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Hotels
Wynn Al Marjan Island is on its second president, and that's before its opening three years from now. Leading the hotel now is a steady hand from Las Vegas.
Josh Corder | 1 month ago
A combined 160 hotels are planned for Dubai Islands and Palm Jebel Ali.
Tourism
While global travel begins to see the first signs of a slowdown, key Middle East destinations have been performing well.
Junior staff and management will live in seperate buildings, and RAK says the campus will prioritize wellbeing.
Wynn Resorts' joint partnership in the UAE now owns a quarter of all of Marjan Island.
Josh Corder | 2 months ago
Thailand's decision to legalize casinos could be its big "ka-ching" moment, potentially transforming its tourism sector and unlocking economic benefits.
Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago
A look at how Middle East tourism responds to extreme heat across the region.
Podcasts
Today's podcast looks at Meta's new AI tools, airlines and the Olympics, and gambling in the UAE.
Rashaad Jorden | 2 months ago
Rules for gambling in the UAE include "cooling off periods," betting limits and a connection to a business in the UAE.
Passport rankings are more than just numbers; they show a country's diplomatic power and have real impacts on travel and tourism making them important not just for travelers.