Hayley Skirka

Mantis Bahrain Hawar Island will feature overwater villas and a Bear Grylls adventure programme to help guests get closer to nature

Dubai airline is named best in the world, while the UAE's national carrier is commended for its cabin crew

Authorities report a 29 per cent increase in tourist numbers as Ajman lays plans to become a cultural hub

Covering 20,000 sq metres, the attraction will have 15 slides and rides

Kingdom is celebrating a record quarter with more than three million international visitors each month in 2024

The National rounds up the most interesting tourism news you might have missed

Serenity and sophistication with a host of creative dining options have revitalised this waterfront destination

Middle East's first hotel from inventors of the all-inclusive concept is headed for the tiny Omani exclave

Emirates cancelled flights to several destinations including Istanbul, Nairobi, Cairo, Amman, Singapore and Johannesburg

Five-star skyscraper in one of city's newest neighbourhoods is perfect for a serene getaway – with the spa a particular highlight

Shorelines in the Philippines, Iceland and UK also make cut, but no Middle Eastern spots

Stretching 72km from Jebal Ali to Dubai Islands, regenerated coastline would have 100 million mangroves, a botanical museum and beach parks

The National rounds up the most interesting tourism news you might have missed

Deadpool star talks to The National as he takes over the promotional role from Jason Momoa

Switzerland's mountain town is the place to go for action-packed discoveries amid breathtaking natural surroundings