Kuwait Airways reschedules flights as airport suspends flight operations
Sat, 18 Jul 2026
Kuwait Airways announced on Saturday that most of its scheduled commercial flights had been rescheduled after Kuwait International Airport temporarily suspended take-off and landing operations because of the security situation stemming from ongoing Iranian attacks. ...
Boeing, Lufthansa, Rolls-Royce to test innovations to improve fuel efficiency
Fri, 17 Jul 2026
Boeing, Lufthansa and Rolls-Royce will soon conduct flight tests of innovations meant to improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, according to a Boeing statement. ...
Museum of the Future to close in September for work on new experiences
Fri, 17 Jul 2026
Dubai's Museum of the Future has announced that the museum will close in mid-September for work on the next generation of experiences. It is expected to reopen with new experiences in the first quarter of 2027. ...
Hidden gems thrive in Abu Dhabi as 73pc of residents share local favourites
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Abu Dhabi residents are leading the way in uncovering the emirate’s hidden gems, with half able to instantly name a secret spot. A Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) study found 73% of UAE residents recommend lesser-known destinations by word of mouth. ...
ATM research forecasts resilient future for tourism despite regional challenges
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
The global travel industry is entering a new era of growth, with consumer demand remaining strong despite geopolitical challenges and market disruptions affecting parts of the Middle East, according to new research from Arabian Travel Market’s (ATM) official research partners STR and Euromonitor International. ...
Premium travel demand grows 4.5pc as luxury flying expands in 2025: IATA
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Premium air travel gained momentum in 2025 as international business and first-class demand increased. The International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) latest World Air Transport Statistics (WATS) report shows that premium-class passenger numbers reached 109.7 million, up 4.5% year on year. ...
flydubai adds second daily Bangkok service from Dubai
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Dubai-based flydubai has launched a second daily flight to Bangkok, starting July 18, following the introduction of its daily service to Don Mueang International Airport earlier this month. ...
Sharjah’s Mleiha National Park represents UAE in World Travel Awards race
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Mleiha National Park has been shortlisted for the “Middle East’s Leading National Park 2026” award at the 33rd World Travel Awards, recognising Sharjah’s growing prominence in heritage and ecotourism. ...
UAE travellers drive last-minute summer holiday demand: Wego
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
UAE travellers are increasingly opting for last-minute summer getaways, with nearly 70% of travel searches on Wego, the MENA region’s online travel marketplace, made within one month of departure. ...
Modon, Nammos announce Nammos Ras El Hekma for Egypt’s North Coast
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding and Nammos Hotels & Resorts have announced Nammos Ras El Hekma, a luxury North Coast destination featuring 72 residences, 79 hotel units, and integrated retail, wellness, dining and hospitality experiences in Egypt. ...
Oman’s future fund unveils $1.74bn development projects
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Future Fund Oman (FFO), a portfolio of the sultanate's sovereign wealth fund Oman Investment Authority (OIA), has announced a new package of 105 strategic projects and investments worth $1.74 billion, spanning renewable energy, manufacturing and tourism industries. ...
Saudi Arabia's Qassim University partners with IATA for ground operations training
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
The Applied College at Qassim University in Saudi Arabia, in partnership with the International Air Transport Association (IATA), will launch two specialised ground services training courses under their existing cooperation agreement. ...
Kuwait Airways partners with Deema to launch flexible four-installment payment option
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Kuwait Airways signed a strategic partnership agreement with Deema, a deferred payment provider, to launch a service that enables passengers to pay for their travel tickets in four equal instalments without any fees or additional charges, effective August 1. ...
Dubai launches self-driving taxi service in certain areas
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Dubai Road Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the launch of self-driving taxi service for public use in partnership with Apollo Go. ...
Saudia adds Tokyo to network with new direct Riyadh flights
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Saudia, Saudi Arabia’s national carrier, has announced the launch of direct flights between Riyadh and Tokyo in partnership with the Air Connectivity Programme (ACP) and the Saudi Tourism Authority. The new service will begin in November 2026, operating three weekly flights. ...
L&T-Mitsubishi selected for $35bn Al Maktoum airport expansion project
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP) has selected a consortium of India's Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Japan's Mitsubishi Corporation to deliver the automated people-mover (APM) system for the $35 billion expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport, said a report. ...
