Middle East tourism – Opportunities and solutions
Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes
ISSN: 1755-4217
Article publication date: 30 November 2022
Issue publication date: 30 March 2023
Abstract
Purpose
This paper aims to review the contribution made by the theme issue to the body of knowledge on tourism growth drivers and challenges in the Middle East and the subsequent impact of tourism growth drivers in the region in developing and promoting tourism.
Design/methodology/approach
A content analysis of the contributing articles featured in this theme issue was undertaken. Additionally, industry white papers and government portals were consulted to identify the historical relevance, current proceedings and future scope of tourism in the Middle East.
Findings
This summary article highlights the key outcomes relating to the tourism growth drivers and challenges in the Middle East that will assist in policy and decision-making by the pertinent stakeholders, especially in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Originality/value
Despite steep growth in international arrivals, tourism development in the Middle East has not been adequately addressed in academia. This theme issue highlights the region's tourism-related background, problems and constraints, thereby addressing a critical gap in the literature.
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Citation
Vij, M. and Nadkarni, S. (2023), "Middle East tourism – Opportunities and solutions", Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes, Vol. 15 No. 2, pp. 192-196. https://doi.org/10.1108/WHATT-11-2022-0127
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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