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Arabian Travel Market 2026: Morocco steps up tourism promotion in Dubai

Morocco is taking part in the 33rd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which opened Monday in Dubai, with a delegation led by the Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT). The Moroccan delegation brings together 17 tourism exhibitors and operators, along with the Regional Tourism Councils of Rabat-Salé-Kénitra......

Dubai records sharp decline in foreign tourist arrivals during first eight months of 2026

Dubai recorded a significant drop in international tourist arrivals during the first eight months of 2026, with the number of foreign visitors falling by more than 44% compared with the same period a year earlier, according to figures from Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism. The emirate......

FATF urges Morocco to strengthen oversight of crypto-related activities

Morocco’s ban on cryptocurrencies may no longer be sufficient on its own to shield the financial system from the risks associated with virtual assets. International standards increasingly require countries not only to restrict unauthorized activity but also to demonstrate that they can identify,......

Morocco Ranks Among Belgians' Favorite Destinations in 2025

Morocco confirms its appeal to Belgian travelers. According to the latest data from Statbel, the Belgian statistical office, the Kingdom ranked among the top ten foreign destinations for Belgian residents in 2025, with nearly 700,000 trips recorded throughout the year.The country occupies the sixth position......

Morocco’s Oriental region emerges as a promising new international tourism destination

Morocco’s Oriental region is positioning itself as an emerging international tourism destination, drawing attention to its Mediterranean coastline, natural landscapes and growing range of leisure and sporting activities. The region’s coastal stretch extends for roughly 200 kilometers between......

Gulf unified tourist visa expected to simplify travel across six countries

The six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are moving closer to launching a unified tourist visa designed to make regional travel easier for international visitors and strengthen the Gulf’s position as a connected tourism destination. GCC Secretary-General Jassem Albudaiwi recently said......

Peru records 5.5% decline in foreign tourist arrivals in second quarter of 2026

Peru recorded a 5.5% year-on-year decline in foreign visitor arrivals during the second quarter of 2026, according to a report from the National Institute of Statistics and Informatics (INEI), highlighting continued challenges for the country’s tourism sector. Between April and June, travelers......

Ceuta crisis begins to affect Spanish tourism bookings to Morocco

The fallout from the ongoing crisis surrounding Ceuta is beginning to be felt in tourism, with signs of increased cancellations and slower new bookings among Spanish travelers planning trips to Morocco. According to data cited by Spanish tourism publication Hosteltur and provided by hotel booking platform......

Indonesia: Six Airports Closed Following Anak Krakatoa Eruption

The eruption of Anak Krakatoa is significantly disrupting air traffic in Indonesia. In light of the risks associated with the volcano's activity, authorities decided to suspend operations on Sunday at six airports, including Jakarta's main international hub. This precautionary measure directly affects......