Tourism & Aviation
Tourism and aviation news — covering travel technology, airline updates, Saudi tourism developments, and hospitality innovations in the Kingdom and the region.
Winter at Tantora to feature a series of luxury retail pop-ups set in the stunning landscapes of the Ashar Valley
Phase one of the Ashar Valley Fashion pop-ups in AlUla feature brand offerings from Samer Halimeh, Assouline, The Terrace by L’Opera, Michael Cinco, Azza Fahmy, and Vianney Halter AlUla, Saudi Arabia – January 3, 2023: A series of luxury retail pop-ups set in the stunning landscapes of the Ashar Valley provide the perfect shopping experience […]
Local and regional cuisine to be showcased in first ever “Flavours of AlUla”
Celebrity chefs, immersive sensory experiences and family fun on the menu AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A unique and immersive culinary journey is on the cards for food lovers at Flavours of AlUla, a fun and colourful celebration of food, flavour and art that is being held from December 29 to January 14 as part of […]
Polo returns bigger and better in AlUla this January
Tickets now available for the Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo taking place across three days of action from January 26-28 World renowned players are flying in to compete in the only polo desert tournament in the world AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – December 29, 2022: The Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo, the world’s only […]
Stay longer and Save with Rosewood Jeddah
Book now at one of the most luxurious hotels in Jeddah and enjoy a 30% discount on the best flexible rate when staying for 5 consecutive nights or more. Whether you are traveling for business or leisure, book a longer stay and discover more in Jeddah. The city of Jeddah receives millions of visitors annually […]
Chery auto and Qatar Airways signed partnership to be the official designated vehicle
Chery auto established the partnership with Qatar Airways become the official designated vehicle to provide transportation service in Qatar. By partnering with Qatar Airways, Chery strengthens its presence apparently and supports visitors to get into the excitement football event. According to the data, inbound flights of Qatar surged 10 times during the World Cup, while direct flight bookings to Doha from Mexico, Argentina, Spain and other places […]
SEVEN partners with Clip ‘n Climb to bring fun climbing experiences to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
● First Clip ‘n Climb branded stand-alone venue in Saudi Arabia to open at SEVEN’s upcoming entertainment destination in Al Hamra in Riyadh● SEVEN announces more than ten Clip ‘n Climb attractions will be featured in its entertainment destinations across the Kingdom in the next three years● The strategic partnership with Clip ‘n Climb will […]
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Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Organizes “Hajj Expo” in 2023
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – December 07, 2022 The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced that it will organize a conference and exhibition for Hajj and Umrah services, “Expo Hajj 2023”, at the beginning of January next year 2023. The Exhibition will be held in Jeddah. It aims at discussing the innovative services and […]
Hilton Announces Strategic Partnership with Saudi Tourism Development Fund and Signs Multiple New Hotel Agreements across the Kingdom
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 07 December 2022 – As part of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit in Riyadh, Hilton has announced a strategic partnership with the Saudi Tourism Development Fund (TDF) – as well as agreements with several public and private developers for new hotels in destinations across Saudi Arabia. In the coming […]
Active GCC hotel development pipeline now equal to 40% of existing room supply, compared with 11% globally
According to new research commissioned by Arabian Travel Market (ATM), and conducted at the end of September 2022 by hotel market intelligence and global benchmarking company STR, the GCC region now has over 170,000 hotel rooms under active development (planning, final planning & under construction). This is equivalent to 40% of the GCC’s existing hotel room inventory, a […]
EXPLORETECH 2.0 LAUNCHES TO EMPOWER THE MEA HOSPITALITY AND TRAVEL INDUSTRY BY FACILITATING CONNECTIVITY WITH TECH
n a bid to accelerate recovery within the Middle East and Africa (MEA) Hospitality and Travel Industries, ExploreTECH Digital Marketplace is excited to announce the launch of its new and improved platform. With a mission to enable hoteliers and travel professionals to discover technology solutions on a comprehensive, unified database and conduct instant side-by-side product […]
Sabre opens new Jeddah office to support evolving needs of Saudi Arabian travel industry
JEDDAH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and MANAMA, Bahrain – 5 December 2022 – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, celebrated the opening of a new office in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, last week in the presence of representatives from travel companies and partners. “We are excited to continue delivering […]
