Marriott Bonvoy, Ethiopian Airlines partner to enhance loyalty rewards

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s travel programme, and Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline and a Star Alliance member, have announced a partnership allowing members to earn and redeem points and miles across both hotel stays and flights.

Two-thirds of UAE, Saudi travellers trust AI to book accommodation: report

Thu, 27 Nov 2025

Nearly three-quarters of travellers (72%) say they have used AI to plan or research a holiday (77% in the UAE and 68% in KSA). Over a fifth (23%) say they use it “all the time” (24% in the UAE and 22% in KSA), according to Marriott Bonvoy’s 2026 Ticket to Travel Report.

Vintage Grand Hotel joins Marriott Bonvoy portfolio

Wed, 26 Nov 2025

Vintage Grand Hotel joins the Marriott portfolio, becoming the area’s only five-star hotel and the first Marriott-branded hotel and executive apartments in the community.