The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has entered into a new collaborative agreement with Petra National Trust (PNT), to build a platform fostering greater understanding and appreciation of cultural heritage, especially amongst today’s youth. RCU, as the custodian of AlUla’s cultural landscape and heritage, will work closely with experts from PNT on the transfer of knowledge and skills across critical areas including informal learning techniques, the interpretation of cultural heritage and storytelling across key historical sites, and making history accessible and engaging within their respective communities and youth populations.

In a celebration of La Dolce Vita, the inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma presented by UBS, will be hosted between April 24-27, 2025. This event will be an exclusive collector car concours set against the backdrop of historical Rome, promising the very best in Italian design, hospitality and lifestyle. This three-day homage to Italian automotive craftsmanship and heritage will bring together fifty of the rarest and most significant historic Italian automobiles, many from private collections. Uniquely, Anantara Concorso Roma will feature only Italian cars including iconic Italian-born marques such as Alfa Romeo, Bugatti, Ferrari, Lancia, Lamborghini, Maserati and Pagani.  

Top chefs from across the UAE are coming under the spotlight at the region’s first Sustainable Cook-off contest, taking place currently at Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, from September 30 to October 2. The Sustainable Cook-off is themed ‘The Sustainable 7 Emirates’, with a focus on fresh produce from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Ajman and Sharjah. The Emirates Culinary Guild and UAE Restaurants Group is partnering with FreshOnTable to source and secure the local ingredients, which include Manchego cheese, honey, sea bream, exotic mushrooms and edible flowers.

Etihad Airways has signed on to be the Official Front of Shirt Sponsor of Mumbai City FC in a multi-year partnership starting from the 2024-25 season. The move demonstrates Etihad’s continued commitment to the Indian market and Mumbai City’s profile as one of the top-performing professional sports teams in India having won two Indian Super League titles and two Indian Super League Cups. 

The critically acclaimed ‘Ancient Kingdoms Festival’ will headline the AlUla Moments schedule for over three weeks from November 7-30, 2024 – bringing history to life like never before throughout its 24-day third edition. Following the immense popularity of previous editions in 2022 and 2023, this year’s edition will captivate, celebrate, and elevate AlUla as the heart of the ancient Incense Road – with a sensational series of immersive experiences and breathtaking events in store. From night-time explorations to live entertainment, day-time adventures to activities for all ages; visitors will access a rare window into AlUla’s cultural tapestry with modern and dynamic perspectives on its vast history spanning thousands of years.

The Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC) marked its 8th anniversary on September 9, 2024, celebrating its evolution into Oman’s leading events and exhibitions hub. Over the past eight years, the OCEC has solidified its position as the Sultanate’s premier venue, hosting over 250 international and local events annually and welcoming thousands of delegates from around the world. To commemorate this milestone, a series of staff activities were organised at the OCEC. As a subsidiary of the successful OMRAN Group, OCEC has played a pivotal role in the development of the Madinat Al Irfan area.

Danat Al Ain Resort recently welcomed over 300 guests, including athletes, coaches, and officials, for the highly anticipated ASBC Asian Junior & Schoolboys & Schoolgirls Boxing Championships Al Ain 2024. Organized by the UAE Boxing Federation, the event featured participants from 26 countries, including Kazakhstan, India, Uzbekistan, UAE, and Thailand, with over 450 junior and school-age boxers competing across 56 weight categories.

Radisson Hotel Group expands its footprint in Jordan with the signing of two new properties: Radisson Collection Residence, Amman Abdoun, and Radisson RED Amman Downtown. This significant development underscores the Group’s commitment to growth in key markets and the expansion of its core brands. Radisson Collection Residence, Amman Abdoun, is scheduled to open in 2028. The newly built property will feature 128 keys, including 18 two-bedroom apartments. Radisson RED Amman Downtown is also set to open in 2028. It features 197 keys, including seven suites and six two-bedroom apartments.