Emirates, the world's largest international airline, is expanding its operations in Ghana with the introduction of four additional weekly services between Dubai and Accra from July 12.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) praised Saudi Arabia’s air traffic management during recent regional geopolitical tensions, commending its efficiency, resilience, and ability to maintain smooth and safe operations despite challenging circumstances in the region.
Etihad Airways has celebrated the inaugural flight of its Airbus A380 to Japan, which touched down at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport on June 18.
Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector hit record highs in 2025, welcoming 123 million visitors and generating SAR304 billion ($81 billion) in spending. Tourism contributed 4.9% of GDP, created 1.03 million jobs, and saw women account for 47% of Saudi tourism employment.
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, inaugurated its service to Benghazi in Libya, becoming the first UAE carrier to operate flights to Benghazi Benina International Airport (BEN).
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has approved the design of AlUla Manara, an astronomical discovery and astro-tourism hub coming up in the ancient Saudi city. The facility will feature an observatory, a world-class research centre, advanced telescopes and observation platforms for stargazing.
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest budget carrier operator, on Thursday announced the launch of its non-stop service between Sharjah and Aleppo, effective July 4, further strengthening its connectivity to Syria.
HBX Group has announced the expansion of its global transfers offering through a new direct API integration with Emerging Travel Group (ETG), giving ETG access to its full transfers inventory.
Future Hospitality Summit Egypt was launched by The Bench on June 11, bringing together hospitality, real estate and investment leaders ahead of the November 2026 event in Cairo. The summit highlighted Egypt’s strong hotel growth, rising investment, and expanding development pipeline.
Visit Qatar was recognised at the ICCA Middle East Summit 2026 in Jordan, winning the ICCA Innovation Leadership Award and securing a partnership with ICCA to host the 2027 Middle East Summit in Qatar.
