Articles tagged “tourism”

Ras Al Khaimah's visitor growth is well below the pace it needs to hit a 2030 target. But it's playing the long game.

It’s a gloomy day for our planet and there are no signs of an emission slow down in the tourism sector. There are risks from the direct impacts of climate change on travel such as increasing storms, fires, floods and droughts.

Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County forced the closure of some tourist attractions, while airports remain largely operational, and some travel companies stepped in to provide free temporary housing for displaced residents.

Times are changing in the Middle East with the launch of new airlines, unified visas and an all-out entertainment economy.

Anguilla is a small island with a big secret. It owns one of the most lucrative pieces of digital real estate in the world: the .ai domain. Now that ChatGPT brought artificial intelligence mainstream, it holds the potential to transform the island's tourism economy – and its future.

As consumer preferences shift toward more experiential travel, destinations that embrace entertainment, sports, and cultural tourism will be better positioned to attract both regional visitors and international travelers.

As traditionally popular destinations buckle under the pressure of overtourism, Abu Dhabi is cleverly positioning itself as the smarter alternative for discerning travellers who value meaningful engagement.

Sustainable tourism solutions must not only cut emissions but also recognize and redress the profound imbalances in who gets to travel and who pays the environmental price.

Morocco is six years away from co-hosting the world's biggest sporting event but is already enjoying strong tourism numbers.

Saudi Arabia's 2034 FIFA World Cup promises to be a big moment for the kingdom, but it's already getting scrutiny.