SalamAir welcomes 18th Airbus A320neo as expansion continues
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
SalamAir has added its 18th aircraft, an Airbus A320neo named "Salalah," to its fleet, marking a key milestone in the Omani low-cost carrier's expansion strategy. ...
Accor signs deal for 518-key ibis hotel in Makkah
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Accor has signed an agreement with Saleh Abdulaziz Al Rajhi & Partners to develop ibis Makkah Al Maabdah, a 518-key hotel in Makkah’s rapidly growing eastern district, around 3 kilometres from the Holy Mosque. ...
Oman airports record 9.3pc drop in passenger traffic
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Passenger traffic through Oman’s airports declined by 9.3% during the first five months of 2026, with total travellers reaching 5.25 million compared with 5.79 million during the same period in 2025, according to data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). ...
Aleph Hospitality to manage first Crowne Plaza hotel in Multan
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Aleph Hospitality, an independent hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa, has signed a hotel management agreement with Serene Tower to operate the upcoming Crowne Plaza Multan in Pakistan, further expanding its presence in emerging travel markets. ...
Arabian Adventures unveils up to 50pc off summer desert experiences
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Arabian Adventures, part of the Emirates Group, has unveiled a range of exclusive summer offers, giving UAE residents and visitors up to 50% off selected desert experiences until August 31, 2026. ...
Hyatt joins Saudi Hospitality Talent programme
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Hyatt has joined the Saudi Ministry of Tourism’s Hospitality Ambassadors programme, an initiative aimed at developing Saudi hospitality talent through international training at Hyatt-branded hotels across Asia. ...
Zamania by Leo & Loona opens at Ibn Battuta Mall
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Dubai Retail has launched Zamania by Leo & Loona at Ibn Battuta Mall’s China Court, introducing a new indoor “sportainment” destination designed for pre-teens, teenagers and families. ...
Kuwait Airways introduces fee-free installment payment option with Taly
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Kuwait Airways has signed a strategic partnership with deferred payment provider Taly to launch a new payment solution allowing customers to split the cost of travel tickets into four equal, interest-free instalments. ...
Confidence is the catalyst for tourism’s next chapter
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
According to Danielle Curtis, Regional Portfolio Director–UAE at RX Global, Dubai and the GCC are reinforcing tourism resilience through innovation, collaboration and long-term planning, with ATM 2026 highlighting AI and travel technology as key drivers of future industry growth. ...
IATA issues new guidelines for in-cabin pet travel
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has issued new operational guidelines to help airlines manage in-cabin pet travel from booking through arrival. The guidance aims to improve consistency, safety and animal welfare while creating a smoother passenger experience. ...
Raffles The Palm Dubai named region’s top resort by Travel + Leisure
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Raffles The Palm Dubai has been named the No.1 Resort in North Africa and the Middle East by Travel + Leisure readers in the annual World’s Best Awards. ...
IBTM World 2026 opens registration with AI focus
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Registration has opened for IBTM World 2026 in Barcelona, with the global events show set to explore “The Age of Disruption” and address AI adoption, budget pressures, changing attendee expectations and the demand for measurable event ROI. ...
Amsa Hospitality, Artal Hotels, Hyatt team up for three Riyadh hotel developments
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Amsa Hospitality and Artal Hotels have signed hotel management agreements for three properties in Riyadh, alongside a memorandum of understanding between Hyatt and Artal Hotels to explore bringing the hotels into Hyatt’s global brand portfolio. ...
MEBAA Show to spotlight value of business aviation
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
The 11th edition of the MEBAA Show will refocus on the value of business aviation, underlining that this dynamic sector does not stand still and is as resilient as ever, when it opens on December 8 at Dubai World Central. ...
Oman Air partners with Takaful Oman for travel insurance
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Oman Air has partnered with Takaful Oman Insurance to provide integrated travel insurance during the booking process. Supported by Insurte and ISA Assist, the service offers passengers seamless access to travel protection, enhancing convenience and peace of mind. ...
King Abdulaziz Foundation expands historical audio initiative across Saudi Airports
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
The King Abdulaziz Foundation (Darah) has signed a cooperation agreement with Cluster2 Airports to expand its historical audio summaries initiative across airports managed by the cluster in several regions of Saudi Arabia. ...
Emirates launches EMI payment option for Indian travellers
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Emirates has introduced a flexible Equated Monthly Instalment (EMI) payment option for customers in India, allowing travellers to book flights to nearly 140 destinations and pay in affordable monthly instalments. ...
