As Eid Al Adha approaches, with the holiday expected to begin on May 27, hotels, resorts and restaurants across the Gulf and popular regional getaways are unveiling a host of special offers to help residents make the most of the long break.
Miral announced that Warner Bros. World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, has been awarded the Best Theme Park in the World at 2026 Liseberg Applause Award.
Jazeera Airways announced the resumption of direct flights to Aleppo, Syria, following the gradual restoration it’s direct operations from T5 at Kuwait International Airport. The airline will operate two weekly flights to Aleppo starting June 25.
Cvent’s 2026 European rankings name London, Barcelona, and Madrid as top meeting destinations, with Meliá Avenida América in Madrid ranking first among hotels, followed by Hilton London Metropole, highlighting strong city-level event demand.
Select Group, the Dubai-headquartered real estate developer and hospitality investor, has acquired three Delta Hotels by Marriott golf and country club resorts in the United Kingdom, marking a significant expansion of its UK hospitality platform.
Qatar Airways Group reported a post-tax profit of QAR 7.08 billion ($1.94 billion) for FY2025/26, carrying over 41.8 million passengers and maintaining strong global connectivity via Hamad International Airport despite geopolitical challenges.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has developed the Baggage Community System (BCS), a secure digital platform to support the progressive adoption of the Modern Baggage Messaging (BIX) standard.
SITE and Maritz research shows incentive travel is the top non-cash motivator across generations, outperforming cash and rewards. Most recipients report higher loyalty, retention, and motivation, demonstrating strong employer ROI and ongoing programme effectiveness.
Cvent released its 2026 MEA rankings, highlighting strong demand for in-person events despite geopolitical uncertainty. Dubai leads destinations, followed by Istanbul and Abu Dhabi, while JW Marriott Marquis Dubai tops the hotel rankings, reinforcing the city’s MICE leadership.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted Egypt’s strong aviation growth outlook, forecasting annual passenger demand growth of 3.4% to 3.8% through 2050, while urging government-industry collaboration on infrastructure, regulation, and sustainability initiatives.
