The set casts quality net
April 2026 343
In an era of big-brand fatigue, where luxury hotel affiliations often boast hundreds of properties under a single umbrella, the industry is witnessing a strateg...
Luxury travel demand defies geopolitical headwinds
April 2026 310
New data from global luxury travel network Virtuoso indicates a robust era of growth for the high-end sector, even as travellers navigate a complex global lands...
Sky is the limit, says CEO on Egypt's 30m target
April 2026 388
Egypt is currently navigating a high-velocity growth phase aiming to attract 30 million tourists by 2028, with a strategy to double airline and hotel capacities...
NCL charts course for growth
April 2026 416
With a portfolio that is expanding in both scale and sophistication, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) shares updates on its next-generation fleet and extensive...
Blue economy to take centre stage at ATM 2026
April 2026 303
The Middle East is rapidly solidifying its position on the global maritime map, with the cruise industry emerging as a primary engine for regional tourism expan...
The Sail launches at ILTM North America 2026
April 2026 382
ILTM North America will introduce The Sail as a new area to showcase luxury cruise, yacht and boating brands at its 2026 event in The Bahamas. More than 550 lux...
MSC Cruises orders six vessels
April 2026 271
MSC Cruises announced a major new order for four next-generation cruise vessels and two additional options from MEYER WERFT, marking the launch of its New Front...
Aroya Cruises names new President
April 2026 306
Cruise Saudi has named industry veteran Sture Myrmell as the new President of Aroya Cruises, the Kingdom’s pioneering domestic cruise brand. Myrmel...
Disney unveils summer 2027 plans
April 2026 307
Disney Cruise Line has announced its summer 2027 lineup - itineraries that span Europe, the Caribbean and beyond. From enchanting European escapes to tropical C...
Celestyal announces new Doha and Abu Dhabi F1 sailings for 2026
April 2026 429
Celestyal has announced two new F1 sailings for its 2026/27 Arabian Gulf season. On November 27, 2026, the 1260-guest Celestyal Journey will be in Doha, for an...
Legend of the Seas to level up family fun
April 2026 322
Royal Caribbean is introducing the family time of a lifetime on Legend of the Seas in top destinations in Europe and the Southern Caribbean. In July this...
Virtuoso unveils its 2026 Cruise Icons
April 2026 298
Virtuoso, the leading global network specialising in luxury and experiential travel, has announced its 2026 Virtuoso Cruise Icons, a distinctive honour recognis...
Explora II sets sights on the Middle East this winter
April 2026 314
Explora Journeys has revealed its Winter 2026–2027 Journeys Collection, marking a strategic commitment to the Middle East with the deployment of Explora I...
Uncover the soul of Spain beyond the modern façade
April 2026 1236
Spain has long been synonymous with Madrid, Barcelona, and, more recently, Marbella and Malaga for the average GCC traveller but as the travel landscape recalib...
Central Spain is the new high-yield frontier
April 2026 289
While Madrid serves as the vibrant, high-energy heart of Spain, some of the country’s most profound cultural hidden gems lie just beyond the city limits. ...
flynas carries 15.8m passengers, expands global reach
April 2026 339
flynas reported strong financial and operational performance for the fourth quarter and full year ending December 2025. The airline carried 15.8 million passen...
Air travel costs increase as jet fuel prices double
April 2026 433
Global airlines are raising ticket prices, cutting some services and reviewing schedules as soaring jet fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict squeeze ma...
Dubai Airports CEO says: 'We will not stop, expansion plans stay unchanged'
April 2026 680
Dubai Airports will press ahead with expansion plans despite aviation disruption caused by the regional conflict with Iran, with Chief Executive Paul Griffiths ...
Savino Leone on leading an icon: Conrad Abu Dhabi
April 2026 441
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers stands as a dramatic sculptural landmark on the UAE’s capital’s skyline. Offering a blend of 377 luxury rooms and 199...
Island, desert and reef exploration at The Red Sea
April 2026 349
The Red Sea is emerging as a new international travel destination along Saudi Arabia’s western coast. Spanning more than 90 islands as well as desert plai...
Oman plans $596m tourism complex
April 2026 546
Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has signed an agreement with Sorouh Al Qurm Real Estate Company to develop an integrated tourism complex in Al Qur...
Egypt simplifies entry with eVisa
April 2026 662
Egypt is strengthening its position as a global travel destination with the introduction of the Egypt eVisa Online, a digital platform designed to simplify entr...
Tokai region showcases cultural experiences
April 2026 376
Japan’s Tokai region, covering Shizuoka, Aichi and Mie prefectures, offers travellers immersive cultural experiences and traditional crafts rooted in loca...