Oman's Al Ashkhara Tourism Forum returns for fourth edition
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
The fourth edition of the Al Ashkhara Tourism Forum will run from July 22 to August 15, 2026 in Al Ashkhara, South A'Sharqiyah Governorate, highlighting Omani heritage while promoting tourism, innovation and economic development. ...
Emirates adds four weekly Accra flights
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Emirates has strengthened its presence in Ghana with the launch of four additional weekly flights between Dubai and Accra, increasing its schedule to 11 services a week. ...
Oman Air, SalamAir boost Salalah capacity by 400pc for Khareef Season
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Oman Air and SalamAir have dramatically expanded services to Salalah for the Khareef Dhofar 2026 season, increasing daily seat capacity by nearly 400% during peak travel periods. ...
Jazeera launches third destination in Syria with flights to Deir Ezzor
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Jazeera Airways, Kuwait's leading low-cost carrier, has announced the launch of direct flights to Deir Ezzor, Syria, building on a year of rapid network expansion across the country and reinforcing its position as the fastest-growing airline serving the Kuwait-Syria market. ...
Air Arabia boosts Italy network with new Rome flights
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Leading regional low-cost carrier Air Arabia has announced the launch of its new non-stop service to Italian capital Rome from its hub in Sharjah, flying five times a week. This is the airline’s second Italian destination from Sharjah following the launch of Milan flights four years back. ...
Manazel Al Naqaa in deal to rebrand Jeddah property as Autograph Collection hotel
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Saudi-based Manazel Al Naqaa has signed an agreement with Marriott International to rebrand Shirvan Hotel City Yard Jeddah as an Autograph Collection Hotel. The property will undergo visual identity development and selected enhancement works ahead of its opening in December. ...
King Salman International Airport achieves major construction milestone
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
King Salman International Airport has achieved a major construction milestone with the completion of Phase Zero of its Private Aviation Terminal Apron, thus strengthening operational readiness as Saudi Arabia accelerates work on one of the world's largest airport developments. ...
The evolution of Mediterranean summer travel: What affluent travellers expect now
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
For decades, the Mediterranean summer followed a familiar script: a villa in the hills, a string of well-trodden coastal towns, a calendar built around peak-season crowds and fixed reservations. But the affluent traveller of today is asking a different question entirely - one increasingly echoed by Explora Journeys' own campaign positioning, "maybe the best hotel isn't a hotel." ...
Vatel Bahrain hosts Open Day to spotlight hospitality education pathways
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Vatel Bahrain hosted an Open Day at Sheraton Bahrain Hotel, welcoming prospective students, parents, graduates and working professionals interested in exploring academic and career opportunities in hospitality and hotel management. ...
100 aircraft: Emirates’ retrofit programme marks major milestone
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Emirates has reached a landmark 100 aircraft refurbished under its retrofit programme, the largest known undertaken by any airline globally. ...
Fortuna of Cappadocia, Autograph Collection opens in Cappadocia
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Fortuna of Cappadocia, Autograph Collection has opened in the heart of Cappadocia, the iconic region in central Türkiye. ...
Italy tops GHA members' favourite international destinations
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Italy emerged as the most popular international destination among members of Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) during the second quarter of 2026, reflecting strong demand for European leisure travel alongside continued interest in Asia's leading tourism hotspots. ...
Global Hotel Alliance revenue up 17% to $1.8bn in H1
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, has announced double-digit growth across all key performance indicators in Q2 supporting positive momentum in H1 2026. ...
Exhibition World Bahrain, Gulf Downstream Association sign deal for three editions of IDCE
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) and the Gulf Downstream Association (GDA) have signed a partnership agreement to host three consecutive editions of the biennial International Downstream Conference and Exhibition (IDCE), reinforcing Bahrain's position as a leading destination for business tourism and specialised international events. ...
Radisson Hotel Group signs/opens 160 hotels in H1
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Radisson Hotel Group continued to accelerate its growth strategy in the first half of 2026, signing and opening 160 hotels, representing more than 22,000 keys. ...
Rosewood Jeddah partners with Saudi Tourism Ministry to train future hospitality leaders
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Rosewood Jeddah has joined hands with Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Tourism to support the Hospitality Ambassadors Program, a national initiative aimed at developing Saudi talent through hands-on training at leading international hotels. ...
