Hospitality & Tourism

dnata, beOnd partner to support growth of premium air travel from the UAE

beOnd currently operates two routes connecting Al Maktoum - Dubai World Central with Male (MLE) and Zurich (ZRH)

Ras El Hekma megaproject: ADQ appoints Modon Holding as master developer

The project’s investments are likely to reach $110 billion by 2045, and it’s set to contribute $25 billion annually to the country’s GDP

Sharjah’s Air Arabia reintroduces flights between Ras Al Khaimah and Jeddah

Starting December 15, 2024, the flights will operate three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays

Etihad, DCT Abu Dhabi ‘stopover’ initiative sees 242 percent surge in travelers

The initiative's relaunch has surpassed expectations and significantly boosted the emirate's tourism industry

Qatar Airways launches three weekly non-stop flights to Toronto, Canada

Toronto will be the airline’s 14th destination in the Americas and the second destination in Canada

Emirates makes touchdown to Lagos, Nigeria

The daily service is strategically scheduled to optimize connections to key locations, enhancing business and leisure travel to and from Nigeria

Saudia signs codeshare agreement with Delta, expands North America network

Saudia passengers will gain access to 12 destinations in the United States beyond Delta’s hubs at JFK and LAX airports

Saudi Arabia’s NEOM reveals first designs of Sindalah Yacht Club set to open soon

The club’s design showcases the richness of Italy's artistic heritage, with interiors that reflect the island's natural beauty

Red Sea Global, Marriott partner to launch The Ritz-Carlton in AMAALA

Set to open in 2025, the property will feature 391 guestrooms, with a mix of Marina Village, sea, and mountain views

Riyadh welcomes first refurbished Emirates Boeing 777

This newly upgraded aircraft will operate the daily EK 819/820 service, departing Dubai at 07:10 and arriving in Riyadh at 08:05

ATM 2025: Global travel and tourism market to reach $11.1 trillion, generate 348 million jobs in 2024

Amid the surge in travel and tourism globally, Dubai welcomed a record 9.31 million international overnight visitors in H1 2024

Sharjah welcomes 1.057 million hotel guests in 8 months

Hotel occupancy rates held steady at 66 percent 

Dubai: IHG inks agreement to launch world’s tallest all-hotel tower next year

The First Group announced that Ciel, the world's tallest all-hotel tower, will be the latest addition to IHG’s Vignette Collection Portfolio

Saudi Arabia sees 656 percent surge in leisure tourists, welcoming 4.2 million in early 2024

The Kingdom welcomed 17.5 million international tourists from January to July 2024

Job losses in travel and tourism hit 70 million with women and youth facing sharp declines: WTTC

The report highlights the travel and tourism industry's potential for inclusive growth and the urgent need for action

IHG, Aldar to turn six Yas Island hotels into luxury resort

Straylight Yas, Vignette Collection will open in Q4 2025 on Yas Island

Qatar sees 26 percent surge in tourists to over 3.2 million in August 2024

Qatar seeks to increase the tourism sector's contribution to the GDP from 7 percent to 12 percent

UAE to enter U.S. Global Entry Program by October 2024, easing travel for Emiratis

UAE and U.S. government authorities will begin to develop and finalize criteria that will lead to the UAE’s full participation in the program

World Tourism Day: Qatar Rail launches metro tours, complimentary day passes to promote tourism

Qatar Rail collaborated with Hamad International Airport to launch an initiative offering complimentary day passes to arriving visitors

Qatar becomes first Gulf country to join U.S. Visa Waiver Program

Citizens and nationals of Qatar can now apply to travel to the U.S. for up to 90 days without obtaining a visa

UAE: Passport validity reduced to one month to facilitate status amendments for violators, says ICP

This adjustment allows violators to leave without an entry ban stamp or secure jobs while staying