Global Tourism Set to Reach 30 Billion Trips and $16 Trillion GDP by 2034
Global tourism is projected to hit 30 billion trips annually by 2034, contributing $16 trillion to global GDP—more than 11%...
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Oman Awards Over $600 Million in Contracts for Tourism Expansion
Three four-star hotels planned Adventure park set for Wadi Shab Mixed-use developments to boost investment Oman has awarded contracts exceeding...
Qatar Expands Role as a Leading Global Tourism Destination
Qatar is rapidly strengthening its reputation as a premier global hub for tourism and leisure, propelled by large-scale development projects,...
Saudi Arabia Welcomes Record 116 Million Tourists in 2024, Spending Reaches $76 Billion
Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector saw unprecedented growth in 2024, attracting a record 116 million domestic and international visitors—a 6% increase...
Middle East’s Schengen Style GCC Tourist Visa Approved, to be Rolled Out ‘Soon’
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has officially approved a long-anticipated unified tourist visa, marking a major milestone toward integrated regional...
Oman’s Hotel Sector Sees Strong Growth in Revenues and International Guests
Oman’s three- to five-star hotels recorded strong gains in revenues, guest numbers, and occupancy rates during the first four months...
Middle East Tourism Spending Set to Reach $350 Billion by 2030, Driven by Luxury, Sports, and Business Travel Boom
Tourism spending in the Middle East is expected to surge by 50% to hit $350 billion by 2030, according to...
Qatar’s Evolving Culinary Landscape Gains Global Attention as a Tourism Driver
Qatar’s vibrant culinary scene is rapidly emerging as a key pillar in the country’s tourism strategy, with initiatives such as...
Qatar’s Tourism Sector Adds $14.9 Billion to GDP in 2024, Marks 14% Growth
Qatar’s tourism sector contributed approximately $14.9 billion to the country’s GDP in 2024, marking a 14% increase compared to 2023...
Qatar Launches AI-Driven Health Tourism Strategy to Position Doha as a Global Medical Travel Destination
At the Qatar Economic Forum 2025, Chairman of Qatar Tourism, His Excellency Saad bin Ali Al-Kharji, unveiled a new health...
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