Syria's Ministry of Tourism has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with three Saudi technology firms, Tamkeen, Cipher and Hawaz, to accelerate the digital transformation of the country's tourism sector and enhance its competitiveness in regional and international markets.
Etihad Airways and Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest airline, have signed an interline agreement to connect their networks and provide Etihad passengers access to 20 destinations across Nigeria, West and Central Africa.
Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has entered into a strategic partnership with Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi, a five-star boutique lifestyle hotel from top hospitality group Hyatt, to power the property with clean energy, verified through Clean Energy Certificates.
Saudi Arabia's Safari Group has clinched a major contract from Matarat Holding to expand Hail Airport under the Airports Cluster II programme. On completion, the airport will have spacious departures and arrivals areas as well as a new 5,600-sq-m southern extension to the existing terminal.
Egypt will launch a digital visa-on-arrival system on August 1, 2026, starting at Cairo International Airport before expanding nationwide to modernise entry procedures and enhance the visitor experience.
Vatel Bahrain has launched “Explore Hospitality,” a two-week summer programme aimed at introducing young people aged 15 to 18 to career opportunities in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
Ras Al Khaimah welcomed a record of more than 670,000 visitors in the first half of 2026, driven by strong domestic demand. Domestic arrivals rose 47% year-on-year, with May recording the emirate's highest-ever monthly visitor numbers.
Dubai Airports has appointed Kan Ni as Senior Vice President of Airport Operations, Khalid Ishaq as Vice President of the Airport Operations Control Centre (AOCC), and Ahmad Al Bastaki as Vice President of Technology Operations and Cybersecurity to support growth at DXB and DWC.
Qiddiya City has become the first destination management organisation in the Middle East to receive the Destination Marketing Accreditation Programme (DMAP) Accreditation with Distinction from Destinations International, marking the highest level of recognition under the global accreditation framework.
Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road has launched a cat-friendly stay experience, allowing guests to travel with their feline companions while enjoying dedicated in-room amenities designed for pet comfort.
