Hilton to double presence in Oman with trio signing
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
Hilton has announced the signing of an agreement with The Zubair Corporation to open three hotels in Muscat under the Waldorf Astoria, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and DoubleTree by Hilton brands – doubling its footprint in Oman. ...
OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI receives MICHELIN Key
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
THE OZEN COLLECTION has announced that OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI has received the MICHELIN Key, joining group of only twelve five-star resorts in the Maldives. ...
Turkish Airlines increases Abu Dhabi flights to 14 weekly
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
Turkish Airlines is further strengthening its footprint in the UAE with the introduction of two daily flights between Abu Dhabi and Istanbul. ...
Emirates tops JFK Fly Quiet Programme rankings
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
Emirates has been awarded Gold Tier recognition in New York JFK Airport's 2024 Fly Quiet Programme. Emirates’ score of 92.9 significantly outpaced other carriers flying into the airport and taking part in the programme. ...
Global Village launches 30 Seasons of Wonders Parade
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
As part of Season 30 grand celebrations with its guests, Global Village introduced the ‘30 Seasons of Wonders Parade’, a fusion of colour, lights, and rhythm, featuring floats, performers, and cultural shows. ...
Etihad Airways, Al Etihad Payments partner for Jaywan Royal Card benefits
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
Etihad Airways has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Al Etihad Payments, offering exclusive discounts on Comfort and Deluxe fares to Jaywan Royal cardholders using Jaywan debit or credit cards. ...
Mariah Carey to light up Saadiyat Nights once again
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
Mariah Carey, the elusive chanteuse and best-selling female artists of all time, has been confirmed as the latest global icon to headline the 2025–2026 edition of Saadiyat Nights, Abu Dhabi’s flagship open-air concert series on Saadiyat Island. ...
Madinah tourism sector sees strong growth in early 2025
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
In Q1 2025, Madinah Region's tourism sector saw 3,877 commercial registrations, up from 2,700 at the start of 2024. This significant growth, including hospitality and travel agencies, represents a 44.8% annual increase, according to the Al Madinah Al Munawarah Chamber. ...
Oman Air welcomes new Boeing 737 aircraft
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
Oman Air, the national carrier of Oman, welcomed its latest Boeing 737 aircraft in the distinctive oneworld livery, a symbol of global connection and the airline’s growing presence on the world stage. ...
United Hospitality Management to operate Creekside Hotel Dubai
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
United Hospitality Management (UHM), a leader in luxury and mixed-use hospitality management, has been appointed by Dubai Duty Free (DDF) to operate The Creekside Hotel which was previously managed by Jumeirah. ...
Pegasus Airlines, Iberia sign new codeshare agreement
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
Pegasus Airlines has signed a new codeshare agreement with Iberia, offering passengers more choice and convenience. ...
Virtuoso’s 2025 Chairman’s Event honours top producers
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
Virtuoso, a global network specialising in luxury and experiential travel, hosted its 2025 Chairman’s Event, a celebratory gathering to recognise its highest-performing travel agency members, from the October 14 to the 17 in Los Cabos, Mexico. ...
Tokyo invites GCC to “Old Meets New" cultural event
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government, in collaboration with the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB), is bringing the vibrant spirit of Tokyo to Abu Dhabi with a one-day cultural event titled “Tokyo Tokyo Old meets New - Come Discover the Culture of Tokyo”. ...
Hotel pipelines expand in Europe as all other regions decline
Thu, 23 Oct 2025
By Q3 2025, Europe was the only region with increased hotel construction, showing 171,589 rooms in construction (+5.2%) and 428,345 total under contract (+3.7%), according to CoStar's September data. ...
Marjan, RAK Hospitality announce landmark merger
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Marjan, the master developer of freehold properties in Ras Al Khaimah, and RAK Hospitality Holding, the government-owned investment and development arm in the Emirate, have announced a landmark strategic merger to create a unified entity operating under Marjan. ...
Mena's hospitality market will exceed $487bn by 2032
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
The value of Mena’s hospitality market is set to grow from $310 billion in 2025 to more than $487 billion by 2032, according to data released ahead of the Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World, Madinat Jumeirah Dubai, October 27-29. ...
IBTM @ ATM to return in 2026 with dedicated business events hub
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Building on the inaugural edition, IBTM @ ATM will return to Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in 2026, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 4–7 May, with a dedicated business events hub in Hall 3. ...
