Dida launches AI-powered booking gateway for B2B travel partners
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Dida Holdings has launched Dida MCP, an AI-powered booking gateway enabling approved B2B partners to integrate hotel search and booking from over 2 million properties into their own AI apps, platforms and customer experiences.
Airport Show 2026 to spotlight biometrics for seamless passenger experience
Thu, 02 Jul 2026
Airport Show 2026, taking place from October 12–14 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, will highlight biometric and passenger innovations, as Middle East airports accelerate digital identity adoption to improve efficiency, security, and travel flow amid projected 240 million passengers in 2026.
Travel experts address tech, demand shifts at RateHawk Futurecast
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
RateHawk Futurecast gathered industry leaders from TikTok, Lufthansa City Centre, Travelport, and MakeMyTrip to discuss how travel businesses must adapt to rapid technological change, evolving Gen Z customer behaviour, and increasing market uncertainty shaping future travel demand.
Checkout.com, Agoda strengthen AI-powered payment performance
Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Checkout.com has partnered with Agoda to enhance global payment performance using AI-driven “Intelligent Acceptance,” improving transaction approval rates, reducing failures, and supporting smoother bookings and supplier payments across Agoda’s travel platform.
RateHawk, PhocusWright map travel trends to 2036
Sun, 28 Jun 2026
RateHawk and PhocusWright report outlines 10 trends shaping travel distribution by 2036, highlighting AI, personalised demand, digital influence, market volatility, and stronger tech systems driving industry transformation and operational efficiency.
Global travel brands unite for WTE Miami 2026
Wed, 24 Jun 2026
WTE Miami will bring together the global travel industry to explore the trends, technologies and partnerships shaping the future of tourism on October 27-28, 2026 at the Miami Beach Convention Centre.
flynas to start Jeddah–Rabat flights on July 4
Sun, 14 Jun 2026
flynas will launch direct flights between Jeddah and Rabat on July 4, becoming the first Saudi airline to operate the route and expanding air connectivity and travel options between Saudi Arabia and Morocco.
RateGain expands AI commercial network across APAC, MEA
Mon, 01 Jun 2026
RateGain Travel Technologies has consolidated its APAC & MEA commercial operations, expanding its regional workforce fivefold to over 100 professionals, reinforcing its AI-powered SaaS leadership in travel and hospitality and strengthening key growth markets.
US faces worst tourism decline since 2020
Tue, 26 May 2026
US international tourism fell 5.5% in 2025, with four million fewer visitors and over $8 billion lost in spending, marking the sharpest decline since the pandemic and surpassing losses seen during the 2008 financial crisis.
UAE’s Elevate World to convene tourism leaders online
Mon, 25 May 2026
UAE-based Elevate World will host a virtual tourism summit from June 2-4, 2026, bringing together over 250 global industry leaders, hotels, travel agents and tour operators, with Dubai serving as the event hub for participating partners.
Dubai Airports set to welcome thousands of Hajj pilgrims
Thu, 21 May 2026
Dubai Airports has prepared to welcome over 3,600 pilgrims during this year’s Hajj travel period, with nearly 59% of all UAE pilgrims passing through its terminals. Hajj departure flights will operate until May 23 on services by Emirates, Saudia, flydubai and flynas.
ATM 2026 rescheduled to September 14–17
Thu, 21 May 2026
RX has announced that Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 will now take place from September 14–17 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), following extensive consultation with exhibitors and industry stakeholders.
IMEX Frankfurt 2026 opens with redesigned halls, immersive experiences
Tue, 19 May 2026
IMEX Frankfurt 2026, Europe’s leading trade show for the global meetings, events and incentive travel industry, opened on May 19 with a refreshed exhibition environment.
Wego showcases Ras Al Khaimah through new travel initiative
Mon, 18 May 2026
Wego partnered with Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority to launch RAK Moments, a campaign promoting authentic, bookable experiences across nature, wellness, culture, luxury, and family travel.
Qashio launches all-in-one corporate travel, spend platform
Thu, 14 May 2026
Qashio, a Mena region spend management solutions company, has announced the launch of Qashio Corporate Travel, a new platform that allows employees to issue and use company cards while booking flights and hotels in one place.
Dubai tops global Instagram travel rankings for 2026
Wed, 13 May 2026
Dubai ranked as the world’s most Instagrammable destination for 2026, while Burj Khalifa topped landmark rankings with more than 10 million tagged social media posts and 1.1 million monthly searches, according to a new global study by PlayersTime.
Visit Oman joins ICCA, strengthening Oman’s MICE presence
Mon, 11 May 2026
The National Travel Operator – Visit Oman has become a member of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), marking a milestone in advancing Oman’s position within the global Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector.
TBO partners with Vervotech for AI-driven hotel mapping
Mon, 11 May 2026
TBO, a B2B travel distribution platform, has renewed its collaboration with Vervotech to integrate advanced hotel mapping capabilities, reinforcing a previously established partnership between the two companies.
Co-sourcing cuts operational costs by up to 50pc in travel sector: 247tpd
Mon, 11 May 2026
Specialised co-sourcing is gaining traction in the travel industry amid cost, talent, and geopolitical pressures. According to 24/7 Travel Partner Desk, it can cut operational costs by 40–50%, and up to 70% in high-cost markets like the US and Northern Europe.
Amadeus posts 3.1pc revenue increase in Q1 2026
Sun, 10 May 2026
Amadeus, a travel technology company, reported Q1 2026 revenue growth of 3.1% (7.9% constant currency). Adjusted EBIT increased 6.6%, and diluted EPS rose 8.8%. Free cash flow reached €273.6 million ($323 million), up 4.5% year-on-year, reflecting continued financial performance improvement.
Kuwaiti travel trends rise in family, religious journeys for Eid Al Adha: Wego
Thu, 07 May 2026
Wego reports that Kuwaiti travellers are planning longer, more intentional Eid Al Adha trips, focusing on family travel, religious journeys, and destinations offering relaxation and cultural experiences, based on recent search and booking trends.