Tourism & Aviation
Tourism and aviation news — covering travel technology, airline updates, Saudi tourism developments, and hospitality innovations in the Kingdom and the region.
VFS Global now offers UK Electronic Visa Waiver assistance in
The Kingdoms of Saudi Arabia and BahrainTravellers to the UK from The Kingdoms of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia can now apply for the Electronic Visa Waiver (EVW) VFS Global now offers EVW assistance for applicants in six countries in the Middle East Nationals of The Kingdoms of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia can now apply for an Electronic Visa Waiver (EVW) when […]
OMNIYAT illuminates the Palm Jumeirah sky once more, as groundbreaking commences for AVA at Palm Jumeriah
OMNIYAT starts construction of AVA at Palm Jumeirah, Dorchester Collection, Dubai AVA at Palm Jumeirah will be managed by Dorchester Collection Dubai, United Arab Emirates; June 20, 2022: Over 345 million people globally watched OMNIYAT light up the sky for the iconic launch of AVA at Palm Jumeirah, Dorchester Collection, Dubai, with 500 drones to announce […]
Amadeus and ATS Travel partner to launch the “ATS Go Green” sustainability drive supported by Olive Gaea
· Partnership cemented at an awareness campaign with key stakeholders at the Al Zohra Mangrove area June 17, UAE: Amadeus is partnering with ATS Travel, an award-winning travel management company in the Middle East, to launch its sustainable drive under the brand ‘ATS Go Green’ in collaboration with Olive Gaea, a Dubai-based start-up providing Net Zero solutions across the MENATI region. Amadeus […]
STARTING 23RD JUNE 2022, FLYNAS TO RELAUNCH WEEKLY FLIGHTS BETWEEN ALULA – RIYADH, ALULA – DAMMAM AND ALULA – DUBAI
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 16 June, 2022: With the start of the summer in the region, AlUla unveiled the relaunch of flynas domestic flights between AlUla and Dammam and AlUla – Riyadh, and international flights between AlUla – Dubai. This step comes to support easing access and providing more air travel options to and from […]
WIZZ YOUR WAY TO MARVELLOUS SUMMER DESTINATIONS
15 June 2022, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, is offering travellers an exciting one-day flash summer promotion, offering 5,000 seats for 120 AED, to share the love of travel. The national airline is providing fantastic reduced fares to/from Abu Dhabi and hassle-free travel to explore exotic, […]
The Great Escape: 50-60% of Twitter audiences in UAE and KSA are keen to explore new experiences
Twitter reveals consumer insights pertaining to international travel 15, June, Riyadh, KSA: As summer rapidly approaches, many in the region look to escape the weather over vacations to international destinations. Where previously trips were on hold due to the pandemic, the demand for travel is now on the rise as people venture out for new international […]
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IHG Hotels & Resorts launches Staybridge Suites Al Khobar City
The perfect place to stay for corporate visitors seeking long-term accommodation options IHG Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of its second Staybridge Suites in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) in Al Khobar, on Olaya Street. Located at the heart of Al Khobar’s corporate and shopping centers, it is the only IHG hotel to offer long-term […]
Mastercard Economics Institute: Pent-up demand drives global leisure and business flight bookings past 2019 levels
United Kingdom is the choice destination for travelers from Eastern, Europe, Middle East and Africa Cruises, buses and trains see strong spending rebound in 2022 as Covid restrictions loosen Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ; 13 June 2022: After a turbulent two years, new research from the Mastercard Economics Institute reveals that global leisure and business flight bookings1 have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, while spending […]
Radisson Collection amplifies its presence in Saudi Arabia with the opening of its second hotel in Riyadh
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Mansard Riyadh, A Radisson Collection Hotel, the luxury lifestyle brand’s second hotel in the city. The hotel’s name comes from its distinct Mansard roofline, designed as an homage to the signature Parisian Haussmann style of the mid 1800s, and evokes images of the grand buildings […]
WIZZ AIR AND AIRBUS SIGN AN AGREEMENT ON HYDROGEN POWERED AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS
Companies will collaborate on the operational and infrastructure opportunities of hydrogen powered aircraft Co-operation reaffirms Wizz Air’s ambitious sustainability commitment London, 9 June 2022: Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most sustainable European ultra-low-cost airline has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus to explore the potential for hydrogen-powered aircraft operations. The cooperation means Wizz Air […]
Leading Flight Booking Platform Wingie.com Hits 178 Countries
