Author: Abdul.Wasey

A relaxed midweek evening of handcrafted dim sum, indulgent small bites, desserts and refreshing mocktails, every Wednesday for SAR 160 net per person. United Arab Emirates : Wednesday evenings are getting a delicious new upgrade as Shang Palace at Shangri-La Jeddah introduces its new Ladies Night, a relaxed midweek gathering created for good food, easy conversation and well-deserved time with friends. Taking place every Wednesday, the experience brings together Shang Palace’s signature culinary craftsmanship and playful sense of occasion through a generous menu designed for sharing. The evening begins with an exquisite selection of handcrafted dim sum, including Crystal Har…

Riyadh : The Tourism Development Fund (TDF), Saudi Arabia’s national steward of tourism investment, has announced the appointment of Ms. Mashail Mohammed Alkarni as its Official Spokesperson. The appointment forms part of TDF’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its corporate communications framework and enhance its media engagement channels, helping ensure consistent messaging and stronger engagement with the media and the wider public. In her new role, Ms. Alkarni will represent TDF in its media engagements, coordinate with media organizations, and oversee communications relating to official statements and announcements, ensuring that TDF’s institutional messages are communicated effectively and consistently while further strengthening…

GCC : This Saudi National Day on 23 September, City of Dreams Mediterranean is inviting travellers from the Kingdom to celebrate with an all-in-one Mediterranean escape in Limassol, Cyprus. Conveniently reached through Larnaca International Airport, the resort brings together exceptional dining, wellness, entertainment, shopping, family activities, and sports, allowing couples, families, and friends to enjoy everything from a holiday in one destination. Mornings can begin slowly with breakfast at Aura, the hotel’s all-day-dining restaurant. Guests can then unwind beside Cyprus’ largest pool complex, enjoy a restorative menu at Renu Spa, or browse the luxury boutiques within the resort. As evening…

With more than half of its Boeing 787 fleet now equipped, Qatar Airways is on track to complete Starlink rollout across this fleet type by the end of 2026 Over 23 million passengers have connected to Starlink onboard Qatar Airways since October 2024 DOHA, Qatar – Qatar Airways, the operator of the world’s first and largest Starlink-equipped widebody fleet, has become the first airline to operate Starlink-equipped Boeing 787-9 aircraft, globally. The carrier has also completed Starlink rollout across its Boeing 787-8 sub-fleet in seven months, bringing the total number of its Starlink-equipped widebody aircraft to 150. Qatar Airways…

Summer in Qatar offers families plenty of ways to keep young minds active and entertained. From immersive adventures and interactive museums to creative activities and educational attractions, children can learn, play and discover something new while enjoying quality time with the family. Whether they are exploring a colourful new world, getting closer to nature or putting their imagination to the test, Visit Qatar highlights some of the family-friendly destinations and experiences to discover this summer. ColorVerse Experience Step into a world of colour at the ColorVerse Experience, an immersive family attraction at the South Parking of Katara Cultural Village, running…

Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2026 IATA Cargo Experts Conference (CEC) will focus on practical ways to improve day-to-day air cargo operations through global standards, technology, and data. The conference will take place in Budapest, Hungary, on 23–24 September 2026. What the IATA Cargo Experts Conference will cover “CEC brings cargo experts together to share what works, tackle common challenges, and take away tangible ideas they can apply in their own organizations. The focus is on operations. For a business whose customers literally depend on reliable delivery each and every day, effective operations are essential to success,” said…

Dubai : Dubai Airports has launched a new series of welcome experiences at Dubai International (DXB), offering Arabian hospitality and warm, thoughtful moments of care for residents returning home after the summer, visitors arriving in Dubai, and guests transferring through the world’s busiest international airport. Across Terminal 3, the activations bring moments of connection to the airport journey, transforming spaces from Baggage Claim and Arrivals through to transit areas within DXB, into memorable experiences. Mascots from Dubai Police and the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDIFA) welcome younger guests, while live music from a local musician in the Arrivals…

By Fayez Saad Can destinations still afford to think in seasons? For decades, tourism has operated according to a fairly predictable calendar. Summer meant beaches and school holidays. Winter meant ski resorts and warmer destinations. Certain months brought crowds, higher room rates and fully booked restaurants, while others were quietly accepted as the “off-season”. Hotels could adjust staffing, airlines could plan capacity and destinations could build their marketing calendars around the assumption that travellers would arrive at roughly the same time every year. But what happens when those patterns become harder to predict? The off-season may not actually be disappearing,…

Dubai : As Mohamed Salah’s official move to Trabzonspor makes international headlines, attention is once again turning toward Trabzon—one of Türkiye’s most celebrated destinations on the Black Sea coast and a long-standing favorite among GCC travellers seeking nature, culture, and year-round family experiences. The renewed spotlight offers a timely opportunity to introduce Türkiye’s Black Sea jewel to millions of football fans across the region, while reinforcing the country’s growing profile as both a global tourism and sporting destination. The growing interest in Trabzon also reflects Türkiye’s increasingly prominent role at the intersection of international sport and travel. Over the past decade, the…

The resort introduces Rosewood’s sense of place philosophy, restorative wellbeing and residential style hospitality to AMAALA Inside Rosewood AMAALA Riyadh : Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, has announced the opening of Rosewood AMAALA, a luxury resort located at Triple Bay on Saudi Arabia’s northwestern Red Sea coast. The opening marks another milestone in the company’s strategy to establish AMAALA as the Kingdom’s flagship wellness destination. Inspired by the natural beauty of the Red Sea and the mountains of Tabuk, the low-density resort has been designed by Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel (ACPV) to sit gently within the…