Hospitality veteran Mounir Amer retires after five decades of excellence
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
St. Regis, Sheraton and Four Points by Sheraton Kuwait have announced the retirement of Mounir Amer, a veteran of the hospitality industry and ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai M Square Hotel & Residences donates clothes
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Embracing the true spirit of the holy month of Ramadan, DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai M Square Hotel & Residences has donated 26 boxes of clot ...
flydubai resumes direct flights to Italian city Pisa
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
Dubai low-cost carrier flydubai has announced the resumption of direct flights between the Italian city of Pisa and Dubai International Airport ...
Global passenger demand growth slows slightly in February
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
The global passenger demand rose 5.6% in February when compared to the same period last year, according to a report by the International Air Tr ...
British Airways adds more flights on Riyadh-London sector
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
Flag-carrier British Airways has announced that it is improving connectivity between Saudi Arabia and UK by increasing its Riyadh to London Hea ...
Gulf Air launches debut flights to London Gatwick Airport
Sun, 30 Mar 2025
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, celebrated the inaugural flight of its new direct route from Bahrain International Ai ...
Fairmont unveils five new openings across Asia
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor, is launching five new openings across Asia. The luxury hospitality brand focuses on personalised ...
IHG Hotels & Resorts signs first Garner Hotels in Scotland
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has announced the signing of the 195-room Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh, marking the brand’s debut in S ...
Rotana joins Global Hotel Alliance
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
Rotana, a leading hotel management company in the Middle East, has joined the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the largest alliance of independent ...
Marriott, Mullen Real Estate to open a JW Marriott in Costa Rica
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
Marriott International has signed an agreement with Mullen Real Estate Capital to bring the JW Marriott brand to the shores of Costa Elena, an ...
IHG returns luxury InterContinental brand to Cambodia
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is working with Peninsula Bay Investment to return InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, one of the largest int ...
Marriott, PathSpot partnered on kitchen hygiene
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
Marriott International has partnered with PathSpot Technologies to develop a real-time hygiene management and digital kitchen system.
DXB set to welcome 3.6m guests over Eid holiday peak
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
Dubai International (DXB) is bracing for a holiday surge unlike any other, with more than 3.6 million guests in total expected to pass through ...
ADA, Archer to deploy first 'Midnight' electric aircraft
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
Abu Dhabi Aviation Group (ADA) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Archer Aviation to deploy the first fleet of its M ...
Leela Palace New Delhi recognised by World’s 50 Best Discovery Hotels
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
The Leela Palace New Delhi has been recognised on the World's 50 Best Discovery hotels list, a global platform that celebrates the best res ...
Heritance Aarah in Maldives invites guests for Eid getaway
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
Heritage Aarah Maldives is offering a Eid Al-Fitr experience on the serene Raa Atoll island. The resort's exclusive seaplane lounge welcome ...
Germany reveals sustainable holiday experiences
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
As GCC travellers increasingly seek mindful and meaningful holidays, Germany offers a refreshing mix of nature, wellness, and low-impact experi ...
Sunlife Mauritius revolutionises experiential travel for GCC guests
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
Sunlife Mauritius, renowned for its exceptional hospitality from Sunrise to Set, is redefining luxury travel for Middle Eastern guests with tra ...
DFRE announces citywide Eid festivities in Dubai
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
As part of the Eid in Dubai campaign organised by Brand Dubai, the arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, in collaboration with gov ...
Maison de Haute Pâtisserie opens at Four Seasons at Pearl-Qatar
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl-Qatar is introducing Nicolas Rouzaud, Maison de Haute Pâtisserie, a signature haute pâ ...
Jordan's Interior Ministry unveils new tourism measures
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
The Ministry of Interior has introduced a series of measures aimed at facilitating entry into Jordan to boost tourism and investment, as part o ...
Travelex launches Travelex Plus customer loyalty scheme
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
Leading foreign exchange brand Travelex has launched Travelex Plus – a new loyalty scheme that offers its customers a lifetime of exclusi ...
Jovial Travels debuts to offer luxury holidays across Mideast
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
Utravel, a leading travel agency in the GCC region, has announced the launch of Jovial Travels, a dedicated B2C subsidiary focused on crafting ...
Dubai's Great Online Sale starts tomorrow
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
Dubai's Great Online Sale returns from March 27-30, offering up to 95% off discounts on a four-day shopping spree.
Omans’s tourism sector on track to create 500,000 jobs by 2040
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
Oman’s tourism sector is poised for significant growth, with plans to create over 500,000 jobs and attract investments totalling around O ...