Air travel demand will more than double by 2050: IATA
April 2026 354
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its Long-Term Demand Projections (LTDP) for air travel, showing that global air passenger demand is ...
Middle Eastern countries showed tourism's strength at ITB Berlin
April 2026 439
Middle Eastern countries were out in force at ITB Berlin, the world’s largest travel trade show, showcasing their tourism offerings with renewed vigour de...
Agentic AI, emerging markets chart a $2trn future
April 2026 417
The global tourism industry officially entered a high-stakes era of technological disruption and market redistribution. Opening the 60th-anniversary edition of ...
Amadeus posts 6.1 per cent revenue growth in 2025
April 2026 418
Amadeus ended the year strongly, accelerating both revenue growth and profitability expansion. In 2025, group revenue grew 6.1 per cent for the full year, or 8....
P1
April 2026 178
Accor Group Chairman and CEO Sébastien Bazin visited Dubai to engage with UAE leadership and support teams across the region, reaffirming the company&rsq...
P2
April 2026 177
Centara Hotels & Resorts is advancing water conservation across its Maldives properties, including Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa, Centara Ras Fushi R...
P3
April 2026 229
Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has become the first hotel in the UAE to sign the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, reinforcing its commitment to sus...
P4
April 2026 218
Anantara Hotels & Resorts has announced the line-up, judges and partners for the inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma, set to take place from April 16 to 19, 20...
P5
April 2026 210
AirCairo has appointed Aeroprime Group as its exclusive Cargo General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) for India and the UAE, expanding their existing partnership...
P6
April 2026 194
Outletcity Metzingen recently celebrated its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of growth into Europe’s largest outlet and the world’s first om...
P7
April 2026 226
Aquarabia, Qiddiya City’s flagship water theme park, welcomed select guests for a soft opening from March 20, marking a key step ahead of its official lau...
P8
April 2026 221
Erth Abu Dhabi distributed more than 95,000 Iftar meals daily across the UAE during Ramadan, continuing a longstanding initiative supported by the Zayed for Goo...
Steering through choppy waters
April 2026 335
Cruise Master works closely with international cruise lines that deploy ships in the Arabian Gulf during the winter cruise season, typically from November throu...
Chanana joins Khamas Hospitality
April 2026 172
Gurbani Chanana has been appointed Cluster Director of Marketing and PR at Khamas Hospitality. She brings over 15 years of experience in hospitality, F&B an...
TBO Tek appoints CHRO
April 2026 193
Aditi Madhok-Naarden has been appointed Global Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Tek Travels DMCC, a subsidiary of TBO Tek Limited. She brings over 20 yea...
Simone Biles joins Mandarin Oriental
April 2026 188
Simone Biles has been named Global Wellness Ambassador at Mandarin Oriental. As the most decorated gymnast in history, she brings expertise in performance, reco...
Henrico Grobbelaar named Executive Chef
April 2026 182
Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort has appointed Henrico Grobbelaar as Executive Chef. He brings over 20 years of culinary experience and was named San Pellegri...
Grosso named US VP Operations
April 2026 186
Michele Grosso has been appointed Regional Vice President, Operations, US at Langham Hospitality Group. He brings over 28 years of luxury hospitality experience...
Saudi Red Sea Authority names new CEO
April 2026 202
The Saudi Red Sea Authority has appointed Dr Maryam Ali Ficociello as Chief Executive Officer. She brings over 20 years of experience in governance, risk and co...
dnata appoints Marwan Essa in Zanzibar
April 2026 251
dnata has appointed Marwan Essa as Managing Director of its Zanzibar operations. He brings extensive experience in ground handling and airport operations. Prior...
Hoznourek joins Hilton Dubai Palm
April 2026 233
Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah has appointed Jaroslav Hoznourek as Director of Food and Drinks. He brings over 20 years of experience in hospitality across Europe, ...
Etihad appoints Khalid Al Ali as SVP
April 2026 285
Etihad Airways has appointed Captain Khalid Humaid Al Ali as Senior Vice President Aeropolitical, International and Government Affairs. He brings over 40 years ...
Hilton appoints Halim as Cluster GM
April 2026 243
Hilton Dubai Jumeirah and Hilton Dubai The Walk have appointed Nader Halim as Cluster General Manager. He brings over 25 years of hospitality experience. Prior ...
Atlantis The Royal appoints Worsley
April 2026 261
Atlantis The Royal has appointed Daniel Worsley as Vice President, Hotel Operations. He brings over 20 years of luxury hospitality experience. Prior to this, Wo...
JA The Resort welcomes three new leaders
April 2026 259
JA Palm Tree Court has appointed Saskia Evraert as Hotel Manager. She brings over 20 years of experience in international hospitality. JA Lake View Hotel has ap...