Hyatt Hotels Group unveiled the opening of the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Barcelona. This hotel marks the first urban hotel under the Grand Hyatt brand in Spain and the fifth of its kind in Europe. With the opening of this hotel, Hyatt expands its presence in Spain with eight distinctive brands and 50 hotels, ranking fourth in the country in terms of room count. Barcelona, as one of the world's most popular tourist destinations, is considered an ideal location for this new hotel.
Create: today Edit: today International NewsGermany, as one of Turkey's significant tourism markets, is witnessing a substantial increase in demand for traveling to this country. Consequently, German airlines such as SunExpress, Corendon, Condor, and Turkish national carrier are expanding their flight routes and aircraft fleets to Turkey in the coming years. According to a report from the German Travel Agencies Association, Turkey, which hosted 6.2 million German tourists last year, continues to experience a significant influx of these tourists this summer season. As a result, travel agencies are increasing hotel capacities, and airlines are expanding their flights to Turkey. Given the rising demand from German tourists, Turkish hotels are also increasing their capacity.
Create: today Edit: today International NewsMaldives, the renownes archipelago famous for its dreamy beaches and luxurious resorts, has announced a remarkable surge in tourist arrivals this year. This new record has placed the country on track to achieve the ambitious goal of 2 million .visitors in 2024 The number of inbound tourists to Maldives in 2023 saw a 20 percent increase compared to the previous year
Create: today Edit: today International NewsMinor Hotels, a leading hotel group in Asia, unveiled two new hotels under the Anantara brand in the first quarter of the current year in the United Arab Emirates.These two new hotels are exemplary showcases of the group's ability to create distinctive hotel products with unique identities, even within one country and under a single brand.The opening of these two new hotels demonstrates Minor Hotels' commitment to expanding the Anantara brand in the Middle East. Currently, the hotel group operates 13 Anantara hotels in the region and plans to open fifty more hotels in the next three years.
Create: Apr 24, 2024 Edit: Apr 24, 2024 International NewsAccording to preliminary statistics from the Saudi Arabian Central Bank, the expenditure of foreign tourists in the country reached a new record in 2023, totaling $35.95 billion. This figure indicates a growth of 42.8 percent compared to 2022 and marks the highest level of foreign tourist spending in the country's history. Furthermore, the World Tourism Organization's Tourism Barometer report in January 2024 showed that tourist arrivals in Saudi Arabia in 2023 increased by 156 percent compared to 2019. These achievements demonstrate Saudi Arabia's efforts to develop its tourism industry and become an attractive global destination for tourists.
Create: Apr 17, 2024 Edit: Apr 17, 2024 International NewsThe food and beverage sector of the United Arab Emirates generated a net income of $16.4 billion from retail sales in 2023. Out of this figure, $9.8 billion stemmed from the sales of fresh food items, while $6.6 billion was attributed to packaged food sales. Moreover, it is projected that beverage sales in the country will increase from $1.6 billion in 2023 to $2 billion by 2028. Additionally, there is a notable upward trend in online grocery shopping in the UAE. This figure reached $1.1 billion in 2023 and is expected to continue growing at a rate of 9.5 percent annually until 2027.
Create: Apr 3, 2024 Edit: Apr 3, 2024 International NewsIn a notable initiative, the UK's High Commission in India is offering 3,000 work visas under the "Young Professionals from India" scheme, without the need for a job offer or financial sponsorship. This exceptional opportunity is available for Indian applicants aged 18 to 30 to be selected through a lottery system for living and working in Britain for two years. Unlike many other work visas, this scheme does not require a job offer or sponsorship from a British employer. This visa allows individuals to live and work in Britain for two years, enabling them to enjoy the benefits of life in this advanced country.
Create: Apr 2, 2024 Edit: Apr 2, 2024 International NewsDan Company, a subsidiary of the Saudi Public Investment Fund specializing in agritourism, ecotourism, and adventure tourism, has signed a memorandum of understanding with AMATC company. This collaboration includes the development and enhancement of ecotourism lodges, tourist farms, and other unique accommodation options in various regions of Saudi Arabia. The two companies will collaborate to provide diverse tourism services to travelers, including specialized tours, recreational and educational programs, and support services. Additionally, joint investment in the development of tourism infrastructure, such as building tourist camps, hiking and biking trails, and other recreational facilities, is another provision of this memorandum of understanding.The signing of this memorandum is considered a significant step towards the development of Saudi Arabia's tourism industry and the realization of the country's Vision 2030.
Create: Apr 2, 2024 Edit: Apr 2, 2024 International NewsThe tourism sector, contributing 7.6% to the country's gross domestic product, plays a vital role in economic growth. Despite these successes, inadequate road infrastructure and accessibility issues to tourist attractions have hindered the industry's growth. Investing in regional airport infrastructure and improving access routes can significantly boost domestic tourism.Moreover, better collaboration between the government and the hospitality industry can lead to the creation of numerous jobs and help reduce unemployment.
Create: Mar 8, 2024 Edit: Mar 8, 2024 International NewsThe Association of Tour Operators of Russia has reported an 8.1% increase in the number of tourists from this country traveling to the Caspian Sea coast in 2023 compared to the previous year. Popular destinations in Turkey on the Caspian Sea coast, including Dalaman, Marmaris, and Fethiye, hosted 391,000 tourists in 2023, indicating significant growth in the tourism industry in this region. Russian tour operators predict that demand for travel by Russian tourists to the Caspian Sea coast will continue to increase in 2024, despite the potential shortage of accommodation in quality five-star hotels.
Create: Mar 8, 2024 Edit: Mar 8, 2024 International NewsEgypt's Minister of Tourism and Antiquities announced a record-breaking influx of 14.9 million tourists to the country in 2023, marking a new milestone in Egypt's tourism history.In the final quarter of 2023 alone, 3.6 million tourists visited Egypt, surpassing the previous record set in 2010. The Minister of Tourism also highlighted a 9% increase in tourist arrivals during the first 19 days of 2024 compared to the same period last year.
Create: Feb 23, 2024 Edit: Feb 23, 2024 International NewsIn a move to expand its operations in Australia, Emirates has announced it will increase its services to the country.Starting October 1st, Emirates will upgrade its second daily flight between Dubai and Brisbane (EK430/431) to an Airbus A380.This upgrade will significantly increase passenger capacity and provide a more comfortable and relaxed travel experience for passengers. In addition, Emirates will launch a second daily service between Dubai and Perth on December 1st, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER.This move demonstrates Emirates' commitment to expanding and strengthening its presence in the Australian market.
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