Cyprus and Greece are enhancing their economic and tourism partnerships with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through a series of high-level bilateral talks. These discussions are focused on sustainability and innovation, aiming to forge new pathways for collaboration in sectors including renewable energy, smart tourism, digital infrastructure, and environmentally responsible investment. The talks took place...
Saudi Arabia is making a significant move to enhance global tourism by expanding its visa-on-arrival program. This initiative now allows travelers with valid visas from the Schengen Zone, the United Kingdom, and the United States, as well as residents of these regions, to obtain visas upon arrival. This reform aims to eliminate bureaucratic barriers and...
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory for UAE citizens following the escalating tensions in the Middle East. The advisory highlights the importance of staying updated on the situation, especially for Emiratis, residents, and visitors in the region. In a social media post, the ministry urged Emiratis in Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria,...
Armenia has made a significant move to enhance its tourism sector and strengthen economic ties with the Gulf region by officially opening its borders to citizens and residents of the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman through a new visa-free entry policy. This initiative aims to simplify travel for millions in...
Azerbaijan is joining Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Morocco, Kenya, Rwanda, and Tanzania in significantly boosting the Middle East and Africa tourism sector in 2025. These eight countries are all experiencing surging visitor arrivals, increased travel spending, and strong government-led tourism investments. Their combined growth is driving a regional tourism boom characterized by cultural appeal,...
On June 10, 2025, Saudi Arabia announced the resumption of Umrah visa applications for international pilgrims. This decision followed the successful conclusion of Hajj 2025, which was noted for its effective management. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah indicated that the first group of international pilgrims is set to arrive in Mecca and Medina as...
Moscow is making significant progress in establishing itself as a premier destination for tourists from the UAE. The city has set an ambitious goal to attract over 50 million visitors each year by 2030, focusing on enhancing its tourism connections with the UAE, which is considered a key market in the Middle East. This partnership...
Saudi Arabia has launched an ambitious tourism strategy aimed at establishing the Kingdom as a leading global travel destination, particularly for Asia-Pacific travelers. The strategy focuses on providing rich cultural experiences, regenerative luxury, and accessible travel, all while emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and the empowerment of women travelers. This initiative is part of the country’s efforts...
Abu Dhabi has officially announced that it will host the first-ever M&I Expo from April 14 to April 16, 2026, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). This event is the result of a strategic partnership between The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Worldwide Events. The M&I...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia have recently enhanced their tourism collaboration by signing several agreements aimed at increasing travel and cultural exchange between the two nations. These agreements were formalized during a meeting held in Abu Dhabi, which included discussions on joint promotional strategies and initiatives to boost tourism. Credit: UAE Ministry...