Holiday Inn, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Essentials Collection, has partnered with global educational esports provider EStars to launch Elite Gaming Pods across four hotels in Saudi Arabia.
Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) has opened participation in the third edition of its student photography competition and exhibition, “I Am at Sharjah Museums – Through Their Lens: Traditional Emirati Ornaments.”
Qatar Calendar has announced the return of Virtuocity Battle Ground (VBG) Qatar 2026, a month-long esports championship running from September 1 to 30 at Virtuocity, Doha Festival City.
Saudi low-cost carrier flynas has begun construction of an advanced aviation training centre in Riyadh, with an estimated investment of more than SAR200 million ($54 million), as it strengthens its training capabilities and supports the development of national talent in the aviation sector.
Qatar welcomed its first leisure charter flight from Yerevan, Armenia, at Hamad International Airport on August 28, marking a step forward in the growth of inbound leisure tourism and diversification of its international visitor markets. Operated by FlyOne in partnership with Rustar Tour Operator, the weekly service connects Yerevan and Doha using an Airbus A320.
Qatar Airways has launched its latest partnership with Uber for Business to enhance the corporate travel experience by delivering greater flexibility and convenience for businesses and corporate travellers worldwide.
Emirates will introduce its Premium Economy cabin on two of its three daily Mauritius-Dubai flights from September 1, 2026, giving travellers greater comfort and choice. The service will be available on A380-operated flights EK703/704 and retrofitted Boeing 777 flights EK709/710.
Riyadh Air and Saudia have launched the first phase of their strategic partnership, introducing a codeshare linking Riyadh with six Saudi destinations and expanding connectivity through integrated technology systems.
Saudia and Garuda Indonesia have signed a Joint Business Framework Agreement, paving the way for deeper network integration and expanded connectivity between Indonesia, Australia, Saudi Arabia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa from 2027.
Etihad Airways has announced that Captain Huda Al Musallami has made national aviation history, becoming the first Emirati woman to qualify as a training captain in the UAE.