Abu Dhabi Calendar offers diverse line-up of events
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
The Abu Dhabi Calendar continues to deliver a diverse and dynamic line-up of events that cater to every interest, from world-class concerts and international sporting tournaments to cultural festivals and family-friendly entertainment. ...
Expo City Dubai earns highest level of sustainable tourism certification
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Expo City Dubai boasts the highest level of sustainable tourism certification available globally having become a Certified Sustainable Destination under the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), leading the way in the UAE’s commitment to putting the planet at the heart of tourism. ...
Global Village surprises travellers at DXB
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Global Village, a multicultural family entertainment destination, celebrated its 30th season by welcoming 1,000 travelers at Dubai International Airport (DXB) with themed luggage gift boxes. ...
Old Dubai's cultural food tour named top global experience for 2026
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Embarking on a cultural food tour in Old Dubai has been named as one of the top global experiences for 2026 in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel, spotlighting Dubai’s diverse culinary scene. ...
Over 5m passengers travel through Sharjah Airport in Q3 2025
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Sharjah Airport has reported robust operational growth in the third quarter of 2025, with the number of passengers rising to 5,127,120, marking a 16.7 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024, which saw 4.39 million passengers. ...
Ascott expands in Europe with seven signings across Vienna, Seville
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Ascott, the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment (CLI), has signed seven new properties through franchise and management agreements totalling nearly 1,100 units across Vienna and Seville, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing European expansion. ...
dnata, Silk Way Group launched aviation hub in Azerbaijan
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has signed a joint venture agreement with Azerbaijan’s Silk Way Group to establish ground handling and cargo operations at the new airport, Alat International Airport, in the Alat Free Economic Zone in Baku. ...
UN Tourism launches online training on tourism for rural development
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
UN Tourism has launched its first Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) on rural tourism, featuring two courses: "Product Development and Marketing for Rural Areas" and "Design Thinking for Rural Tourism Development," under the Tourism for Rural Development Programme. ...
Qatar Airways launches Red Sea flights
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Qatar Airways has marked the launch of three weekly non-stop flights to Red Sea International Airport (RSI), operated by daa International, in Saudi Arabia from Hamad International Airport (DOH). ...
AlUla Wellness Festival returns for fifth edition
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
The AlUla Wellness Festival returns for its fifth edition, promising another unforgettable season of fitness, rejuvenation, and mindfulness amid one of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes. ...
Legacy Hotels participates in FHS World 2025
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Legacy Hotels has announced its participation at the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World 2025, taking place from October 227–29 025 at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. ...
Saudi TDF wraps up Grow Tourism Accelerator with 17 startups
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
The Tourism Development Fund (TDF), Saudi Arabia’s national enabler of the tourism sector, has concluded the Grow Tourism Accelerator – Second Cohort Demo Day in Riyadh. ...
GWS will discuss future of wellness in travel, hospitality
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced that a hot topic at its conference, being held in Dubai from November 18 to 21, will be the shifting consumer desires and the best new ideas emerging in the wellness tourism space. ...
Oman Airports launches Intelligent Campus Showcase with Huawei
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
Oman Airports has launched its Intelligent Campus Showcase at Muscat International Airport, in partnership with global technology leader Huawei. ...
Saudi Tourism Authority concludes promotional tour in Gulf countries
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) concluded its promotional tour across Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and the UAE. The tour was executed in cooperation with a select group of partners from the Saudi tourism private sector. ...
Dubai unveils incentive scheme to stimulate hotel development
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism has introduced a programme to incentivise hotel development, offering 100% fee reimbursement for new establishments in high-growth areas for two years post-opening. ...
Date set for Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi opening
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi will open to the public on November 22 in Saadiyat Cultural District, marking a significant cultural milestone for the emirate. As the largest museum of its kind in the region, it represents a new global destination for science, nature, and education. ...
Tech leaders highlight AI and automation in hospitality innovation: FHS World
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
Future Hospitality Summit - FHS World, taking place in Dubai later this month, asked eight tech leaders what's next for the industry. Their answers paint a picture of an industry on the cusp of transformation, where AI, data, automation, and personalization converge, while the human touch remains essential. ...
