Author: Abdul.Wasey

Jeddah: Arabian Entertainment Co. Ltd. has announced the opening of a new Ocean Basket restaurant at Jeddah Park, marking another milestone in the international seafood brand’s expansion in Saudi Arabia. The new location is the brand’s second branch in the Kingdom, following the launch of its first restaurant in Jazan, as it continues to introduce its Mediterranean-inspired seafood dining experience to more customers. The opening ceremony took place on June 24, 2026, welcoming distinguished guests, media representatives and content creators. The restaurant officially opened to the public on June 25, offering residents and visitors a new destination for seafood dining…

Riyadh : The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia is proud to announce the winner of the 2026 Leadership Award: Muin Serhan, CEO of Amsa Hospitality. The accolade – which recognises the visionary leaders driving excellence, innovation, and lasting impact across Saudi Arabia’s hospitality industry – was presented at FHS Saudi Arabia, currently taking place at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh. Muin Serhan was crowned this year’s winner after receiving the highest overall score across four key assessment areas: Leadership and Industry Achievement, Contribution to Saudi Arabia’s Hospitality Vision, Mentorship and Role Model Impact, and Community, Sustainability and Long-Term…

Where Mediterranean charm meets a surprising Arabic connection Dubai : For travelers from the GCC seeking a destination that combines European elegance, rich history, family-friendly experiences, and warm hospitality, Malta offers a refreshing alternative. Nestled in the heart of the Mediterranean, this island nation seamlessly blends centuries of civilizations, creating a destination that feels both familiar and wonderfully new. Here are seven reasons why Malta deserves a place on every GCC travel itinerary. A European Destination with an Unexpected Arabic Connection Why Malta suits GCC travelers One of Malta’s most fascinating surprises for GCC travelers is its language. Maltese is…

ATM 2026 to take place from 14-17 September 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai and the wider GCC continue to demonstrate operational resilience, global connectivity and coordinated tourism leadership ATM conference programme to spotlight resilience, crisis preparedness, traveller confidence, innovation and future tourism growth across the Global Stage, Future Stage and Experience Hub   Dubai : Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 has reinforced Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most resilient and best-prepared destinations for global travel and tourism, as the industry continues to navigate the evolving market conditions. Taking place from 14-17 September 2026 at Dubai World…

Dubai : Dubai Airports has unveiled the new design of its Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower at Dubai International (DXB), transforming one of the airport’s most recognisable landmarks into an expression of national pride at Dubai’s global front door. The tower now places the UAE flag at the heart of the airport, visible to every guest arriving at and departing from the city. The unveiling was marked by a special ceremonial airside event, featuring a Dubai Police parade with the ATC tower as its backdrop. Senior leaders from Dubai Airports, operational teams and oneDXB partners attended the occasion, which celebrated…

Riyadh :  Al Khozama, in partnership with Ethar Al Jawdah, has announced the development of The Mark in Riyadh’s Al Ghadeer District on the sidelines of FHS. The project will be a mixed-use destination bringing together business, hospitality, and lifestyle through a long-term investment vision. Developed on a site of approximately 16,000 square meters, The Mark will feature more than 25,000 square meters of Grade-A office space, alongside over 3,200 square meters of retail, dining, and lifestyle experiences, creating an integrated urban environment for businesses, visitors, and residents. The project will also include Al Faisaliah Hotel as its main hospitality…

THE 142-KEY HOTEL, PART OF THE MIXED-USE KAYAN AVENUES DEVELOPMENT, IS SCHEDULED TO OPEN IN Q4 2026 AND WILL MARK THE FIRST HANDWRITTEN COLLECTION PROPERTY TO OPEN IN SAUDI ARABIA.   RIYADH : Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, and Amsa Hospitality, a leading Saudi hospitality development and management company, announce the signing of The Palm Qassim – Handwritten Collection, marking their first project in Qassim as both groups expand across Saudi Arabia’s emerging destinations in line with Vision 2030. Scheduled to open in Q4 2026, the newly built hotel will form part of the mixed-use Kayan Avenues development and will mark…

RIYADH : Following the success of their ongoing partnership in Tabuk, Sophos Hotels Co. and SAS Hotels Co. are pleased to announce a new agreement for the management of the Four Points by Sheraton Hafar Al Batin, KSA, scheduled to open in July 2026.This second project marks another important milestone in their partnership and reinforces both parties’ commitment to supporting the growth of Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector. Located in Hafar Al Batin, a Blooming city in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province and a key gateway for regional travel and trade, the hotel is well positioned to serve diversified demand. The property…

Radisson Hotel Group continues to expand in Saudi Arabia, with 50 hotels open and under development across the Kingdom. Saudi Arabia is now one of the Group’s top five global markets and one of its largest development opportunities in the Middle East. The Group maintained strong development momentum in Saudi Arabia year-to-date through 2025 and 2026, signing over 1,500 keys. This continued growth reflects sustained owner confidence in the Kingdom, as well as strong demand across key Saudi cities driven by business travel, religious tourism, extended stays, and destination development. Recent openings have added more than 1,200 keys to the…

Geneva –The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the number of entities participating in the Supporting Alliance for CORSIA Eligible Emissions Unit     (EEU) Supply has reached 50, with two important developments: The Governments of Guyana, Madagascar, the United Kingdom, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, have signed the Aviation Carbon Market Compact and joined the Supporting Alliance. Several other national governments have expressed their interest in joining the initiative, including Peru. The International Emissions Trading Association (IETA) and the Verified Carbon Market Collaborative, data partner Sylvera, and Airbus have also joined and are providing technical and financial support to the Alliance’s activities. The Alliance aims…