Abu Dhabi has unveiled its My Summer #InAbuDhabi campaign, featuring more than 100 experiences and special offers across hospitality, dining, retail, attractions, culture and wellness.
Najran International Airport in Saudi Arabia handled around 1.7 million passengers and more than 13,000 flights from the start of 2025 through the end of Q1 2026, reflecting steady operational growth.
flydubai has launched daily flights to Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok, its second destination in Thailand after Krabi. The inaugural service departed on 1 July from Dubai International Airport, expanding its Southeast Asia network.
From October 22–26, 2026, Kimpton Aysla Mallorca will host Loop Wellbeing, Europe’s leading B2B luxury travel fair dedicated to health, wellness, and luxury travel, bringing together hoteliers, medical wellness experts, and premium travel brands with high-end buyers and agencies.
Saudi Arabia is emerging as a fast-growing destination for Chinese tourists, according to Dragon Trail International’s research with WTM Spotlight Riyadh, driven by Approved Destination Status (ADS) status, Vision 2030 goals, stronger connectivity, and rising demand for cultural and luxury travel.
Ascott Limited will open Ascott Villas Riyadh in Q4 2026, its first Saudi villa community. The 86-villa project supports regional expansion and targets families and long-stay guests near Riyadh’s Hittin district and KAFD.
RateHawk Futurecast gathered industry leaders from TikTok, Lufthansa City Centre, Travelport, and MakeMyTrip to discuss how travel businesses must adapt to rapid technological change, evolving Gen Z customer behaviour, and increasing market uncertainty shaping future travel demand.
UN Tourism and The Bench signed an MoU in Madrid to boost global tourism investment, innovation, and education, focusing on sustainable development, public-private collaboration, startup support, and new investment opportunities through FHS platforms and joint initiatives.
Etihad Airways is increasing capacity across its network in response to strong demand, increasing frequencies to Brussels and Kraków, making Abu Dhabi–Dhaka a year-round route, and extending seasonal services to Zanzibar and Palma de Mallorca.
H2R completed interior renovation of The Meydan Hotel in Dubai, reimagining guestrooms and public areas for Dubai Holding, modernising the hotel on an accelerated timeline while improving spatial quality and operational efficiency and improved outcomes.
