Travel and tourism across Europe is forecast to grow by 3.1% in 2026, outperforming the wider economy and accelerating from the sector’s 2.6% growth recorded in 2025, according to the latest research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has appointed Dr. Souraya Noujaim as Director of Louvre Abu Dhabi, as the museum prepares to mark its 10th anniversary in 2027.
Oryx Signature has been signed by JBCM Event Architects to market and produce MOC27, a new four-day Motor, Outdoor & Camping Festival. Backed by Dubai Department of Economy & Tourism and presented by DSF Auto Season, the event will take place at The Sevens Stadium Grounds from January 14 to 17, 2027.
Emirates Holidays has launched the Thailand Pass, offering customers travelling to Thailand exclusive benefits across shopping, dining and leisure activities, with discounts of up to 40% and no minimum spend.
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a resolution appointing Dr Mohamed Al Zaabi as Undersecretary of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi.
Airports and the air connectivity they enable supported 23.3 million jobs and contributed $244 billion to the economies of ASEAN member states in 2025, according to a new study by Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID).
Abu Dhabi has launched a new fleet of premium and standard taxis at Zayed International Airport, aiming to improve passenger comfort, mobility and connectivity between the airport and destinations across the emirate.
IATA has urged governments to strengthen CORSIA as the global aviation climate scheme marks its 10th anniversary, emphasising continued international cooperation to support emissions reductions and aviation’s decarbonisation.
Turkish Airlines is hosting the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) in Istanbul, Türkiye, from 6–8 October 2026 under the theme “Performance Through People.”
InterContinental Muscat’s culinary team secured one Gold and eight Silver medals at Horeca Oman 2026, strengthening the hotel’s reputation among Oman’s leading culinary teams.
