Ajman named Middle East’s best emerging tourism destination for 2026

Ajman has been recognized as the Middle East's Best Emerging Tourism Destination for 2026 at the World Travel Awards. This accolade underscores Ajman's growing prominence in the regional and international tourism landscape, signaling a significant boost to the emirate's tourism sector. The award is a testament to Ajman's strategic efforts to enhance its appeal as a tourism destination, leveraging its diverse offerings ranging from natural attractions to rich cultural experiences.

The recognition comes as Ajman has been actively working to expand its tourism offerings, capitalizing on its coastline, heritage sites, and other attractions. This move aligns with the broader tourism strategy of the emirate, which seeks to attract more visitors by showcasing its unique blend of scenic beauty and historical significance.

The World Travel Awards, which acknowledge excellence across the global travel, tourism, and hospitality industries, has bestowed this honor upon Ajman, reflecting its commitment to becoming a premier tourism destination in the region.

Ajman's Masfout village was previously named the best tourist village in the world for 2025, further highlighting the emirate's reputation for quality and excellence in tourism. Additionally, Ajman was ranked as the second safest city globally in 2025, adding to its appeal as a safe and attractive destination for tourists. The UAE as a whole has also emerged as a top global destination for winter tourism, witnessing a record number of visitors, further cementing Ajman's position among the region's leading tourism destinations.