World Tourism

François Baltus-Languedoc has been appointed chief executive of the Martinique Tourism Authority. Baltus-Languedoc’s mission at the helm of the authority will be to devise and implement innovative strategies to develop the appeal of the destination, both in terms of promotion towards international markets, as well as to advance the tourism …

One of the most recognisable board games in the world is about to set foot in the United Arab Emirates, with Monopoly set to launch in Dubai next month. A bustling metropolis full of world-firsts, opulent hotels, and entertainment hotspots, Dubai is in no shortage of must-sees. But which will …

Wego has collaborated with Azerbaijan Tourism Board to invite travellers from the GCC to take another look at the country and experience its wide array of sights and activities. Azerbaijan is one of the top three destinations in Europe for MENA-based travellers. A safe and family-friendly place that has attracted …

Unmarried foreign couples will be allowed to rent hotel rooms together in Saudi Arabia for the first time as part of a wider drive to boost the tourism sector. Having revealed a new visa regime in September, officials confirmed the latest changes earlier. Under the new rules, women will also …

Blackpool’s tourism economy has grown for a fourth successive year. The latest independent research figures from Scarborough Tourism Economic Activity Monitor (Steam) for 2018 show, compared to the previous year, the total number of visitors grew by almost 200,000. In total 18.2 million guests visited last year, with increases in …

Wizz Air has launched a new service to Iași in Romania from London Southend airport. Flights will operate four times weekly to Romania’s second biggest city. Iași, a cultural capital of Romania, is located in the region of Moldavia and is the perfect choice for those seeking a getaway to …

The World Travel & Tourism Council has saluted the Portuguese government for recognising the importance of the sector to the overall economy. Making tourism a priority has resulted in the sector growing 8.1 per cent in 2018, contributing €38.4 billion to the nation’s economy. Research conducted by WTTC shows that …

According to the Central Bureau of Statistics, approximately 405,000 tourist entries were recorded in September, 44 per cent more than during the same month last year. From January to September this year, some 3.3 million tourist entries were recorded, as opposed to 2.917 million in the same period last year, …

The Myanmar government has introduced new regulations to facilitate easier access for tourists. Tourists from six countries – Australia, Germany, Italy, Russia, Spain and Switzerland – can now enter Myanmar with a visa-on-arrival at Yangon, Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw airports. Passport holders of those do not need pre-approval to …

The World Travel & Tourism Council Middle East & North Africa Leaders Forum is underway in Ras al Khaimah. The forum, which is making its debut this year at the Al Hamra International Exhibition & Conference Centre in the most northerly of the United Arab Emirates, will bring together the …