Author: Abdul.Wasey

Summer in Switzerland brings with it a sense of lightness, with long days spent outdoors and nature taking on new meaning. Just minutes from the buzz of the city, yet completely secluded in the rolling hills, the Dolder Grand is one of the best bases in Zurich to enjoy outdoor living in the season. The iconic city resort comes to life with countless outdoor dining, leisure and wellness experiences designed to leave guests feeling refreshed and renewed. Dining moves al fresco in the summer, with panoramic views of Zurich, the lake and the Alps from almost every spot of the…

Dubai : As temperatures rise across the city, Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek is inviting residents and visitors to rediscover one of Dubai’s most iconic addresses through the launch of 75 COOL, a summer-long celebration that pays tribute to the year the hotel first opened its doors and helped shape the emirate’s hospitality landscape. Located on the banks of the historic Dubai Creek, the property has witnessed the city’s remarkable transformation over the past five decades. Since welcoming its first guests in 1975, the hotel has remained a defining landmark within Old Dubai, offering a distinctive perspective on the…

Marking the beginning of the new Hijri year, Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah announces the completion of the full renovation and refurbishment of one of its hotel towers, reaffirming its commitment to providing an elevated hospitality experience in the heart of the Holy City. The project included the modernization of guest rooms and suites, featuring refreshed interiors, refined furnishings, enhanced lighting, and premium finishes. The redesigned accommodations offer greater comfort and functionality, delivering a more seamless guest experience while preserving the distinctive character of the Hyatt Regency brand. Inside the renovated Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah tower Ideally located just…

Strengthened in stature as the leading global business aviation show DUBAi :  The business aviation community will reunite in Dubai when the 11th edition of the MEBAA Show opens on 8th December at Dubai World Central.  Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, MEBAA Show 2026 is highly anticipated as the region emerges strong and open for business. The show draws on the success of MEBAA Show 2024, which welcomed 10,000 attendees from over…

Since November 2022, largest known retrofit programme has delivered full nose-to-tail refreshes across 47 A380s and 53 Boeing 777s Over half of the 219 aircraft slated for retrofit will be complete by December 2026 Dubai : Emirates has reached a landmark 100 aircraft refurbished under its retrofit programme, the largest known undertaken by any airline globally. Since work began in November 2022, 47 Airbus A380s and 53 Boeing 777s have been given a complete nose-to-tail refresh at the Emirates Engineering hangars in Dubai. By the end of December 2026, around 20 additional aircraft will be upgraded, moving the airline significantly past…

TOKYO : For the latest in its ‘Best of Japan’ series, Palace Hotel Tokyo is launching ‘Couture Tokyo: The Art of Japanese Fashion’, a stay package created to elevate travelers’ understanding of Japanese culture and aesthetics through the lens of fashion and textile artistry. Designed to highlight the substance and creativity behind Japanese fashion design and sensibilities, the experience is anchored by an insider’s introduction to some of Japan’s most exemplary brands with a selection of tours curated by Kaori Nakano, a scholar of fashion and luxury culture. What the Couture Tokyo package includes The ‘Couture Tokyo: The Art of Japanese…

Radisson Hotel Group continued to accelerate its growth strategy in the first half of 2026, signing and opening 160 hotels, representing more than 22,000 keys. This sustained momentum reflects continued owner confidence in the Group’s brands and ability to generate compelling results, alongside continued demand for high-quality branded hospitality across global markets. During the first half of the year, the Group strengthened its presence across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific through a combination of signings, openings, market entries, and brand extensions. Activity continues to be driven by a diversified portfolio spanning luxury, lifestyle, upscale, resort, conversion, and…

Muscat  : Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort & Spa invites travellers to discover why Oman’s famed “Green Mountain” Jabal Akhdar stands out as one of the region’s most famous summer retreats. Perched high in the majestic Al Hajar Mountain range, this extraordinary destination offers 15-degree cooler climates with breathtaking canyon vistas. With immersive cultural experiences not found elsewhere in the GCC, it creates the perfect setting to reconnect with nature, Arabian heritage, and relaxation. Jabal Akhdar offers something for everybody including a vibrant Omani street food scene, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, Museums, traditional Souqs (Nizwa) and numerous hiking trails that…

Jeddah :  The Consulate General of India in Jeddah successfully hosted “India: Wellness & Flavours” on 12 July 2026 at the Park Hyatt Hotel. The prestigious event served as a vibrant celebration of India’s ancient wellness philosophy through Yoga and the agricultural richness of its renowned mango harvest. The gathering attracted a high-profile guest list, including senior dignitaries from Saudi Arabia’s Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Media, and Environment, Water and Agriculture. Also in attendance were members of the diplomatic corps, leading business figures, steadfast friends of India, and representatives of the Indian diaspora in the Kingdom. In his keynote address,…

The partnership combines Kanoo Travel’s regional leadership with Yatra’s enterprise travel and expense management technology, marking Yatra’s first significant international expansion and establishing a platform for long-term growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing business travel markets Manama :  Kanoo Travel, a division of the Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Group and one of the MENA region’s largest travel management companies, announced a strategic partnership with Yatra Online Limited (BSE: 543992, NSE: YATRA), India’s leading corporate travel and expense management company, to transform enterprise travel across the region. The partnership combines Kanoo Travel’s regional leadership with Yatra’s enterprise travel and expense…