Author: Abdul.Wasey

Ahmed Abdul Wasey Managing Editor, Eat 'N Stays Ahmed Abdul Wasey is the Managing Editor in  Eat 'N Stays, overseeing all editorial coverage of travel, hospitality, and food across Saudi Arabia and the wider Gulf region. He sets the publication's editorial direction and reviews coverage across hotels, restaurants, tourism, cruise, and industry news before it publishes. Have a story tip, correction, or question about our coverage? Reach Ahmed directly at pr@eatnstays.com.

Almarai

Results reflect Almarai’s resilient business model, supply chain, and massive logistic network despite costs and regional pressures. Almarai’s CEO: “We are confident in our strategy and commitment to food security, our leadership across target markets, and meeting consumer expectations.” Riyadh :  Almarai Company (“Almarai” or the “company”, 2280 on the Saudi Exchange), the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company in MENA, today announced strong financial results for the second quarter of 2026 (Q2) despite costs, shipping, and regional pressures. The strong performance is driven by strategic expansions, resilient supply chain,…

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The Dean Munich

A bold new era for Munich hospitality: 281 rooms, three bars, a contemporary Japanese restaurant and a city-wide curatorial story The Dean, the Irish-born lifestyle hotel brand known for delivering character-driven, culture-forward properties in compelling cities, opens The Dean Munich in July 2026. Located in the vibrant Westend neighbourhood, the 281-room hotel marks the brand’s largest property to date and its second opening in Germany, following The Dean Berlin in February 2026.  The 281-guestroom property follows the building’s layered story where guests can expect an elevated amenity offering, enhanced by bespoke DS & Durga fragrances inspired by Ireland’s natural landscape. Guestrooms are intentionally paired back, featuring…

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Flying solo emirates

Emirates is preparing for one of the busiest time periods for its Unaccompanied Minors Service, as families begin their summer holidays before the new school year in Dubai. Over the next two weeks, Emirates will welcome more than 3,500 children who will travel independently using the acclaimed family-friendly service. Over the past five years alone, more than 250,000 children have travelled with Emirates using its Unaccompanied Minors and Young Passenger services. Most young travellers are aged 11 years and under, with the busiest routes connecting Dubai with the UK, Russia, Kenya, France, India and Egypt. When children are flying without…

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Google

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world, continues the restoration of its Middle East network following a temporary suspension of services, resuming flights to Abu Dhabi starting July 1, 2026, Dammam starting July 10, 2026 and Kuwait starting July 11, 2026 and Bahrain starting July 16, 2026. These resumptions follow the restart of Dubai operations on June 9. Flag carrier has also increased its Dubai flight frequency from 7 to 14 weekly flights; effective June 25, 2026, Amman flight frequency from 14 to 21 weekly flights effective June 19, 2026 and Beirut…

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Global Hotel alliance

City Unscripted personalised city tours across 15 global destinations are part of GHA DISCOVERY Experiences 20% saving on City Unscripted experiences booked via the GHA website or mobile app Members can enjoy more than 2,500 Local Offers and Experiences throughout the year, available worldwide without booking a hotel stay Expansion reflects growing demand for immersive, experience-led travel and deeper connections with local cultures   Dubai :  Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, has expanded the portfolio of Local Offers and Experiences available through its GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme, in line with its Live Local concept, with a City Unscripted partnership. Responding…

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The Chedi Hegra

With summer in full swing, I wanted to share a few ongoing summer offerings at The Chedi Hegra, AlUla, in case they may be a good fit for any roundups or dedicated pieces you are currently working on. The Hegra Oasis A Day of Calm A refreshing one-day escape into stillness, where rest meets renewal beneath the AlUla sun. Designed for those craving a quiet pause, this is your moment to unwind. Experience Highlights One-night accommodation Day use of the pool Wellness activity of the day Afternoon snacks at Prima Classe Selection of flavored iced teas Price: SAR 1,950++ per package Valid until: August…

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Emirates graphic marking one million Starlink Wi-Fi connections onboard

DUBAI : Emirates customers have made more than one million connections to Starlink Wi-Fi since the service was introduced across the airline’s fleet 7 months ago, marking a major milestone in the evolution of inflight connectivity. More than a Petabyte of data has already been used by customers and feedback on the service has been exemplary – with many commenting that the Wi-Fi is ‘better than at home.’ With over 60 Starlink-equipped Emirates flights taking to the skies every day, customers are choosing to connect to high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi to stream content, join video calls, browse social media, game online and stay connected…

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Flyadeal

Milan And Prague Flights Now Operating as Part of Expanded Seasonal Programme Carrier Resumes Services to Sarajevo, Trabzon and Sharm El Sheikh Flyadeal Summer 2026 has officially taken off, with new flights to Milan and Prague now operating alongside services to five popular holiday destinations. The expanded seasonal programme marks flyadeal’s first services to Italy through Milan and the Czech Republic through Prague, giving travelers from Saudi Arabia greater access to two of Europe’s most popular cities.  The summer programme also sees the return of three popular seasonal destinations: Trabzon on Turkey’s Black Sea coast; Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia…

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California

Dubai  : The Perfect Base for Southern California Adventures Stay in the lap of the relaxed luxury lifestyle that is Newport Beach while enjoying easy access to world-famous attractions such as Disneyland Resort, Universal Studios, SeaWorld San Diego, downtown Los Angeles and California’s icon shopping destinations. It’s perfect for families, couples and for those that appreciate luxury at your leisure. Pleasant Coastal Weather Escape the extreme summer heat and enjoy Newport Beach’s refreshing coastal climate. Thanks to the Pacific Ocean, temperatures are typically around 22–27°C during summer making it comfortable for families to enjoy outdoor activities, waterfront dining, shopping, and beach experiences throughout…

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Kuala Lumpur skyline at sunset, host city of Citrawarna 2026

Travellers looking for a vibrant summer getaway are invited to experience Malaysia through Citrawarna Malaysia 2026 (Colours of Malaysia), one of the country’s most iconic cultural celebrations taking place from 24 to 26 July 2026 at Merdeka Square, Kuala Lumpur. Held in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026), the event will transform the heart of the capital into a spectacular showcase of Malaysia’s rich cultural diversity, traditions, cuisine and artistic heritage under the theme “The Rhythm. The Soul. The Nation.” Bringing together performers, artists and cultural communities from across the country, Citrawarna Malaysia 2026 offers visitors a unique opportunity to…

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