Flights between Sanandaj, Kurdistan Region of Iraq proposed to strengthen tourism

TEHRAN – Moslem Shojaei, the director of marketing and foreign tourism development at Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, has announced promising outcomes from Iran’s recent tourism roadshow held in Sulaymaniyah, the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

Aerial tourism to gain momentum in Hormozgan province

TEHRAN – Hormozgan’s tourism chief has announced plans to expand the province’s aerial tourism infrastructure through private sector investment.

Flydubai lands on Kish Island to open new tourism horizons

TEHRAN - Flydubai has launched its flight to Kish, marking a significant step in the island’s goal to expand its international connections and boost tourism.

Kish Island targets foreign tourists with new debit cards

TEHRAN - Kish Island is set to enhance its appeal to international tourists with the introduction of some new initiatives, according to the CEO of the Kish free zone organization.

Iran’s Police seize 150k liters of smuggled fuel on Kish Island

TEHRAN- The police chief on Kish Island reported the seizure of over 150,000 liters of smuggled fuel.

Kish Island’s tourism sector goes digital with new platform

TEHRAN - Kish Island has launched a new platform to enhance tourism services, as announced by the Kish Free Zone Organization’s CEO.

International Day of World Indigenous Peoples celebrated

TEHRAN –The International Day of the World Indigenous Peoples was celebrated on Tuesday in the Persian Gulf island of Kish, IRNA reported.

IFBB Championship: opportunity to put some spark into Island’s tourism

TEHRAN - Kish Island is set to host the World Bodybuilding Championships 2024 in late September, an event expected to highlight the island’s tourism capabilities on the international stage.

Kish pushes to boost off-season tourism with increased flights

TEHRAN - In a bid to invigorate summer tourism, the Kish Free Zone Organization is partnering with private tour operators to significantly increase the number of flights to the island, according to a local official.

Harireh ancient city on the brink of ICESCO recognition

TEHRAN – Harireh ancient city, situated on Kish Island, is set to secure its place on the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s list, before this year is out.

Iran calls for Russian partnerships in tourism development

TEHRAN - The Iranian Ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali, has extended an invitation to Russian firms to invest in Iran's tourism infrastructure.

Iran to launch sea services linking major islands to Dubai and Oman

TEHRAN - Iran is set to launch new marine services connecting the Islands of Kish and Qeshm to Dubai and Oman in the Persian Gulf.

Chefs de cuisine to convene at Kish expo

TEHRAN – As the countdown to the Kish International Tourism Exhibition has started, some Iranian chefs are invited to participate to enrich the event.

Iran emerges as potential destination for Russian tourists

TEHRAN - In a bid to position itself as a top tourist spot for Russians, Iran has been implementing several measures to ease travel and enhance accessibility.

Kish Island flourishes as tourist, investment magnets

TEHRAN - The CEO of the Kish Free Zone Organization has announced a tenfold year-on-year increase in the arrival of foreign tourists on the coral Island during the last Persian year [Mar. 2023-Mar. 2024].

Kish Island to showcase tourism strengths at intl. expo

TEHRAN – Kish Island, renowned for its vibrant tourism ecosystem, is set to host a tourism exhibition, aiming to showcase Iran’s comprehensive tourism to the world.

Iran free zones to draw 3.5m inbound tourists by year’s end

TEHRAN – In an attempt to attract both domestic and inbound tourists, Iran’s free zones have set sights on witnessing the arrival of more than three million inbound explorers along with millions of domestic travelers before this Persian year is out.

85,000 people underpin Hormozgan’s reputation as a living museum of handicrafts

TEHRAN – Hormozgan province is home to over 85,000 craftspeople who have inherited ancient skills from their ancestors.

Ten heritage museums to be constructed on Kish Island

TEHRAN – The Kish Free Zone Organization (KFZO) is scheduled to construct ten museums in a bid to enrich the cultural landscape of the choral island in the Persian Gulf.

Kish island to launch tourism consortium

TEHRAN - In a bid to bolster sustainable tourism, the CEO of the Kish Free Zone Organization has announced the formation of a special consortium dedicated to travel affairs.

Over 750,000 holidaymakers visit Qeshm Island

TEHRAN - Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf hosted more than 750,000 travelers who explored its breathtaking landscapes and cultural attractions during the Persian New Year holiday period.

Hundreds of watercraft to elevate sea travels to/from Hormozgan province

TEHRAN – As Nowruz [Persian New Year] holidays draw near, Hormozgan’s Director-General of the Ports and Maritime announced that 607 watercrafts are ready to transport passengers during the two-week holiday.

Qanats in Kish Island made national heritage

TEHRAN - In a move to preserve the rich historical heritage of Kish Island, three centuries-old qanats have been officially registered as national treasures.

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Iran seeks ICESCO heritage status for Harireh

TEHRAN – Iran has nominated Harireh, a ruined ancient town in the Persian Gulf, for possible inclusion on the intangible cultural heritage register of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.

Over 2,500 tourism projects worth $7.4 billion underway in Iran, minister says

TEHRAN—More than 2,500 tourism-related projects worth 3.7 quadrillion rials ($7.4 billion) are currently underway across Iran, the tourism minister said on Wednesday.

Hormuz Island still under-the-radar destination

TEHRAN—Hormuz Island in the Persian Gulf is still an under-the-radar destination for many potential sightseers, a local official has said.