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Thailand Strengthens Its Status as a Premier Luxury Destination

High-end hospitality, private island villas and world-class wellness draw an increasing number of affluent Gulf travellers.

Thailand is solidifying its reputation as one of the world’s most desirable luxury destinations for Gulf travellers, supported by rising demand for exclusive accommodations, advanced wellness experiences and premium lifestyle offerings. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recorded more than 162,790 Middle Eastern arrivals in the early months of 2025 and expects numbers to reach around 1.1 million by year-end, underscoring strong interest from UAE and GCC residents seeking indulgent, highly personalised escapes.

Luxury shopping at IconSiam Thailand

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Business & Investments, Travel & Tourism

International investment momentum for Al Maktoum International

International investment momentum for Al Maktoum International – Dubai World Central expansion builds as UK Export Finance issues US$3.5 billion Expression of Interest letter

UK Minister for Trade hands over the document to senior leaders of Dubai’s aviation sector at a ceremony held at Dubai Airshow

Sir Chris Bryant: This expression of interest marks another significant milestone and reinforces the UK’s long-standing partnership with Dubai

Al Maktoum International Airport to serve 150 million passengers annually by the early 2030s, rising to 260 million over the longer term

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 18 November 2025: A major international boost to Dubai’s aviation future was announced today at Dubai Airshow 2025 as the UK Export Finance (UKEF) issued a US$3.5 billion Expression of Interest letter to support participation of UK’s businesses in the US$35 billion expansion of Al Maktoum International – Dubai World Central (DWC).

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Hotels & Hosppitality, Travel & Tourism

Sharjah Collection by Shurooq wins 8 global titles at the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2025

Sharjah Collection by Shurooq wins 8 global titles at the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2025

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  • Kingfisher Retreat in Kalba named Best Luxury Eco Resort in the Middle East and Best Luxury Sustainable Resort in the Middle East.
  • Al Badayer Retreat awarded Best Luxury Cultural Retreat in the Middle East and Best Luxury Desert Resort – Global Winner.
  • Al Faya Retreat in Mleiha recognized as Best Luxury Boutique Retreat in the Middle East and Best Luxury Wellbeing Retreat – Global Winner.
  • Wishi Restaurant at Najd Al Meqsar in Khorfakkan wins Best Luxury Unique Experience in the Middle East and Best Magnificent Scenic Views in the Middle East.
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Travel & Tourism

Shurooq’s AED 920 million showcase at WTM London 2025 positions Sharjah as the Middle East’s capital of sustainable and wellness tourism

  • The showcase features the Sharjah Collection, a homegrown brand of 7 eco-retreats featuring over 150 units, including the soon-to-open Nomad in Kalba, Najd Al Meqsar, Al Rayaheen Retreat, Moon, Al Faya, Kingfisher, and Al Badayer Retreats.
  • The portfolio also includes The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah, its extension The Serai Wing, and The Lux Collective resorts — LUX* Khorfakkan and LUX* Al Bridi.
  • Mleiha National Park, part of the UNESCO-listed Faya Palaeolandscape, anchors Sharjah’s identity as a global model for sustainable and cultural tourism.
  • Tourism contributes over 10% to Sharjah’s non-oil GDP, with 1.9 million visitors expected by end of 2025 — up from 1.47 million — and plans to boost the sector’s economic impact from AED 200 billion (2023) to AED 450 billion by 2031.
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Travel & Tourism

Abu Dhabi Hosts First Tokyo Tourism Promotion Event

Abu Dhabi Hosts First Tokyo Tourism Promotion Event Showcasing the City’s Blend of Tradition and InnovationTokyo Shares Its Diverse Appeal with the World Through the Global Football Manga Captain Tsubasa

Abu Dhabi, UAE – October 31, 2025 — The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB) held the “Tokyo Tokyo Old Meets New – Come Discover the Culture of Tokyo” event in Abu Dhabi, marking the city’s first-ever Tokyo tourism and cultural promotion event.

The event was attended by His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Member of the Executive Council of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Her Excellency Governor Yuriko Koike, Tokyo Governor, His Excellency Shihab Ahmed Al Faheem, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Japan; and His Excellency Ken Okaniwa, Ambassador of Japan to the United Arab Emirates.

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