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Qatar invites GCC families to explore top waterparks

Families across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are invited to experience Qatar's premier waterparks and aquatic attractions this summer, as part of the Hala Summer 2026 programme by Visit Qatar.…

Leylaty expands with new Riyadh catering facility

Leylaty Hospitality Group has announced the opening of a state-of-the-art catering facility in Riyadh, marking a significant expansion for the renowned Saudi Arabian hospitality brand. This strategic move aims to…

Riyadh Air Opens Tickets to Five New Dreamliner Routes

Riyadh Air opens tickets to five new routes Riyadh Air has opened public ticket sales for five new destinations—Cairo, Dubai, Jeddah, Madrid and Manchester—marking a major milestone for Saudi Arabia’s new…

Industry News

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VFS Global joins Dubai’s Flame Tree Initiative

ADPIC unveils framework to boost Abu Dhabi infrastructure

Accor appoints Laurent Choain to lead people & culture

Hyatt appoints S. Vidyashankar as HR vice president

Abu Dhabi launches art customs duty waiver programme

UAE hosts OT Security First Forum in Abu Dhabi

Türkiye’s Antep İşi embroidery gains UNESCO recognition

Oman leads in talabat’s digital charity initiative

Emrecan Ergin is Plaza Premium Group’s new vice-president for the Middle East and Africa

Soneva Group announces three key appointments to its leadership team

Jumierah appoints Xander Labuschange as General Manager of Hospitality for Jumeirah Thanda Safari

Karim Bizid takes chief operating officer post at Chedi Hospitality

TDM Events & Awards

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on September 24, 2026

TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Middle East 2026

Celebrate the pinnacle of travel and hospitality. Nominate your brand for the region’s premier awards program honoring innovation, leadership, and excellence. Submissions close Jun 28, 2026. Join the industry's elite in Dubai this September.

on October 15, 2026

Inspiring Women in Travel Asia Awards 2026

Elevating the voices of women leaders in the travel industry. Join us in celebrating excellence, mentorship, and innovation across Asia. Nominate a trailblazer today for our 2026 ceremony in Bangkok and join a community dedicated to gender diversity and leadership.

on October 15, 2026

TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Thailand 2026

Celebrating the pinnacle of achievement in Thailand’s travel trade. Join us at the gala ceremony in Bangkok on October 15, 2026. Recognition for top-tier hospitality, aviation, and tech innovators. Enter your nomination today!

on November 11, 2026

TDM Global Summit Singapore – 2026

An exclusive invitation-only gathering of 200+ C-Suite travel and hospitality executives. Join us on Nov 11 in Singapore for high-impact networking, strategic insights, and discussions on the future of travel tech and regional growth. Shape the industry’s tomorrow.

on November 12, 2026

TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Asia 2026

Honoring the trailblazers of the APAC travel industry. Join us in Singapore on Nov 24 to celebrate regional excellence in aviation, hospitality, and travel tech. Nominations close Sept 26, 2026. Showcase your brand’s impact on the global stage.

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Hotel brands flock to Abu Dhabi as wealthy tourists convert into luxury homeowners

As Abu Dhabi cements its position as one of the Middle East's fastest-growing luxury real estate destinations, the intersection of wealth migration, tourism growth, and hospitality-led developments is reshaping…

Dubai expands waterfront infrastructure as Dubai Harbour launches 7,500-apartment expansion

Dubai’s tourism and hospitality sectors are set to receive a significant infrastructure boost with the opening of a new direct bridge connecting Sheikh Zayed Road to Dubai Harbour. The project,…

Beyond the buzzwords: HOFTEL’s Simon Allison outlines new priorities for hospitality investors

With all the factors currently impacting the global economy, it goes without saying that global travel, tourism, and hospitality are feeling their effects, both positive and negative. Hospitality investment, in…

Gulf states accelerate hotel expansions as conflict drives down regional arrivals

The Middle East’s hospitality sector is navigating a complex landscape in 2026. While regional tourism demand has softened amid geopolitical tensions and higher travel costs, governments and investors continue to…

UAE hotels lift premium occupancy as commercial real estate market tightens

The Middle East hospitality sector finds itself at an important crossroads in 2026. While geopolitical tensions and regional uncertainty have created short-term volatility across several markets, underlying demand drivers remain…

Dakhliyah tourism surges 22% as Oman pushes Vision 2040 diversification

As destinations across the Middle East compete to diversify their tourism offerings beyond coastal resorts and urban attractions, Oman’s Dakhliyah Governorate is quietly establishing itself as one of the…

UAE hotels see surge in weekend bookings as regional tensions alter travel habits

As travel patterns across the Gulf continue to evolve, the UAE hospitality sector is witnessing a significant shift in demand dynamics. Eid holidays, extended weekends, and the growing preference…

MICE

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Arabian Travel Market 2026 rescheduled for September

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 has announced new dates for its upcoming event, now scheduled for 14–17 September 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This decision follows extensive consultations…

Visit Oman signs MICE partnership agreements

Omani national tourism firm Visit Oman announced strategic partnerships with three leading exhibition organisers to bolster the country's Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector throughout 2026. The agreements were…

West Asia tourism tanking as Iran conflict enters second month

With the Iran Conflict about to mark its first month, there has already been a considerable loss of life and livelihood throughout West Asia. Tourism, one of the key contributors…

ATM 2026 rescheduled from May to August

RX has confirmed that the 2026 edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, originally scheduled to take place from 4–7 May 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre, will now take place…

Interviews

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Hotel brands flock to Abu Dhabi as wealthy tourists convert into luxury homeowners

Beyond the buzzwords: HOFTEL’s Simon Allison outlines new priorities for hospitality investors

UAE hotels see surge in weekend bookings as regional tensions alter travel habits

Roseate House New Delhi targets record RevPAR as airport proximity drives MICE surge

Ras Al Khaimah scales luxury hotel pipeline as CEO chases 2030 visitor goals

Sustainability is not driven by one person, its embedded into our daily operations and mindset: Chesnais

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