ATM research partners forecast resilient future for tourism as industry looks beyond challenges in the Middle East
- New research from Arabian Travel Market Official Research Partners STR and Euromonitor International points to sustained travel demand despite geopolitical disruption
- Travel spending across the Middle East and Africa forecast to grow by almost 48% by 2030, adding more than US$50 billion to the regional tourism economy
- Exclusive research findings to be presented during ATM 2026, taking place from 14–17 September at Dubai World Trade Centre
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 16 July 2026: The global travel industry is entering its next phase of growth, according to new research from Arabian Travel Market’s (ATM) Official Research Partners, STR and Euromonitor International, which indicates that consumer demand for travel remains fundamentally resilient despite the challenges facing the Middle East this year.
The latest forecasts suggest that while geopolitical developments have temporarily impacted traveller confidence and disrupted aviation and hospitality markets across parts of the region, the long-term outlook for tourism remains positive. As stability returns, destinations with strong tourism infrastructure, established global connectivity and continued investment are expected to recover quickly, creating fresh opportunities for destinations, hospitality providers, airlines and tourism businesses worldwide.
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