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Arabian Travel Market 2026 postponed

The 2026 edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, originally scheduled to take place from May 4–7  at Dubai World Trade Centre, will now take place from August 17-20, 2026, with the venue remaining unchanged.The...

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12 licences issued for operating marine piers

The licences were granted after companies met the requirements of the regulations governing the establishment, management and operation of marine piers outside ports.

Tourism on hold as war casts uncertainty

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Winter surge lifts tourism revenues

Establishments increased to 1,368 in 2025 from 1,022 a year earlier, while rooms rose to 38,390, up 8.7 per cent.

Musandam reviews development gains, plans

Presentations delivered during the session showcased key development initiatives implemented over the past year.

Neem Camp promotes experiential tourism in Nizwa

This initiative creates diversified tourism offerings while supporting local communities.

Promotional campaigns boost tourism revenues and visitor numbers

The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism conducts promotional programmes in collaboration with public and private sector partners

MICE tourism yields RO 16m return as Oman targets high-spending delegates

The MICE segment helps drive the growth of “high-value” tourism streams that support hotels, aviation, transport and event services

Oman named emerging tourism destination

The award recognises destinations that offer distinctive tourism initiatives and innovative experiences that attract the interest of the Spanish travel market.

Intra-GCC tourism sees growth of 51.2% in 5 years

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Al Jabal Al Akhdhar tourism drive accelerates

The projects aim to upgrade transport networks, expand recreational facilities and attract private investment.

Hotel revenues in Oman reach RO 222.1 million

The number of guests staying at these hotels increased by 10.3 per cent to 1.89 million, up from 1.72 million a year earlier.

Business tourism delivers RO 15 million in returns

Since the start of 2025, Oman has hosted 24 conferences, reflecting sustained efforts to position the country as a competitive destination for business events.

Earthen architecture for greener construction

The "Revival of Earthen Architecture” initiative focuses on reintroducing clay using modern engineering methods that aim to improve performance while maintaining its cultural and environmental value.

Tourism and heritage drive Oman's non-oil growth

The tourism sector’s direct added value reached RO 873 million, while total tourism output climbed to RO 1.99 billion.

Mövenpick celebrates 10 years of kilo of kindness

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