Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) today launched Gulf Coast Development Company to create an integrated tourist and residential destination on the Al-Khafji coast overlooking the Arabian Gulf.
Cruise Master will showcase seven global cruise lines at Arabian Travel Market 2026 in Dubai from September 14-17. Marking 19 years in the region, its dedicated Cruise Platform will highlight contemporary, premium, luxury, ultra-luxury and expedition cruise offerings.
Etihad Airways and Khalifa University of Science and Technology have completed their latest joint internship programme, supporting the development of Emirati talent and advancing the UAE’s aviation ambitions.
Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) Chief Executive Officer Sara Buhiji attended the Concours of Elegance 2026 at Hampton Court Palace in the UK, using the event to promote Bahrain as a destination for international tourism and high-profile events.
Government ministers, policymakers and senior travel executives will gather in Dubai next week for Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, as the global tourism industry examines the forces shaping the future of travel. The 33rd edition will take place from September 14-17 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
Emaar Hospitality Group has opened Vida Aljada, marking the Vida Hotels & Resorts brand’s debut in Sharjah and adding a five-star lifestyle destination to Aljada, the mixed-use development by Arada.
Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Middle East and Africa (HSMAI MEA) will host the ninth edition of the HSMAI Commercial Strategy Conference MEA (CSC MEA 2026) on November 17-18 at Conrad Dubai, bringing hospitality commercial leaders together to address industry trends and strategies.
Air connectivity across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East grew 11% in 2025, led by a 21% increase in the Middle East driven by Gulf carriers. Asia-Pacific connectivity rose 10%, reflecting expanding international networks and continued recovery in city-pair connections across the region.
Matarat Holding, in collaboration with Saudi National Center for Privatization & PPP (NCP), has announced that six leading consortia and companies including Egis, Indian group GMR Airports and Turkish group TAV have qualified for the Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz International Airport PPP Project.
Citizens of India, Egypt, Jordan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia and Mexico can now apply for a Saudi entry e-visa through Webook.com when booking their travel, following the launch of its Saudi Package Visa service.
