August 2016
National Law Review: United States Loosens Restrictions on Non-US Carrier Flights to Iran
OFAC General License Loosens Restrictions on Non-US Carrier Flights to Iran
US government authorizes non-US airlines to fly US origin aircraft into Iran for stays of up to 72 hours, activity which was previously prohibited under the ITSR without a specific OFAC license
July 2016
The Sydney Morning HeraldPostcard from Iran: a historic gem hidden by Western misperceptions
Postcard from Iran: a historic gem hidden by Western misperceptions
Postcard from Iran: a historic gem hidden by Western misperceptions
Despite its evil image, Iran is probably the safest place to visit in the Middle East.
Aljazeera.com: Tourism on the rebound in Iran
Tourism on the rebound in Iran
More visitors have been exploring Iran since last year’s landmark nuclear deal and the lifting of sanctions.
Source: www.aljazeera.com/news/2016/07/tourism-rebound-iran-160713135001016.html
June 2016
Travel Pulse: Destination Iran: Alexander + Roberts Opens a New Frontier
Destination Iran: Alexander + Roberts Opens a New Frontier
Pioneering American travel company that created the Cold War era tour to the Soviet Union has offered a tour to Iran for the first time.
Source: www.travelpulse.com/news/tour-operators/destination-iran-alexander-roberts-opens-a-new-frontier.html
February 2016
Curbed.com: Iranian Modern Architecture – An Introduction to Incredible Buildings
Iranian Modern Architecture: An Introduction to Incredible Buildings
Iran’s cultural heritage includes modern architecture, from stunning Modernist structures built during the reign of Shah Reza Pahlavi that showcase vernacular styles and Islamic tradition, as well as a new generation of contemporary designs and styles.
Source: www.curbed.com/2016/2/16/11028592/iran-architecture-modern-tehran
NYT: Sanctions Lifted, American Tourists Head to Iran
Tour operators say the demand has been so acute that they are racing to add new departures and selling them in record time.
Source: www.nytimes.com/2016/02/14/travel/iran-tourism-sanctions.html
CNN: 35 incredibly beautiful reasons to visit Iran
35 stunning photos of the most beautiful places in Iran
With international sanctions on their way out, the world is running out of excuses not to visit Iran.
One look at this collection of images is going to pile on even more pressure to get there quick.
Source: edition.cnn.com/2016/02/11/travel/iran-beautiful-places/index.html
January 2016
The Daily Beast: Could Iran Become the Next Dubai, an Aviation Superpower?
Tehran had always been an optimal location on the air routes linking Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
http://www.thedailybeast.com/could-iran-become-the-next-dubai-an-aviation-superpower
December 2015
National Geographic Traveller: Iran on The Cool List for 2016
The Cool List: 16 for 2016
New tours, a reopened UK embassy in Tehran and sanctions relief mean bright prospects for tourism to Iran. The country’s future as a tourist destination seemed bleak several years ago but since an accord was signed last July to curb Iran’s nuclear activities in return for sanctions relief, this desert flower looks set to blossom.
Source: www.natgeotraveller.co.uk/smart-travel/features/the-2016-cool-list/
May 2015
Al MonitorIran’s tourism industry scrambles to catch up with demand
Iran’s tourism industry scrambles to catch up with demand
As Iranian President Hassan Rouhani improves relations with the West, Iranian officials announce they will build more hotels to meet the expected demand of foreign tourists.
Source: www.al-monitor.com/pulse/originals/2015/04/iran-hotels-tourism-esfahan-shiraz.html