Strengthened in stature as the leading global business aviation show DUBAi : The business aviation community will reunite in Dubai when the 11th edition of the MEBAA Show opens on 8th December at Dubai World Central. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, MEBAA Show 2026 is highly anticipated as the region emerges strong and open for business. The show draws on the success of MEBAA Show 2024, which welcomed 10,000 attendees from over…
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Since November 2022, largest known retrofit programme has delivered full nose-to-tail refreshes across 47 A380s and 53 Boeing 777s Over half of the 219 aircraft slated for retrofit will be complete by December 2026 Dubai : Emirates has reached a landmark 100 aircraft refurbished under its retrofit programme, the largest known undertaken by any airline globally. Since work began in November 2022, 47 Airbus A380s and 53 Boeing 777s have been given a complete nose-to-tail refresh at the Emirates Engineering hangars in Dubai. By the end of December 2026, around 20 additional aircraft will be upgraded, moving the airline significantly past…
TOKYO : For the latest in its ‘Best of Japan’ series, Palace Hotel Tokyo is launching ‘Couture Tokyo: The Art of Japanese Fashion’, a stay package created to elevate travelers’ understanding of Japanese culture and aesthetics through the lens of fashion and textile artistry. Designed to highlight the substance and creativity behind Japanese fashion design and sensibilities, the experience is anchored by an insider’s introduction to some of Japan’s most exemplary brands with a selection of tours curated by Kaori Nakano, a scholar of fashion and luxury culture. The ‘Couture Tokyo: The Art of Japanese Fashion’ stay package includes: Two nights…
Radisson Hotel Group continued to accelerate its growth strategy in the first half of 2026, signing and opening 160 hotels, representing more than 22,000 keys. This sustained momentum reflects continued owner confidence in the Group’s brands and ability to generate compelling results, alongside continued demand for high-quality branded hospitality across global markets. During the first half of the year, the Group strengthened its presence across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific through a combination of signings, openings, market entries, and brand extensions. Activity continues to be driven by a diversified portfolio spanning luxury, lifestyle, upscale, resort, conversion, and…
Muscat : Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort & Spa invites travellers to discover why Oman’s famed “Green Mountain” Jabal Akhdar stands out as one of the region’s most famous summer retreats. Perched high in the majestic Al Hajar Mountain range, this extraordinary destination offers 15-degree cooler climates with breathtaking canyon vistas. With immersive cultural experiences not found elsewhere in the GCC, it creates the perfect setting to reconnect with nature, Arabian heritage, and relaxation. Jabal Akhdar offers something for everybody including a vibrant Omani street food scene, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, Museums, traditional Souqs (Nizwa) and numerous hiking trails that…
Jeddah : The Consulate General of India in Jeddah successfully hosted “India: Wellness & Flavours” on 12 July 2026 at the Park Hyatt Hotel. The prestigious event served as a vibrant celebration of India’s ancient wellness philosophy through Yoga and the agricultural richness of its renowned mango harvest. The gathering attracted a high-profile guest list, including senior dignitaries from Saudi Arabia’s Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Media, and Environment, Water and Agriculture. Also in attendance were members of the diplomatic corps, leading business figures, steadfast friends of India, and representatives of the Indian diaspora in the Kingdom. In his keynote address,…
The partnership combines Kanoo Travel’s regional leadership with Yatra’s enterprise travel and expense management technology, marking Yatra’s first significant international expansion and establishing a platform for long-term growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing business travel markets Manama : Kanoo Travel, a division of the Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Group and one of the MENA region’s largest travel management companies, announced a strategic partnership with Yatra Online Limited (BSE: 543992, NSE: YATRA), India’s leading corporate travel and expense management company, to transform enterprise travel across the region. The partnership combines Kanoo Travel’s regional leadership with Yatra’s enterprise travel and expense…
For travelers seeking a distinctive summer escape, Japan’s Tohoku region combines vibrant festivals, deeply rooted traditions, and interactive cultural activities. Located in northern Japan, the region is known for its cooler summer temperatures and a wide range of experiences away from Japan’s major cities, making it an appealing destination during the peak travel season. Early August is the ideal time to visit, as major summer festivals take place across Aomori, Akita, and Yamagata prefectures. Each presents a different experience, from giant illuminated floats to lantern-balancing performances reaching 12 meters, and large-scale dance parades, all rooted in traditions passed down through generations. Beyond the festivals,…
Permanent Riyadh headquarters anchors project within Saudi Arabia’s tourism and transport ecosystem Appointment of Generale Manager and national partnerships marks project’s transition into the delivery phase Riyadh : Dream of the Desert, Saudi Arabia’s first ultra-luxury desert train, has reached a significant milestone with the opening of its permanent headquarters in Riyadh and the appointment of Raffaele Breschi as General Manager. As the project enters its delivery phase ahead of its debut at the end of 2026, these developments reaffirm a long-term commitment to building the experience from within the Kingdom, in close collaboration with Saudi institutions, partners and talent.…
Total revenue generated by GHA DISCOVERY members increased by 11% year-on-year to reach US$858 million in Q2, lifting H1 total revenue to US$1.8 billion Room nights booked by loyalty members rose by 21% year-on-year in Q2, reflecting higher occupancy and longer stays across member properties Italy, Spain and Thailand ranked top 3 international stay destinations in Q2 GHA portfolio surpassed 1,000 hotel milestone in H1 2026 Dubai : Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, has announced double-digit growth across all key performance indicators in Q2 supporting positive momentum in H1 2026. Total revenue reached US$858 million, representing an…