There’s a recession relapse in tourism, except in the UAE
Countless reports in 2010 pointed to a recovery for the hospitality sector in 2011, but recent events in the region have caused a relapse…except in the UAE.
May 26, 2011 1:17Saudi Arabia hopes $89mn will make heritage more interesting
May 30 2011 by Kathi Everden
Sharjah wants some of the tourism spotlight that's been shining previously over Dubai and now in Abu Dhabi, and they're counting on $89million to make it happen, says Kathi Everden.
A recent announcement of a $89 million investment in tourism projects has reinforced the commitment of the Saudi Commission for…
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Qatar kicks off 5-point global tourism plan
Qatar kicks off its global tourism strategy with a five-point plan. Kathi Everden talks to QTA chairman Ahmed Abdullah Al Nuaimi.
May 23, 2011 1:27 -
Boon in times of turmoil for UAE’s tourism sector
GMR's Kathi Everden analyses the recession relapse in the region's tourism and the slightly unexpected impact it's had on the UAE's hospitality sector this year.
May 17, 2011 3:02
