As Dubai looks to build on its record tourism growth, the emirate is intensifying efforts to sustain visitor pipelines, reinforce its reputation as one of the world's safest and most reliable travel destinations, and keep itself firmly on travellers' radar across key global markets.
Malaysia is set to roll out a line-up of festivals, events, and retail experiences across the country, positioning the destination as an option for GCC travellers planning holidays around the Eid al Adha period.
The upcoming Rotana Ras Al Khaimah – The Mangroves is nearing completion, featuring 258 keys within a mangrove setting and set to enhance Ras Al Khaimah’s hospitality sector as a destination for business, leisure, and events.
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) reported strong 2025 growth, hosting 401 Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) events with 2.97 million attendees, a 12% increase.
DWTC Hospitality achieved record-breaking results in 2025, serving 1.28 million guests across 2,578 events - representing a significant 37% increase from 930,000 guests in 2024.
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has appointed leading hospitality and entertainment group 7 Management to operate The Plaza at Uptown Dubai – the newest destination for large-scale events, culture and live entertainment spanning over 21,000 sq m in the city.
Expo Centre Sharjah is set to deliver an extensive portfolio of events in 2026, solidifying its position as a leading regional destination for world-class exhibitions and conferences and a global hub for business tourism.
UN Tourism’s Asia-Pacific Member States met to boost capacity and explore how meetings and events can drive sustainable economic, social, and cultural growth.
Ninety-three per cent of disabled delegates continue to encounter barriers when attending events, according to landmark research by The Business of Events and ICC Wales, supported by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Events.
The Abu Dhabi Calendar continues to deliver a diverse and dynamic line-up of events that cater to every interest, from world-class concerts and international sporting tournaments to cultural festivals and family-friendly entertainment.