Riyadh Air likely to buy up to 30 more Dreamliners: report
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Saudi Arabia's new national carrier Riyadh Air is considering the purchase of between 25 and 30 more Boeing 787 Dreamliners by exercising most of its contractual options with the US planemaker, a Reuters report said quoting industry sources. ...
King Saud Airport in Al Baha records strong passenger growth
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
King Saud bin Abdulaziz Airport in Al Baha Region of Saudi Arabia, one of the airports operated by Cluster2 Airports, has handled nearly 700,000 domestic passengers since the start of 2025, underscoring growing demand for regional air travel. ...
Global City Dammam unveils new season with major expansion
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
The Eastern Region Municipality has reviewed the plan for the second season of the Global City Dammam project, featuring major expansions, global markets, and an interactive fountain. Its new destinations include the Asian Village and the Future District featuring AI and robotics experiences. ...
Six Flags theme park with world-class attractions proposed in Bahrain
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
Bahrain could become only the second country in the region to host a Six Flags theme park under an ambitious proposal designed to create a world-class entertainment destination that complements, rather than competes with, the successful Saudi attraction, a Gulf Daily News report said. ...
Maxx Royal brings its distinctive hospitality to Maldives in autumn 2027
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
Maxx Royal, known for its celebrated resorts in Türkiye, will bring the brand’s distinctive philosophy of hospitality to the Maldives, one of the world’s most extraordinary island settings, next year. ...
Kerzner International joins EPEX as Headline Sponsor
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
EPEX, a premier gathering for the global events and experiences industry, has announced Kerzner International as its Headline Sponsor for the upcoming 11th edition. ...
Kanoo Travel, Yatra enter deal to transform enterprise travel in Middle East
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
Kanoo Travel, a division of the Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Group and one of the MENA region's largest travel management companies, has announced a strategic partnership with Yatra Online Limited, India's leading corporate travel and expense management company, to transform enterprise travel across the region. ...
Sharjah's SEWA offers package of incentives for tourism establishments
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has announced a package of incentives and facilities to support tourism establishments in the emirate. ...
Travel technology firm Atlys opens first Dubai store
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
Atlys, a travel technology company enabling travellers to apply for visas across 120+ destinations, has opened its first experience centre at BurJuman Mall, Dubai. ...
InterContinental Muscat receives Green Key Certification
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
InterContinental Muscat has received the Green Key Certification, reinforcing its commitment to responsible hospitality, environmental stewardship and modern luxury experiences in Oman. ...
Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary unveiled amid forests, coffee plantations
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, India's pure-play luxury hospitality brand, has unveiled The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary, the new identity for its recently acquired retreat in Kodagu (Coorg). ...
dnata Travel Group appoints new VP for Yalago
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
dnata Travel Group has appointed Christian Kremers as Vice President of Yalago to accelerate the brand’s global expansion from Dubai. ...
Star, Hilton forge partnership to develop Saudi hospitality talent
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
Star, a human capability development company headquartered in Riyadh, and global hospitality group Hilton have announced a strategic partnership dedicated to human capital development within Saudi Arabia's hospitality industry. ...
Knowledge Economic City plans $400m hospitality project fund with Albilad
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Saudi Arabia's Knowledge Economic City has announced that it had signed a non-binding term sheet with Albilad Capital for the establishment of a closed-ended private real estate investment fund worth SAR1.5 billion ($400 million), to finance the first phase of its Multaqa Hospitality project in Madinah. ...
Almabani consortium secures King Salman airport project contract
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Leading Saudi contractor Almabani, along with its consortium partners - CarbonCure, a Canadian clean technology company and Spanish construction group FCC - has been awarded the contract to supply lower carbon concrete for the mega King Salman International Airport (KSIA) project in Riyadh. ...
Vatel Bahrain strengthens global academic collaboration
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
A delegation from Vatel Bahrain, led by General Director Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa and Director of Studies Fatema Frutan, visited Vatel Academy in France to enhance academic cooperation and knowledge exchange across the global Vatel network. ...
flyadeal advances pilot training with Airbus instructor programme
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal has completed the ground phase of the Airbus Pilot Instructor Course (APIC-CBTA), strengthening its investment in training excellence and instructor development. ...
Aseer resort unveils 120-metre fountain as new tourism landmark
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Al-Wadi Resort in Saudi Arabia’s Aseer Region has unveiled the Kingdom’s tallest fountain, soaring 120 metres. The SAR16 million ($4.3 million) attraction holds over seven million litres of water and anchors a 300,000-square-metre tourism development. ...
