Hospitality & Tourism

Abu Dhabi hotels generate $185.7 million in May 2025 amid growing international visitors

May welcomed approximately 481,000 guests, showcasing Abu Dhabi as a top travel destination

Qatar Airways introduces global winter schedule, boosts flights to over 15 destinations

Qatar Airways will also restart services to Canberra, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing connectivity between Australia and the world

Emirates, IHG Hotels & Resorts partner to support SMEs in global travel

The partnership aims to provide exclusive rewards and value-added benefits for business travel.

Top markets driving business travel spending as global projections reach $1.57 trillion in 2025

Business travel spending is expected to reach $2.02 trillion by 2029, reflecting ongoing corporate demand

Riyadh strengthens global tourism image with world’s largest esports tournament

Running from July 7 to August 24, the seven-week tournament in Riyadh has drawn over 2,000 elite international players competing in a wide array of the world's most popular esports titles

Saudi Arabia launches $173 million Global City Dammam with Thai investor

The city will include dedicated pavilions for 16 countries, each showcasing its unique culture and traditions

DXB welcomes 46 million guests in H1 2025, marking busiest first half on record

In the second quarter alone, DXB served 22.5 million guests, an increase of 3.1 percent over the same period last year

UAE passport ranked 8th most powerful globally: What countries dominate the top 10?

UAE passport holders enjoy visa-free access to 184 destinations out of 227 globally

Upcoming Riyadh Season to feature rich Saudi and Gulf content, comedy festival: GEA chairman

The season will include global events such as music concerts, football matches, boxing bouts, UFC fights and a WWE showcase

Etihad Airways targets 21.5 million passengers and 18 new aircraft in 2025, says CEO

The airline is on track to close 2025 with a fleet of between 115 and 120 aircraft

Luxury travel market customization, personalization expected to hit $620.71 million by 2032: Report

85 percent of hoteliers view personalization as a crucial driver of commercial value

Emirates expands Mauritius network with third daily flight starting December 1

Since Emirates launched its scheduled services to Mauritius in 2002, the airline has carried more than 8.8 million passengers

Saudi Arabia launches King Fahd Airport master plan, announces $426.5 million projects

A new national low-cost carrier, Air Arabia, was announced to be based at King Fahd International Airport

Qatar Airways announces resumption of three weekly flights to Aleppo starting August 10

Flights will increase to four weekly from September 1, enhancing travel options for passengers 

From Playa d’en Bossa to Al Marjan Island: My encounter with ‘The Unexpected’ vision of luxury

The Unexpected Al Marjan Island Hotel & Residences is a fusion of avant-garde design, high-octane entertainment, and culinary experiences all threaded together

Etihad Airways expands network with seven new destinations

New services will begin in March 2026, with Medina set to start operating in November 2025

Over 5.79 million passengers pass through Oman’s airports by May 2025 as Salalah Airport sees 6.7 percent growth

Muscat International Airport handled 5,207,005 million passengers, marking a 3.5 percent decrease in traffic

5 facts about the Faya Palaeolandscape: UAE’s newest UNESCO World Heritage site

Faya’s inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites to 1,226 across 168 countries

Diriyah Company: Transforming Saudi Arabia’s birthplace into a premier destination

Diriyah is a unique destination that combines cultural and historical experiences with the modern pleasures of fine dining, nature, and luxury

Saudi Arabia ranks first in global tourism receipts growth for Q1 2025

The Kingdom recorded 102 percent surge in international tourist arrivals during the quarter

Etihad Airways carries 10.2 million passengers in H1 2025, up 17 percent

The airline carried 1.8 million passengers last month, marking a 16 percent annual increase

Emirates leads YouGov 2025 rankings as world’s most recommended brand

Emirates' consistent focus on customer satisfaction is a hallmark of its global success

Travel and tourism industry to reach 30 billion tourist trips by 2034, adding $16 trillion to global GDP: WEF

India and China will be responsible for more than 25 percent of all outbound travel by 2030