Tourism & Aviation
Tourism and aviation news — covering travel technology, airline updates, Saudi tourism developments, and hospitality innovations in the Kingdom and the region.
SANAD AND TRIUMPH FORGE AVIATION MAINTENANCE ALLIANCE
Agreement will see TRIUMPH perform engine accessory Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) services at its Texas facility on V2500 engines serviced by Sanad in Abu Dhabi Parties intend to jointly establish a dedicated “Centre of Excellence” in Abu Dhabi Sanad, a global industrial services leader with over 30 years’ experience in the aerospace sector, wholly […]
Qatar Airways Will operate a total of 55 Flights between Dammam and Doha to Bring Saudi Fans for FIFA Wolrd Cup Qatar 2022™
The Additional 25 flights Flights will be operated Around the Match Days of the Saudi National Team 28 September 2022 DOHA, Qatar – Qatar Airways is pleased to announce that it will increase flights between Dammam and Doha during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ to provide further options for football fans in Saudi Arabia to support […]
Priority Pass Marks 30th Birthday with a Programme of Celebrations
Airport experiences programme celebrates turning 30 as travel returns Celebrating valued members with limited-edition Priority Pass Membership Card Recognising ‘Travel Heroes’ for their outstanding contribution to travellers or the industry Launches #LiveLoveLounge Instagram competition and dedicated Spotify playlist Dubai – 27th SEPTEMBER 2022: Priority Pass, the original and market-leading airport experiences programme, owned and operated by Collinson, […]
voco Riyadh launches EV charging station
voco Riyadh is the first hotel in the Saudi capital to provide a charging station for electric vehicles. Allaf: voco is a brand built on sustainability. EV station part of other green initiatives launches by voco on a global level. Riyadh: voco Riyadh, owned and operated by the InterContinental Hotels Group, has launched an electric […]
MEBAA Show 2022 set to welcome new international exhibitors as business aviation continues to grow
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 26 September 2022 – The global private jet market is projected to reach $39.84 billion in 20251, up 54% from $25.87 billion in 2021, and the Middle East market – specifically the GCC region – is representing a major part of that. A new report from Global Jet Capital forecasts new […]
The Red Sea Development Company appoints Think Strawberries as its GCC Tourism Representative Partner
As part of its strategic expansion plan to build destination awareness, The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC) has appointed Think Strawberries – the leading tourism representation company – as its partner across the GCC to develop the region’s growing outbound ultra-luxury travel market. Pioneering an ambitious path to lead the way in regenerative tourism, TRSDC […]
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A JOURNEY TO GREECE WITH KYMA
The effortless sophistication of Mediterranean coastal dining comes to the new Palm’s West Beach KYMA (κύμα), which comes from the Greek, is the most anticipated opening on the Palm’s West Beach shores, where laid-back glamour meets the tranquility of a Grecian summer. Offering a touch of luxury with access to the sparkling Arabian Gulf, KYMA is […]
VFS Global enters strategic partnership with Oman Post
To offer a range of public sector services in the Sultanate of Oman for citizens and residence of Oman and overseas Oman Post, renowned postal service provider in Oman, has entered a strategic partnership with VFS Global, the world’s largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide, to offer a range […]
CELEBRATE SAUDI NATIONAL DAY IN ‘SUITE’ STYLE AT CAESARS PALACE DUBAI
GCC Nationals can enjoy exclusive benefits at the Forbes 5-Star recognized Luxury Resort! Dubai, United Arab Emirates, September 2022: Caesars Palace Dubai, a five-star luxury beachfront resort located on Bluewaters Island, invites GCC Nationals to enjoy the ‘suite life with a host of exclusive benefits when booking a stylish suite. Promising a truly memorable experience for all, guests can enjoy an […]
Qatar Airways Offers Fans Exclusive Travel Packages to Attend the Blockbuster Lusail Super Cup
04 September 2022 Fans of Al Hilal SC, Winner of the Saudi Professional League, and Al Zamalek SC, Winner of the Egyptian Premier League, can now book all-inclusive travel packages to watch the matchup in Qatar via qatarairwaysholidays.com/lusail-super-cup DOHA, Qatar – Qatar Airways announces the availability of travel packages for fans traveling to attend the Lusail […]
Accor signs deal to open Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi
NEW PROPERTY SET TO OPEN IN Q3 2022, WILL EXPAND RIXOS HOTELS & RESORTS FOOTPRINT IN THE UAE September 5, 2022: Accor, a world-leading hospitality group with over 420 hotels across India, the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey, is expanding its luxury portfolio by opening its fourth Rixos property in the UAE in Q3 2022. Rixos Marina […]
