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Tourism

News and analysis of the global tourism industry, including emerging travel trends and sector developments

Visitors tour the ancient city of Bosra in southern Syria. The country is recording a sharp rise in visitor numbers as it seeks to rebuild its tourism industry after years of conflict and economic isolation. AFP

Syria visitor numbers more than double as international arrivals surge

BusinessSeptember 24, 2026

Regent Street in London. The number of overseas visitors to the UK has dropped since VAT exemption ended. The Tories have vowed to reverse the policy. EPA

UK opposition seeks to axe VAT on shopping for overseas visitors

UKSeptember 21, 2026

The new rules allow individual owners, joint owners, legal entities, tenants and people authorised by property owners to operate holiday homes. Victor Besa / The National

Abu Dhabi opens holiday home market to tenants

UAESeptember 17, 2026

Wynn Al Marjan Island is expected to open in September 2027. Photo: Wynn Resorts

Wynn will be an ‘inflection point’ for Ras Al Khaimah, says tourism boss

TravelSeptember 17, 2026

As well as being a prominent place of worship, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque also serves as one of Abu Dhabi's cultural highlights. Victor Besa / The National

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque introduces entry fee for visitors

UAESeptember 17, 2026

According to official figures, nearly 900,000 visitors arrived in Dubai last month, a sign that the emirate’s tourism sector is recovering. Chris Whiteoak / The National

How the UAE refused to let a crisis dent its confidence

EditorialSeptember 16, 2026

The Grand Loop on Jebel Jais will be an 80km mountain route. Photo: Marjan Lifestyle

Jebel Jais to get 80km Grand Loop hiking trail and five-day climbing route

UAESeptember 15, 2026

UAE-based hospitality experts believe the sector is recovering from the initial impact of the Iran war. Chris Whiteoak / The National

UAE's hospitality sector shifts from crisis to recovery amid Iran war fallout

UAESeptember 14, 2026

Yas Waterworld. Miral did not close any of its theme parks during the Iran conflict. Photo: Yas Waterworld

Miral to invest Dh12bn over five years on more Yas Island hotels and attractions

BusinessSeptember 14, 2026

Dubai's tourism strategy is focused on long-term growth rather than short-term volatility. Seen here, tourists at the city's Spice Souq. Victor Besa / The National

'Dubai will come back': ATM 2026 focuses on tourism recovery

EconomySeptember 11, 2026

Tourists ride camels in Palmyra, a Unesco World Heritage Site in Syria. AFP

Syria wants its tourists to return – but what will bring them back?

MENASeptember 04, 2026

More than 30,000 discount packages have been distributed to residents who asked loved ones to visit Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Dubai scheme closes after 90,000 residents invite friends and family to visit

UAESeptember 04, 2026

Etihad Rail guide

My first Etihad Rail journey gave me a sense of how trains knit nations together

CommentAugust 27, 2026

The Visitor Experience Awards will recognise organisations and front-line teams delivering excellent services. DCT/X

Abu Dhabi launches awards to recognise tourism excellence

UAEAugust 18, 2026

Amit Mehta, a cyber security expert, on holiday with his family in Thailand. The Mehta family are among Indians keen to avail themselves of the visa waiver deal. Photo: Amit Mehta

Abu Dhabi's free visa package set to attract more Indian tourists to UAE

UAEAugust 12, 2026

The Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi. The UAE capital's hospitality sector was supported by 'steadier domestic and government-linked demand'. Victor Besa / The National

Abu Dhabi tops UAE occupancy rates in first half amid war fallout

EconomyAugust 11, 2026

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