Oman Air will increase flights between Muscat and Amsterdam to daily direct services from December 1, 2026, as the airline expands its European network in response to growing demand.
The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and Kingdom Projects have announced a $100 million investment in Bahrain to introduce three developments: the Taj hotel brand’s debut in the Kingdom, Bombay Brasserie and Hamleys, expanding the country’s hospitality, dining and retail offering.
Rotana, a leading hotel management company across the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and Türkiye, participated in World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, being held from November 3–5, engaging with international travel partners and exploring future growth opportunities.
Mleiha National Park has received the Sustain Sharjah Award in the Destinations category at the Sharjah International Travel and Tourism Forum, recognising its efforts to promote responsible tourism and protect the emirate’s natural and cultural heritage.
Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID) has secured regional support for stronger airport security, improved resilience, restored air connectivity and climate action following discussions at the ICAO’s regional aviation meeting in Doha.
Qatar Airways has opened the 59th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Arab Air Carriers’ Organisation (AACO) in Doha, bringing together more than 200 aviation executives and industry stakeholders from November 2 to 4 to discuss regional cooperation and key industry challenges.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened Kimpton Al Rowda Doha, marking the luxury lifestyle brand’s debut in Qatar and expanding its presence in the Middle East. Located in one of Doha’s dynamic neighbourhoods, the 283-key property features 223 rooms and suites, and 60 serviced residences.
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism and Chairman of the Saudi Tourism Authority, Ahmed Al-Khateeb, has launched the Northern Trail, a new tourism product under the Saudi Winter 2026 programme aimed at showcasing the Kingdom’s heritage, natural attractions and local culture.
Mastercard has renewed its multi-year agreement with Bahrain-based fintech INFINIOS to advance business-to-business (B2B) travel payments across the Middle East and North Africa region (MENA), marking an important step in supporting the digital transformation of the travel sector.
Al Areen Development Company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ennismore, a global lifestyle hospitality company, to manage and operate the Rixos hotel located next to Janat Dilmun Water Park in Al Areen, as part of the Al Areen Master Plan in Bahrain.
