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Tourism

Saudi City Neom Spreads Its Cash With Investment Fund: Middle East Report

Saudi Arabia has created another investment fund, this time under the banner of its mega-city Neom. The Neom Investment Fund will spread its vast amount of cash around the world, investing in businesses it sees as futuristic or industry-changing.

Josh Corder | 2 months ago

Saudi City Neom Spreads Its Cash With Investment Fund: Middle East Report

Tourism

Saudi’s New Giga-Projects, Airports and a $1 Billion Tourism School: Middle East Travel Report

Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz creates a new development company to help realize his tourism sector dreams.

Josh Corder | 2 months ago

Saudi’s New Giga-Projects, Airports and a $1 Billion Tourism School: Middle East Travel Report
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Middle East Travel Roundup

Get the latest news from the Middle East in one easy-to-digest newsletter.

Tourism

Monaco Yacht Clubs in Saudi and More Luxury Hotels in Ras Al Khaimah

In this Skift Middle East Report, we also look at the changing face of Saudia Arabia, looking to become a leader in sustainability, culture and yacht parties.

Josh Corder | 3 months ago

Monaco Yacht Clubs in Saudi and More Luxury Hotels in Ras Al Khaimah

Tourism

Saudi Arabia Says Its 100 Million Visitor Goal is ‘No Longer Sufficient’

Always keen to outdo itself, Saudi Arabia raises its visitor targets before it has even hit them.

Josh Corder | 3 months ago

Saudi Arabia Says Its 100 Million Visitor Goal is ‘No Longer Sufficient’

Tourism

Dubai’s Summer of Tourism Was Red-Hot as Russians Fill the City

Dubai's tourism bull run continues. Rates are at some of their highest levels, the city has more than 800 hotels, and close to 10 million travelers have flown in to bear witness. Neighbor Qatar, sitting on its supply of lush World Cup hotels, is probably feeling jealous.

Josh Corder | 3 months ago

Dubai’s Summer of Tourism Was Red-Hot as Russians Fill the City

Mergers and Acquisitions

Wego Expands into Business Travel with Acquisition of Singapore-Based Travelstop

Wego's expansion into the business travel sector, facilitated by its acquisition of Travelstop, is a strategic move driven by market opportunities and the company's desire for diversification and growth.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 months ago

Wego Expands into Business Travel with Acquisition of Singapore-Based Travelstop

Hotels

Middle East Hotel Project Count Hits All-Time High

It's not surprising that the Middle East is prioritizing hotel development to accommodate a growing influx of tourists. This proactive approach aligns with their broader economic and tourism strategies to foster long-term growth and competitiveness in the global tourism market.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 months ago

Middle East Hotel Project Count Hits All-Time High

Hotels

Wynn Resorts CEO Expects Gaming License Soon for UAE’s First Casino

After all the "will they, won't they?" the Wynn Resorts CEO has reaffirmed that UAE is finally saying, "Deal!" to its very first casino!

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 months ago

Wynn Resorts CEO Expects Gaming License Soon for UAE’s First Casino

Airlines

Dubai’s Airport Beat Pre-Pandemic Passenger Numbers in First Half of 2023

Dubai Airport has surpassed pre-pandemic levels during the initial half of 2023. However, its projection for the entire year still falls slightly short of 2019 numbers. Call it "cautious optimism."

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 months ago

Dubai’s Airport Beat Pre-Pandemic Passenger Numbers in First Half of 2023

Hotels

Abu Dhabi Cuts Hotel Fees, Top GCC Wealth Funds – More Middle East Travel News 

The timing of Abu Dhabi's decision to lower government fees on hotels and their alignment with the emirate’s long-term goals reflect a strategic move to capitalize on the potential of the tourism sector and the opportunities it presents.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 5 months ago

Abu Dhabi Cuts Hotel Fees, Top GCC Wealth Funds – More Middle East Travel News