Qatar Airways has unveiled its FIFA special livery aircraft on a Boeing 777 ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, celebrating the airline’s longstanding partnership with FIFA.
US international tourism fell 5.5% in 2025, with four million fewer visitors and over $8 billion lost in spending, marking the sharpest decline since the pandemic and surpassing losses seen during the 2008 financial crisis.
More than 40 airlines are currently operating through Dubai International Airport (DXB), apart from the Dubai-based Emirates and flydubai, Dubai Airports said.
UAE-based Elevate World will host a virtual tourism summit from June 2-4, 2026, bringing together over 250 global industry leaders, hotels, travel agents and tour operators, with Dubai serving as the event hub for participating partners.
Etihad Rail has unveiled the official uniforms for its passenger-facing staff, giving the public an early glimpse of the service ahead of the launch of passenger operations across the UAE.
Air Arabia Egypt will launch non-stop flights between Alexandria and Amman starting June 15, 2026, connecting Borg Al Arab Airport and Amman Airport with four weekly flights, offering affordable, convenient travel between Egypt and Jordan.
Hotels in Bahrain are seeing strong Eid Al Adha demand, driven by GCC family travel. Hospitality officials report a return to near-normal activity, with staycation packages and curated experiences focused on family relaxation.
Anantara Hotels & Resorts, the luxury experiential brand under Minor Hotels, is marking its 25th anniversary with “25 Years of Unforgettable Journeys,” celebrating its expansion from a single Thai beachfront resort to more than 50 properties across 24 countries.
Oman Airports has signed a partnership agreement with Singapore’s Changi Airport to enhance the commercial development of Muscat International Airport and elevate the passenger and in‑airport shopping experience.
Gulf Air and Vatel Bahrain signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in applied training, internships, professional development, and knowledge exchange, supporting talent development in Bahrain’s aviation and hospitality sectors.
