The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported growing passenger demand for artificial intelligence (AI), biometric identification and digital passports, while warning that complex immigration and visa procedures are increasingly discouraging international travel.
InterContinental Muscat hosted a breast cancer awareness session in collaboration with the Oman Cancer Association (OCA) on 26 October 2026, reinforcing its commitment to colleague wellbeing, community engagement and corporate social responsibility.
FCM Consulting has identified four gaps businesses should address in 2027 to maximise corporate travel value as costs rise. Its latest report highlights travel purpose, AI governance, hotel savings and disruption readiness, amid a 21% increase in economy airfares this year.
Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island is inviting guests to take part in an interactive Chocolate Creation Experience at Dar Zellij, combining a hands-on culinary activity with charitable giving as part of the hotel group’s global Kilo of Kindness campaign.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on airlines to turn advances in digitalisation across retailing, payments and digital identity into improved passenger experiences and greater financial resilience.
Abu Dhabi Airports has welcomed Air India Express’ new services linking Zayed International Airport with Amritsar and the resumption of direct flights to Goa. Both routes launched on October 25 and operate three times weekly.
BWH Hotels has announced a major brand transformation, bringing more than 4,000 hotels across 18 brands under the WorldHotels masterbrand and a unified loyalty programme, as the hospitality group seeks to strengthen global recognition, improve digital engagement and expand growth opportunities for hotel owners.
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Euroleague Basketball have announced that the EuroLeague Final Four Presented by Experience Abu Dhabi will return to the UAE capital in 2027 and 2029.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that airlines worldwide incurred $24.5 billion in payment processing costs in 2025, highlighting growing financial pressures as transaction expenses rise faster than travel sales.
talabat has partnered with Qatar Airways Privilege Club to introduce a new Card-Linked Offers (CLO) programme in Kuwait, allowing customers to earn Avios on everyday purchases through the food delivery platform.
