Kuwait Airways has announced the launch of its direct flights to the Greek island of Mykonos. The service will operate two flights a week, on Sundays and Thursdays, as part of Kuwait Airways’ summer flight schedule.
Qatar Airways has announced a Summer 2026 network expansion, restoring and launching services to over 160 destinations worldwide. The airline is adding 26 routes across key global regions.
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, has joined the International Air Transport Association (IATA) following the launch of its inaugural flights to London and Jeddah, marking a milestone in its global expansion strategy.
The fifth edition of Musandam Summer 2026 has officially launched in Oman’s Musandam Governorate and will run until August 15, organised by the Department of Culture, Sports and Youth.
Dhofar Municipality has announced the 2026 Khareef Dhofar season, running from 21 June to 21 September, featuring 125 cultural, artistic, sporting and entertainment events across multiple wilayats and tourist destinations in Oman’s Dhofar Governorate.
Thamer Faiz Al Alawi, Ambassador of Oman to Spain, has presented his credentials as Permanent Representative of Oman to the UN Tourism Organisation during an official ceremony at the organisation’s headquarters in Madrid.
Sharjah’s 102 hotels welcomed 2.1 million guests in 2025, marking a 22% annual increase, according to Cavendish Maxwell. Hotel revenues rose 20% to AED780 million ($212 million), with average stays recorded at two nights.
Dubai Airports has received two honours at the Ideas Arabia International Award – Dubai Quality Group, recognising its leadership in Digitisation and AI Integration in Health & Safety and Accessible & Inclusive Travel for People of Determination Guests.
Pegasus Airlines has launched a new direct summer route between London Gatwick and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International, with services commenced on June 15, 2026.
ROKA is set to open its second Dubai location at Six Senses The Palm, bringing its signature robatayaki dining concept to the luxury beachfront resort’s rooftop and further strengthening the brand’s growing presence across the GCC region.
