What impact have travel advisories had on Egypt’s attractiveness as a destination?
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Interviews & Viewpoints | Gerald Lawless, Chairman, World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC): Interview from The Report: Egypt 2018
After a difficult few years following the 2011 revolution, there is renewed hope for Egypt’s tourism sector, with 2017 bringing the industry back to growth. While there were positive signs for tourism in 2013 and 2014, before a relapse in 2015, the flotation of the currency in November 2016 has made the Egyptian market more competitive, and the government has also expended significant energy...
As Egypt enters 2018, a newly liberalised local currency and the recent implementation of a much-anticipated investment framework have left the country well positioned for continued economic expansion: the IMF expects GDP growth to reach 4.5% in 2018 and accelerate to around 6% over the medium term.
Articles & Analysis | Oman's low-cost airlines target broader range of travellers from The Report: Oman 2018
With the sector dominated by four- and five-star hotels, tourism in Oman relies heavily on luxury and business travellers. However, in recent years the Ministry of Tourism (MoT) has been looking to tap other markets, including budget-conscious holiday makers. This approach has been aided by the arrival of cheaper airfares from foreign airlines...
Articles & Analysis | Focus on encouraging domestic travel in Oman from The Report: Oman 2018
In addition to raising the overall awareness of Oman as a global destination and increasing the number of foreign visitors to the country, the Ministry of Tourism (MoT) and related agencies are actively seeking to tap the domestic market. By tailoring services specifically to locals, developing lesser known destinations, and creating...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Ahmed bin Nasser Al Mahrizi, Minister of Tourism: Interview from The Report: Oman 2018
In what way is strategy being developed to better promote Oman’s tourism offerings abroad?