Tourism & Culture

Bangladesh has had a Ba3 (stable) rating from Moody's since 2010. Due to its strategic location, Bangladesh can be the Singapore of South Asia. The poverty rate in Bangladesh is decreasing. In fact absolute poverty decreased 8,9 % in just 5 years, from 40.4% in 2005 to in 31.5% in 2010. The Government is going ahead with a powerful plan to combat poverty with an amount of Tk 43.680 crore

What better to accompany a decanter of cask-mellowed añejo rum than a fine hand-rolled cigar?

A collage of cultures and neighborhoods with everything from historic colonial sites to shopping malls makes this a city for all tastes

La Romana, nestled in the warm Caribbean, a revelation of a secret paradise for golf...and much, much more

Discover Barahona and surrender to the warm and gentle embrace of the wonders of a natural paradise still untouched by man

From functional pieces to art form, Kuwait’s Bedouin woven items have risen to fame as a handicraft that embodies an essential part of the nation’s character

A massive tourism expansion is on the horizon as a new emphasis on developing Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector beyond its well established religious offerings is encouraging visitors to take advantage of new airports and hospitality infrastructure to discover a fascinating kingdom

PM Communications interviews Croatia’s Ministry of Tourism, Veljko Ostojić, who discusses plans and policies to diversify the tourism sector and markets

Flying to Aruba from any city in the United States is now easier and more convenient than before, thanks to the creation of Insel Air Aruba

Trinidad and Tobago’s top university, COSTAATT is showing significant growth and helping to create a knowledge-based economy

Merengue, bachata, handicrafts, jewellery and baseball are deep cultural expressions from the island nation

Club Hemingway is a completely consolidated and successful real estate project, offering top grade homes in exceptional, natural surroundings

The top tourist destination in the Caribbean aims to double the number of tourists to 10 million, within the next decade

·It represents >20% of the Gross Domestic Product; ·Main revenue generator; ·>250,000 direct and indirect jobs

The beaches in the Dominican Republic are world famous for very good reasons. Here, more than 400 km of white sand are sheltered by the warm, clear-blue waters of the Caribbean sea and the Atlantic Ocean.

The domestic hotel infrastructure comprises 65,000 rooms located at the main tourist resorts, allowing visitorsto choose from a myriad of urban and rural settings across the country far and wide.

Guayaquil is the largest city in the Republic of Ecuador, the capital of Guayas province and home to 39% of the 1,000 most important companies in the country. These businesses annually provide more than $12.7 billion to the Ecuadorian GDP. In the main, Guayaquil’s economy is centered on its commercial, industrial, agricultural and aqua cultural sectors. Mayor Jaime Nebot Saadi’s team has continuously strived to help the growth of small and medium-sized companies to help these sectors become the main sources of income for ‘Guayaquileños’

Guayaquil’s treasures

Guayaquil’s treasures

Guayaquil’s treasures

The Galapagos Islands is one of the most fascinating destinations in the Americas

In 2012, high-end hotel company Starwood Hotels and Resorts decided to return to Iraq after a nearly 20-year absence due to the Gulf War - and they chose Ranj Company as their local partner

Blending international standards with warm African hospitality, Eko Hotel & Suites is a top choice for accommodations in Lagos, for business travellers and tourists alike

Reigning with righteousness for the benefit and happiness of the Siamese People

King Bhumibol’s mother led an accomplished life with inspiring devotion to her children and the Thai nation

The King’s commitment to improve the quality of life of the underprivileged and the disenfranchised

Forecast to be the fastest growing tourist destination in the Middle East, Qatar is investing heavily in new tourism infrastructure

Qatar’s new national museum aims to attract Qataris and tourists

On the occasion of the Sultanate of Oman's 42nd National Day, Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al Mahrizi discusses tourism's contribution to Oman

Nestled between water and mountains, Muscat enjoys a magical setting where quality of life is on the rise

