Dar es Salaam: Kenya Airways (KQ) has once again solidified its position as a leader in African aviation, receiving four top honours at the 2025 World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony, held at the Johari Rotana in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania this Sartuday. This marks the fourth consecutive year the airline has been recognised in multiple categories, including: Africa’s Leading Airline 2025 Africa’s Leading Airline – Business Class 2025 Africa’s Leading Airline Brand 2025 Africa’s Leading Inflight Magazine 2025 (Msafiri) These accolades reaffirm Kenya Airways’ ongoing commitment to operational excellence, customer-centric innovation, and delivering exceptional travel experiences…
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A modern expression of Mediterranean flavours, brought from Dubai to the Maldives between 7 and 10 July. Malé : Jumeirah Olhahali Island is delighted to announce a culinary residency in collaboration with Chef Emanuele De Leo, Head Chef of the award-winning Shimmers at Jumeirah Mina Al Salam in Dubai. Taking place from 7 to 10 July 2025, this exclusive experience will bring the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean to the Maldives through a specially curated tasting-style menu. Following a stint as Sous Chef at L’Olivo at Al Mahara, the two Michelin-starred restaurant at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, Chef Emanuele took up his position as Head Chef…
Dubai : Global Village announced today that its accepting proposals for Retail Shops and Guest Services categories for the much-anticipated Season 30. The park recently broke yet another record with 10.5 million guests visiting during Season 29 and is inviting business owners to join in for the most spectacular season to date. Those looking to kickstart or expand their retail business can do so with a Global Village retail shop and the opportunity to grow and reach millions of potential customers from around the world. Similarly, those looking to provide unparalleled guest services will benefit from the ease of operations…
A luxurious take on modern Italian cuisine with bold flavors and premium ingredients. Dubai, UAE: LOONA presents its new set menu, LOONA RUSSA, offering a fresh perspective on its signature Italian-inspired cuisine, this time crafted with the finest Russian ingredients. Created by chefs Artem Losev and Vitaly Istomin, the menu reflects the philosophy of a venue known for its wood-fired pizza ovens and elegant ambiance. It blends bold culinary techniques with carefully selected local products, resulting in a thoughtfully composed gastronomic experience. The menu opens with refined pairings and sophisticated textures: Eastern scallops, black caviar, Wagyu fried dumplings, and crab…
Luxury Stays Dominate as 40.9% of Saudis Choose 5-Star Hotels in 2025 Armenia’s 143% Search Boom: Saudi Tourists Flock After Visa Waiver As temperatures soar in the Kingdom during the summer, Saudi travelers are heading abroad in record numbers, not only to traditional destinations, but also to emerging tourism destinations that offer cooler weather, cultural depth, and affordability. New data from Wego, the Middle East’s largest online travel marketplace, reveals shifts in travel patterns for summer 2025, marked by a sharp rise in solo travel and a growing demand for luxury accommodation. Familiar favorite destinations Still Lead According to Wego,…
As summer draws near, immerse yourself in a destination that tells the story of a city. Nestled in the heart of this historic district, Al Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton offers an escape where the warmth of Emirati culture meets timeless hospitality. Wake up in your Bayt, a traditionally inspired room where the soft morning light streams through wooden window and the gentle sounds of the creek stir memories of Old Dubai. Begin your day with a soulful breakfast at Sabaa Restaurant & Bar, where the rich aromas of freshly baked bread and fragrant Emirati spices set the…
Dubai: Dubai International (DXB) is entering a period of sustained peak operations, with more than 3.4 million guests expected to travel through the airport between 27 June and 9 July 2025. Daily volumes are forecast to average over 265,000 with the busiest day on 5 July for both departures and transfer traffic. Dubai Airports, alongside its stakeholders, has activated an integrated summer readiness plan to ensure guest journeys remain safe and efficient. While the wider regional situation has led to some delays and cancellations across the network, the oneDXB community has been working around the clock to support guests, provide…
Leaders from top independent hotel brands highlight loyalty-driven resilience, US dominance, the rise of Asian markets, and European expansion at CEO meeting in Brussels Positive outlook despite global uncertainty with strong Q1 results and continued momentum US top demand generator globally and particularly in Europe China and India are burgeoning outbound markets that GHA and hotel brands can tap into GHA brands generated 4.6mn room nights in Europe in 2024 GHA DISCOVERY loyalty platform key to driving resilience, revenue, and repeat guests Brussels : Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, convened in Brussels last week for its annual CEO…
In the second edition of the InfluAnswer Arabia report, Weber Shandwick shares insights based on the perspectives of content creators in the MENA region Almost half (49%) is positive about AI, indicating a shift from neutrality to positivity 63% say a VIP experience is important – a significant jump from 51% last year Three-quarters (77%) believe that GCC countries are leading positive transformation in tourism and entertainment Brand reputation enters the top three factors in choosing which brands to collaborate with DUBAI: Weber Shandwick MENAT has launched the second edition of InfluAnswer Arabia, a report informed by the perspectives of…
Dubai-: The 28th edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) kicks off tomorrow, transforming the city into a 66-day summer playground with the most-value packed programme ever from 27 June to 31 August, 2025. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), DSS 2025 promises a summer well spent for everyone with thousands of offers and things to do, see, discover, and explore. For the first-time ever, DSS brings a brand-new shopping experience with three themed shopping seasons to keep the city buzzing all summer long, together with show-stopping headline concerts, live entertainment, world-class gastronomy, and much more. The first wave…