Expo City Dubai boasts the highest level of sustainable tourism certification available globally having become a Certified Sustainable Destination under the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), leading the way in the UAE’s commitment to putting the planet at the heart of tourism.
Türkiye is targeting a place among the world’s top six tourism revenue earners in 2027, backed by a proposed $244.5 million tourism budget. The government aims to generate $70 billion in tourism revenue next year, rising to $78.5 billion by 2029.
Oman Air and Adhwaa Al Ardh Al Satiaa have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to bring 30,000 visitors from Indonesia to Salalah in 2027, supporting Oman’s tourism growth and strengthening its position as a leading destination.
SalamAir is expanding its Stopover Programme with Visit Oman and the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, targeting more than 7,500 potential visitors through February 2027, including Indonesian Umrah travellers offered overnight stays in Muscat.
Ajman’s Department of Tourism, Culture & Media has concluded a promotional roadshow in Central Asia, visiting Tashkent in Uzbekistan and Almaty in Kazakhstan to expand its tourism source markets and attract new visitor segments.
South Al Batinah Governorate, Oman has demonstrated significant growth in its tourism infrastructure, with licensed tourism establishments reaching 274 by September 2025, comprising hotels, heritage lodges, and eco-friendly accommodations.
The Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) announced the calendar of events for Diriyah Season 2025–2026, a cultural and tourism initiative celebrating Diriyah’s rich heritage and historic legacy.
In 2024, the number of nights spent in tourist accommodation establishments across the EU increased by 2.7% compared with 2023, exceeding 3 billion for the first time, according to Eurostat.
Forbes has unveiled the fourth edition of its annual ranking - The Middle East’s Sustainability Leaders 2026 - recognising 145 executives advancing the region’s transition to a more low-carbon economy. The list spans 17 key sectors including real estate and construction, oil and gas, banks, logistics and tourism.
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism is hosting the UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 in Dubai on October 27, at the Madinat Jumeirah hotel. To be held under the theme ‘Building Bridges for Sustainable Growth,’ the summit is part of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS World 2025), organised by The Bench.