Saudia leads global airline punctuality rankings, flyadeal tops regional list
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Saudia Group achieved leading operational results in June 2026, with Saudia ranking first globally and flyadeal topping airlines in the Middle East and Africa for on-time performance, according to Cirium’s latest report. ...
flynas to start direct flights between Riyadh, Aleppo
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
flynas will launch twice-weekly direct flights between Riyadh and Aleppo from August 1, expanding its regional network, improving Saudi Arabia-Syria air connectivity, and supporting tourism. ...
Madinah leads Saudi Arabia in hotel occupancy during Q1 2026
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Madinah recorded Saudi Arabia’s highest occupancy rate for tourist accommodation facilities in the first quarter of 2026, with hotels, serviced apartments and other lodging establishments achieving an 82% occupancy rate, according to the Ministry of Tourism. ...
Red Sea Global sets record with 10 LEED Platinum-certified resorts
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Red Sea Global became the world’s largest developer of LEED Platinum-certified hotels after five more Shura Island resorts earned top sustainability ratings, bringing its total to 10 certified properties powered by renewable energy, with six more pursuing certification. ...
Abha Airport ranks first globally for on-time performance in June
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Abha International Airport, operated by Cluster2 Airports, ranked first globally in its category for on-time performance in June 2026, achieving a 93.84 per cent departure punctuality rate, according to aviation analytics firm Cirium. ...
Dubai Customs gears up for 3m summer travellers
Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Dubai Customs expects three million passengers in early July and has launched a coordinated summer travel plan featuring advanced baggage screening, seven-second manual inspections, dedicated pet inspection rooms, and enhanced customs awareness. ...
flydubai resumes flights to Aleppo, increases Damascus frequency
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced the resumption and expansion of its network operations into Syria with the launch of a new daily non-stop service to Aleppo International Airport (ALP). ...
Luxury meets longevity: New era of wellness retreats in Maldives
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
As longevity continues to shape the future of wellness globally, THE OZEN COLLECTION is redefining the luxury resort experience through personalised, science-led wellbeing practices. ...
Airbus forecasts demand for 42,000 new aircraft over next two decades
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
Global airlines will require more than 42,000 new aircraft over the next 20 years, driven by rapid urbanisation, rising incomes and the growing accessibility of air travel, according to Airbus' 2026-2045 Global Market Forecast. ...
Qatar Airways to showcase its FIFA livery aircraft at Farnborough airshow
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Qatar Airways will participate in Farnborough International Airshow 2026, bringing its world-class travel experience to one of the most influential global events in the aviation industry. ...
Radisson introduces real-time AI price matching for direct bookings
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Radisson Hotel Group has introduced an AI-powered real-time price matching feature that automatically matches lower publicly available room rates found on third-party booking platforms, aiming to simplify direct hotel bookings. ...
Digital Dubai, Emirates Group partner to boost digital readiness
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Digital Dubai and the Emirates Group have signed a collaboration agreement to strengthen Dubai’s digital readiness by expanding the airline group’s access to Digital Dubai’s digital services ecosystem and platforms. ...
AlUla unveils family summer getaway
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
AlUla is positioning itself as a family-friendly summer destination, offering a blend of heritage, nature and cultural experiences. ...
King Salman airport set to tender two infrastructure contracts
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Saudi Arabia's King Salman International Airport Development Company (KSIADC) is preparing to tender two new infrastructure contracts for King Salman airport in Riyadh after completing the contractor prequalification stage. It aims to accommodate up to 120 million passengers by 2030, said a report. ...
Abha Airport sets record with over 130 flights in a single day
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Abha International Airport set a new operational record on 5 July, handling more than 130 flights in one day. The milestone included 117 domestic and 15 international flights, marking its highest-ever daily traffic volume. ...
Emirates to launch A380 service to Delhi, expand Premium Economy across India
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Emirates will launch A380 services to Delhi from October 25, expanding Premium Economy across six Indian cities. Kolkata will also receive Airbus A350 operations, enhancing passenger comfort and choice on India routes. ...
SEVEN Abha entertainment destination to open on August 5
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
The SEVEN Abha entertainment destination will open on August 5, marking the launch of the first destination in the Kingdom developed by Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a Qiddiya Investment Company and Public Investment Fund company. ...
