The Skyscanner Travel Trends report for 2026 has unveiled the seven biggest trends in travel, showing that the year will become "personal" for travellers in the UAE. From literature escapes to supermarket tourism and skincare-fuelled itineraries, travellers are planning to curate trips based on their hobbies and passions for 2026, according to Skyscanner data and global consumer research.
Riyadh Air and Uber Technologies (UBER) have announced a strategic long-term partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to collaborate and aim to deliver an industry leading and convenient end-to-end travel experience for travellers in Saudi Arabia and around the world.
Wego, a leading online travel marketplace, shares fresh fall travel insights from Kuwait, spotlighting European shoulder-season favourites alongside value-led Asian picks. Based on Wego platform trends for Fall 2025, searches are rising for five destinations: Paris, Barcelona, Vienna, Guangzhou, and Phuket.
Global Village, a multicultural family entertainment destination, celebrated its 30th season by welcoming 1,000 travelers at Dubai International Airport (DXB) with themed luggage gift boxes.
Skyscanner has revealed travellers in the UAE are opting for lesser-known destinations for next year’s holidays, with Bulgaria’s Varna and Spain’s Bilbao among the top choices.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched ‘Travel Smart with Lithium Batteries’, a global safety campaign that gives travellers seven simple rules for carrying mobile phones, laptops, power banks, and other lithium-powered devices safely when they fly.
The sensory room initiative for travellers with disabilities has been launched at King Fahd International Airport (KFIA) in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The sensory room at KFIA is the largest of its kind in the Kingdom, featuring 12 interactive devices and a dedicated space for the elderly.
Travellers are entering a passion-driven era of exploration. Priority Pass’s report, From Stadiums to Spas, surveys over 12,000 travellers across 20 markets, revealing sports and wellness as key travel motivators: 47% for wellness, 20% for sports, and 33% for both, shaping personalised journeys worldwide.
Wingie, a travel marketplace in Mena, has identified the key travel trends for 2026. While classic vacations remain popular, there's a shift towards experience-driven trips, AI-powered planning, and regional travel. Wingie predicts that in 2026, traditional holidays will continue, but alternatives will gain prominence, with social media influencing destination discovery.
Wego’s data shows Kuwaiti travellers use January mainly for planning rather than booking, exploring destinations, comparing dates, and tracking prices for trips later in the year. Early-year searches, driven by budgeting and post-holiday planning, indicate 42% of activity targets travel 30+ days ahead.