96,600 people visit Oman’s Damaniyat Islands in 2024
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
The number of visitors to Damaniyat Islands Nature Reserve in Oman amounted to 96,625 in 2024 compared to 71, 263 visitors in 2023, reported Ti ...
One&Only Moonlight Basin starts accepting reservations
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
One&Only Moonlight Basin, located in Big Sky, Montana, is set to open its first resort and Private Homes in the Us on November 18 and is no ...
Four Seasons Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru introduces Landaa Estate
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru has announced that the four-bedroom Landaa Estate is now available for bookings, offering a sa ...
Dusit International expands in Philippines
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a hotel management agreement with Prime ...
Saudi GACA reports 147 civil aviation violations in Q1
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), represented by the committee responsible for reviewing violations of Civil Aviat ...
UN Tourism launches investment guidelines for Namibia
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
UN Tourism has presented its “Tourism Doing Business” guidelines, focused on the opportunities for international investors in Namibia ...
India expands its presence at Arabian Travel Market
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
India's tourism industry is experiencing growth due to rising disposable incomes, a widening middle class, and improved global connectivity ...
Park Rotana Abu Dhabi introduces recycled water initiative
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
Park Rotana Abu Dhabi has announced sustainability initiative with the launch of its in-house water treatment and glass bottling facility.
Wingie reveals key destinations for Eid holiday
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
Wingie, a leading online travel marketplace in the MENA region, has identified key destinations due to an increase in travel demand for Eid al-Fi ...
Hilton brings Signia brand to Egypt for first time
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
Hilton has announced the signing of Signia by Hilton Cairo Skywalk and Signia by Hilton Residences Cairo Skywalk in partnership with Skywalk De ...
Ozen Collection invites guests to elevate their Eid with wellness
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
The Ozen Collection, a luxury hospitality leader in the Maldives, invites guests to elevate their Eid holidays with its offering of wellness expe ...
SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection introduce sober spirits
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton at CROSSROADS Maldives have introduced Sober Spirits, a range of premium alcohol-free distilled ...
Minor Hotels reveals new masterbrand strategy focused on guests
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
Minor Hotels has unveiled its evolution into a guest-facing masterbrand and reinforced its commitment to creating innovative and insightful hos ...
QIC expects Eid travel surge as more travellers secure insurance
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
Qatar Insurance Company (QIC), a leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, expects a significant increase in outbound travel during the Eid ...
Vatel Bahrain wins 'Best Vatel School of the Year 2025' award
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
Vatel Bahrain was awarded the 'Best Vatel School of the Year 2025', a prestigious award given to the institution from among 50 Vatel camp ...
TBO Holidays playing key role in Qatar Eid celebrations
Mon, 24 Mar 2025
As Qatar gears up for Ramadan celebrations, TBO Holidays is playing a pivotal role in strengthening the destination’s appeal by equipping ...
Armani Milano joins Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ Legend Collection
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
Armani Hotel Milano, a luxury boutique hotel in Milan, has joined Preferred Hotels & Resorts' Legend Collection. A collaboration ...
WSTHA, Fresh On Table partner for a carbon-neutral experience
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA) has announced a strategic partnership with Fresh On Table, the leading AgriTech ...
Msheireb Downtown sees 30pc rise in visitors during Ramadan
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
Msheireb Downtown Doha experienced an unprecedented surge in visitors and cultural engagement during Ramadan, with footfall and participation f ...
Emirates boosts flight schedule ahead of Eid Al Fitr
Mon, 24 Mar 2025
Emirates is gearing up for a busy travel period for Eid Al Fitr by deploying an additional 17 flights to destinations in the Middle East/GCC fr ...
Global Hotel Alliance showcases India’s luxury hospitality
Mon, 24 Mar 2025
As India’s luxury travel sector experiences unprecedented growth, Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) and two of its hotel brands – The Leela ...
Rotana ranks in top 5pc for workplace excellence in hospitality
Mon, 24 Mar 2025
Rotana, a hotel management company, has been ranked among the top 5% of companies in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure sector in the latest ...
Leela Palaces receives Travel + Leisure Global Vision Award 2025
Mon, 24 Mar 2025
The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has been named a Global Vision Honoree in Travel + Leisure's 2025 Global Vision Awards. < ...
Chedi Hospitality plans residences, new hotel brand
Mon, 24 Mar 2025
Chedi Hospitality has unveiled its refreshed brand identity, outlining ambitious plans to reinvigorate its portfolio. ...
Canopy by Hilton Seychelles launches hotel apartments, dining
Mon, 24 Mar 2025
Canopy by Hilton Seychelles is elevating the island experience with the launch of its new Canopy Apartments, offering spacious, stylish l ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Marjan Island unveils its revamped beach
Mon, 24 Mar 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island has reopened its private beach, offering guests a seaside escape with expanded space, upgra ...
