Tourism

As part of its comprehensive development plans targeting the Eastern Region, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) revealed the details of its integrated architectural and tourism project on Khorfakkan Beach, which includes a 75-room hotel managed by Marriott International and a water park, the first of its kinds in the Eastern Region. The project, which will be officially opened ...

Since its inception by H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, over 35,000 people have visited the Sharjah Safari. Located in the 16 square kilometre Al-Bardi Reserve, Sharjah Safari is home to numerous endangered species and features 12 distinct habitats, a big natural lake, a picnic space for visitors, as well as ...

Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) is celebrating 25 years since the inauguration of Sharjah Art Museum, which first opened its doors in April 1997 to preserve and promote arts. The purpose-built museum which offers free entry to all, is surrounded by old traditional buildings that are preserved by the government of Sharjah as part of its mission to pass on the ...

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) disclosed all that’s happening in Sharjah’s tourism projects and all that’s coming up at the Arab Travel Market (ATM) this year, going on at the Dubai World Trade Center from May 9 to 12. A press conference was held at the Sharjah Pavilion at ATM 2022, which saw His Excellency Khalid Jasim ...

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has announced plans to participate in the 29th Arabian Travel Market (ATM 2022), taking place May 9-12 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The Authority joins several of its strategic partners at the Sharjah Pavilion at ATM 2022, which SCTDA will use as a platform to showcase the latest developments taking place ...

The House of Wisdom, an iconic futuristic and cultural hub developed by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has opened today ‘Gateway to the Metaverse’, the first non-fungible token (NFT) art exhibition in Sharjah, featuring the artworks of a diverse group of 60 international and 15 local artists engaged in the digital and crypto art world. Targeting artists, tech ...

The Sharjah Airport Authority has shown once again its commitment to excellence and leadership in Sharjah’s sustainable development after it earned the Sharjah Excellence Award for Sharjah Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in recognition for its responsible practices involving the employees, the community, and the environment. The Authority received the award during a gala awards ceremony organized by the Sharjah Chamber ...

Air Arabia (PJSC) today announced a record financial results for the fourth quarter and for full year ending 31 December 2021, despite the prevailing impact of COVID-19 pandemic that continued throughout the year. “Air Arabia reported a net profit of AED720 million for the full year ending December 31, 2021, an increase of 475 percent compared to AED 192 million ...

The airport’s cargo volumes surged by 52% in 2021, compared to the year earlier, driven by a surge in global demand for automobiles, pharmaceuticals and agro products. Dubai: Dubai, Doha and Sharjah were the top international destinations from Mumbai airport in 2021, replacing previous placeholders such as London Heathrow and Newark. Delhi, Goa and Bengaluru continued to be the top ...