Aviation Round up: 19 April
The Middle East aviation industry is thriving, with Oman Air and flynas launching new routes, Etihad introducing sustainable A350 aircraft, and partnerships emerging between Qatar...
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Is Oman becoming India’s top MICE destination?
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Oman is rapidly emerging as a preferred international destination for India’s thriving Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) segment. In 2024 alone, Oman welcomed 623,623...
IATA’s SAF registry: Are MENA’s airlines about to switch?
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In a move toward decarbonising global aviation, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) recenlty unveiled its SAF Registry. With this latest step, we are looking...
Jeddah Grand Prix 2025! speed, spectacle, and the red sea glow!
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When the sun dips below the horizon and the floodlights flicker on, the Jeddah Corniche Circuit transforms into one of the most exhilarating venues in...
Appointments Round-up: 9 April
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Gulf Air Group has appointed Mohamed Matar as its Group Chief People Officer, while Sofitel Dubai Downtown has promoted two senior leaders to key roles....
Aviation Round-up: 12 April
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Riyadh Air’s partnership with Panasonic Avionics for in-flight engagement, Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation inspecting Damascus International Airport ahead of resuming flights to...
Destinations Round-up: 12 April
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News in the Middle East this week include Katy Perry to headline Yasalam After-Race Concerts at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on December 7, the UAE generating AED45 billion...
Hotels Round-up: 12 April
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The Middle East hospitality industry is booming, with new hotel openings and expansions planned. Highlights include Rove Hotels’ debut in Ras Al Khaimah, Omran Group’s...
GCC’s outbound tourism set to double in ten years
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The outbound travel market in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is on a trajectory of unprecedented growth. New figures forecast that GCC residents’ spending on...
Umrah 2025: healthcare, tips and visa restrictions
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Saudi Arabia’s city of Mecca is preparing for the next round of pilgrims taking part in Umrah and Hajj in 2025. While Hajj is due to commence on 14...