The United Nations World Tourism Organisation has said it expects international tourist arrivals to fall between one and three per cent this year. If correct, this could cost US$30-50 billion in lost international tourism receipts. At the same time, IATA is predicting aviation alone could be hit with a bill …

Michelin has launched its first guide to Malta. The new guide highlights the outstanding restaurants, breadth of cuisine styles and culinary skills located across Malta, Gozo and Comino.  Established in the late 19th century, Michelin has maintained its benchmark of international gastronomy for more than 120 years, recognising some of …

The latest figures from the Costa Rica Tourism Board show that 78,562 visitors from the UK travelled to the destination in 2019 – representing an increase of 5.7 per cent on the previous year. The United Kingdom retains its position as Costa Rica’s second largest source market in Europe. This …

Philippines minister of tourism, Bernadette Romulo-Puyat, has unveiled a series of measures to combat falling revenues in the sector in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. Authorities have banned non-Filipino travellers arriving from China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan in an attempt to stem the spread of the virus. The …

Tourism authorities in Tenerife have moved to limit the damage done to the sector following an outbreak of the coronavirus. Claiming the situation is already in its “completion phase,” officials said strict compliance with the protocols laid out by the World Health Organisation had successfully limit the spread of the …

Nakheel Mall on Palm Jumeirah is making its Dubai Food Festival debut with new restaurant openings and a tasty line up of offers and entertainment until March 21st. The Noodle House, Urban Seafood, Bateel Café, Le Pain Quotidien and Freddy’s are among the latest eateries to open at the mall, …

Wizz Air has signed a definitive agreement with its partner Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company to establish Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. The low-cost airline is set to launch its operations at Abu Dhabi International Airport in the autumn. The agreement is a major milestone in the launch of the new …

The Red Sea Development Company has unveiled plans to become the largest certified Dark Sky Reserve in the world. The location is seeking an accreditation that recognises areas with an exceptional quality of starry nights and a commitment to protecting the nocturnal environment. The company has awarded a contract to …

Sparked by robust recovery in the destinations that were affected by hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, Caribbean tourism rebounded soundly to post record stayover and cruise arrivals in 2019. Stayover arrivals grew by 4.4 per cent to reach 31.5 million, outpacing the international rate of growth of 3.8 per …

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has welcomed guests to experience its all-new Family Zone for the first time. Complete with four state-of-the-art attractions designed exclusively for younger guests, the new area is a must-visit for families and friends of all ages. The new zone promises to deliver unrivalled thrills that mirror …