Fly to Doha at your convenience with Royal Jet’s Match Day Flights
Travel in style with friends, family, or colleagues to watch the biggest sporting competition of the year UAE, Dubai, 05 September 2022: RoyalJet Abu Dhabi, the award-winning global leader in premium private aviation, has announced match day flights to Doha for football enthusiasts to fly with comfort, style, and luxury, at their convenience during November […]
Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah Opens on Palm West Beach
New property brings Hilton’s flagship brand to Dubai’s world-famous island destination Dubai, United Arab Emirates; September 1, 2022: Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today celebrates the opening of Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah. Located on the popular Palm West Beach, the hotel is the perfect escape for couples, families, friends and solo travelers looking to enjoy sunset views, a temperature-controlled […]
This Maldives wellness resort offers a fully customisable approach to beauty and skin-health
Unveiling a new dimension of skincare with JOALI BEING AUGUST 29, 2022 – JOALI BEING is giving luxury wellness a whole new definition with entirely customizable holistic skincare treatment plans specifically tailored to every individual’s needs. The one-of-a-kind wellness retreat offers immersion programs that range from five nights to three weeks, with each timeline strategically providing […]
Priority Pass Partners with WithU to Offer Members Audio Fitness and Wellbeing Experiences while Travelling or at Home
New lifestyle benefit will give members on-the-go access to over 1,000 immersive audio-based workouts led by world-class coaches Partnership is a ‘first-of-its-kind’ in bringing hyper-personalised training to the travel experience Available to Priority Pass retail members from today Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 29 AUGUST 2022: Collinson’s Priority Pass – the original and market-leading airport lounge and travel experiences programme – has announced […]
World Smart City Expo 2022: Experience Today and Tomorrow of Smart City
SEOUL, South Korea–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– The World Smart City Expo 2022, the largest ever in its history, will be held from August 31 to September 2, with 300 cities and businesses from 20 countries participating at KINTEX 1, Goyang City in South Korea. Under the slogan “Digital Earth, Connecting,” the World Smart City Expo 2022 (WSCE 2022) […]
TBO Holidays Announces ‘Winner’ of Mega Promotional Campaign for Travel Agents
Grand prize winner Sarah Raouf from Family Tours, Egypt, walks away with brand new BMW X2 Over 1,500 winners and 6,000 rewards distributed during 120 days Dubai, 24 August 2022: TBO Holidays, one-stop shop booking platform for all travel agents across MEA, which is owned by Tek Travels DMCC– announced the grand prize winner of […]
WFS to Focus on Reshaping Airline Resilience Post-COVID
23 August 2022 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2022 World Financial Symposium (WFS) would focus on reshaping airline resilience. The event will take place from19-22 September in Doha, Qatar, with Qatar Airways as the host airline. Following the greatest shock to aviation in history, the industry is emerging rapidly from the pandemic […]
Accor Adds Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island To Their Growing Portfolio
22 AUG 2022 : Making its debut, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island brings world-renowned levels of hospitality as the premium destination resort for families, couples and adventurers to Ras Al Khaimah. The five-star resort features 418 rooms, suites and chalets, each boasting a balcony and uninterrupted sea views of the Arabian Gulf. Thoughtfully designed for families, […]
When it comes to travel, the UAE and KSA place high importance on premium experiences
New research finds that airport lounges remain extremely popular in the region Loyalty rewards are considered the top payment card travel benefit There is a correlation between travel benefits and increased use of payment cards DUBAI – 17 AUGUST 2022: The travel ecosystem is already making a comeback after a disruptive event that has impacted every […]
KSA Travellers are returning to their wanderlists
By Sumanth Kapoor Business Head – KSA, Bahrain and Oman June 2021 came as a month of relief to travellers worldwide as border restrictions started easing and travel plans could finally be unpaused. This pent-up demand for travel has led to one of the travel and tourism industry’s busiest summer seasons. Although Covid-19 keeps rearing […]
Bell Announces 400th Bell 505 Delivery
Bell’s clean-sheet-designed 505 is used on six continents Middle East, (11 Aug. 2022) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today the 400th Bell 505 delivery to European customer, Al Barratt, co-founder of Grenade and owner of Cotswold Aviation, both based in the United Kingdom. The first Bell 505 was delivered in 2017, and today, there are 400 aircraft operating on […]