WTM Spotlight Riyadh has announced the Ministry of Tourism as Strategic Partner for the inaugural edition of the event, reinforcing a shared commitment to tourism growth, international collaboration and the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
Etihad Airways will operate its new Abu Dhabi–Gothenburg service year-round following strong early demand, extending the route beyond its planned winter schedule. Travellers from western Sweden are booking connections to Abu Dhabi, the Gulf, Asia and the Indian subcontinent.
The Manchester City Abu Dhabi Cup is set to stage its biggest-ever edition in January 2027, with an expanded tournament experience, increased participation and a stronger presence of girls’ teams as the competition continues to grow year-on-year.
Al Ain Zoo will reopen to visitors on September 5, offering families a refreshed programme of wildlife encounters, entertainment and dining experiences, including a month-long nighttime festival. The Zoo’s “Glow After Dark” festival will run from September 5 to October 4.
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) are set to host a packed programme of major international exhibitions and conferences throughout September, spanning energy, investment, healthcare, tourism, finance, cybersecurity, technology and other key sectors.
webook.com, the Official Ticketing Partner of the Esports World Cup 2026 (EWC), has completed its first EWC delivery in France, supporting the fan journey throughout seven weeks of competition in Paris.
Aseer Region, Saudi Arabia, is strengthening its position as a tourism destination after hosting a three-day motorcycle tour that brought together 354 riders from Saudi Arabia and Gulf countries, alongside 22 international participants.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) has retained its position as the world’s busiest international airport for September, even as scheduled seat capacity remains significantly below last year’s level, according to aviation data provider OAG.
A line-up of Sumo Champions, bringing together a combined 65 years of professional Japanese sumo experience, will face off in a round robin competition featuring 36 rapid fire bouts at Space42 Arena in Abu Dhabi on September 26.
Morocco is gaining popularity among GCC travellers, recording 19.8 million tourist arrivals in 2025 and 9.4 million in H1 2026. With Saudi interest rising, the country is targeting 26 million annual visitors by 2030.
