The Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa has been named Jordan’s Best Incentive Hotel 2026 at the World MICE Awards, reaffirming its position as a destination for incentive travel and corporate events.
Jeddah’s hotel sector recorded strong growth in September 2026, boosted by the Gulf Cup, with occupancy rising 35.6% year-on-year to 65.5%, according to preliminary CoStar data. Revenue per available room increased 53.3% to SAR393.87 ($104.88), while average daily rates rose 13% to SAR601.49.
Oman has laid the foundation stone for an integrated tourism and commercial project in the Wilayat of Masirah, South A’Sharqiyah Governorate, with an investment of RO5.775 million ($15 million).
Ras Al Khaimah has explored tourism partnerships and destination development opportunities across four US states, with discussions covering hospitality, convention infrastructure and knowledge exchange, including engagement with Wynn Resorts ahead of the planned September 2027 opening of Wynn Al Marjan Island.
Oman Air will launch its Winter 2026/27 schedule on October 25, increasing flight frequencies and capacity across key markets in the Gulf, Europe, Russia and Asia, while expanding its codeshare network to offer passengers greater connectivity.
The Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF) has highlighted the future of airport design, technological innovation and passenger experience, bringing together aviation leaders to discuss ways to make air travel smoother, more accessible and more efficient.
Travog has partnered with Mastercard to launch a travel and expense card designed to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) manage business travel spending with greater control and visibility.
Vatel Bahrain was presented with a certificate of appreciation by InterContinental Bahrain during a visit to the college as part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Global Customer Appreciation Week.
Concrete works have been substantially completed at J1 Hotel, a Gran Meliá property, Port de La Mer, Dubai, marking a major construction milestone for the five-star beachfront hotel, designed by Moma International.
Visit Qatar and the Qatar Challenge Racing Club (Samla) have opened registration for the second edition of the Samla International Race, scheduled for January 23, 2027, between Sealine and Khor Al Adaid.
