Dubai-based Avenew Development has announced plans to develop The Ritz-Carlton Residences Dubai in The World Islands, the latest addition to its growing portfolio of distinguished addresses and its second collaboration with Marriott International.
Malaysia has retained its position as the world's leading Muslim-friendly destination in the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2025, strengthening its appeal to GCC travellers seeking halal-friendly, family-oriented holidays.
Emirates has unveiled the world’s first U-Dream Headrest for Economy Class passengers, introducing a new level of inflight comfort across its fleet.
Jazeera Airways has expanded its Kuwait–Egypt network by adding 16 weekly flights to Sharm El Sheikh, Alexandria, Sohag and Hurghada, increasing its total to 126 direct weekly services.
The Saudi Tourism Authority has transformed one of football's most familiar match-day moments into an interactive social media campaign, using FIFA World Cup hydration breaks as the basis for a live Instagram competition designed to showcase travel experiences across Saudi Arabia.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) criticised the EU’s proposed extension of the EU ETS beyond Europe, urging support for CORSIA instead. It warned the move could harm decarbonisation and competitiveness, while calling for stronger sustainable aviation fuel incentives and collaboration with policymakers.
Oman’s hotel revenues rose 8.4% year-on-year to RO85.4 million ($222 million) in Q1 2026, driven by a 13% increase in room revenues and a 15.5% rise in average room rates, according to Cavendish Maxwell.
Borgo Monchiero Heritage by Atmosphere is set to open in early September in Italy's Piedmont region, transforming an 18th-century monastery in the Langhe hills into a luxury heritage retreat that blends history, design, wellness, gastronomy and culture.
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio, has opened W Riyadh – KAFD, marking the brand’s debut in Saudi Arabia. Located in King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), the hotel combines luxury hospitality, dining and social experiences with locally inspired design.
Riyadh Air launched its first direct Riyadh-Madrid route, expanding Spain connectivity after its Malaga service. The Saudi carrier also signed an MoU with Air Europa to explore codeshare, loyalty, cargo and digital cooperation.
