Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, celebrated the inaugural flight of its new service to Salalah, introducing a direct connection between Abu Dhabi and Oman's southern coastal city.
Dubai Airports has prepared to welcome over 3,600 pilgrims during this year’s Hajj travel period, with nearly 59% of all UAE pilgrims passing through its terminals. Hajj departure flights will operate until May 23 on services by Emirates, Saudia, flydubai and flynas.
Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy highlighted women’s growing role in UAE hospitality, where female participation exceeds 34% and global workforce share is 52%, yet leadership remains limited at around 30%, underscoring persistent senior-level representation gaps.
Raffles Hotels & Resorts has announced the debut of Raffles Jeddah, a new luxury landmark set along Jeddah’s historic Corniche, with bookings opening on May 25, 2026.
Pegasus Innovation Lab, the Silicon Valley–based innovation hub of Pegasus Airlines, has entered a strategic partnership with Overwatch AI, acting as both a strategic investor and design partner in an AI-powered platform designed to enhance airline operational efficiency.
Ethara has announced that one of the world’s biggest bands, Imagine Dragons, will headline the After-Race Concerts at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Saturday, December 5.
RX has announced that Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 will now take place from September 14–17 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), following extensive consultation with exhibitors and industry stakeholders.
Park Rotana Abu Dhabi has been recognised at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, winning multiple honours for its excellence in hospitality, wellness, and culinary experiences in the UAE and Middle East.
Dubai Business Events (DBE), the city’s official convention bureau and part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), led Dubai’s participation at IMEX Frankfurt, taking place from May 19 to 21.
Saudi Arabia’s Umm Al Qura For Development and Construction has announced plans for a new SAR1 billion ($267 million) hotel tower in Makkah as part of its massive Masar Destination development project near the Grand Mosque.
