Minor Hotels and Abu Dhabi-based Bloom Holding have partnered to develop Anantara Retreat Rabat, marking their entry into Morocco’s hospitality market. The 38-key luxury boutique hotel is scheduled to open in early 2030 in Rabat’s diplomatic district.
Abu Dhabi has unveiled more than 40 cultural, sporting, musical and lifestyle events running through early 2027. The programme features international performers, major sporting competitions, landmark museum openings and art festivals, strengthening the emirate’s appeal as a global tourism destination.
Delta Air Lines, a major airline in the US, reported a pre-tax profit of $1.5 billion for the September quarter of 2026, matching its performance in the same period last year, as strong travel demand helped the airline navigate higher fuel costs.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Kleek Development to develop a 250-key Crowne Plaza hotel in Sixth Settlement, New Cairo, with opening scheduled for the first quarter of 2031.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has welcomed the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) as a Destination Partner, strengthening collaboration with the Kingdom following its participation in WTTC’s 26th Global Summit in Valletta, Malta.
Dubai Safari Park opened its doors for Season 8 today (October 12) welcoming visitors with a week of family-friendly activities and wildlife experiences during the school mid-term break.
Visit Qatar and the UFC have announced that tickets for UFC Fight Night: Procházka vs Stirling are available through the official Visit Qatar ticketing platform ahead of the event in Doha on November 21, 2026.
EgyptAir, Egypt’s national airline, has selected Sitecore’s AI-powered digital platform to enhance customer experiences through more personalised engagement across digital channels.
Riyadh will host the second edition of the World Stadiums & Arenas Summit on October 14–15, 2026 at Hilton Riyadh, bringing together government officials, investors, developers and industry experts to explore opportunities in sports infrastructure development and investment.
The Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media is conducting a promotional roadshow across Central Asia from 12 to 16 October, with events scheduled in Tashkent on October 13 and Almaty on October 15.
