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Articles tagged “dubai”

Hotels

Dubai to Surpass Las Vegas in Number of Hotel Rooms

Dubai shows no signs of slowing down when it comes to building new hotels. Even if the emirate runs out of prime plots along the beach, it can simply resurrect man-made projects previously brought down in the '08 financial crash.

Josh Corder | 2 months ago

Dubai to Surpass Las Vegas in Number of Hotel Rooms

Short-Term Rentals

Europe’s New Ideas to Reign in Short-Term Rentals

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at short-term rentals in Europe, global tourism investment, and Dubai’s hot Russian summer.

Rashaad Jorden | 2 months ago

Europe’s New Ideas to Reign in Short-Term Rentals
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News Blog

Four Seasons Names New EMEA President, Succeeding Simon Casson

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has named a new regional president: Adrian Messerli is now president of hotel operations for the EMEA region. He succeeds Simon Casson, who held the role since 2016 and announced his departure from the group earlier in the year for a to-be-confirmed new opportunity. Unlike Casson, who was regional VP…

Josh Corder | 2 months ago

Hotels

Middle East Gaming Authority Paves Way For ‘Arabian Strip’ Gambling Zone

Testing the waters with the announcement of the Wynn Al Marjan Island, the UAE government has gone to the deep end, announcing a federal level gaming authority. Chaired by the former CEO of MGM, this new authority sets the stage for a full-blown gambling industry.

Josh Corder | 3 months ago

Middle East Gaming Authority Paves Way For ‘Arabian Strip’ Gambling Zone

Hotels

Middle East Hotel Project Count Hits All-Time High

It's not surprising that the Middle East is prioritizing hotel development to accommodate a growing influx of tourists. This proactive approach aligns with their broader economic and tourism strategies to foster long-term growth and competitiveness in the global tourism market.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 months ago

Middle East Hotel Project Count Hits All-Time High

Hotels

Abu Dhabi Cuts Hotel Fees, Top GCC Wealth Funds – More Middle East Travel News 

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 | 3 months ago

Abu Dhabi Cuts Hotel Fees, Top GCC Wealth Funds – More Middle East Travel News 

Travel Booking

Tourist Attractions and Experiences See Big Price Jumps

Travel is not getting any cheaper, as significant price increases across specific categories of experiences over the last four years, highlight the interplay of various economic, social, and market factors.

Selene Brophy | 3 months ago

Tourist Attractions and Experiences See Big Price Jumps

Tourism

Dubai Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Tourism Numbers in First Half of 2023

Looks like we will no longer be comparing Dubai's tourism to 2019. Time to update those comparison charts!

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 months ago

Dubai Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Tourism Numbers in First Half of 2023

Tourism

Saudi Arabia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Sets up Tourism Investment Company

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.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 months ago

Saudi Arabia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Sets up Tourism Investment Company

Tourism

Thailand Targets Record 400,000 Visitors From Middle East

Thailand is experiencing a shortfall in its anticipated number of Chinese tourists, potentially impacting its tourism target for 2023. The country is now exploring alternative markets like Middle Eastern tourists, who can significantly contribute to its tourism revenue despite not matching the Chinese numbers.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 months ago

Thailand Targets Record 400,000 Visitors From Middle East