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Mediterranean ObserverSeptember 2, 2021

Istanbul Airport, which is the world’s largest airport with an annual passenger capacity of 90 million and the most important global transfer center in the region, continues to receive awards from respected institutions of the aviation industry for its strong infrastructure, efficient operation, superior technology and outstanding travel experience, the airport’s operator, IGA, said in […]

Mediterranean ObserverSeptember 1, 2021

The City with 1,001 Churches,” “The City with 40 Gates,” and the “Cradle of Civilizations” – all of these names are used to describe the famous Ani Ruins in northeastern Turkey’s Kars province, and ongoing archaeological excavations at the UNESCO World Heritage site aim to increase the interest of tourists at the ancient city. The […]

Mediterranean ObserverAugust 30, 2021

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Just under 12 million people visited Turkey in the first seven months of 2021, a significant increase on the same period last year. Tourist numbers remain considerably lower than in 2019, however, when the country welcomed over 45 million foreigners. According to the latest figures released by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism on […]

Mediterranean ObserverAugust 28, 2021

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Egypt, Jordan and Israel are busy preparing for the future, investing significant funds and efforts into improving important religious and heritage sites. Despite the cautious optimism expressed by many countries’ tourism ministries and tour operators throughout the region during the summer, COVID-19 remains, and the tourism sector in all of the Middle East is bleeding. […]

Mediterranean ObserverAugust 25, 2021

The number of foreigners arriving in Turkey hit a 21-month high in July in a major rebound for one of the country’s most critical industries, bolstered by the gradual easing of coronavirus-related travel restrictions around the world. Turkey hosted more than 4.36 million tourists last month, up by a whopping 367.5% from a year ago […]

Mediterranean ObserverAugust 22, 2021

Considered to be an integral part of global tourism, the event industry in Turkey is rebounding from the turmoil of COVID-19, and the long-awaited mobility is set to add pace to the country’s accommodation and tourism sector. The pandemic had prompted massive cancellations or postponements of fairs, congresses, events and meetings since March last year, […]

Mediterranean ObserverAugust 17, 2021

A coastal city of history and tourism in Turkey, Kuşadası allures diving enthusiasts with underwater treasures, in addition to offering historical and natural beauties on land. A member of the Kuşadası City Council, Ali Kotan said that Kuşadası stands out with its underwater treasures and mild weather, which allows for year-round diving. On top of […]

Mediterranean ObserverAugust 12, 2021

Floods claimed five lives in Kastamonu province while one person remains missing in Bartın as the Black Sea region grapples with two days of torrential rains. The flooding prompted evacuations and destroyed buildings, bridges and roads Five people swept away by floodwaters were killed in Kastamonu province while the search is underway for another person […]

Mediterranean ObserverAugust 10, 2021

Direct flights from Russia arrived Monday at Egyptian resorts on the Red Sea for the first time since the October 2015 bombing of a Russian airliner. Moscow barred direct flights to Egypt after the bombing of the passenger plane shortly after it took off from the popular resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, killing all 224 people […]

Mediterranean ObserverAugust 9, 2021

An Emirates cabin crew member has scaled the world’s tallest building in full uniform for the airline’s latest advert. The 33-second ad opens with a close-up shot of the flight attendant holding message boards that read: “Moving the UAE to the UK amber list has made us feel on top of the world.” As the […]

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Category: Asia

Turkey | Istanbul Airport named ‘Europe’s Most Efficient Airport’

Excavations at Turkey’s Ani to provide boost to Tourism

Tourism to Turkey up nearly 200% on 2020, but still lower than Pre-Pandemic Numbers

Middle East Looking Forward to More Religious Tourism in Post-Pandemic Era

Flock of Britons due as tourists in Turkey at pre-pandemic level

Turkey’s Event Tourism makes long-awaited return after COVID-19

Turkey | Kuşadası Allures Diving Enthusiasts with Underwater Treasures

5 dead, 1 missing as Floods hit Turkey’s Black Sea Region

Russians Fly Directly to Egypt’s Resorts after Years Long Ban

Emirates Cabin Crew Member Scales Burj Khalifa for New Advert

Short-term rentals in the EU - Significant growth in Q2 2024

European Labour Authority Report - HORECA sector

Eurostat: EU tourism nights increase in Q2 2024

Short-term rentals in the EU – Significant growth in Q2 2024

European Labour Authority Report – HORECA sector

Eurostat: EU tourism nights increase in Q2 2024