Thailand positions wellness as future of luxury travel for GCC visitors
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched its new campaign, ‘Healing is the New Luxury,’ to reinforce the country’s position as a leading global wellness destination for GCC travellers as demand grows for health-focused, meaningful and experience-led journeys. ...
SAL Logistics Services, flyadeal sign MoU to advance logistics training
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
SAL Logistics Services has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with flyadeal to enhance cooperation in training, qualification, and talent development, supporting Saudi Arabia’s logistics ecosystem and aviation sector. ...
Vatel Bahrain Joins Global Hospitality Education Convention in France
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Vatel Bahrain joined the 19th Vatel International Convention in France, where its delegation exchanged insights with global peers on hospitality education, academic standards, and future talent development under the theme “Vatel, quality without borders.” ...
Emaar Hospitality set to launch Vida Aljada in Sharjah later this year
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Emaar Hospitality Group will launch Vida Aljada in Sharjah later this year, introducing a five-star lifestyle hotel in Aljada’s creative district focused on social connection, creativity, and contemporary living. ...
AccessAbilities Expo in Dubai to showcase latest assistive technologies
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
An exceptional range of the latest assistive technologies and inclusive innovations will be showcased at the 8th edition of AccessAbilities Expo (AAE 2026) in Dubai. ...
Ajman Tourism unveils Artisans Majlis to support cultural heritage
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
The Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media has launched the Artisans Majlis, an initiative dedicated to preserving traditional Emirati crafts, empowering artisans and supporting the growth of the creative economy in the emirate. ...
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. ...
Kuwait Airways resumes Damascus flights, launches Nice service
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Kuwait Airways will resume direct daily flights to Damascus, Syria, from July 15, 2026, and expanded its summer 2026 network with the launch of a new twice-weekly service to Nice, France, operating on Tuesdays and Saturdays. ...
Kuwait Airways enhances VIP lounge experience with BNK Automotive
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Kuwait Airways has partnered with BNK Automotive to enhance services at its new VIP lounge at Kuwait International Airport. The initiative includes a fleet of premium, sustainable vehicles to elevate guest hospitality and transportation standards. ...
Oman Air expands Khareef services with new Bahrain charter
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Oman Air, in partnership with Discovery Travel, will launch a weekly Bahrain–Salalah charter service from July 10, 2026, for the Khareef season. The airline is also adding 60 Muscat–Salalah flights in July, increasing capacity by 11,766 seats. ...
Tourism minister outlines vision for sustainable growth at Connect Barbados 2026
Wed, 08 Jul 2026
Barbados’ Minister of Tourism and International Transport, the Hon. Ian Gooding-Edghill, has highlighted the importance of collaboration, cultural preservation, and sustainable development in shaping the future of the island’s tourism sector as he officially opened Connect Barbados 2026. ...
Connect Barbados 2026 sets buyer participation record, celebrates tourism partnerships
Wed, 08 Jul 2026
Connect Barbados 2026 recorded its highest buyer participation to date, concluding a week of tourism networking and industry engagement with an awards ceremony recognising 20 contributors across the tourism, media, and travel sectors. ...
Bahrain explores stronger tourism-SME collaboration
Wed, 08 Jul 2026
Bahrain's Tourism Minister Fatima Al Sairafi and Bahrain Development Bank CEO Dalal Al Qais discussed expanding cooperation to boost tourism investment and SMEs, while reviewing joint initiatives supporting the Tourism Strategy 2022–2026 and Bahrain Economic Vision 2030. ...
Cheval Maison – The Palm Dubai wins Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award
Wed, 08 Jul 2026
Cheval Maison – The Palm Dubai has been recognised with the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award 2026, joining three other Cheval Collection properties in receiving the accolade. ...
Orascom Hotels partners with Tadweera to expand green key in Egypt
Wed, 08 Jul 2026
Orascom Hotels Management (OHM) and Tadweera for Green Education will launch the Green Key environmental certification programme in Egypt during a sustainability event at Sheraton Miramar El Gouna on July 10, 2026. ...
Accor brings ibis Styles, Adagio Original to Port Said
Wed, 08 Jul 2026
Accor has signed a dual-branded hotel project in Port Said with Atlas Integrated Contracting Company, introducing ibis Styles and Adagio Original in Egypt. Opening in 2029, the development will feature ibis Styles Port Said with 180 rooms and Adagio Original Port Said with 100 units. ...