ITB Asia 2025 sets a record with over 60,000 business appointments
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
ITB Asia 2025 has officially wrapped up, leaving a strong mark on the travel industry with over 60,000 business appointments (marking a 35% increase compared to last year), 18,000 attendees, and more than 1,500 quality buyers (marking a 7% increase compared to 2024). ...
flydubai announces seven new interline agreements
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced seven new interline agreements, bringing the carrier’s total number of interline partners to more than 40. These strategic agreements give flydubai customers access to more than 30 destinations in Europe through Greece’s flagship carrier, Aegean Airlines, and Italy’s national carrier, ITA Airways. ...
Skyscanner lists Varna, Bilbao as top 2026 picks for UAE travellers
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
Skyscanner has revealed travellers in the UAE are opting for lesser-known destinations for next year’s holidays, with Bulgaria’s Varna and Spain’s Bilbao among the top choices. ...
NBA action returns to Abu Dhabi
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
Abu Dhabi once again took centre stage in the global sporting calendar as it hosted the NBA Abu Dhabi Games, with the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers facing off in two thrilling preseason games on October 2 and October 4, at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. ...
Hospitality, travel drive global luxury market growth
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
The global luxury market has been uneven, but luxury hospitality and tourism have thrived. Bain & Company reports that while personal luxury goods declined, experience-driven sectors like travel and dining grew. In 2024, luxury hospitality reached $280 billion, with fine dining up 8% and cruises up 30%. ...
IHG partners with Al Ashraaf for Holiday Inn Cairo Al Obour
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Al Ashraaf Developments to launch Holiday Inn Cairo Al Obour. This 170-key property will be located in Al Obour City, an urban fast-growing destination northeast of Cairo. ...
Kuwait Airways launches its first AI training courses
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
Kuwait Airways organised its first training course on artificial intelligence. The course focused on fields related to public relations, marketing, and social media. ...
Qatar, Kenya Airways add codeshare flights to 19 destinations
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways are launching codeshare flights to 19 destinations, starting October 26, 2025. Kenya Airways customers can book flights from Nairobi to Doha and beyond, while Qatar Airways customers access eight destinations in Kenya. Sales begin on October 21. ...
AlUla Ancient Kingdoms Festival to kick off in November
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
AlUla The Ancient Kingdoms Festival in AlUla will run from November 20 to December 6, 2025, celebrating 200,000 years of history under the theme "Journeys Through Time." ...
Madinah tops Saudi Arabia's hotel occupancy rates
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
In the first half of 2025, the Madinah Region led Saudi Arabia in hotel occupancy rates at 74.7%. An economic report revealed an average daily rate of SAR 538 ($143.45) and revenue per available room reaching SAR 402, highlighting significant growth in tourism. ...
Ithra launches Winter Season featuring over 130 cultural events
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
The King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture (Ithra), an Aramco initiative, announces the launch of the “Ithra Winter”, held in conjunction with the recently announced Khobar Season. The season features more than 130 programmes and activities focusing on arts and cultural heritage, films, architecture, and design. ...
Amadeus, SATA partners to enhance travel offerings in UAE
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
Amadeus, a leader in travel technology, has announced a new collaboration with Sharjah Airport Travel Agency (SATA) to deliver solutions that enhance customer experiences and support SATA’s growth strategy. ...
Etihad Airways operates 300 daily passenger flights
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
Etihad Airways has reached a new milestone in its growth story, now operating 300 scheduled passenger flights per day. This is underpinned by strong growth in 2025, highlighted by an over 20% year-on-year increase in daily flights. ...
Red Sea Global wins Two Public Investment Fund Awards
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
Red Sea Global (RSG) has been recognised with two distinguished recognitions at the Public Investment Fund (PIF) PMO Awards, celebrating leadership and excellence in project management across the PIF portfolio. ...
Salalah Airport welcomes inaugural flight of Neos from Rome
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
Salalah Airport has welcomed the inaugural scheduled flight of the Italian airline Neos, arriving from Rome via Milan. This marks the launch of a direct, regular air route between the two destinations, with one flight per week during the 2025-2026 winter tourism season. ...
IATA launches Integrated Sustainability Programme
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) launched the Integrated Sustainability Programme (ISP) at the IATA World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Hong Kong. ...
