World Tourism

Master developer Nakheel is adding another stunning, landmark attraction to Dubai’s recreation and leisure scene with the View at the Palm, a public observation deck towering 240 metres above the world-famous Palm Jumeirah. Accessible from Nakheel Mall, the observatory will offer spectacular, uninterrupted views of the Palm, the Arabian Gulf …

Discover Puerto Rico has appointed United Kingdom-based travel representation and PR consultancy Hills Balfour, an MMGY Global company, as its international agency. Hills Balfour will oversee Discover Puerto Rico’s marketing, trade and PR interests in Canada, Colombia, Germany, Spain and the United Kingdom, working together to grow international arrivals. Discover …

Vietnam Airlines has hosted an event to welcome its first flights to and from Sheremetyevo International Airport. It comes as the carrier moves its operation from Domodedovo airport, further enhancing connectivity between Vietnam and Russia. Upon arrival, flight VN63 from Hanoi to Moscow was welcomed by a water cannon salute …

The Bahrain Tourism & Exhibitions Authority has officially announced the successful submersion of its 70-metre long decommissioned Boeing 747. The plane will become the centrepiece to the world’s largest underwater theme park, set to open in August. Located off the north coast of mainland Bahrain, 30 kilometres from the Amwaj …

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[ad_1] The international taxi platform, Taxi2Airport, analysed the social engagement with the New7Wonders of the World by looking at the number of Facebook likes on posts about these wonders, Twitter followers of pages of these wonders, Instagram hashtags, tagging these monuments and pins on Pinterest related to these wonders. The …

[ad_1] The Cayman Islands is comprised of a trio of islands in the western Caribbean and is one of the world’s premier destinations for water-based experiences, whether you’re looking to learn stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) in a beautiful locale or go deep-sea fishing like a pro. Visitors can even charter their …

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Tourists visiting Dubai no longer need to worry about expensive roaming charges or finding Wi-Fi following the launch of a new initiative. Under proposals from the General Directorate of Residency & Foreign Affairs, all travellers visiting the emirate will now be given a free sim card on arrival. Every tourist …

Raki Phillips, an award-winning hospitality veteran, has been announced as the new chief executive of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Officials at the authority argue that his appointment marks the commencement of a new phase of tourism development for the emirate. Phillips, who has worked for some of the …