Tourism
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Iraqi Airways Operates 1,917 Flights in September 2025
The General Company of Iraqi Airways has announced its operational performance for September 2025, revealing that the national carrier operated 1,917 scheduled flights, transporting a total of 271,075 passengers across domestic, regional, and international destinations. Engineer Monaf Abdul Moneim, General Manager of Iraqi Airways, stated that these results stem from…
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Baghdad Wins Bid to Host Global Expo 2029 Garden
Baghdad has been chosen to host Expo 2029 Garden, following a vote at the 77th Annual Congress of the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) in Ghent, Belgium. The Iraqi capital’s bid won over proposals from Thailand, Malaysia, Argentina, and Australia. Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani commended Iraq’s representatives, who…
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Exploring Bahdinan Gate, Gateway to Amadiya’s Citadel
High in the mountains of Iraqi Kurdistan sits the town of Amadiya (Amedi), built on a flat plateau surrounded by cliffs. For centuries, people could enter the town through just two main gates. Today, only one remains: the Bahdinan Gate, also called the Mosul Gate. This gate is more than…
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Duhok’s Leading Shopping and Leisure Destination
Nestled between the Bekhair and Zaiwa mountain ranges lies the city of Duhok, northern Iraq. The Duhok Family Mall, developed in 2013 by the Darin Group, one of the region’s leading firms, has become a vibrant staple in Duhok. Covering over 102,000 square metres, the mall blends retail, leisure, and…
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Discover Enishke Cave: Duhok’s Hidden Gem for Tourists
In the city of Duhok, northern Iraq, sits the Enishke Cave. One of the largest caves in Iraq, nestled beside the mountains of Sarsing, its rock formation is nearly 7,000 years old. Once a religious site, this ancient cave has been reimagined into a unique restaurant, combining nature, history and…
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Why Iraqi Masgouf Should Be on Every Food Traveller’s Bucket List
The famous Iraqi fish dish, Masgouf, is more than just a grilled fish… It’s a symbol of Iraqi identity and hospitality. Dating back to Mesopotamian times, the dish celebrates an abundance of fish caught from the Tigris and Euphrates river. Made using freshwater fish such as carp, Masgouf is traditionally…
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British Influencer Jay Palfrey on Iraq’s Hidden Beauty
Once the cradle of Mesopotamian civilisation, modern day Iraq often becomes an overlooked tourist destination in global narratives. Today, Iraq is steadily gaining recognition for its rich cultural history and warm hospitality. Since his first visit in 2021, British travel influencer Jay Palfrey has returned to Iraq over ten times.…
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Cultural Ties Strengthened in Paris
This week, the Iraqi Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, Dr. Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, officially inaugurated the Iraqi Cultural Centre in Paris. Amongst the event attendees was Iraq’s Ambassador to France, Dr. Wadih Al-Batti. Established under the direction of the Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, the centre hopes to strengthen…
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Iraq Halts Visa on Arrival for Several Countries
The Iraqi Ministry of Interior has announced a significant change to its visa policy, discontinuing the issuance of visas on arrival for citizens of several countries, effective from 2 March 2025. The affected countries include: United States of America China Russia United Kingdom Australia South Korea Japan New Zealand Switzerland…
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Rewriting Iraq’s Story: Interview with Travel Content Creator Paulina Weis
In an era where Iraq is often portrayed through the lens of conflict and instability, Luxembourg native Paulina Weis embarked on a journey to challenge these narratives. Through a combination of personal curiosity and the influence of Iraqis in her own community, Weis was drawn to the rich history, culture,…
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