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39,546 tourism, hospitality, aviation licences issued until mid-September: Minister

The number of commercial licences in tourism, hospitality, aviation, air transport, aviation technologies and digital tourism solutions in the UAE reached 39,546 by mid-September 2025, a 275 percent increase compared to mid-September 2020, according to Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the Emirates

UAE expands tourism sector with landmark leisure projects

The UAE is stepping up efforts to attract global visitors with a wave of new luxury tourism and entertainment projects designed to boost competitiveness and economic contribution. The most high-profile announcement in 2025 came with plans to build the Disney Theme Park Resort project on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, marking the first new

'Ajman Tourism Department' wraps up roadshow in India

The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) has concluded a five-day roadshow in India as part of its efforts to expand the emirate’s presence in international markets, particularly India, a key emerging tourism market. The delegation, led by Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director-General of ADTD, met with tourism partners in New

'Shohheef Season' to kick off September 20 in Ras Al Khaimah

The UAE Marine Sports Federation has officially announced the launch of the 2025 Shohheef Season, with the opening race scheduled to take place on 20th-21st September in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. In a statement today, the federation said the inaugural race will be held under the strategic sponsorship of MAG Holding, and organised by

Emirates tips-off as Official Main Sponsor of Real Madrid Basketball

Emirates and Real Madrid have announced a multi-year partnership that makes Emirates the Official Main Sponsor of the Spanish professional basketball club. The partnership will commence immediately. As part of the agreement, Emirates’ ‘Fly Better’ branding will prominently feature on the jerseys consistent with its