Tourism

Myanmar has emerged in recent years as a sought-after tourist destination in a region known for its tourism attractions. Since the country opened its doors through political reform in 2011, many have been attracted to its diverse landscapes, rich culture and heritage. While infrastructure challenges remain, and low hotel occupancy rates affect...

While recent years have seen steady growth in arrival numbers from Europe, Asia, North America and Oceania, Oman’s principle source market remains much closer to home. According to a report released in February 2018 by Colliers International, the Middle East has historically provided over half of arrivals to the sultanate, accounting for 58%...

With Oman experiencing sustained growth in tourism arrivals, recent years have seen the concurrent expansion of lodging options. Indeed, between 2013 and 2017 the number of hotels increased by 35%, according to the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). Alternative accommodation – such as aparthotels and short-term holiday lets...

Countries and regions across the world have long understood the potential of the MICE segment as a vehicle to drive high-value tourism and economic development. In recent decades this has led to significant investment, with nations working to position themselves as centres for the industry, both regionally and globally, aided by greater air...

Muscat’s bustling new international airport, which opened in March 2018, not only boasts a greater number of terminal concourses, boutique shops and restaurants, but also enhanced visitor-processing facilities. More spacious entry halls and new queuing systems have been built, and rows of e-gates supplement the normal passport control stations...