DCT Abu Dhabi cuts hotel fees to support tourism sector

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT – Abu Dhabi) has reduced government fees applied to hotels in the emirate, supporting the continued growth of the hospitality […]
Dubai hotels end 2022 with strong room revenue in December

Hotels in Dubai ended 2022 with a strong performance across industry metrics in December as tourists flocked to the city after travel restrictions eased, drawn by cooler weather and new year celebrations. Revenue […]
‘Dubai’s Ultimate Bucket List’ winter guide issued

‘Dubai’s Ultimate Bucket List’, a new winter guide, issued by Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, as part of the #DubaiDestinations winter campaign, invites […]
Summit puts spotlight on Mideast hospitality sector issues

Leading hospitality industry professionals were in Dubai for a one-day summit hosted by the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Middle East (HSMAI ME) where they discussed its best practices, […]
Marriott to open 4 properties in UAE in deal with RDK tourism

Marriott International has signed a deal with RDK Tourism Investment to open four properties in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The signings are expected to further enhance the company’s footprint […]
From a Michelin-starred restaurant to the best of street food: 6 must-try dishes at Dubai’s Global Village

The 27th season of Global Village is well underway with brand new pavilions, attractions and entertainment options. When the KT team reached Global Village on Wednesday at 5.30pm, it was […]
Sunset Hospitality gets $35mln funding from Goldman Sachs

Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG), a diversified hospitality group in Dubai, renowned for developing and operating highly popular lifestyle brands, has secured $35 million funding from Goldman Sachs Asset Management. […]
Fifa World Cup 2022: How to save in Dubai as flight tickets, hotel rates soar in Qatar

It is more economical to stay in Dubai and fly down to Doha to watch the Fifa World Cup in Qatar than book a hotel in Doha to watch the […]
Dubai hotels’ occupancy rates fall in July; operators should be competitive – JLL

Dubai’s hotel operators have seen a decline in performance, but the industry continues to recover from COVID-19 slump, according to the latest data. Room rates in the emirate cost less […]
Etihad Airways launches new stopover offers in Abu Dhabi

UAE – Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, is inviting guests for an unforgettable stopover in Abu Dhabi with three different offers that suit all tastes and budgets. […]