THE OZEN COLLECTION is marking six years of operations, ahead of World Tourism Day on September 27. The Maldivian hospitality brand, part of the Atmosphere Core portfolio launched in 2020, focuses on all-inclusive resort stays and environmental practices.
The US suspended hundreds of flights at several major airports across the Northeast - including John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty, Boston Logan and Philadelphia International airport - after a telecom outage caused by a severed fibre-optic cable disrupted travel for thousands of passengers.
Saudi Arabia is experiencing a significant surge in domestic tourism ahead of the upcoming National Day, with travel platform Wego reporting a 42% spike in domestic flight searches and a 62% increase in hotel searches year-on-year.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Al Ameed Coffee to debut its Noted Collection brand in Amman, Jordan. Located near the airport highway, the 50-key hotel features an immersive coffee reserve and themed guest experiences celebrating local heritage.
Saudia Hajj and Umrah, a Saudia Group subsidiary, has signed a preliminary agreement with the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah to enhance services for pilgrims.
Renowned historian, best-selling author, and generational expert Dr. Eliza Filby is set to deliver the opening keynote at IBTM World this November, bringing her sharp insights on the social, economic, technological, and generational forces transforming modern society.
DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island has appointed Daniel Ebo as its new Commercial Director. Bringing over 25 years of international hospitality experience, Ebo will oversee the resort's commercial strategy across sales, revenue management, marketing, distribution, and e-commerce.
Wellness and longevity are reshaping global travel and hospitality, as investors increasingly view wellbeing as a growing revenue opportunity and real estate asset class. Experts say preventative healthcare, personalised experiences and evolving traveller expectations are driving hospitality investment.
Chedi Hospitality has appointed Tristan Delmas as General Manager of Chedi Wadi Safar, the upcoming ultra-luxury property in Diriyah’s Wadi Safar destination, located near the UNESCO World Heritage Site of At-Turaif and about 15 minutes from central Riyadh.
Eurogulf Mobility Group (EGMG), a UAE-based integrated mobility group, showcased new mobility solutions, technology-enabled customer services and strategic partnerships at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, held from September 14 to 17 at Dubai World Trade Centre.