Celebrate Eid al-Fitr in Dubai with fireworks, events
Mon, 24 Mar 2025
As the holy month of Ramadan comes to a close, Dubai is gearing up for Eid al Fitr celebration, featuring a lineup including fire ...
Malaysia Airlines to get upto 60 more Boeing planes
Sun, 23 Mar 2025
Boeing and Malaysia Aviation Group announced an order for 18 737-8 and 12 737-10 single-aisle jets to renew Malaysia Airlines' fleet with m ...
Banyan Tree invites guests to explore AlUla for Eid Al-Fitr
Sun, 23 Mar 2025
As Eid Al Fitr approaches, Banyan Tree AlUla invites guests to embrace the spirit of celebration in a truly luxurious setting, offering an exce ...
UN Tourism calls for inclusive employment, accessibility
Sun, 23 Mar 2025
UN Tourism has joined Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) to shift the mindsets of destinations and b ...
Qatar welcomes visitors this Eid with 'Entertainment on Us'
Sun, 23 Mar 2025
Qatar is launching its latest campaign, "Entertainment on Us," to provide an exceptional Eid Al-Fitr experience for visitors from acr ...
UAE nominates Al Nowais to run for UN Tourism Sec-Gen
Sun, 23 Mar 2025
Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais, Corporate Vice President – Owners’ Relationship Management at Rotana Hotel Management, has been nominated ...
Tumbi unveils first UAE property under Hilton’s Tapestry collection
Sat, 22 Mar 2025
Tumbi Hotels, a wellness-driven hospitality brand, has partnered with the Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand for the opening of its flagship p ...
Heathrow resumes ops after shutdown causes travel chaos
Sat, 22 Mar 2025
London's Heathrow Airport resumed full operations today (March 22) a day after a fire knocked out its power supply and shut Europe's bu ...
Gulf Air flights hit by London Heathrow shutdown
Fri, 21 Mar 2025
Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air has confirmed that some of its flights have been affected by the closure of London Heathrow Airport aft ...
Etihad shares vital travel tips for busy holiday season
Thu, 20 Mar 2025
With multiple holiday periods approaching from March through August, UAE national airline Etihad Airways is preparing for a significant increas ...
KlasJet expands partnership with Sundor by El Al group
Thu, 20 Mar 2025
KlasJet, a well-known exclusive private and corporate jet charter company and part of the world's largest ACMI provider, Avia Solutions Gro ...
Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Riyadh Minhal unveiled
Thu, 20 Mar 2025
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the brand conversion of Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Riyadh Minhal, marking a significant mil ...
Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah achieves Green Key certification
Thu, 20 Mar 2025
Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah recently achieved the Green Key certification, a globally recognised symbol of excellence in environmental responsib ...
Shebara Resort featured on TIME's World's Greatest Places List
Thu, 20 Mar 2025
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind the regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and Amaala, has announced that its premium resort ...
Etihad, Ethiopian launch strategic JV, new flights
Thu, 20 Mar 2025
The national airlines of the UAE and Ethiopia - Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines - have joined forces in a landmark joint venture that aim ...
Hamad International Airport opens state-of-the-art new concourses
Thu, 20 Mar 2025
Hamad International Airport (DOH), ranked as the World’s Best Airport and Airport Shopping by Skytrax 2024, has officially unveiled its C ...
Global Village launches new Ramadan experience
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
Global Village, the region’s premier multicultural family destination for entertainment, dining, shopping and attractions, is honouring t ...
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi launches Eid promotion
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, an ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, will celebrate Eid with an exclusive 20 percent two-day discount on bookings ...
Airalo, Gulf Air unite for customer value, sustainability in GCC
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
Airalo, a leading eSIM marketplace, and Gulf Air, Bahrain’s flag carrier, have announced a strategic partnership to enhance the travel ex ...
Aviation security leaders call for digital identity
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for the rapid adoption of digital identity technologies to enhance aviation secur ...
Hilton Dubai properties make key appointments
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
The Hilton Dubai Jumeirah and Hilton Dubai The Walk Cluster has appointed Bishoui Khamis as Cluster Commercial Director and Shamala Krishnan as ...
Etihad, Burjeel to promote Abu Dhabi as medical tourism hub
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Burjeel Holdings, a leading super-specialty heal ...
Arabian Travel Market to spotlight luxury travel as global demand rises
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) is set to highlight the thriving luxury tourism sector when it returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre from April 2 ...
