Global demand for winter city breaks in UAE soars: Wego
Mon, 12 Jan 2026
Wego, a leading travel app and online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has released new seasonal insights showcasing a rise in searches to the UAE for winter city breaks, driven by cooler weather, retail-led travel, and short-stay urban experiences.
30pc of Saudi travellers surprised by roaming charges: Airalo
Tue, 09 Dec 2025
A recent survey conducted by Airalo, an eSIM platform, revealed that 30 per cent of Saudi travellers were hit with unexpected roaming charges after their international trips last year.
2026 travellers seek meaningful, personalised journeys: Virtuoso
Wed, 03 Dec 2025
Virtuoso’s 2026 Luxe Report reveals luxury travellers prioritise meaningful, restorative, and personalised experiences. Demand is growing, with high spending anticipated. Trends include avoiding crowds, immersive cultural adventures, slower-paced journeys, ultraluxe all-inclusive stays, and wellness-focused travel across all generations.
Two-thirds of UAE, Saudi travellers trust AI to book accommodation: report
Thu, 27 Nov 2025
Nearly three-quarters of travellers (72%) say they have used AI to plan or research a holiday (77% in the UAE and 68% in KSA). Over a fifth (23%) say they use it “all the time” (24% in the UAE and 22% in KSA), according to Marriott Bonvoy’s 2026 Ticket to Travel Report.
Germany boosts commitment to GCC travellers as spending hits $2.6bn
Thu, 27 Nov 2025
The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) highlighted the Gulf region as Germany’s third-largest overseas tourist source, with €2.3 billion ($2.6 billion) spent in 2024, during a Dubai press conference marking 20 years in the GCC.
WINGIE unveils top winter getaways for Mena travellers
Thu, 20 Nov 2025
In response to the growing demand for diverse winter experiences, WINGIE, a travel marketplace in Mena, has curated a list of the top winter getaways designed to cater to every type of traveller.
Saudi travellers choose budget winter escapes: Wego Data
Tue, 18 Nov 2025
Saudi travellers are increasingly turning to value-driven winter getaways this November, as new data from Wego reveals a marked rise in demand for affordable domestic and regional destinations.
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.
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.
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.
New sensory room for travellers with disabilities at Dammam Airport
Mon, 13 Oct 2025
The sensory room initiative for travellers with disabilities has been launched at King Fahd International Airport (KFIA) in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The sensory room at KFIA is the largest of its kind in the Kingdom, featuring 12 interactive devices and a dedicated space for the elderly.
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.
Riyadh Air, Uber partner to enhance travel experiences for travellers
Wed, 08 Oct 2025
Riyadh Air and Uber Technologies (UBER) have announced a strategic long-term partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to collaborate and aim to deliver an industry leading and convenient end-to-end travel experience for travellers in Saudi Arabia and around the world.
Wego reveals fall top destinations for Kuwait travellers
Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Wego, a leading online travel marketplace, shares fresh fall travel insights from Kuwait, spotlighting European shoulder-season favourites alongside value-led Asian picks. Based on Wego platform trends for Fall 2025, searches are rising for five destinations: Paris, Barcelona, Vienna, Guangzhou, and Phuket.