New series, developed in partnership with More Than Just Parks, will showcase hidden regions across the state for travelers Dubai : Visit California has launched a new film series that will take viewers beyond the state’s gateway cities and into the heart of California’s rural regions. The series has been created to entice and inspire Middle East residents to discover California’s hidden gems and is being launched prior to the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament, when many visitors from the Middle East are expected to make their way to North America for the tournament and to California specifically. Produced…
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eVisas replace visa vignette stickers, removing the need for passport retention for most customers People can apply for visas for other countries while the UK visa decision is in progress UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) is introducing a major upgrade to its visa application process with the continued rollout of eVisas. From 25 February 2026, most UK visa customers will benefit from this digital transformation. The eVisa system replaces traditional visa vignette stickers in passports, meaning customers will no longer need to part with their passport while a decision is being made on their application. It also means customers…
Ajman : The Superyacht Service Centre (SYSC) in Ajman has completed its final operational phases, marked by the activation of vital infrastructure and the commissioning of core technical service capabilities. This milestone reinforces its position as one of the most advanced specialist refit and maintenance centres for superyachts in the region. Purpose-built to meet the growing demands of the Middle East’s yacht market, the centre represents a strategic expansion in Gulf Craft Group’s more than four decades of excellence in marine manufacturing and services. SYSC is set to play a key role in strengthening the UAE’s national capacity to provide…
Ramadan nights, homegrown coffee concepts and international equestrian sport set the scene throughout the Holy Month Abu Dhabi : Ramadan at Al Khail Square offers a month-long programme of dining, entertainment and equestrian sport, transforming the destination into one of the capital’s most distinctive evening experiences during the Holy Month. Throughout Ramadan, Al Khail Square becomes a vibrant gathering space where families, friends and the wider community come together across landscaped courtyards, lifestyle pop-ups and the Arcades. Each evening blends hospitality, culture and sport in a setting that reflects the spirit of the season. While guests enjoy a cup of…
Record Year Drives more than 170 New Signings and 126 Openings Across the EMEA Region Dubai : As international travel continues to perform strongly across Europe, the Middle East, Eurasia and Africa (EMEA), Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is accelerating strategic expansion across the region, responding to growing demand for unique experiences and emerging destinations. In 2025, the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with approximately 8,300 hotels globally, delivered robust growth across EMEA. During the year, Wyndham delivered record growth in the region with 173 new signings and opened 126 hotels, and more than 11,500 rooms — spanning economy through luxury.…
Jeddah : Saudi Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO), in collaboration with King Abdulaziz University, successfully concluded a Marketing Hackathon designed to give university students hands on exposure to real commercial challenges. The initiative reflects a shared focus on applied learning, innovation, and strengthening graduate readiness through meaningful collaboration between academia and the private sector. The hackathon brought together 30 students from King Abdulaziz University who worked in teams to develop solutions grounded in real SADAFCO business needs. Students tackled two business case tracks covering the Snacks Category and the Culinary Category, building concepts that required marketing thinking, problem solving, teamwork,…
Dubai / Munich : dailypoint™ – The CDP for CRM & Loyalty – today announces a strategic partnership with Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. Through this collaboration, GHA’s global portfolio of member hotels will gain exclusive access to dailypoint™, the world’s #1 Hotel CRM and email marketing solution, as recognised by HotelTechAwards. The partnership enables GHA member brands to strengthen direct guest relationships and communication, increase direct bookings, and activate first-party guest data more effectively across the entire guest journey. Exclusive Access to the #1 Hotel CRM & Email Marketing System As guest expectations for…
Maldives : Embrace the joyous spirit of Eid surrounded by boundless natural beauty and barefoot elegance at Four Seasons Maldives. Guests can choose to spend this auspicious time with a lush island retreat at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa or soak up the secluded UNESCO wilderness of Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru. Each serene sanctuary presents a unique array of curated spa treatments, wellness journeys, and exceptional dining, set the stage for a memorable Eid escape in the Maldives. Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa Framed by lush tropical gardens and azure waters, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa envelopes guests in an…
A refined mocktail and dessert pairing celebrating strength, grace and individuality Dubai : This International Women’s Day, Zenon at Kempinski Central Avenue invites women to pause, sip and celebrate. On Sunday, 8 March, the futuristic dining destination marks the occasion with a thoughtful gesture with a complimentary signature mocktail and dessert created exclusively to honour modern womanhood in all its forms. Available throughout the day, the experience centres on Hera’s Glow, a delicately crafted mocktail inspired by the quiet confidence and resilience of today’s woman. Vibrant Strawberry puree is brightened with zesty lemonade, softened by a silken cloud of Coco…
The World’s 50 Best-ranked concept enters Europe through a strategic partnership with DB Group Cannes, France : Kokoro Handroll Bar, the internationally acclaimed Dubai-born concept known for redefining the modern handroll experience, will open its first international location in Cannes on the French Riviera. The flagship will occupy a prime address on La Croisette and is being developed through a strategic partnership with DB Group, the hospitality company founded and led by David Barokas. The opening marks a pivotal moment for Kokoro Handroll Bar as it enters the European market, placing the brand at the center of one of the world’s most visible and culturally influential…