Barceló expands in UAE with new Dubai opening
Mon, 03 Nov 2025
Barceló Hotel Group has announced the opening of Barceló Business Bay Dubai, a new 4-star lifestyle design hotel featuring 230 rooms in the heart of Downtown Dubai, near the iconic Burj Khalifa.
UAE, Africa agree on new investment mapping for tourism projects
Mon, 27 Oct 2025
In a landmark move, the UAE has entered into an agreement with 20 African nations to launch new investment mapping featuring diverse tourism projects in the fields of aviation, logistics, infrastructure and digital transformation.
UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 opens in Dubai
Mon, 27 Oct 2025
The UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 began today under the theme “Building Bridges for Sustainable Growth.” Organised by The Bench during the Future Hospitality Summit, the event aims to enhance economic cooperation and expand tourism investment opportunities between the UAE and Africa.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
UAE travellers plan to curate trips based on hobbies: Skyscanner
Thu, 09 Oct 2025
The Skyscanner Travel Trends report for 2026 has unveiled the seven biggest trends in travel, showing that the year will become "personal" for travellers in the UAE. From literature escapes to supermarket tourism and skincare-fuelled itineraries, travellers are planning to curate trips based on their hobbies and passions for 2026, according to Skyscanner data and global consumer research.
Whycations top trend for UAE, Saudi travellers in 2026: Hilton report
Thu, 09 Oct 2025
In 2026, travellers prioritise purpose-driven trips, focusing on emotional motivations over destinations, according to Hilton's report. Gulf residents, particularly from the UAE and Saudi Arabia, value cultural immersion, with many learning local languages and seeking authentic experiences, emphasising genuine connections over traditional sightseeing.
4th Al Dhafra Date Festival and Auction to kick off October 17
Tue, 07 Oct 2025
The fourth Al Dhafra Dates Festival and Auction will occur from October 17 to 26, 2025, in Madinat Zayed, Abu Dhabi. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, it aims to promote date production, enhance quality, support food security, and facilitate knowledge exchange in palm cultivation.
Planet Ocean Underwater Hotels announces UAE eco-tourism initiative
Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Planet Ocean Underwater Hotels has announced an initiative to engage communities and organisations across the UAE in its Global Alliance Collaborator (GAC) programme.