Key partners including Dubai Airports, Emirates and Beautiful Destinations joined DET on stage to discuss collaborative efforts in enhancing Dubai’s global appeal DET’s bi-annual event, held at Global Village, courtesy of Dubai Holding Entertainment, was attended by more than 1,200 stakeholders from across the city’s tourism ecosystem Dubai : The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) hosted its second and final City Briefing of 2025 on 9 December, bringing together more than 1,200 stakeholders from across the hospitality, aviation, retail, and F&B sectors, as well as government entities and members of the media, to reflect on the collective…
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A season of music, design, and immersive experiences along Shura Island’s pristine shores This season, The Red Sea EDITION invites guests to experience a modern coastal escape along Saudi Arabia’s most captivating shoreline. From 24 December 2025 to 6 January 2026, guests can enjoy a refined getaway available across all room types, including a lavish daily breakfast, a vibrant daily entertainment program, and an exceptional 31 December celebration featuring world-class performances. The resort’s signature programming elevates every day of the festive period. Guests can immerse themselves in the electrifying Jiwa Sound Series, featuring resident DJs, live percussion, and dynamic beachfront…
Opening 2026 – A luxury wellness sanctuary uniting evidence-based practices and holistic traditions to inspire wellbeing across generations and cultures. Jayasom, the global integrative wellness hospitality brand, has announced its inaugural flagship property at AMAALA on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast. Set to open in 2026, Jayasom Wellness Resort, AMAALA will unite evidence-based medicine, holistic healing traditions, and mindful living philosophies to inspire sustainable wellbeing across generations and cultures. True to its name, Jayasom – derived from ‘Jay’, meaning heart, and ‘Asom’, meaning place – embodies “a place for the heart”, a sanctuary created to help guests feel deeply connected…
Bringing strategic vision, creativity, and a decade of luxury hospitality expertise to drive impactful brand storytelling across three flagship properties Dubai : Marriott International has appointed Maria Turkmani as the new Multi-Property Marketing & PR Manager for Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf, Marriott Executive Apartments Al Jaddaf and Marriott Executive Apartments Dubai Creek. Tasked with driving strategic growth and brand storytelling, Maria will lead marketing and communications initiatives designed to enhance visibility, strengthen positioning and build guest engagement across the cluster. Maria’s leadership will bring a fresh perspective to the Al Jaddaf cluster. Her focus will be on creative brand campaigns, innovative…
Guests are invited to unwind in a tranquil setting where luxury, gastronomy, and immersive experiences come together for an unforgettable three-day journey. The Red Sea : This December, Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea welcomes Michelin-starred Chef Julia Komp for a three-day culinary showcase set against the majestic golden dunes of Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast. Known as Germany’s youngest female chef to earn a Michelin star, Chef Julia has forged her reputation through a global culinary journey, drawing inspiration from kitchens across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, infusing those influences into her modern European cuisine. Spanning three days…
Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its latest financial outlook for the global airline industry showing a stabilization of profitability even as supply chain issues persist. Highlights include: Airlines are expected to achieve a combined total net profit of $41 billion in 2026 (up from $39.5 billion in 2025). While this would set a new record, the net profit margin is expected to be unchanged from 2025 at 3.9%. Net profit per passenger transported is expected to be $7.90 (below the 2023 high of $8.50, and unchanged from 2025). Operating profit in 2026 is expected to be $72.8 billion (up from…
AVIAREPS wins the 2025 World’s Leading Airline GSA award Dubai : AVIAREPS, the global leader in aviation, tourism, and hospitality representation with 76 offices in 71 countries worldwide, has been awarded “World’s Leading Airline GSA” at the World Travel Awards 2025. The award ceremony took place in Bahrain on December 6th and celebrated outstanding achievements across all sectors of the global travel, tourism, and hospitality industries. Voted on by tourism professionals from around the world, the award reflects the industry’s confidence in AVIAREPS’ leadership, expertise, and service excellence. AVIAREPS was founded by Michael Gaebler in 1994 in Munich, Germany, with the ambition of helping…
Riyadh : Kuuru, from the renowned Leylaty Hospitality Group has established itself as a distinguished destination within Saudi Arabia’s dining scene, defined by an authentic approach to True Nikkei cuisine shaped by cultural depth and refined technique. The restaurant’s interiors set the tone for the experience, defined by an atmosphere of discovery and understated luxury. Inca-inspired accents, sculptural wall textures, and refined finishes form a narrative that blends cultural richness with contemporary elegance. The space balances elevated Japanese satai-style influences with a bold Peruvian spirit, resulting in a setting that feels both sophisticated and quietly unexpected. At the heart of…
Riyadh Air’s AI‑powered operations create agility across the business and unify employee and guest experiences, setting a new benchmark in aviation RIYADH : At IBM Think Riyadh 2025, IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Riyadh Air announced a major milestone in their collaboration, unveiling Riyadh Air as the world’s first AI-native airline. Designed from the ground up without legacy patchwork, these AI-driven operations provide the foundation to transform guest and employee experiences and set a new benchmark for innovation in the aviation industry. Riyadh Air is leveraging IBM Consulting’s deep industry and technical expertise, broad partner ecosystem, and IBM watsonx Orchestrate to operate as an AI-native…
Geneva : The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released a report revealing that Air Traffic Control (ATC) delays in Europe have more than doubled over the last decade, causing significant disruption for passengers. Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM) delays in the region rose by 114% in the period 2015-2024. This is against a rise of only 6.7% in flight numbers over the same period. The analysis excluded delays caused by weather. Flight cancellations induced by ATC strikes were also not included in the analysis. Capacity limitations and staff shortages account for the majority of delays, issues that have been known for…