Tourism & Aviation
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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 […]
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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 […]

Nasma offers attractive short-term stay to FIFA fans en route to Doha
DUBAI, UAE, 15 November 2022: Nasma Luxury Stays, a division of Al Tamimi Investments and a specialist in executive living and luxury vacation rentals, has introduced an innovative offer for all FIFA fans who are on their route to Doha for FIFA World Cup from 20 November to 18 December 2022. In the wake of fully […]

Make your journey seamless with access to these lounge locations in the MENA region
DUBAI – 15 November 2022: Travellers are taking to the skies again, with the Middle Eastern air traffic rising by 246.5% in June 2022, but today’s travellers are diverse and resourceful, and they expect travel providers to offer personalised and meaningful experiences. Over the last few years, a traveller’s journey has evolved, with lounge access becoming a crucial […]

Premium private jet provider Flexjet touches down in the Middle East
After successfully launching in Europe in 2019, premium private jet provider Flexjet is expanding its services further in the Middle East, with a launch of its newest Gulfstream G650 taking place in Dubai this month. As one of the world’s leading providers of private jet travel, Flexjet was established in the U.S. in the shared jet ownership […]

New Global Report Demonstrates FedEx Economic Impact
In Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA), FedEx indirectly contributed to net economic output worth US$3.8 billion across the AMEA region’s economy in FY 2022 – a 12% increase over FY 2021 Dubai, UAE, November 14, 2022 – FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) released the findings from its 2022 report that analyzed the company’s impact on […]

Sabre hosts a workshop event for key travel players in Riyadh
Leading travel technology company showcases latest technology solutions in the travel industry Riyadh, SAUDI ARABIA, 13 November 2022 – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, hosted an interactive event for key travel players in Saudi Arabia. The event, which took place in Riyadh last week brought together key […]

The Holidays Feel Different On The Sunny Side Of Life
Joy and renewed energy await at JOALI resorts in the Maldives November 10, 2022 – JOALI BEING and JOALI Maldives redefine the holiday season with two immersive island getaways and a range of curated experiences. There is something that will suit all needs, from realigning mind and body to expressing a creative side while reconnecting with family […]

FedEx Express Showcases its Industry-Leading Aerospace Solutions at Bahrain International Airshow
Manama, Bahrain, November 9, 2022 – FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, is showcasing its one-stop shop shipping solutions for the aerospace industry, at the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS), from November 9 to 11, 2022. Aircraft maintenance is an extremely time sensitive undertaking and the time […]

BELL COMPLETES U.S. MARINE CORPS AH-1Z PROGRAM OF RECORD
Completes United States Military program of record for H-1 Helicopters Middle East (Nov. 03, 2022) – In a ceremony at the Amarillo Assembly Center, Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, celebrated the delivery of the 189th AH-1Z Viper to the U.S. Marine Corps, completing the Program of Record (POR) for the latest version of […]

WIZZ AIR ABU DHABI LAUNCH AN EXCITING NEW ROUTE TO TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN
The launch of Tashkent falls in line with the national airline’s expansion plans to add an eclectic mix of destinations in Central Asia 04 November 2022, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, has launched its latest route to Uzbekistan’s capital Tashkent, the largest city in Central Asia. This […]
