InterContinental Abu Dhabi and InterContinental Residences Abu Dhabi have secured five titles at the World Travel Awards 2026, recognising their performance across business travel, serviced apartments and hotel residences.
Zeal Connect has launched Zeal CRM, an AI-first customer relationship management platform designed specifically for the travel industry, completing a technology suite that manages journeys from initial enquiry through booking and post-sale resolution.
Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2026 concluded its 29th edition as one of the festival’s biggest and most dynamic seasons, attracting hundreds of thousands of residents and visitors with 60 days of shopping, dining, entertainment and family experiences across Dubai.
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly owned subsidiary of Qiddiya Investment Company, has launched Hot Wheels E-Karting at SEVEN TABUK, bringing the globally recognised Mattel brand to life through an immersive indoor racing experience.
The Ascott has announced plans to open 16 properties across the Middle East, Africa and Türkiye (MEAT) by the end of 2028, expanding its regional portfolio as the hospitality group targets 15,000 units by 2030, at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026.
AROYA Cruises is expanding its Mediterranean programme for 2026 and 2027, introducing new destinations and routes from Istanbul’s Galataport. The 2027 season will add Antalya and Nafplio, alongside two new 14-night voyages linking the Mediterranean, Aegean and Adriatic seas.
Bahrain International Airport (BIA) has secured three awards at the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards, as passenger traffic returned to normal levels while the airport continued to maintain high standards of service quality and operational efficiency.
Shaza Hotels is targeting Turkey, Central Asia and North Africa for expansion from 2027, unveiling its international growth strategy at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai as it seeks culturally relevant, family-focused hospitality opportunities beyond its GCC base.
Technology, talent and customer focus will be central to maintaining competitiveness as the global travel industry enters its next phase of growth, according to senior executives at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026.
flydubai is expanding its fleet beyond 100 aircraft and launching the next phase of its cabin retrofit programme in September, as the Dubai-based carrier strengthens capacity and upgrades its onboard offering. The airline will receive 11 new aircraft in 2026, comprising seven Boeing 737-9 MAX and four Boeing 737-8 MAX.
