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Dubai's low-paid workers on edge as Mideast war hits tourism

Dubai's low-paid workers on edge as Mideast war hits tourism

For thousands of workers in Dubai's tourism sector, the Middle East war has brought business to a standstill -- leaving their income suddenly at risk. At the famous Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR), normally heaving with visitors, rows of sun loungers now face an almost empty sea. Restaurant terraces sit

Tournament travel brings economic boost and logistical strain to host cities

Host cities gear up for March Madness as the tournament turns brackets into packed downtown districts. As teams advance from one host city to the next, waves of fans, alumni groups and media crews follow close behind, filling flights and accommodations near arenas. Those arrivals boost sports tourism travel while

Tourism on hold as Middle East war casts uncertainty

Tourism on hold as Middle East war casts uncertainty

Cancelled flights, postponed trips and a great deal of uncertainty: the war in the Middle East is casting a long shadow over the tourism outlook for a region that has become a prized destination for travellers worldwide. "My last group of tourists left three days ago, and all the

Sporting And Cultural Events Boost Travel Intentions For 2026

Sporting And Cultural Events Boost Travel Intentions For 2026

Thirty-four percent of American travelers say they are likely to take an overnight trip to attend a sporting event in 2026. Twenty percent plan to attend a FIFA World Cup match, and 52% intend to travel overnight for cultural events such as concerts and festivals. Meanwhile, 47% are interested

In 2026, why you travel matters more than where

Artificial Intelligence has made trip planning easier, but not necessarily more satisfying. Twenty-four percent of travelers say AI tools present too many options, while 22% feel there still aren’t enough meaningful choices, according to Skyscanner’s Travel Trends 2026 report. Even as AI becomes more common in planning,

Dubai: economic might in the Middle East

Dubai has been transformed into a major global economic hub through diversification in sectors such as transportation, finance and tourism, to reduce its dependency on fossil fuels. The emirate, along with several Middle Eastern cities such as Doha and Manama, was hit on Sunday morning by a series of explosions,

Report: Gallatin, Flathead county have majority of short-term rental units

Significant increases in short-term rental properties may be adding pressure to local housing supplies, especially in high-value tourism areas of the state near Yellowstone and Glacier national parks. That’s according to a report by the University of Montana’s Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research published this