GCC tourism

Oman and GCC countries are strengthening connected tourism through joint marketing, cultural travel, sustainability and easier regional journeys

Riyadh, Jeddah and Dubai face new travel pressures as Yemen and Red Sea tensions threaten aviation, shipping and regional tourism in 2026

Qatar tourism records 2.338 million visitors through August 2026, led by GCC travellers and strong demand from Asia and Europe.

Qatar tourism sees GCC visitors exceed 40% share in 2026, led by Saudi Arabia and UAE, as regional travel supports Doha and wider tourism

Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman and Qatar continue expanding tourism through aviation, Vision 2030 and destination investments despite an early 2026 slowdown

UAE, Oman and GCC nations strengthen tourism through regional cooperation, secure travel routes and improved visitor confidence

The UAE, Oman and GCC partners deepen regional cooperation to strengthen tourism, aviation connectivity, maritime security and traveller confidence.

Poland boosts tourism from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE and GCC markets with record visitors, luxury travel, family holidays and improved connectivity

UAE leads GCC tourism recovery as international travel confidence rises 66%, boosting Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia and Qatar travel

Hokkaido leads Japan’s tourism growth as visitors from UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman drive rising demand for luxury travel

Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and UAE Unite to Create a Powerful New Gulf Tourism Journey