Yas Bay Waterfront unveils six new openings
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
Yas Bay Waterfront in Abu Dhabi is ramping up its appeal with six new concepts and two nearing-completion beach developments. The openings are set to redefine dining and entertainment in Abu Dhabi. ...
Abu Dhabi hosts travel trade workshops in Germany
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) recently hosted a series of workshops in Frankfurt, Düsseldorf, and Berlin, designed to connect directly with the German travel trade and provide in-depth updates on the emirate’s tourism offerings. ...
Emirates celebrates 25 years of operations to Uganda
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
Emirates has celebrated 25 years of operations to Uganda. Since the inaugural flight in 2000, Emirates has transported 2.8 million passengers on 15,900 flights, connecting passengers from Uganda, with its vast global network, via Dubai. ...
More hotel investments expected as UAE's hospitality sector grows
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
Knight Frank forecasts a vibrant UAE hotel market, driven by diverse regional and international investors. The sector saw strong growth, with RevPAR and ADR rising 11.9% year-on-year. Abu Dhabi led with 24% RevPAR growth. Hotel rooms are projected to reach 235,674 by 2030. ...
King Fahd Airport earns ACI Accessibility Enhancement Accreditation
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
King Fahd International Airport in Dammam has achieved a new milestone by joining the ranks of leading global airports accredited with Level 1 Accessibility Enhancement Accreditation from Airports Council International (ACI), becoming the first airport in Saudi Arabia to receive this recognition. ...
South Al Batinah, Oman licensed tourism establishments reach 274
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
South Al Batinah Governorate, Oman has demonstrated significant growth in its tourism infrastructure, with licensed tourism establishments reaching 274 by September 2025, comprising hotels, heritage lodges, and eco-friendly accommodations. ...
FIBO Arabia's inaugural event attracts 12,399 visitors
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
The inaugural edition of FIBO Arabia, the Mena region’s international exhibition for health, fitness, and wellness, concluded last week, welcoming 12,399 regional and international visitors to the three-day showcase, which took place at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre, Saudi Arabia. ...
Arada inks construction contract for Rove Aljada complex
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
Arada has awarded the construction contract for the Rove Aljada hotel cluster, located within the AED35 billion ($9.5 billion) Sharjah megaproject. Spread across four blocks, the hotel and branded residences buildings will be completed by the end of 2027. ...
Vatel Bahrain hosts Open Day at Sofitel Zallaq Hotel
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
Vatel Bahrain hosted an Open Day at the Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa as part of its sustained efforts to enhance awareness among prospective students and their families of the academic pathways and career opportunities in hospitality and hotel management. ...
Jazeera Airways, AU sign MoU to advance academic–industry collaboration
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
Jazeera Airways has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Australian University (AU) in Kuwait, to advance academic–industry collaboration and nurture the next generation of Kuwaiti aviation leaders. ...
UFC 321 set for Abu Dhabi
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
The world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, UFC, returns to the Abu Dhabi, UAE in partnership with Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) for the highly anticipated UFC 321. ...
Emirates introduces Airbus A350, Premium Economy service in Oslo
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
Emirates has launched Airbus A350 to Oslo bringing its Premium Economy offering to Scandinavia for the first time. ...
UN Tourism launches Tourism Food for Good
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
On World Food Day, UN Tourism, TUI Care Foundation and the Centre for Resilience and Sustainable Development (CRSD) of the University of Cambridge, have launched Tourism Food for Good, a new global initiative to co-create sustainable and circular food systems across the tourism value chain. ...
NCVC invites investment in five Madinah national parks to boost ecotourism
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
The Saudi Arabia National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC) has invited investors to submit expressions of interest for investment opportunities in five national parks in Madinah Region—Alqa, Albaidha, Aba Al-Jood, Abdullah, and Al-Afrah Desert parks—as part of its effort to advance environmental and economic sustainability. ...
Saudi Arabia Railways wins UIC Award for Tourist-Friendly Trains
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
The Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has achieved a new milestone, winning the tourist-friendly long-distance category award at the inaugural International Union of Railways (UIC) TopRail Tourist-Friendly Awards. ...
Madinah Authority promotes ecotourism by highlighting bird diversity
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
Madinah Region, celebrated for its unique environment, hosts diverse resident and migratory bird species year-round, attracting ecotourism interest. The Al Madinah Region Development Authority collaborates with experts to enhance community awareness of these birds in residential areas and public parks. ...
