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Emirates Airlines Takes Another Step Forward

Emirates Airlines, the aviation and travel services giant, has announced impressive achievements and record-breaking profits in its 2023-2024 annual report. In the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, the company achieved a record profit of $5.1 billion, a 71% increase compared to the previous year. The group's revenue also reached $37.4 billion, a 15% increase from the previous year. Emirates Airlines, one of the world's largest airline and travel service companies, includes Emirates Airline, dnata, Emirates SkyCargo, and other subsidiaries By providing high-quality services to customers and expanding its global operations, the group is continuously progressing and developing.

Create: May 22, 2024 Edit: May 22, 2024 International News

Remarkable Growth in German Tourists' Demand for Traveling to Turkey

Germany, as one of Turkey's significant tourism markets, is witnessing a substantial increase in demand for traveling to this country. Consequently, German airlines such as SunExpress, Corendon, Condor, and Turkish national carrier are expanding their flight routes and aircraft fleets to Turkey in the coming years. According to a report from the German Travel Agencies Association, Turkey, which hosted 6.2 million German tourists last year, continues to experience a significant influx of these tourists this summer season. As a result, travel agencies are increasing hotel capacities, and airlines are expanding their flights to Turkey. Given the rising demand from German tourists, Turkish hotels are also increasing their capacity.

Create: May 3, 2024 Edit: May 3, 2024 International News

Saudi Arabia Sets New Record in Foreign Tourist Spending

According to preliminary statistics from the Saudi Arabian Central Bank, the expenditure of foreign tourists in the country reached a new record in 2023, totaling $35.95 billion. This figure indicates a growth of 42.8 percent compared to 2022 and marks the highest level of foreign tourist spending in the country's history. Furthermore, the World Tourism Organization's Tourism Barometer report in January 2024 showed that tourist arrivals in Saudi Arabia in 2023 increased by 156 percent compared to 2019. These achievements demonstrate Saudi Arabia's efforts to develop its tourism industry and become an attractive global destination for tourists.

Create: Apr 17, 2024 Edit: Apr 17, 2024 International News

Accor posts record EBITDA of over $1 billion for 2023

Accor chain hotels brand reached a new milestone in profitability in 2023, achieving its highest-ever gross operating profit of over 1 billion euros for the first time in its history.The group reported revenues of 5.056 billion euros in 2023, reflecting an 18% growth compared to 2022. This growth includes a 17% increase for the economy, mid-scale, and upscale segment, and a 22% increase for the luxury and luxury services segment.

Create: Apr 10, 2024 Edit: Apr 10, 2024 International News

Etihad Airways Reports AED 1.4 Billion Profit in 2023

In 2023, Etihad Airways achieved an operational profit of AED 1.4 billion, indicating significant growth compared to 2022. The CEO of Etihad Airways attributed these results to the strong comeback of the company after two challenging years caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. He stated that Etihad Airways witnessed increased demand across all market segments in 2023 and strategically increased its capacity to respond to this demand.

Create: Apr 7, 2024 Edit: Apr 7, 2024 International News

jazeera airways Increases Net Profit

jazeera airways, one of the most popular airlines in the Middle East, reported a net profit of $20.3 million in 2023. Moreover, in 2023, jazeera witnessed a 30.6% increase in its passenger numbers, compared to 3.6 million passengers in 2022. jazeera airways will continue expanding its fleet and flight routes in 2024 to sustain its growth and advancement. Currently, jazeera airways operates flights to 34 destinations in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. The airline's fleet includes 34 modern aircraft, including 17 Airbus A320neo, 10 Airbus A321neo, and 7 Airbus A330neo aircraft.

