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UAE gears up for World Tourism Day 2025, celebrating unprecedented growth and global tourism leadership | World News

[ad_1] UAE’s tourism sector achieved record growth in 2024 with rising visitors, spending, and infrastructure expansion/Image: WAM According to the Emirates News Agency, the UAE marks World Tourism Day on September 27, the country stands at the forefront of global tourism, reporting unprecedented growth in visitor numbers, economic contribution, infrastructure, and international recognition. The sector’s […]

Must watch: How this humorous Saudi tourism ad is winning hearts and breaking stereotypes on the internet | World News

[ad_1] Saudi Arabia’s National Day ad highlights the kingdom’s rich culture and vibrant modern life/Image: Instagram Saudi Arabia’s latest National Day advertisement is capturing attention worldwide by challenging long-held stereotypes and inviting viewers to discover the kingdom’s rich culture, varied landscapes, and vibrant modern life. Through humor and vivid storytelling, the ad presents a fresh […]

Gujarat Tourism Brings Vibrant Pre-Navratri Festival to Udaipur | Udaipur Kiran

[ad_1] Udaipur, September 8 (Udaipur Kiran). Gujarat’s iconic folk dance Garba, recently recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, will now enthrall audiences in Rajasthan. In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited, Government of Gujarat, is set to host the Vibrant Gujarat Pre-Navratri Festival 2025 in Udaipur. The grand […]

US imposes ‘visa integrity fee’: India, China, Mexico most affected; experts warn of tourism decline

[ad_1] The United States’ decision to introduce a new $250 “visa integrity fee” has sparked concerns across the global travel industry, which is already struggling with declining arrivals amid President Donald Trump’s tough immigration policies and strained foreign relations.According to US government data, overseas travel to the US dropped 3.1% year-on-year in July, with only […]

Saudi Arabia introduces Tourism and Hospitality as core subject for grade 12 students | World News

[ad_1] As part of education reforms, Grade 12 students will study Tourism and Hospitality alongside new subjects like AI, Cybersecurity, and First Aid/ Image: SPA In a significant update to Saudi Arabia’s education system, the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Tourism have jointly introduced Tourism and Hospitality as a new subject for third-grade […]

UAE to host inaugural UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit in Dubai on October 27 | World News

[ad_1] The UAE Africa Tourism Investment Summit in Dubai on October 27, 2025, will gather 250+ delegates from 53 African nations/Image: WAM The UAE is set to deepen economic ties with Africa through a major tourism investment summit in Dubai this October. Held under the umbrella of FHS World 2025, the UAE Africa Tourism Investment […]

What is Saudi Arabia’s 20-hour hotel rule? Ministry of Tourism enforces strict fixed check-out policy | World News

[ad_1] Guests in Saudi Arabia are entitled to a minimum 20-hour hotel stay, but check-out times remain fixed regardless of arrival time/ Representative image If you’re planning a visit to Saudi Arabia, here’s an important hotel policy to know upfront: the Ministry of Tourism has confirmed that hotels will not adjust their fixed check-out times […]

Kuwait launches national tourism portal ‘Visit Kuwait’: All-in-one hub for e-visas, culture and travel | World News

[ad_1] Kuwait launched the Visit Kuwait platform in August 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: Kuwait launched the Visit Kuwait platform in August 2025 as a unified national digital portal to promote tourism, cultural heritage, and travel convenience as part of its Vision 2035 strategy. The initiative integrates services like an upgraded e-Visa system, event listings, site recommendations, […]

UAE: Ras Al Khaimah sees 654,000 visitors as tourism sector records best-ever H1, revenue up 9% | World News

[ad_1] RAKTDA reports strongest-ever first half tourism results of 654,000 arrivals/Image: Shutterstock TL;DR: 654,000 visitors arrived in Ras Al Khaimah during H1 2025, a record high, up 6% year-on-year, with tourism revenues rising 9%. MICE and wedding tourism exploded by 36%, fueled by global events and destination weddings. Growth was driven by new direct flights […]

Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa embrace Māori traditions in New Zealand — from Haka to Hongi and more : Bollywood News

[ad_1] Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa took off on a New Zealand getaway which has turned into one of the most heartwarming travel stories of the year — and it’s not just about picturesque backdrops or couple goals. The duo recently immersed themselves in an unforgettable cultural journey through the heart of Māori traditions in Taupō, […]