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.
The European Union recorded more than 2 million commercial flights between June and August 2026, reflecting continued growth in air traffic, according to Eurostat.
Al Jabal Al Akhdar is stepping up tourism preparations after being named Capital of Gulf Tourism for 2027, as visitor numbers and hotel revenues grow. The wilayat welcomed 101,608 visitors in the first half of 2026.
Real American Freestyle (RAF) has signed a five-year partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and the UAE Wrestling Federation to bring RAF events to Abu Dhabi.
