Tourism

Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the ‘Takwin: Sciences and Creativity’ exhibition on Wednesday. Organised for the first time in the UAE, the exhibition runs from December 6 to March 6, 2024, at Sharjah’s House of Wisdom (HoW), in collaboration with the King Faisal Centre for Research and Islamic Studies ...

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of Sharjah Executive Council, Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah inaugurated the 10th annual edition of the Sharjah International Travel & Tourism Forum (SITTF) on Wednesday in Expo Centre Sharjah, which was ...

Air Arabia (PJSC), the Middle East & North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier operator, announced a record financial and operational results for the third quarter and first nine months ending September 30, 2023, an increase of 53 per cent compared to the same period last year, while revenue for the first nine months increased by 16 per cent reaching ...

Sharjah Airport has experienced a remarkable presence in passenger traffic with over 4 million in the third quarter of 2023, recording a rise of over 12 percent compared to the same period last year. In addition, air traffic during the period reached 26,000, owing to the advancements in the airport’s services and ongoing development activities per its strategic vision. The ...

His Excellency Khalid Al Midfa, chairman of Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority in the presence of Sheikh Salem bin Mohammed bin Salem Al Qasimi Director of Sharjah Tourism & Commerce Development Authority reopened yesterday, Thursday, Kalba’s iconic ‘Bait Sheikh Saeed bin Hamad Al Qasimi’ Museum to the public. Marking a new addition to the heritage and cultural destinations in ...

Sharjah is preparing to welcome the nation, the region, and the world, to a 3-day experiential event like no other, as the inaugural ‘Tanweer Sacred Music Festival’ descends upon the mystical Mleiha desert from November 24 to 26, 2023. Envisioned by Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, to be a testament to tradition, wisdom, and the power of togetherness, this groundbreaking festival ...

The Sharjah Airport has welcomed more than 2.8 million passengers from over 30 countries on 17,700 flight movements, during the months of July and August this year, according to Sharjah Airport Authority. This reflects the trust and confidence that the passengers have placed in the Airport’s services, as well as in providing a distinctive and convenient travel experience. The highest ...

The Sharjah Environment and Protected Areas Authority is preparing to kick off the third season of Sharjah Safari, the world’s largest of its kind outside of Africa. This launch is scheduled for Thursday, 21st September, following the conclusion of the summer season, and will once again welcome visitors, tourists, and nature enthusiasts from both within and outside the country to ...

Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has opened two new exhibitions, titled “Thinking Art: Artists as Writers from the UAE” and “33 Songs, 99 Words”, at the Maraya Art Centre in Sharjah, a non-profit creative initiative by Shurooq that supports the region’s emerging and established artists. The opening ceremony was attended by Sheikha Nawar ...

IHG Hotels and Resorts has signed a management agreement with Sharjah Asset Management (SAM), the investment arm of the Sharjah government, to bring a voco hotel to Sharjah in the UAE. The property which is scheduled to open in 2027 is the first IHG hotel announced for Sharjah. The 191-key property will be located near the Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club on ...