Diriyah Season 2025–2026 kicks off celebrating heritage, authenticity of place
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
The Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) announced the calendar of events for Diriyah Season 2025–2026, a cultural and tourism initiative celebrating Diriyah’s rich heritage and historic legacy. ...
Zayed National Museum to open on December 3
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
Zayed National Museum, the national museum of the UAE located in the heart of Saadiyat Cultural District, will open to the public on 3rd December 2025. ...
Ajman's Masfout joins UN Tourism world's Best Tourism Villages Network 2025
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
Masfout in the Emirate of Ajman was announced and recognised as one of the world's Best Tourism Village (BTV) by the World Tourism Organisation (UN Tourism) during a special ceremony in Huzhou City, China. ...
Number of tourism nights across EU in 2024 increases by 2.7pc
Sun, 19 Oct 2025
In 2024, the number of nights spent in tourist accommodation establishments across the EU increased by 2.7% compared with 2023, exceeding 3 billion for the first time, according to Eurostat. ...
CruiseXplore Middle East hosts Cruise Workshop 2025
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
CruiseXplore Middle East successfully hosted its Cruise Workshop 2025 in the UAE, drawing participation from over 80 travel trade professionals across the region. The annual event, exclusively designed for travel agents and industry partners, continues to build momentum as a premier platform for cruise education, engagement, and collaboration. ...
Eurowings launches Premium BIZ Seat, expands services to Germany
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
Eurowings, part of Lufthansa Group, introduces affordable comfort on medium-haul routes with its new Premium BIZ seat, debuting in November 2025 on the Dubai-Berlin route. The airline will also expand services to Germany, adding weekly connections from Dubai to Düsseldorf and a new Abu Dhabi-Berlin route. ...
Sun Siyam receives several awards
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
At the Global Peace Hospitality Summit & Awards 2025 in Dubai, Sun Siyam Group and its Founder, Ahmed Siyam, received multiple honours, including the Golden Sail of Distinction and two Lifetime Achievement Awards. ...
GCC set to capture key share of $2trn sports tourism market
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
The GCC has established itself as a global stage for major sporting events – and now stands to capture a share of the $2 trillion global sports tourism market by 2030, according to new PwC Middle East report. ...
flynas launches first dedicated kids, family check-in service at Jeddah Airport
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
flynas, a low-cost airline, announced launching the first dedicated “Kids & Family” check-in counters at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, following the initiative recent launch at Riyadh airport. ...
IATA adds family assistance guidance to Emergency Response Manual
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched a revised Emergency Response Best Practices Handbook which, for the first time, includes detailed guidance on family assistance. ...
flydubai adds flights to Nairobi, increases Mombasa services
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced the launch of new flights to Nairobi International Airport (NBO) in Kenya, starting from October 15, 2025. The flights will operate from Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB) with a four-times-weekly service. ...
Saudi Tourism Minister approves policies to localise jobs in sector
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
Minister of Saudi Arabia Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb has approved new policies and regulations for registering workers and localising activities in licensed tourism facilities across the Kingdom. ...
FHS World presents a powerhouse programme
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
Future Hospitality Summit - FHS World has unveiled its line-up of over 200 high-level speakers and an action-packed agenda for its biggest summit to date, which will see more than 1,600 hospitality and tourism leaders descend on Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah, October 27-29. ...
Abu Dhabi Airports, Abu Dhabi Transport to advance public transport
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
Abu Dhabi Airports and Abu Dhabi Transport (ADT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen integration between air travel and the Emirate’s public transport systems. ...
Rocco Forte Hotels introduces new General Managers
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
Rocco Forte Hotels has announced the appointment of four new General Managers, with the Managing Director of Northern Italy leading the opening of the brand’s newest property, The Carlton Milan. ...
Emirates celebrates Diwali with onboard, lounge festivities
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
In celebration of Diwali - the Hindu festival of lights, Emirates will be sweetening the skies with Diwali delights and entertainment onboard flights to and from India, from October 17-24. ...
Magnifica Air launches The Seven Club private members experience
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
Magnifica Air has launched The Seven Club, a private membership platform. The Seven Club merges air travel with art, wellness, and community, targeting travellers who seek meaningful connections rather than mere escapes. ...