The Morocco Tourism Investment Forum (MTIF) takes place on April 15-16 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Casablanca to unite developers, operators, stakeholders, investors and finance providers in Morocco’s long-standing tourism sector and launch a new wave of win-win partnerships in the flourishing industry

No question that the Dominican Republic has done very well out of steadily increasing foreign demand for its rum and quality hand-rolled cigars. Recent developments, however, may have added a note of uncertainty to prospects for these mainstays of the country’s export sector

With white sand beaches and the most attractive accomodations, Punta Cana has become one of the most popular tourism spots in the world

Arguably the country’s most picture-perfect area, Samaná is home to the natural treasure Los Haitises National Park, whose landscape is dotted with wooded hills, swamps, caves with pre-Columbian petroglyphs, as well as abundant wildlife

From art and music through sports and cinema, the Dominican presence in the U.S. and around the world is not to be ignored

Voted Kuwait’s Best Business Hotel, Crowne Plaza Kuwait is home to the country’s largest ballroom, its first Aquatonic pool, and a raft of different dining possibilities. Now, the hotel is further enlarging its conference facilities and nearly tripling the number of guestrooms and suites

Five times every day, 1 billion Muslims worldwide turn toward Makkah to pray, and all Muslims, who are able, are obliged to perform the Hajj, a pilgrimage to carry out a set of rituals that take place in and around Makkah every year, at least once in their lives. Therefore, each year Islam’s holiest city is host to millions of pilgrims, or Hajjis, from around the world

The Caribbean is teeming with beautiful islands with white sandy beaches, but few are as welcoming, friendly and environmentally conscious as Aruba

For vacationers in Aruba, high-ranking De Palm Tours focuses all its efforts on ensuring there is something for everyone

The jewel of the Caribbean

La Bandera, sancocho and various traditional sweets are part of the Dominican gastronomic identity.

Dominican Republic occupies two-thirds of the western part of Isla de La Española, which it shares with the Republic of Haiti and is the second largest island in the Caribbean, with an area of 48,198 square kilometres

Dominican Republic has set for itself objectivesbased on the UN’s Millenium Development Goals

The favourite golf destination of the former US Presidents Bill Clinton and George HW Bush, the Dominican Republic has become one of the most fashionable spots for golf fans from all over the world. Here, golfers can enjoy 28 golf courses, more than at any other destination in the Caribbean, many of which are beside the sea and beautiful coconut plantations. You will also find courses designed by golf legends such as Pete Dye, PB Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones Sr, Gary Player, Tom Fazio, Nick Faldo, Nick Price and Greg Norman.

In the Dominican Republic, visitors can enjoy a wide range of water sports, nature, gastronomy and even organise events such as weddings.

President Danilo Medina’s National Strategic Plan to boost the number of tourists to 10 million by 2022is encouraging massive investment in the creation and refurbishment of infrastructure, mainly at tourist resorts all over the country

Guayaquil authorities have regenerated the seafront area at Puerto El Morro

Guayaquil’s treasures

Guayaquil’s treasures

Guayaquil’s treasures

Shaking the dust from its shoulders, Erbil is now hailed as a prime destination for both business and pleasure

Casa de Campo is a multi-award winning luxury golf resort set amidst unspoilt countryside. A true golfers’ paradise...

Nestled in the heart of the government area of Lagos is Southern Sun Ikoyi, part of Africa's leading hotel group, Tsogo Sun

The world’s two longest reigning monarchies showing stronger bonds than ever

Real socioeconomic development rooted in a firm belief in self-sufficiency and pioneering people-centric principles

A true pioneer and visionnaire for the social development of the Thai kingdom, His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s work and dedication have set an example for leaders around the world

Qatar strives to develop the nation’s potential whilst maintaining culture at the nation’s core, thereby blending modernity with traditions

The purpose-built cultural village of Katara has already hosted various high-profile events and spurred many Qatari organisations to set up there

Maitha Al Mahrouqi, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Tourism, is building global awareness among the travel and tourism trade, media and consumers

Muscat is home to one of the region's most successful and beautiful developments: The Wave