Middle East
Satys’ aircraft painting facility opens in Dubai South
Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) officially inaugurated a new state-of-the-art facility for French aviation manufacturer Satys at Dubai South.
Campbell Gray expands in Middle East and Africa with luxury-focused growth strategy
With the Middle East and Africa becoming key markets for luxury travel and property development, Campbell Gray Hotels is well-positioned to bring its distinctive approach to the region
Meet ‘Sara’: Saudi Arabia launches AI-powered smart tour guide
Sara’s launch is expected to enhance the accessibility of Saudi Arabia’s diverse tourism offerings, ensuring that both first-time and returning visitors can navigate the Kingdom with ease
Landmark Dubai opening: Cheval Maison to open in Expo City in March 2025
This marks a key milestone in Cheval Collection’s expansion into the Middle East, following the success of Cheval Maison – The Palm Dubai
Oman Air unveils ‘Oman Air Connect’ – All-economy fleet for affordable, quality travel
The first aircraft from this five-plane fleet arrived earlier this month, set to expand connectivity to the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East, and Africa
Emirates raises the bar for culinary excellence in the skies with Moët & Chandon
Emirates’ Business Class customers can look forward to yet another elevation of the inflight experience, as an array of 18 new dishes will be launched onboard this summer.
Elevate DMC expands into Thailand and Southeast Asia
Leading independent destination management company (DMC) Elevate expands its presence in Southeast Asia with the recent opening of its office in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand.
Emirates signs interline agreement with Nigeria’s Air Peace
Emirates recently signed an interline agreement with West Africa’s largest airline, Air Peace, enhancing connectivity for passengers travelling to and from Nigeria.
BizAway named Best European NDC Client for 2024
Italian travel management scale-up BizAway was recognised as the only Italian company to receive the prestigious Best European NDC Client 2024 award, alongside 15 other global travel agencies at FITUR in Madrid, Spain.
Saudia charts new paths: 10 fresh routes to Vienna, Venice, Bali, Athens & Nice in 2025
The expansion comes amid growing international travel demand, with Saudia recording a 16% increase in international passenger numbers last year
Etihad goes daily to Atlanta, strengthening UAE-US travel ties
The direct connection between Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) is the only non-stop link between the UAE and Atlanta, providing travelers with greater flexibility and convenience
Dubai breaks tourism records with 18.72 million visitors in 2024
Key contributing factors include increased international partnerships, high-profile events, and a growing hospitality sector, with Dubai’s hotel inventory expanding to 154,016 rooms across 832 establishments.
Abu Dhabi hotels lead global hospitality with 86% guest engagement
Abu Dhabi’s hotels hosted 2.41 million guests in the first five months of last year, reflecting the sector’s continued growth. Industry leaders emphasize the importance of guest interaction, highlighting that timely responses to reviews play a key role in maintaining the emirate’s reputation as a world-class destination
Saudi Arabia enters global art market: Sotheby’s first auction in Riyadh
With high-profile collectors, art lovers, and travelers converging for this event, it’s clear that Saudi Arabia is stepping into the global spotlight in a new way
Iconic Dubai Fountain shut for five months to undergo major upgrade
Dubai’s most iconic water attraction, the Dubai Fountain, is set to temporarily close for five months starting May 2025 as part of a major renovation and technological enhancement project
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