Author: Abdul.Wasey

Castle stays, wellness escapes and scenic journeys create unforgettable experiences for couples seeking romance in every season Dubai : From waking up in a centuries-old castle to unwinding in world-renowned spa resorts and exploring storybook towns, Germany offers honeymoon experiences that combine romance, culture and nature in one unforgettable journey. The German National Tourist Office (GNTO) is showcasing the country’s diverse collection of destinations for couples from the GCC looking for a honeymoon beyond the traditional beach escape. With convenient air connections from across the region, premium accommodation and an extensive transport network, Germany allows couples to experience several destinations in…

Mark the occasion with Middle Eastern flavors, memorable family moments, and wellness experiences for all ages. KSA — In celebration of Saudi National Day, Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa has curated a special island escape for Saudi travelers looking to spend the occasion with family and loved ones. Throughout September, guests can enjoy a program of experiences created with the occasion in mind, from familiar Middle Eastern flavors and a special Beach Market on 23 September to wellness experiences and activities for younger guests. With the National holiday taking place from 23 to 26 September, the extended break is…

The Middle East’s largest sports and entertainment festival returns to The Sevens Stadium from Friday 27 to Sunday 29 November 2026, ahead of the UAE National Day holiday 2026 brings the festival’s biggest family offering to date in celebration of the UAE’s Year of the Family, including the UAE’s biggest-ever inflatable kids’ zone, a Ferris wheel and zipline Dubai will open the HSBC SVNS Series 2027, while Gaelic Football joins rugby, netball, cricket, fitness and padel as the sixth sport on the Emirates Dubai 7s programme International music headliners will perform across all three nights, with the full entertainment line-up…

Qatar today welcomed its first leisure charter flight from Yerevan, Armenia, at Hamad International Airport (HIA), marking an important milestone in the continued growth of inbound leisure tourism and the diversification of source markets. Operated by FlyOne in partnership with Rustar Tour Operator, the service connects Yerevan (EVN) and Doha (DOH) with a weekly Airbus A320 operation. Running until 15 May 2027, t charter programme is expected to bring approximately 6,500 visitors from Armenia to Qatar over the contracted operating period. The service is the first leisure charter flight to arrive in Qatar following the recent regional operational disruption, signalling…

AVIAREPS to support Etihad Cargo’s sales, customer service and market development following the launch of direct flights to Tashkent Dubai : AVIAREPS, the global leader in aviation, tourism and hospitality representation with 77 offices in 71 countries around the world, has been appointed as Cargo General Sales Agent (Cargo GSA) for Etihad Cargo in Uzbekistan. Etihad Cargo is the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates. Based in Abu Dhabi, Etihad Cargo provides air freight solutions across major global trade lanes, connecting Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas…

Krishna Mohan appointed Loyalty Director to lead the company’s expansion across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and MENA Riyadh : Loyalty & Reward Co, the world’s only global pure-play loyalty consultancy, has officially opened its Middle East office in Dubai, UAE and appointed Krishna Mohan as Loyalty Director (MENA), strengthening its presence across the Middle East and North Africa. The Dubai office marks the expansion of the company’s global network, which includes New York, London, Tokyo, Sydney, and Melbourne, and will support clients across the region as loyalty strategies increasingly shift towards payments, digital ecosystems, and customer data.(Loyalty & Reward Co)…

Senior leaders from Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism, King Salman Gate Project, Red Sea Global, King Saud University, Qiddiya and Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism to explore education, career pathways and leadership development The Future Stage will examine the talent required to support Saudi Arabia’s ambition to attract 150 million visitors and create more than one million tourism jobs by 2030 Taking place from 8-10 September at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center (RFECC), WTM Spotlight Riyadh will connect the world to Saudi Arabia and Saudi Arabia to the world Riyadh : As Saudi Arabia moves into the next…

The Marmara Hotels and PURO Hotels will add 15 hotels to the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme The two brands joining Global Hotel Alliance Dubai : Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, is expanding its portfolio with two regional hospitality brands from Turkey and Poland. These brands joining GHA reflect the growing appeal of the alliance model among independent hotel companies looking to expand internationally, while retaining their local cultural appeal and individual identity that has established them in their home countries. Together, The Marmara Hotels and PURO Hotels will add 15 hotels to GHA DISCOVERY,…

                 By Fayez Saad   Why the future of hotels, restaurants and destinations may depend on giving the same space multiple lives A hotel lobby used to have a fairly straightforward job. You walked through it on your way to reception, perhaps sat down for a few minutes, met someone or waited for your room. Today, that same lobby might be a coffee shop in the morning, an informal workspace in the afternoon, a meeting place before dinner and a social venue in the evening. The walls haven’t moved. The furniture may not have either. What has changed is what…

New analysis reveals how investors, entrepreneurs and business leaders are adapting the way they travel as opportunities accelerate across the Kingdom and wider GCC What VISTA’s data shows about Saudi executive travel Riyadh : As Saudi Arabia’s innovation economy continues to evolve, with artificial intelligence accelerating transformation across sectors, new insights from Vista—the world’s leading private aviation group—reveal how changing business behavior is reshaping executive mobility in the Kingdom. While much of the focus is on the digital infrastructure powering Saudi Arabia’s transformation, Vista is seeing the shift reflected in how customers plan and execute their travel. As technology enables faster…