CruiseXplore, the Middle East’s cruise specialist, participated in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 for the second consecutive year, bringing together an impressive portfolio of international cruise partners spanning contemporary family-friendly holidays and premium cruising to intimate ultra-luxury voyages, expedition adventures and immersive river journeys.
Etihad Airways and Ibom Air have signed an interline agreement expanding connectivity beyond Lagos and Accra to five Nigerian cities. From March 2027, passengers can travel on a single ticket to Abuja, Uyo, Port Harcourt, Calabar and Enugu.
Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) has opened Kapitol at Rixos Premium Dubai JBR, marking the launch of its dedicated Social Gaming division and introducing a new high-tech entertainment concept to the UAE.
Emirates NBD has launched the UAE’s first bank-led AI Travel Assistant, developed in collaboration with Visa and Tripadvisor, as the bank expands its digital offering beyond traditional financial services.
With a growing fleet presence and 22 destinations across Asia, Royal Caribbean is broadening its regional offering. In this exclusive TTN interview, Ben Bouldin, President of Greater China & Managing Director of Asia at Royal Caribbean, discusses the company’s strategy, evolving consumer preferences and opportunities to attract a new generation of cruise travellers.
flydubai has signed a long-term agreement with Unilode Aviation Solutions for fully outsourced Unit Load Device (ULD) management as the Dubai-based airline expands its passenger and cargo operations and prepares for future fleet growth.
Gulf Air, Bahrain’s national carrier, made aviation history by conducting a ceremonial fly-past over the Sepang International Circuit during the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 in Malaysia, marking the first time the airline has performed the display at a Formula 1 race outside Bahrain.
Dubai highlighted its growing role as a global superyacht hub at the Monaco Yacht Show 2026, held from September 23–26. The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism showcased the emirate’s expanding yachting ecosystem and efforts to strengthen the UAE’s connected luxury maritime offering.
Riyadh Air has unveiled the first images of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in indigo livery after the aircraft rolled out of Boeing's paint facility in South Carolina, US. One in every 10 aircraft in the Saudi PIF unit's fleet is expected to feature the indigo livery, creating a distinctive visual identity as the airline boosts its fleet.
Aviation technology company Forthcode has launched ANiX, an AI intelligence layer designed specifically for aviation, connecting passenger intent, airline knowledge, onboard systems, crew workflows and commerce in a single environment.
