Middle East tourism is surging with the region recording a 15% increase in international visitors in the first quarter of 2023, compared to the same period in 2019, potentially making it the fastest-growing travel region globally. This positive trend is bringing optimism to the travel industry; however, threats like global inflation, rising oil prices, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict could potentially disrupt the recovery. The challenge now is for destinations to maintain this growth momentum and translate it into future travel. The solution may lie in effective digital marketing strategies that leverage relevant data to inform and drive marketing decisions.