Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and STARLUX Airlines have announced the expansion of their loyalty partnership, introducing two-way mileage redemption and accrual services for members of both frequent flyer programmes.
Digital accessibility across Dubai’s hotels has increased to 90% in 2026 compared to 83% in 2024, said the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) citing an evaluation by the Dubai Digital Authority (DDA).
RXV Wellness Village, located in Suan Sampran just outside Bangkok, is inviting travellers from the GCC to prioritise rest, recovery and stress management through its tailored wellness experiences as the year draws to a close.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported growing passenger demand for artificial intelligence (AI), biometric identification and digital passports, while warning that complex immigration and visa procedures are increasingly discouraging international travel.
InterContinental Muscat hosted a breast cancer awareness session in collaboration with the Oman Cancer Association (OCA) on 26 October 2026, reinforcing its commitment to colleague wellbeing, community engagement and corporate social responsibility.
FCM Consulting has identified four gaps businesses should address in 2027 to maximise corporate travel value as costs rise. Its latest report highlights travel purpose, AI governance, hotel savings and disruption readiness, amid a 21% increase in economy airfares this year.
Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island is inviting guests to take part in an interactive Chocolate Creation Experience at Dar Zellij, combining a hands-on culinary activity with charitable giving as part of the hotel group’s global Kilo of Kindness campaign.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on airlines to turn advances in digitalisation across retailing, payments and digital identity into improved passenger experiences and greater financial resilience.
Abu Dhabi Airports has welcomed Air India Express’ new services linking Zayed International Airport with Amritsar and the resumption of direct flights to Goa. Both routes launched on October 25 and operate three times weekly.
BWH Hotels has announced a major brand transformation, bringing more than 4,000 hotels across 18 brands under the WorldHotels masterbrand and a unified loyalty programme, as the hospitality group seeks to strengthen global recognition, improve digital engagement and expand growth opportunities for hotel owners.
