A different kind of year-end in the Middle East
Whether you’re celebrating with family, looking to chase adventure, or simply want a story worth telling when January rolls around, we’ve rounded up our Top...
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UAE Tourism in 2025 Wrapped and 2026 Loaded
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If 2025 had a travel trade headline for the UAE, it would be “momentum with purpose”. Not just more visitors, but smarter growth, deeper collaboration...
Five forces redefining hospitality in the Middle East
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If anyone still thinks success in hospitality is about counting keys, FHS World 2025 delivered a very public reality check. According to The Bench, organisers...
Hospitality Round-up: 17 December
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Top 3 Headlines Accor sets sights on Madinah with Novotel expansion Accor has teamed up with Madinah-based developer Arbah Taiba to build Novotel Madinah North,...
Destinations Round-up: 17 December
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Top 3 Headlines Dubai outlines 2026 growth strategy at annual city briefing Dubai is preparing for a high-growth year in 2026 after unveiling new tourism,...
Aviation Round-up: 17 December
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Top 3 Headlines Emirates’ deals and delights await Emirates is offering a sweet deal for winter travel to Dubai, where travellers can book a return...
AROYA turns one, plans for bigger, bolder 2026
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Saudi Arabia’s homegrown cruise line AROYA Cruises, and the Arab world’s first domestic cruise brand, has officially blown out its first birthday candle, marking one...
Zero trust or zero chance: Data defense for the digital age
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In an era where VIP jet movements, luxury hotel bookings and government travel patterns can be compromised with a single leaked credential, the Middle East’s...
Travelport announces CEO transition
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Travelport has announced that Greg Webb, Chief Executive Officer, will step down from his role effective 31 March 2026. Webb, who has led the company...
Meet Laura, the AI host with a Versace address
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If there was ever a place to launch the future of hospitality, it’s at Palazzo Versace Dubai. Against a backdrop of marble, Medusa motifs and...