Arsenale Group’s Dream of the Desert, Saudi Arabia’s first ultra-luxury train, opened its Riyadh headquarters and appointed Raffaele Breschi as General Manager and CEO of Arsenale International, marking a key development milestone.
Qatar Airways continues to restore its network across the Middle East, with the resumption of double-daily passenger flights to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE.
Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) launched a campaign promoting Bahrain’s concerts, festivals, family attractions, sports and shopping experiences, aiming to attract GCC visitors seeking entertainment-filled weekend breaks and short regional getaways.
Dubai ranked as the world’s most Instagrammable destination for 2026, while Burj Khalifa topped landmark rankings with more than 10 million tagged social media posts and 1.1 million monthly searches, according to a new global study by PlayersTime.
Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East announced the 2026 Safety Recognition Awards in Bangkok, recognising innovative runway safety initiatives. Winners were Kempegowda International Airport (Diamond), Chubu Centrair International Airport (Gold) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (Silver).
flyadeal has announced its summer 2026 programme, introducing services to Italy and the Czech Republic for the first time and resuming flights to three seasonal destinations from July 2026. The Saudi low-cost carrier will launch flights to Milan and Prague as part of its expanded European network.
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, has announced a milestone in its inflight connectivity programme with the launch of its first Starlink-equipped commercial flight.
Dividend Gate Capital, Bahrain-based private equity firm, plans first indoor ski academy with international partner, responding to rising skiing popularity among Bahrainis and GCC families, driven by increased winter travel to Europe and other destinations.
Red Sea Global will expand its offering at The Red Sea destination with Miraval The Red Sea opening on May 15 on Shura Island, ahead of Eid Al-Adha travel demand.
ALAIN, a leading Abu Dhabi-based asset management company, has commenced construction of Four Seasons Private Residences Abu Dhabi at Saadiyat Beach, marking a key milestone in the delivery of the capital’s most prestigious beachfront residential offering.
