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Malay Mail
3 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Da Nang to target luxury tourism from Dubai's elite
The inaugural Emirates flight to Da Nang received a ceremonial welcome. Sun World Ba Na Hills continually unveiling a diverse range of performances and attractions throughout the year. DA NANG, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2025 -Emirates, recently named a global leader in aviation by Forbes Travel Guide 2025, is the largest airline in the Middle East with over 4,100 flights each week from Dubai International Airport to more than 140 cities across 80 new direct route to Da Nang is a gateway for billionaires from one of the wealthiest regions on earth to access Vietnam's central coast, carrying immense spending power. It also facilitates the arrival of high-end travellers from Europe and the Americas, as Dubai ranks among the world's busiest international transit to the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Da Nang, as of April 2025, over 13,000 visitors from Middle Eastern countries had arrived in the city. This figure represents 0.73 percent of total international visitors, with most travellers coming from Iran, Israel and Turkey. With the new Emirates route now in operation, this number is expected to rise sharply, potentially adding trillions of Vietnamese dong in tourism revenue to the local recent years, Da Nang has made notable progress in diversifying into new high-potential markets. With a keen focus on growth, the city is extending its tourism outreach to areas including the Middle East and Central Asia. Charter flights to Da Nang have already launched from several cities, including Astana and Almaty in Kazakhstan, with seven airlines offering 10 weekly flights from April to October 2025. Centrum-Air Airways is also operating a weekly service from Tashkent, to Tran Chi Cuong, Vice Chairman of the Da Nang People's Committee, the launch of the Emirates Dubai–Da Nang route reduces the travel gap between Da Nang and major global markets such as the Middle East, Europe, North America and Africa. It also helps to strengthen tourism development and opens new avenues for trade, investment, and cultural serve high-end tourists, a destination must offer diverse experiences and premium resorts. Travelers from the Middle East are increasingly seeking new places to explore beyond the typical Southeast Asian favourites like Thailand, Indonesia and Singapore. It's a prime opportunity for Da Nang, a city that combines natural beauty with world-class hospitality services, to welcome this affluent May 2025, Da Nang had around 1,290 tourist accommodations, including 111 four and five-star hotels. InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, Premier Village Danang Resort, Novotel Danang Premier Han River and Mercure Danang French Village Ba Na Hills, along with international brands such as Hyatt, Sheraton and Marriott which are favoured by Middle Eastern city boasts 16 tourist sites, with top destinations like Sun World Ba Na Hills and its iconic Golden Bridge, Da Nang Downtown and Than Tai Mountain Hot Spring Park drawing global attention. Golf tourism is another asset for Da Nang. The city features three international-standard golf courses. Ba Na Hills Golf Club, a masterpiece designed by golf legend Luke Donald and managed by IMG, which lauded as Asia's Best Golf Course five Nang is embracing Halal tourism, to make Middle Eastern guests feel at home. This travel model respects the religious and cultural practices of Muslim travellers, has become a core part to serve this market. Currently, the city has nearly 30 restaurants and eateries offering Halal-certified or Muslim-friendly cuisine. Among them, Halal Indrapura and Bharata Restaurant at Sun World Ba Na Hills, have received official Halal Vu Quynh Anh, Deputy CEO of Sun Group and CEO of Sun Hospitality & Entertainment Group, said:By establishing itself on the Emirates flight map, Da Nang has taken a strategic step forward in tapping into the Middle Eastern tourism market. This new air route is not only a catalyst for tourism growth but also a gateway for expanding trade, investment and cultural cooperation, said Truong Thi Hong Hanh, Director of the Da Nang Department of Culture, Sports and #DaNang #Sungroup The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Irish Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- Irish Times
‘Arts' dropped from department's title after series of renamings following Coalition shake-up
Arts has been dropped from the name of a Government department as part of series name changes in recent days to reflect a shake-up of their responsibilities following the formation of the new Coalition. The old Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media is now known as the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport. The Tourism and Gaeltacht responsibilities now come under the remit of the, now renamed, Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment and the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht. Those functions officially transferred on June 1st. READ MORE Asked about the dropping of the word 'Arts' from the Department's name – and whether this signalled any downgrading of priorities in this area – a spokeswoman said: 'The title Department of Culture, Communications and Sport more succinctly captures the full remit of the Department. 'The word Culture includes the Arts and is a common term used in the title of equivalent Ministries in the EU, noting also that EU Ministers meet at the Education, Youth, Culture and Sports Council.' She also said: 'It should be noted that a previous format of the Department was the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.' The old Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications is now known as the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment. The Department of Justice is now called the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, reflecting a significant change in function with the responsibility for housing asylum seekers transferring from the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth . It is now known as the Department of Children, Disability and Equality. A Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration spokesman said the order changing its title took effect on Thursday. The transfer of functions from the Department of Children took effect on May 1st and 'this included responsibility for all aspects of international protection accommodation, Ukraine accommodation and integration'.
The Independent
25-03-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Museums and libraries to receive £30m in funding for repairs and upgrades
Museums and libraries are to receive £30 million in government funding from the Department Of Culture, Media And Sport (DCMS) for maintenance repairs and upgrades to their buildings. The funding, which institutions will be able to apply for in May, comes after Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy announced the £270 million Arts Everywhere Fund in February, which aims to support economic growth and increase opportunities in the sector. The latest initiative aims to keep museums and libraries accessible so they can 'continue to tell the story of our nation's rich history and providing spaces for people from all walks of life to access books, work and learn'. Libraries will be entitled to £5.5 million of funding, while museums in England will be able to apply for a share of £25 million, with grants valued from £50,000 to £5 million to be made available. Arts minister Sir Chris Bryant said: 'Local museums are the storytellers of our nation's rich history and creative heritage, providing precious civic spaces that attract millions of visitors every year. 'Whilst public libraries play a key role in communities by providing access to spaces where everyone can work and learn. 'Our Plan For Change will support these vital institutions to boost opportunity for all. 'I'm delighted that this investment into museums and libraries will fund repairs and upgrades to their infrastructure, improving the experience for visitors and ensuring they can be enjoyed for generations to come.' Arts Council England chief executive Darren Henley added: 'Museums and libraries are cherished cultural spaces in villages, towns and cities across the country where people come together, share ideas and make discoveries. 'This new investment in museums and libraries will help secure their future for years to come'. The Libraries Improvement Fund (LIF) will open for expressions of interest on May 6, followed by the Museum Estate And Development Fund (MEND) which will open for expressions of interest on May 12.