Wego reveals UAE Ramadan travel trends and behaviours
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
Wego, a leading travel app and online marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa, has revealed Ramadan 2025 travel trends for UAE resident ...
New Marketing, PR Director appointed at Radisson Blu, Park Inn
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City, an iconic hotel situated in the heart of Dubai’s media hub and Park Inn by Radisson, Dubai Motor Ci ...
Mideast airlines' fleet to expand to 2,600 aircraft by 2035
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
The Middle East fleet of commercial airliners is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% over the next decade, accord ...
Ethiopian Airlines to launch new passenger service to Hanoi
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
Ethiopian Airlines has announced the commencement of a new four times weekly passenger service to Hanoi, Vietnam, starting from 10 July 2025.
QAIA records highest February traffic in its history
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
Airport International Group announced that Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) received 726,635 passengers (PAX) in February - the highest ...
Etihad launches new talent strategy to increase hiring of UAE nationals
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Etihad Airways has unveiled its UAE National Talent Development Strategy, a groundbreaking long-term programme aimed at developing Emirati prof ...
Gulf Air announces direct flights to Nairobi, Kenya
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, has announced plans to launch direct flights to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Keny ...
Vatel Bahrain showcases educational excellence at Ajman expo
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Vatel Bahrain, a renowned insittute offering management courses in hospitality and tourism sectors, recently presented its education and t ...
One&Only Kéa Island unveils new 4-bedroom villas
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
One&Only Kéa Island, located in the Aegean Sea, is set to open for its second season on 11 April 2025.
Badreldin teams up with IHG to launch West Cairo’s tallest towers
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Badreldin Group, a leading player in Egypt’s real estate sector, has joined hands with InterContinental Hotel Group, for the launch of West ...
Hampton appoints its first commercial manager
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island has today announced the appointment of Prasanth Janarthanan as its first Commercial Manager since the hotel ope ...
Ethiopian Airlines expands charter service with new business jet
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Ethiopian Airlines has added a Boeing 737-800 aircraft to its fleet, specifically designed for VIP and smaller group charter flights.
Swiss-Belhotel International wins leading industry awards
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Swiss-Belhotel International, a global hospitality management group with a diverse portfolio of over 150+ hotels in 20 countries, has been reco ...
Tourism Seychelles sets sights on Saudi market
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Tourism Seychelles has intensified its marketing efforts in Saudi Arabia by participating as an exhibitor at the TBO Riyadh Event, marking a si ...
Air Arabia to distribute 25pc cash dividends for FY 2024
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Sharjah-based lowcost carrier Air Arabia said its board of directors have secured approval from the shareholders for distribution of 25% cash d ...
KSA set to deliver 362,000 new hotels rooms by 2030
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Saudi Arabia is poised to develop 362,000 new hotel rooms by 2030 as part of its $110 billion hospitality sector transformation, according to d ...
Air Arabia shareholders approve 25% dividend distribution
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Air Arabia shareholders approved the distribution of 25 percent cash dividend for the financial year ending December 31, 2024 at the company&rs ...
Son Bunyola Hotel & Villas reopens with new experiences
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Sir Richard Branson's Son Bunyola Hotel & Villas, located in Mallorca's Tramuntana Mountains, has reopened with a range of new acti ...
Jordan invites GCC to explore its Unesco sites
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
The Jordan Tourism Board is welcoming visitors to experience the marvels of seven Unesco World Heritage Sites, which offer enriching experiences ...
Hilton appoints new VP of Operations for North Africa, Levant
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Hilton has appointed Alessandro Redaelli as Vice President of Operations for North Africa and Levant, based at Hilton's office in Cairo.
Etihad Airways adds third daily flight to Moscow
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Etihad Airways is strengthening its presence in Russia with a significant capacity increase on its Abu Dhabi-Moscow route, providing enhanced t ...
NCL welcomes all-new Norwegian Aqua to fleet
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the global leader in innovative cruise travel, has taken delivery of Norwegian Aqua, the 20th ship in its award-wi ...
WTTC announces Vice Chair, partners for Together in Travel initiative
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced Andrea Grisdale, Founder and CEO of IC Bellagio as Vice Chair of its new initiative ...
Wego teams up with Waves for luxury travel
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Wego, an online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa, has partnered with Waves, an app that connects users with yachts and ch ...
Wyndham opens 50 hotels, grows its pipeline by 5pc in 2024
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, one of the largest hotel franchising companies, has continued to expand its presence in Europe, the Middle East, ...
Rosewood opens its first residences in Beverly Hills
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has launched Rosewood Residences Beverly Hills, marking the brand's first standalone residential offering and ...