Create: Apr 7, 2024 Edit: Apr 7, 2024 International News

Spain Emerges as a Popular Destination for GCC Tourists

The Spanish Tourism Board in the GCC region has reported a significant increase in tourist arrivals from this area in 2023, indicating Spain's growing popularity as an attractive tourist destination for GCC residents. The notable surge mainly stemmed from countries such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. Spain's allure lies in its cultural diversity, historical attractions, stunning beaches, and favorable climate, with expectations for increased demand for travel to Spain from the GCC in 2024. The lifting of travel restrictions, the increase in direct flights, and the introduction of new attractions are expected to contribute to this upward trend.

Create: Apr 2, 2024 Edit: Apr 2, 2024 International News

Travellers Prioritize Sustainable Destinations

Reports indicate a rise in travel expenses and a greater emphasis on environmental issues among Emirati and Saudi travellers. According to these reports, travellers are now significantly incorporating sustainability considerations into their travel plans and are willing to pay over 20 percent extra for stays in eco-friendly accommodations. Furthermore, artificial intelligence technology is increasingly becoming a key tool for travel planning, more accessible to Emirati and Saudi travellers.

Create: Mar 8, 2024 Edit: Mar 8, 2024 International News

Rise in Russian Tourists Visiting the Aegean Sea Coast

The Association of Tour Operators of Russia has reported an 8.1% increase in the number of tourists from this country traveling to the Caspian Sea coast in 2023 compared to the previous year. Popular destinations in Turkey on the Caspian Sea coast, including Dalaman, Marmaris, and Fethiye, hosted 391,000 tourists in 2023, indicating significant growth in the tourism industry in this region. Russian tour operators predict that demand for travel by Russian tourists to the Caspian Sea coast will continue to increase in 2024, despite the potential shortage of accommodation in quality five-star hotels.

Create: Mar 8, 2024 Edit: Mar 8, 2024 International News

Artificial Intelligence Boosts the Tourism and Travel Industry

A new report from the World Travel and Tourism Council and Microsoft predicts the transformative power of artificial intelligence in the tourism and travel industry, promising an unparalleled experience for customers. This report redefines travel and tourism standards and calls for greater integration of these technologies into the industry.According to the report, tourism and travel businesses are encouraged to prioritize artificial intelligence as a strategic priority and make significant investments in fostering collaboration between humans and artificial intelligence. The World Travel and Tourism Council believes that artificial intelligence can play a pivotal role in providing personalized and advanced experiences for travelers both now and in the future.By analyzing traveler data, optimizing pricing strategies through real-time adjustments, and providing instant responses and precise interactions through advanced chatbots, this technology can enhance personalized recommendations and marketing strategies.

Create: Feb 28, 2024 Edit: Feb 28, 2024 International News

Dubai secures 349 bids in 2023 to host top business events

Dubai further consolidated its status as a central hub for international business events in 2023. with the city winning a record 349 bids to host international conferences, congresses, meetings, and incentive travel programmes, a report said. Driven by Dubai Business Events (DBE), the city's official convention bureau, the wins reflected a robust 49% increase in successful bids compared to 2022. These events captured in 2023 are set to attract over 191,000 international delegates, Emirates News Agency, WAM, said.

Create: Feb 23, 2024 Edit: Feb 23, 2024 International News

World’s first hotel for camels in Saudi Arabia

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is home to the first hotel in the world to serve and comfort camels. The hotel, called Tatman, includes 120 hotel rooms that provide all services to camels, local media from the gulf country reported on Sunday. According to Arabic daily, English Al-Arabiya, more than 50 people serve in this hotel and they are divided between room services, care, attention, and protection as well. Tatman hotel, provides a 5-star service, including preparing meals for camels, taking care of the appearance and general appearance, in addition to providing hot milk, and making sure to clean and heat the rooms. “This hotel is the first of its kind in the world, but in a different and new style. Everything is available ranging from cleaning rooms to warm air-conditioning,” the official spokesman for the camel club in Saudi Arabia, Muhammad Al-Harbi said in a presentation video.

Create: Jan 11, 2022 Edit: Jan 13, 2022 International News