IATA launches campaign to help travellers fly safely with lithium batteries
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched ‘Travel Smart with Lithium Batteries’, a global safety campaign that gives travellers seven simple rules for carrying mobile phones, laptops, power banks, and other lithium-powered devices safely when they fly. ...
UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit to start October 27 in Dubai
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism is hosting the UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 in Dubai on October 27, at the Madinat Jumeirah hotel. To be held under the theme ‘Building Bridges for Sustainable Growth,’ the summit is part of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS World 2025), organised by The Bench. ...
Royal Jordanian launches new route connecting Amman, Casablanca
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
Royal Jordanian Airlines announced the launch of its direct and regular flights between Amman and Casablanca, Morocco. The route will operate with a frequency of two weekly flights. ...
Mandarin Oriental, Doha unveils Liberty Rooms & Suites
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Mandarin Oriental, Doha has partnered with Liberty London to launch Liberty Rooms & Suites, marking Liberty's 150-year legacy. Located in Msheireb Downtown Doha, this collaboration enhances luxury hospitality with Liberty Home, the brand’s first showroom outside the UK. ...
flydubai's Economy fares now include meals, entertainment
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, continues to invest in enhancing its customer journey. From November 2025, all Economy Class fares will now include meals and inflight entertainment, elevating passengers’ travel experience on every flight. ...
Global Wellness Summit unveils packed 3-day agenda in Dubai
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will host its 19th annual conference from November 18-21 at the Mandarin Oriental in Downtown Dubai. This year's agenda focuses on bridging gaps in the longevity sector by bringing together leaders from diverse fields, including medicine, biotech, tech, wellness, sports, hospitality, and real estate. ...
QAIA records 834,894 passengers in September 2025
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA), Jordan has welcomed 834,894 passengers (PAX) in September 2025 - a notable 15.7% surge compared to the same month last year. ...
Sunset Hospitality opens METT Singapore hotel
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Dubai-based Sunset Hospitality Group has launched METT Singapore, its flagship property in Asia Pacific, located in the historic Fort Canning Park. This hotel combines colonial charm with contemporary design, featuring 84 suites and rooms designed by Jeffrey Wilkes. ...
Rixos Hotels partners with Dubai Cares to adopt school in Malawi
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Rixos Hotels has recently announced a new partnership with Dubai Cares, a UAE-based global philanthropic organisation, to support its Adopt a School programme in Malawi. ...
Halloween comes alive at Dubai Holding Entertainment
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
This Halloween, Dubai Holding Entertainment is hosting a thrilling line up of events across its attractions, including RIVERLAND Dubai, MOTIONGATE Dubai, The Green Planet Dubai, and Wild Wadi Waterpark. ...
Civitatis achieves double-digit global growth this summer
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Civitatis, an online platform for guided tours, has reported double-digit year-on-year growth in global bookings during summer 2025. ...
16th Italian Cuisine World Summit returns to UAE this November
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
The sixteenth edition of the Italian Cuisine World Summit will take place from November 3 – 8, 2025 across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Bringing together more than 15 of the UAE’s Italian restaurants and hotels with 22 guest chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants across Italy, the summit will showcase the artistry, authenticity, and innovation that define modern Italian cuisine. ...
WTM London reveals Richard E. Grant as closing keynote speaker
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Renowned actor, writer and national treasure Richard E. Grant will appear as the closing keynote Speaker at World Travel Market (WTM) London. ...
Aleph Hospitality celebrates 50th hotel, sets growth goals for 2029
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Aleph Hospitality celebrated its 10th anniversary in September, expanding from one hotel in 2015 to 50 across 39 cities in 23 countries by 2025. In 2026, Aleph plans to open four new regional offices and launch a Luxury Division. Having achieved its goal of 50 hotels, the company aims to operate 100 by the end of 2029. ...
flyadeal will start flights to Lahore on October 27
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s low-cost airline, is introducing scheduled flights between Riyadh and Lahore – its fifth destination in Pakistan – effective 27 October 2025. ...
Oman Air achieves 91pc direct channel share in September
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Oman Air achieved a 91% direct channel share in September, marking a significant step toward becoming a digital-first organisation. Nearly all flight bookings now originate from the airline's website and mobile app, allowing for personalized experiences and lower fares while reducing distribution costs. ...