Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority (GEA) has launched a new “Request to Market the Event on Enjoy Platform” service, allowing GEA-licensed event organisers to promote their entertainment events and activities through the Enjoy platform and app.
Riyadh Air has launched its first direct flights between Riyadh and Manila, making the Philippine capital the airline’s 13th destination and seventh in Asia. The new route, operated by Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, initially runs four times weekly, increasing to daily service from October 19, 2026.
The Air Connectivity Programme (ACP) has signed a cooperation agreement with Delta Air Lines to strengthen direct air connectivity between Saudi Arabia and the US and expand the Kingdom’s international aviation network.
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), in cooperation with Kalba City Municipality, will launch the inaugural Jashe and Sahnah Festival in Kalba from September 24 to 27.
Almosafer Activities, the first tours and activities platform dedicated to the Saudi market, has partnered with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) to integrate its experiences into the Saudi Partner Tourism Exchange Portal.
Luxury hotels are redefining five-star hospitality as travellers seek more personalised experiences. From the Maldives and Seychelles to Marrakech and Dubai, leading properties are elevating dedicated butler services, offering discreet, intuitive support tailored to individual preferences, itineraries and needs.
Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national carrier, has launched Etihad Wellbeing, a programme bringing together new products and services designed to help passengers travel more comfortably and arrive feeling rested and refreshed.
Gamra Mountain Resort by Mantis has officially opened in Saudi Arabia’s southwestern highlands of Al Baha, marking the Saudi debut of Mantis Collection, Accor’s community and conservation-focused hospitality brand.
Jazeera Airways has launched direct flights between Kuwait and Addis Ababa, marking the Kuwaiti low-cost carrier’s newest destination in Africa and strengthening air connectivity between the two countries.
Bahrain’s Minister of Education and Higher Education Council Board of Trustees Chairman Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma presented Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, with the college’s institutional accreditation certificate.
