Category Archives: Travel & Tourism

Georgia Forges Strategic GCC Partnerships to Drive Tourism and MICE Growth

GNTA launches targeted B2B roadshow for UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, building on successful B2C campaign momentum

GCC, Oct31st, 2025 – The Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA) today announced a focused strategy to deepen its engagement with the broader Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) B2B tourism sector. This initiative is aimed at positioning Georgia as a premier, high-value partner for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) operators, travel agencies, and investors, capitalizing on the nation’s rapid tourism growth and strategic development plans to create significant new partnership opportunities.

“We are building a foundation for long-term growth by forging strategic alliances with the GCC travel trade and investors to jointly develop high-quality, innovative tourism products that cater to the evolving demand for authentic and immersive experiences. Georgia’s dynamic tourism landscape offers unprecedented opportunities for partnerships and collaborations as we continue to nurture the country’s growing reputation as a preferred international travel destination,” said Mrs. Maia Omiadze, Head of Administration at the GNTA.

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MakeMyTrip Strengthens Focus on UAE’s Year-End Travel PlanningMonth-long travel celebration unites global and regional partners to make trip planning easier and more rewarding

Dubai, October 31, 2025 — MakeMyTrip, UAE’s leading online travel platform, today announced a new initiative to make year-end travel planning simpler and more rewarding for UAE residents. As part of this effort, the company has introduced ‘Big Deal Sale’, bringing together leading airlines, hotel brands, banking partners, and trusted consumer brands to unlock exceptional value across flights and stays in the UAE and abroad.

The Big Deal Sale spotlights UAE-favourite leisure destinations, from staycations in Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah to international favourites such as Thailand, Turkey, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Egypt, the UK, Maldives, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines, covering both short and long-haul getaways.

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Ajman Department of Tourism Development launches Eastern European roadshow to strengthen tourism cooperation

Ajman, UAE, October 26, 2025: The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) launched a promotional roadshow across several Eastern European countries today, as part of its ongoing efforts to position Ajman as a leading global tourist destination. Under the leadership of H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of ADTD, the tour will be conducted from October 26 to 31, 2025.

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Amadeus partners with Sharjah Airport Travel Agency to Enhance Travel Offerings in the UAE

Sharjah, UAE: Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology, has announced a new collaboration with Sharjah Airport Travel Agency (SATA), one of the UAE’s most established travel companies, to deliver state-of-the-art solutions that enhance customer experiences and support SATA’s growth strategy.

Through this partnership, SATA will adopt a suite of Amadeus’ advanced travel technology solutions designed to streamline operations and bring greater value to customers. These include Web Services, Master Pricer Travel Board (MPTB), Fare Optimizer, ATC Reissue & Refunds, and NDC[X], enabling SATA to expand its offerings and deliver more personalized, efficient, and competitive travel services.

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AI and Flexible Payments are Reshaping Travel; musafir.com says the Future Lies in a Hybrid Model

Dubai, UAE – October 6, 2025 – From planning a dream vacation to paying for it, two powerful shifts are redefining the way people travel: the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the growing popularity of flexible payment options. musafir.com, the region’s leading online travel platform, believes these forces will shape the future of travel and that success will come from combining technology with the human touch.

Across the industry, AI is moving from being a back-end enabler to the traveler’s starting point. Instead of endless browsing through dozens of tabs, younger travelers are increasingly turning to conversational AI tools for curated itineraries, visa advice, and destination comparisons. Global studies show that over 60% of UAE residents already use AI for trip planning, while 68% rely on it for bookings. Analysts warn that traditional search-driven traffic could decline sharply as travelers shift to “asking” AI rather than “searching” online.

Raheesh Babu, COO, musafir.com

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