100% biodegradable golf balls has been launched at the Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa. According to officials, the balls are ecological and made from renewable, non-toxic materials. They are also filled with fish food. Once the ball hits the water, the external layer biodegrades in less than 48 hours and releases the fish food….
According to MasterCard’s Global Destination Cities Index (GDCI) 2019, Dubai continues to be the fourth most visited city in the world. The emirate retained the position for the fifth time in the world and recorded 15.93 million international overnight visitors in 2018. Commenting on Dubai’s ranking, Sanjive Khosla, chief commercial officer, Expo 2020 Dubai, said:…
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is set to launch a new foreign tourism visas which will be a “game changer” for the kingdom, according to an industry expert. Imad Damrah, managing director of Colliers Saudi Arabia, is quoted by Arab News, following news that the visa scheme will be launched at a glittering event…
An entry into Dubai’s holiday home market has been made by Emaar Hospitality with the launch of ‘Ease by Emaar’, a short-term rental concept that provides tourists with homes in integrated communities. The first property to be listed on this platform is Emaar’s residential beachfront development – South Beach – comprising one, two and three-bedroom…
Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach, Dubai, the latest hotel property of Marriott International has made an official debut in the MENA region. The hotel’s 45-storey tower comprises 360 rooms, offering a range of room types including suites and serviced apartments. Speaking about the property, Alex Kyriakidis, president and managing director, Middle East & Africa,…
The return of the Expo 2020 Dubai bus tours that recently took place in July and August 2019 has been announced. Earlier this year, ‘The World’s Greatest Show in the Making’ tour began on 20 July 2019 and concluded 31 August 2019. The initiative connected Expo 2020 with people across the emirates. Expo 2020 Dubai’s…
A new corporate website has been launched by LEVA Hotels & Resorts showcasing the brand’s product facilities and offers, officials revealed. The website also features intuitive site mapping with minimal scrolling and clicking requirements. Speaking about the website, J.S. Anand, founder and chief executive officer of LEVA Hotels & Resorts, said: “Our new website stayleva.com…
Pre-flight staycation offers have recently been launched by Hilton for UAE residents at two of its properties. The staycation package at Hampton by Hilton Dubai Airport, located four kilometres away from the airport feature free shuttles that run frequently between the hotel and terminals, access to the outdoor pool and fitness centre and a complimentary…
On September 15, 2019 the Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites will be celebrating its 10th year anniversary. To share this milestone celebration with Dubai residents, the hotel will be offering a discount on dining experiences at three of its restaurants for the whole month of September. The property has also introduced a competition for…
The number of Middle East tourists to the Maldives soared by nearly 20 percent in the first half of 2019 as Gulf carriers prepare to increase capacity to Male to meet rising demand. Latest figures from the Ministry of Tourism, Maldives show that the destination saw a 19.7 percent increase in the number of travellers…
