From earthquakes to excessive floods, extreme and unpredictable natural hazards impact every country around the world. To combat the effects of climate change and the vast rise in natural disasters over the past 50 years, nearly 200 countries agreed to the ‘Glasgow Climate Pact’ at the 26th global United Nations climate summit (COP26) in November 2021.
FITUR 2022, the International Tourism Trade Fair, which was organised by IFEMA MADRID held a special tourism recovery edition January 19-23.
The strong results highlighted the efforts by the entire tourism industry value chain to generate new opportunities to be able to look forward to this year with strong expectations for the forecast recovery. This edition has been critical for recovering levels of business and turnover, has made Madrid the hub for the global international tourism community and has enabled us to convey a message of confidence and strength to the whole world.
Hamad International Airport (HIA) has witnessed a 41,37 percent increase in the number of passengers served in 2021 compared to 2020, with a total of 17,702,635 passengers served.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi have succeeded in breaking two GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS titles in celebration of the festive season for ‘Most Contributions to a Color by Numbers’ and ‘Most Contributions to a Greetings Card’.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has introduced its legendary hospitality to the vibrant southern China city of Shenzhen, with the opening of Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen.
Etihad Airways has launched its dedicated sustainability-focused corporate rewards programme, designed to facilitate and deliver corporate partner sustainability goals through carbon offsetting, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) investments and green surcharge fares.
The long-awaited opening of LEGOLAND Hotel at Dubai Parks and Resorts is finally here, bringing more fun-filled adventures to both parents and their children.
Korea Travel Night 2022, an extravagant show was held recently at the Palazzo Versace Hotel in Dubai marking South Korea’s aim to re-ignite the world of travel as it prepares to start tourism again to international tourists in a phased manner. The event was hosted by Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) Dubai branch office.
Having selected UAE as a leading export destination, 16 Enterprise Estonia companies will be showcased at Gulfood 2022.
The first of this year’s issue of the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer indicates that rising rates of vaccination, combined with easing of travel restrictions due to increased cross-border coordination and protocols, have all helped release pent up demand.
