Dubai Hotels Achieve 66% Occupancy in August 2026
Dubai hotels posted a 66% occupancy rate in August 2026. This increase reflects ongoing improvements in tourism demand in Dubai.
Saudi Ministry of Tourism Partners with WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism has partnered with WTM Spotlight Riyadh as the strategic partner for the inaugural event in September 2026 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center. The event aims to connect international tourism businesses with Saudi markets and supports the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals to grow tourism's economic contribution to 10% of GDP by 2030.
Arabian Travel Market 2026 Opens in Dubai Featuring AI and Tech Innovations
The Arabian Travel Market 2026 commenced on September 14 in Dubai, hosting over 2,800 exhibitors and 55,000 professionals. The event focused on AI, virtual reality, and other travel technologies.
Akwaaba African Travel Market 2026 Opens in Lagos with Focus on Sports Tourism
The 22nd Akwaaba African Travel Market opened on September 13, 2026, at Lagos’ Eko Hotel and Suites focusing on sports tourism. The event features the African Tour Operators’ Summit and the Africa Travel 100 Awards recognizing tour operators advancing African tourism.
UK and Japan Expand Tourist Taxes Amid Growing Travel Demand
The United Kingdom and Japan have adopted new or expanded tourist tax policies amidst a global rise in travel demand. These taxes aim to manage visitor impact and increase tourism-generated revenues.
Cuba tourism falls 17.8% in 2025; Recovery tied to energy, US relations
Cuba’s tourism sector saw a 17.8% fall in visitors in 2025 due to economic crisis, infrastructure issues, and US sanctions. Recovery depends on reforms, energy system restoration, and easing US travel restrictions.
Saudi Ministry of Tourism Partners with WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026
The Saudi Ministry of Tourism announced its strategic partnership with WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026, set for September 8-10 at Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center. The event will connect global tourism businesses with Saudi Arabia to foster investment opportunities.
Arabian Travel Market 2026 Launches in Dubai Emphasizing AI and Innovation
The Arabian Travel Market 2026 opened in Dubai on September 14, featuring over 2,800 exhibitors and more than 55,000 tourism professionals. The event introduced the ATM Travel Tech exhibition, showcasing AI, VR, robotics, fintech, and green technology innovations transforming travel.
Akwaaba Travel Expo 2026 Opens in Lagos with Focus on AFCON 2027
The 22nd Akwaaba African Travel Market opened September 13, 2026, at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos. The event centers on sports tourism linked to AFCON 2027 and features the return of the African Tour Operators’ Summit.
Vietnam Targets 50 Million Foreign Tourists and $90B Revenue by 2030
Vietnam aims to attract up to 50 million international tourists and generate $90 billion in tourism revenue by 2030. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has outlined three growth scenarios to reach these targets.
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