Middle East
Emaar Hospitality announces 5 new hotels ahead of Expo 2020 Dubai
Emaar Hospitality has announced the opening of five new hotels in Dubai as the group strengthens its role at Expo 2020 Dubai.
Several flights cancelled as Philippine’s Clark Int’l Airport closes after 6.1 earthquake
Several domestic and international flights in Philippines’ Clark International Airport scheduled on Monday night, 22 April, and Tuesday, 23 April, were cancelled following the 6.1 magnitude earthquake that rocked Luzon on Monday afternoon.
IHG’s first voco in ME: “The reception has been overwhelmingly positive”
We got in touch with the GM of the first voco in the Middle East and asked him to spill the beans about the brand’s plan and the highlights of the new hotel.
ATM 2019: Saudi tourism sector worth over USD70bn in 2019
Data from the World Travel and Tourism Council has revealed that Saudi Arabia’s travel and tourism sector is expected to contribute USD 70.9 billion (SAR 263.1 billion) in total to the country’s GDP in 2019.
Travel tech this week: Uber’s “Women Preferred View” and more
This week, we saw incredible features from the ride-hailing and car rental sector. Following Saudi Arabia’s grant license to drive to women, Uber launches women-only drivers. Meanwhile, Europcar creates a road trip planning tool to help you embark on an epic adventure.
5 destinations rising in popularity among Brits
London Stansted Airport reveals Athens and Vienna have risen in popularity over the last five years among British passengers.
Amadeus provides operational engine at Abu Dhabi’s Midfield terminal
Travel tech specialist Amadeus has revealed its new deal with Etihad Airways to transform the UAE carrier’s global load control system and boost the efficiency of the its operation capability.sp
WiT ME 2019: Middle East is the “golden goose” of travel
Movers and shakers of the Middle East online travel industry gathered at WiT Middle East 2019 in Dubai on 9 April to unlock the potential of a fast-changing market being driven by youths.
5 countries with the biggest increase in popularity
Exotic destinations are rising in popularity as travellers are shunning traditional holiday destinations.
Hotelbeds adds 25,000 beds with Turkey’s biggest leisure hotel operator
Hotelbeds has announced a strategic distribution partnership with Kilit Hospitality Group, Turkey’s largest leisure hotel company.
Hot hotel openings: EHG brings “something new to the hospitality table”
On this week's edition of hot hotel openings, we've got a standout in the skyline of Hanoi, a 5-star hotel in the French Alps, a Radisson Blu in the Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter and more.
Cruises for solo travellers and adventurers on the rise
According to independent research conducted by cruise agency, Cruise 118, cruising is a popular choice for solo travellers across all age groups.
0% beef: Vegan hots spots around the world
As evidenced by the creation of the ‘Impossible Burger’ (and its subsequent appearance at Burger King this week), a meat-free patty which mimics the flavour and running-juices of real cooked flesh, the popularity of plant-based alternatives has never been more popular.
Accor and Marriott dominate in ME
Industry analyst STR has revealed that the Accor and Marriott International brands have the highest number of rooms in the hospitality market in the Middle East.
Making a difference: Central Hotels renew ties with UNICEF
Hotel group Central Hotels and UNICEF renewed their partnership to help some of the thousands of children fleeing poverty and conflict in the Middle East.
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