IATA-accredited flight booking platform Wingie.com receives unique visits from 178 countries in the first 4 months of 2022. The most popular 5 destinations have been announced on data sourced from users of 136 countries purchasing flights. DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– In line with forecasts, the air travel industry has surpassed pre-pandemic flight sales. A […]
voco Riyadh wins ‘Best Business Hotel in Riyadh’ award for second year in a row
For the second year in a row, voco Riyadh, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, won the “Best Business Hotel in Riyadh” award at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2022. The awards, organized by the popular Business Traveller magazine, were presented in a grand ceremony on May 9 in Dubai, UAE. The prestigious award is […]
Mastercard and Musafir partner to boost seamless travel bookings through innovative solutions
Musafir.com leveraging Mastercard’s technology to accelerate travel sector growth through strategic partnership in the Middle East and North Africa Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 29 May 2022. As recovery of the travel industry picks up steam, payments technology company Mastercard and travel website Musafir have partnered to take travel bookings originating in the Middle East and North […]
AIRLINES’ ‘BLANK SHEET OF PAPER’ MOMENT IS BIGGEST OPPORTUNITY FOR A GENERATION
Airlines have a once in a generation opportunity to restructure, innovate and expand, said James Hogan today in a keynote address to the Global Aerospace Summit in Abu Dhabi. “The global pandemic has been the biggest systemic shock in the history of aviation,” he said. “But that does give a unique opportunity for airlines that […]
DIGITALIZATION IS CRITICAL TO CURB MISHANDLED BAGGAGE AS RATES SPIKE AMID GROWING PASSENGER VOLUMES
The chance of a bag being mishandled is more than four times higher on international journeys GENEVA – 25 May 2022 – The global mishandled baggage rate has spiked by 24% to 4.35 bags per thousand passengers in 2021 as the industry recovers from the pandemic, according to the SITA Baggage IT Insights 2022, released today. The […]
Commitments to Net Zero and digital innovation are shaping a positive future for aerospace, aviation, space and defence
Day one of Global Aerospace Summit 2022: Digital transformation is driving a significant resurgence and growth across the aerospace industry Sustainability and tackling climate change highlighted as top priority objectives for aviation Progress in defence partnerships driven by advanced contracting leading to cost savings and efficiency 24 May 2022 – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: […]
Turkish Airlines reveals first quarter 2022 results at 161 million USD net profit with strong recovery on demand
Global aviation sector left behind two years of its biggest crisis in history. In this difficult time, Turkish Airlines finished the first quarter of 2022 at 163 million USD real operating profit and 161 million USD net profit despite the effects of the crisis caused by Covid-19 and increasing geopolitical tension. Total revenue of our […]
Arabic travellers in the GCC plan for new travel experiences, says expert during ATM 2022
Speaking during Day 2 of Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, consumer intelligence company D/A highlighted the important role GCC travellers have to play in tourism recovery The UAE and Saudi Arabia top the MENA region list of where GCC travellers plan to travel The company utilises AI technology to measure tourism trends in the GCC by monitoring […]
V Technology launches the latest high-tech product ‘V Booking’ at the Arabian Travel Market 2022 in Dubai
Dubai, May 09, 2022: ‘V Technology’ announced the launch of its latest blockchain-based product ‘V Booking’, a platform specialized in providing and facilitating advanced travel and tourism services in a secure and transparent manner that connects suppliers and users through a single integrated solution. Leveraging artificial intelligence technologies, the ‘V Booking’ platform is used to draw […]
QATAR AIRWAYS RETURNS TO ARABIAN TRAVEL MARKET 2022
Voted World’s Best Airline for the Sixth Time in 2021 – the fourth occasion since 2015 Award winning airline currently flies to 145 destinations worldwide with almost 1,500 flights per week – more than any other airline in the region All flights connect through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, currently named the 2021 “Best […]
Arabian Travel Market to open next week
The 2022 edition of the event to see an 85% year-on-year increase in floor space, with Middle East destinations eclipsing 2019 figures More than 20,000 visitors and 1,500 exhibiting companies from 112 destinations are expected during the four-day tourism showcase Countries from Japan to Jamaica and South Africa to San Marino represented New technology to […]
ALMOSAFER REVEALS TOP RAMADAN 2022 TRAVEL TRENDS IN SAUDI ARABIA
Saudi Arabia, 25 April 2022: Almosafer, the Kingdom’s leading omni-channel travel brand and the flagship brand of Seera Group’s Travel Unit, has released key insights and data into Saudi travellers’ preferences highlighting the top trends for the upcoming Eid travel season. Almosafer’s study examined consumers’ searches, bookings, and behaviour over the holy month of Ramadan […]