Cruise Master sets sights on 2027 demand after ATM 2026
Thu, 24 Sep 2026
Cruise Master has wrapped up its participation at Arabian Travel Market 2026 in Dubai, marking its 19th year in the region. The cruise agency showcased seven global cruise partners and reported strong industry engagement, while turning its focus towards early demand for summer 2027.
DCT Abu Dhabi signs 21 strategic partnerships at ATM 2026
Wed, 23 Sep 2026
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has signed and renewed 21 trade and industry partnership agreements at the Arabian Travel Market, strengthening the emirate's global commercial network and advancing the objectives of Tourism Strategy 2030.
Eurogulf Mobility advances smart mobility solutions at ATM 2026
Tue, 22 Sep 2026
Eurogulf Mobility Group (EGMG), a UAE-based integrated mobility group, showcased new mobility solutions, technology-enabled customer services and strategic partnerships at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, held from September 14 to 17 at Dubai World Trade Centre.
ATM 2026 recognises six exhibitors for stand design, innovation
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 recognised six exhibitors for outstanding stand design, creativity and technology. Dubai DET, Rove Hotels and Agilysys won design awards, Marriott was recognised for business, DCT Abu Dhabi for stand features, and HBX Group for technology.
Legacy Hotels expands pipeline with four new hotel deals at ATM 2026
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Legacy Hotels Holding has signed agreements for four new properties across the UAE, Egypt and Georgia at ATM 2026, adding more than 1,200 keys to its pipeline. The deals include Kyriad, Kyriad Prestige and TemptingPlaces properties, supporting its regional expansion plans.
Strong aviation infrastructure, data-led decisions key to post-conflict connectivity: ATM 2026
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
The Middle East’s travel and tourism sector must strengthen aviation infrastructure, improve data sharing and accelerate decision-making to prepare for a rapid post-conflict recovery, ministers and industry leaders said at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 in Dubai.
flydubai welcomes over 850 travel trade visitors at ATM 2026
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
flydubai’s participation in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 drew strong engagement from the travel trade, with the airline hosting more than 850 travel agents and buyers from 50 markets across the carrier's network throughout the Middle East and the GCC, Africa, Central Asia, Europe and Southeast Asia.
Qatar Airways expands tourism partnerships, digital offering at ATM 2026
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Qatar Airways has signed Memoranda of Understanding with tourism bodies in Kenya, Jordan, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, New Port Beach and the Maldives at ATM 2026, aiming to strengthen global travel through Doha and expand tourism promotion across key markets.
UAE unveils unified tourism identity, grand tour at ATM 2026
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening the country’s position as a global tourism destination, including the launch of the UAE’s first unified national tourism identity and a new platform promoting multi-emirate travel.
ATM 2026: GCC destinations urged to balance collaboration, competition
Tue, 15 Sep 2026
Gulf nations should highlight their individual tourism and business events offerings while presenting a more coordinated regional proposition to international visitors, regional industry leaders said at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 in Dubai.
Emirates signs 11 new agreements at Arabian Travel Market
Tue, 15 Sep 2026
Emirates signed 11 partnership agreements at Arabian Travel Market, covering tourism promotion, customer experiences, worker welfare and specialist travel services. Agreements were renewed with Sri Lanka, Maldives and tourism bodies, while new deals covered Ras Al Khaimah, Japan, Italy, OWWA, Cisalpina Tours and Kuwait Airways.
Shaza Hotels unveils 2027 expansion plans at ATM 2026
Tue, 15 Sep 2026
Shaza Hotels is targeting Turkey, Central Asia and North Africa for expansion from 2027, unveiling its international growth strategy at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai as it seeks culturally relevant, family-focused hospitality opportunities beyond its GCC base.
Tech, talent, customer focus shape travel industry’s next phase: ATM 2026
Tue, 15 Sep 2026
Technology, talent and customer focus will be central to maintaining competitiveness as the global travel industry enters its next phase of growth, according to senior executives at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026.
Dubai Ruler visits ATM 2026, highlights innovation, tourism growth
Tue, 15 Sep 2026
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, visited the 33rd Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre, reviewing innovations and trends shaping global travel and tourism.
Seychelles puts GCC at centre of high-value tourism strategy at ATM 2026
Tue, 15 Sep 2026
Seychelles Tourism Board is placing the GCC at the heart of its high-value, sustainable tourism strategy, as around 60% of international visitors transit Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi. At ATM 2026, it unveiled plans to deepen regional partnerships and broaden the destination’s appeal.
Rotana highlights 40 properties in pipeline, next phase of regional growth at ATM 2026
Tue, 15 Sep 2026
Rotana is accelerating its regional and international expansion, with 40 properties and 8,334 keys under development alongside 78 operating properties, as the hotel management company outlines its growth strategy at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026.
Preparedness, cooperation underpin GCC tourism resilience: policymakers at ATM 2026
Tue, 15 Sep 2026
Preparedness and multilateral collaboration dominated the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 in Dubai, as policymakers and tourism leaders from the Gulf, Europe, Central Asia and the United Nations examined the resilience and long-term prospects of the region’s tourism industry.
Bahrain Tourism Minister highlights sector resilience at ATM 2026
Tue, 15 Sep 2026
Bahrain Tourism Minister Fatima Al Sairafi participated in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 in Dubai, highlighting the event’s role in strengthening international tourism cooperation, showcasing emerging trends and building partnerships, while reaffirming Bahrain’s commitment to sustainable growth and global tourism competitiveness.
GCC visitors to Germany reach 1.2m overnight stays in 2025
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
GCC visitors to Germany recorded 1.2 million overnight stays in 2025, up 9%, while spending €3 billion ($3.5 billion), more than 30% above the average overseas visitor, the German National Tourist Office GCC said at ATM 2026.
Czechia highlights “feel free” travel experiences at ATM 2026
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
CzechTourism, in partnership with the Embassy of the Czech Republic in the UAE, is showcasing the country’s latest tourism offerings at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, taking place from September 14 to 17.
JNTO boosts GCC tourism push with new Japan destinations at ATM 2026
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
The Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO) is stepping up its efforts to attract visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) market through its participation in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, held in Dubai from September 14 to 17.