Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, received the Best Food & Beverage in Europe award as part of the 2026 APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) Best Airline Awards. Receiving the accolade for the fifth time, flag carrier once again showcased its commitment to exceptional in-flight dining and its dedication to passenger satisfaction. The award was presented at the APEX Awards Ceremony held on 10 June in Dublin, Ireland, during the Future Travel Experience EMEA, Ancillary & Retailing Event. The 2026 APEX Awards were determined on the basis of unbiased, anonymous, and verified passenger feedback collected in partnership with TripIt®…
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Riyadh : Travelers worldwide are increasingly seeking integrated getaways that blend privacy, opulence, untouched nature, and diverse activities in one place. The Red Sea project in Saudi Arabia has emerged as a trailblazer in this shift, redefining high-end coastal tourism across the region. Today’s ideal vacation goes beyond booking a seaside room or lounging on the sand. It is a holistic escape—merging seclusion, elegance, calm, and comfort. Rising demand for premium marine destinations signals a clear change in tourist preferences, with exclusive islands and beachfront resorts becoming top picks for families, couples, and adventure-seekers alike. These enclaves offer far more…
Jeddah : flyadeal, the Saudia Group’s fast-growing low fare carrier, has been ranked the most on-time airline in the Middle East for May 2026 and the second most on-time airline across the Middle East & Africa region. This is according to the latest On-Time Performance (OTP) Report published by Cirium, a respected aviation analytics company. Cirium recorded flyadeal achieving 93.37% on-time arrival rate and a 95.61% on-time departure rate during May. This placed flyadeal on top of all airlines operating in the Middle East, while ranking second overall across the Middle East & Africa. This reinforces flyadeal’s reputation for consistent…
Dubai : Emirates has become the first airline in the world to offer Comprehensive Travel Cover, an industry-first travel insurance product that handles it all, including medical cover for conflict-related incidents, backed by airline-managed hotel accommodation and extended-stay support across a range of disruption scenarios. When itineraries include connecting on other airlines or Emirates services are unavailable, Emirates will also rebook disrupted customers to their destination at no additional cost, including where flights have been cancelled due to conflict-related disruption. Customers can now plan and travel with even greater peace of mind from the moment they book their journey, with…
United Arab Emirates : Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, marked World Sea Turtle Day with the release of 23 rehabilitated sea turtles into the Arabian Gulf. Among them was Foxy, a green turtle fitted with a satellite tracker through the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project (DTRP), allowing her journey to be monitored following release. With her release, the programme has now returned more than 100 satellite-tracked turtles to the wild. Foxy was rescued by a fisherman off the coast of Ras Al Khaimah in January 2025 after losing a front flipper. By chance,…
XO records 145% increase in digital enquiries for multi-city itineraries across the US, Canada and Mexico Average planned trip durations up 13% as travellers extend stays beyond the competition Saudi Arabia leading regional demand as travellers combine sport, business and leisure Dubai : The world’s biggest football tournament is reshaping how affluent Gulf travellers are planning their summer, with XO reporting a 145% increase in digital enquiries for multi-city itineraries spanning the United States, Canada and Mexico compared with the same period last year. The private aviation marketplace — part of UAE-based Vista, the world’s leading global private aviation group —…
Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expressed frustration that revisions to EU261 (Europe’s passenger rights regulations) stopped short of the meaningful reform needed to address the regulation’s deep flaws. The result is a missed opportunity with little to improve the passenger experience and nothing to shore-up European competitiveness. The only substantial changes with respect to disruptions were: The addition of a non-exhaustive list of extraordinary circumstances, albeit one which inexplicably fails to reinforce the industry’s safety-first approach, and A requirement for airports to have contingency plans for accommodation in the event of mass disruptions, which is a first…
From lakeside leisure and cultural discoveries to high-speed sporting spectacle, Geneva unveils a season defined by elegance, energy and world-class experiences Dubai : As summer settles over Geneva, Switzerland’s most cosmopolitan city reveals a different side of itself. The pace softens, terraces fill with conversation, and the shores of Lake Geneva become the focal point of daily life. Framed by the Alps and Jura Mountains, Geneva transforms into a sophisticated urban resort where cultural richness, outdoor recreation and lakeside relaxation combine to create one of Europe’s most compelling summer destinations. Where Urban Sophistication Meets Waterfront Living Throughout the warmer months,…
Occupancy at 78%; ADR at AED305 as Sharjah shifts from mid-tier to higher-end accommodation Sharjah : Sharjah’s 102 hotels welcomed 2.1 million guests in 2025, an increase of 22% on the previous year, according to leading real estate advisory and property consultancy, Cavendish Maxwell. Annual revenues rose 20% to reach AED780 million, with the average length of stay at 2 nights. Sharjah’s hospitality sector is currently operating at 78% occupancy, with an average daily rate (ADR) of AED305, the company said. The impressive performance is driven by a 14% boost in passenger traffic at Sharjah International Airport, which handled 19.5 million…
Dubai : Dubai Airports has received two honours at the Ideas Arabia International Award – Dubai Quality Group, recognising its leadership in Digitisation and AI Integration in Health & Safety and Accessible & Inclusive Travel for People of Determination Guests. The awards were presented under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group. Recognition for Digitisation and AI Integration in Health & Safety acknowledges the transformation of risk management through a fully digitised ecosystem supported by AI-enabled…