Disney to open theme park resort in Abu Dhabi
The Walt Disney Company and Miral have joined forces to develop a Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, in the UAE. The resort...
Asia-Pacific travel trends reshape Middle East tourism strategy
With traveller preferences evolving across the Asia-Pacific region, tourism authorities in the Middle East are adjusting their strategies to meet changing expectations and booking...
Asian passenger numbers climb for Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand is welcoming more Asian passengers onboard, with strongest growth seen in Singapore and Indonesia. The upward trend reflects destination New Zealand’s...
Inbound travel to New Zealand to benefit from marketing boost, smoother...
An additional NZ$13.5 million (US$8.1 million) has been allocated to Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) as part of the government’s Tourism Boost package, with money...
Hilton plans major India expansion with 300 hotels in next decade
Hilton has announced a growth strategy for India, aiming to expand its presence tenfold over the next decade, with a target of more than...
Aviation roundup: Etihad Airways, China Eastern Airlines and more
Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and codeshare partnerships
Plaza Premium Group unveils Saudia Airlines lounge at Heathrow
Plaza Premium Group (PPG) has opened a new airline lounge for Saudia Airlines at London Heathrow, Terminal 4, marking the first collaboration between the...
Middle East travel industry responds to new US tariffs
Tourism industry stakeholders are cautiously assessing the long-term impact of the new tariffs announced by US president Trump on regional travel flows, corporate spending...
Kashmir attack raises concerns over travel demand to neighbouring regions
Indian tour operators are raising concerns that the recent terrorist attack near Pahalgam in Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 28 tourists, could...
Minor Hotels expands Avani brand with new resort in Fujairah
Minor Hotels has signed Avani+ Fujairah Resort in the UAE, which is set to open in 2028. This new property will be the first...
