The Middle East conflict caused $900 million–$1 billion revenue loss for nine airports over two months, a 55% shortfall against budgeted income, driven by sharp declines in passenger and cargo traffic, says ACI APAC & MID with Flare Aviation Consulting.
Abu Dhabi is marking International Museum Day by showcasing its expanding cultural network across Saadiyat Island, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra, reinforcing its position as a leading global hub for museums and heritage experiences, with select free access offered.
Minor Hotels has signed Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences in Egypt, set to open in May 2030 with 300 hotel keys and 150 branded residential units, marking a key expansion milestone in the country.
Air India Express has received a 4 Star World Airline Rating from Skytrax after its first full audit, marking a milestone in its ongoing transformation of guest experience and service standards.
The National Museum of Saudi Arabia will mark International Museum Day 2026 with a three-day cultural programme from May 14–16, held under the International Council of Museums (ICOM) global theme, “Museums Unite a Divided World.”
Grovy Developers has partnered with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and USquare to launch Ramada Residences by Wyndham at Dubai Islands, marking a branded residential project that combines hospitality standards with real estate living.
Riyadh Air has launched the Nawat Cabin Crew Programme to train Saudi nationals for aviation careers, supporting Vision 2030 and its goal of connecting Saudi Arabia to over 100 destinations by 2030.
Global travel and tourism is forecast to continue outpacing wider economic growth in 2026, with the sector expected to contribute $12 trillion to the world economy, accounting for 9.9% of global GDP, according to new data from the World Travel & Tourism Council.
Qatar Airways is expanding its services across international markets, and is resuming flights operations to Helsinki, Finland, and to Tokyo Haneda, Japan from July 15.
Qatar Airways has affirmed its expansion in the Americas with the launch of new flight operations to Caracas, Venezuela, and Bogotá, Colombia, commencing from July 22, 2026.