Imdaad receives third consecutive five-star rating at Taqdeer Award’s 5th Cycle
Dubai, 1 December 2022: Imdaad, a Dubai-based group of companies that provides integrated, sustainable facilities management (FM) services that enhance operational efficiencies of physical assets, has received its third five-star rating in a row at the fifth annual Taqdeer Award. Held recently at the Sheikh Rashid Hall of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), Dubai, the ceremony also recognized three Imdaad employees for their invaluable contributions to both the group and […]
Spectacular Sustainable Experiences at The Red Sea
Sustainability and regeneration are at the heart & soul of the Red Sea Global ethos, and in a reflection of that culture, The Red Sea Destination is set to be a sanctuary for the discerning traveler, offering myriads of indulgent interactive activities to enjoy whilst keeping a sustainable approach in place. The destination offers visitors […]
Sabre, Conferma Pay and Mastercard Join Forces to Power the Travel Economy with Virtual Cards
SOUTHLAKE, Texas and MANCHESTER, United Kingdom, Nov. 29 2022 – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR) a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, and Conferma Pay, a global fintech firm that specializes in payment technology, today announced a new partnership with Mastercard to accelerate the use of virtual cards for business-to-business (B2B) travel payments. Today’s […]
Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa Unveils New Experiences
Resident experts lead a collection of enriching leisure activities for travelers of all ages to uncover DUBAI, United Arab Emirates– 30 October 2022 – Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa introduces an array of thoughtful experiences designed to take care of the evolving needs of different travelers, building on the benchmark for hospitality set by Hilton […]
Elaf Travel and Tourism signs an exclusive technology agreement with Sabre to fuel strategic goals
Travel agency utilizes Sabre technology to grow in the online space JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia and MANAMA, Bahrain, 21 November 2022 –Elaf Travel and Tourism, a leading travel management company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, cemented a long-standing relationship, signing an exclusive agreement […]
Accor Group announces year end offers with ALL- Accor Live Limitless
ALL – ACCOR LIVE LIMITLESS OFFERS ITS MEMBERS AN EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT OF UP TO 25% OFF ON STAYS ALONGSIDE THE OPPORTUNITY TO DOUBLE UP ON REWARD POINTS. 20 November 2022: Accor, a world-leading augmented hospitality group with over 425 hotels across India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey, has announced its exclusive ALL END OF YEAR Offer with up to 25% […]
GlobalData reveals top 10 Asian airline companies on social media in 2022
The global airline industry’s path to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic is being hampered by staff shortages and other macro factors such as the Russia-Ukraine war, and the looming global recession. Against this backdrop, the Social Media Analytics Platform of GlobalData has tracked the top 10 Asian airlines based on the volume of social media conversations of […]
Fly private with RoyalJet to the top destinations of the world for some unique luxury experiences
Travel at your own convenience, amidst comfort and luxury, to some of the most beautiful places on earth 16th November 2022: Treat yourself to a memorable helicopter ride and watch the beautiful city of London from above, or dine at the Alléno Paris au Pavillon Ledoyen with 3 Michelin stars under its belt and a fantastic […]
DHL Express Signs MoU with Bahrain Airport Company
Manama, Bahrain – 15 November 2022: DHL Express, the leading global express and logistics provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), at the Bahrain International Airshow 2022. The MoU will see both parties enhance collaboration on upcoming projects to support […]
Saudi travel platform almatar partners with Snap to reward fans at FIFA World Cup
● almatar will run a “Predict and Win” contest for the three Saudi Arabia group matches for a chance to win exciting prizes Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – November 15, 2022: almatar, a leading Saudi-based online travel agency, has partnered with Snap to engage with and reward football fans during the FIFA World Cup 2022. almatar […]
Hilton looks ahead and identifies key travel trends for 2023, as a record year of travel draws to a close
Hilton looks ahead and identifies key travel trends for 2023, as a record year of travel draws to a close New research shows that UAE travellers seek personalised experiences, health and wellness, and deeper connections to local communities and cultures in 2023 Dubai, UAE, 15 November 2022: If 2022 was the year of the changed […]