Travel and Toursim News

Sunday, 27 April, 2025

Local News:

Our Jordan is Paradise 2025″ Program Resumes.

The “Our Jordan is Paradise 2025” program resumed on Thursday after a break in December 2024. The government will cover travel costs until December 2025 and provide free transportation for participants. With 311,000 participants in 2024, the program aims to boost domestic tourism, support local communities, and help the tourism sector recover post-COVID.

Train Trips to Umm Al-Jimal Archaeological Site Resume Starting Saturday.

The Municipality of Umm Al-Jimal announced the resumption of train trips to the Umm Al-Jimal archaeological site, starting next Saturday, in cooperation with the Jordan Hejaz Railway Corporation. Tourists will travel by train to Mafraq Station, then by bus to the site, now listed as a World Heritage Site. The municipality will provide tour guides […]

The Aqaba Carnival for Tourism and Shopping 2025.

Launched in December 2024, significantly boosted Aqaba’s economy by reviving tourism and commerce. The festival, featuring diverse cultural and tourism events, helped increase hotel bookings and attract local visitors, especially during Eid al-Fitr. The event was extended into 2025 to attract more tourists, particularly from neighboring countries like Saudi Arabia. Over 200 businesses participated, offering […]

Regional News:

Jazeera Airways Launches 90% Discount on Child Fares for Family Travel.

Jazeera Airways is offering an exclusive 90% discount on child fares (ages 2-12) for families traveling together. The offer is available for flights to popular destinations like Sharm El Sheikh, Larnaca, and Istanbul, making family vacations more affordable. To take advantage of this limited-time deal, book tickets by October 19th for travel before December 15th, […]

GCC Nations Revolutionize Luxury Travel with High-End Train Services.

Oman, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, and Qatar are transforming the future of luxury travel with the introduction of world-class high-end train services. These nations are investing heavily in infrastructure to create seamless, luxurious travel experiences that connect cities, cultures, and economies. This initiative is set to spark significant tourism growth, positioning the GCC as a […]

Abu Dhabi Launches First Hybrid Heliport for eVTOLs and Helicopters.

Abu Dhabi is set to open the UAE’s first hybrid heliport at the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal, approved by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). This facility will support both helicopters and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, advancing air taxi services in the UAE. The project includes charging stations, upgraded landing pads, and […]

Global News:

United Airlines and JetZero Partner to Revolutionize Eco-Friendly Travel Between Newark and Spain’s Tourist Spots.

United Airlines has partnered with JetZero to revolutionize eco-friendly travel between Newark and Palma de Mallorca, Spain. The partnership focuses on next-gen sustainable aircraft, including the Z4, a blended wing body jet offering up to 50% greater fuel efficiency. With a potential purchase of up to 200 aircraft, commercial flights may begin as early as […]

Air Serbia Joins easyJet in Resuming Nonstop Belgrade–Geneva Flights from June, Boosting Balkan-Swiss Travel.

Air Serbia will resume nonstop flights between Belgrade and Geneva on June 23, 2025, after a four-year break. The three weekly flights (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays) will strengthen diplomatic, financial, and diaspora ties between the Balkans and Switzerland. This comes alongside easyJet’s existing services, which have proven popular with both tourists and the Serbian community in […]

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