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Tourism
Today's podcast discusses Chinese tourists in the UK, Etihad's growth plans, and Japan's efforts to meant tourism demands.
Rashaad Jorden | 2 weeks ago
Airlines
Is there really so much value in marketing greener flights that airlines would waste their time with campaigns like these?
Toby Sterling, Joanna Plucinska and Rajesh Kumar Singh, Reuters | 3 months ago
Hotels
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 | 4 months ago
Looks like we will no longer be comparing Dubai's tourism to 2019. Time to update those comparison charts!
Asfar's launch aligns with the Saudi sovereign fund’s broad strategy, which is centered around tapping opportunities within the tourism sector and building strategic partnerships with private companies.
If ChatGPT drives gains for Saudi's largest travel player, companies worldwide will take note. Plus, this week's news from Red Sea Global, Oyo, Musafir, and other regional companies.
Peden Doma Bhutia | 7 months ago
Travel Technology
Travelers have long grumbled about clunky online interfaces for booking travel. Etihad's test of a more conversational style is welcome. It may wake WhatsApp to the possibilities.
Yousef Saba, Reuters | 7 months ago
Dubai's decision to open its doors to sanction-hit Russians has helped the emirate welcome a record number of visitors from the country.
Peden Doma Bhutia | 9 months ago
If being paid $100,000 for two months is not reason enough, American actor Kevin Hart lists out the reasons why he thinks being hired as Yas Island's ambassador is the "best job in the world."
Peden Doma Bhutia | 11 months ago
As countries like Saudi Arabia and Qatar turn towards tourism to diversify the economy, Dubai wants to make sure that its position as the top tourism destination in the region is maintained.
