Viral vs Value: what really drives hotel bookings?
‘The power of social media’- if we’ve heard it once, we’ve heard it a thousand times, and that’s because it’s one thing everyone can agree...
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Elevate DMC considers expansion
Elevate DMC, a leading global destination management company, is looking to expand its footprint after its recent launch into Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Speaking to Rihlat...
The First Group: shaping seamless hotel experiences
In a world of hyper personalisation, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for hoteliers to keep up with the expectations and demands of their guests. Fortunately, The...
The White Lotus: Middle Eastern resorts that would be perfect for Season 4
As the hit TV series The White Lotus wraps up for another season, our minds are already thinking ahead to season four. Don’t worry if you’re a...
Will boarding passes be scrapped in MENA?
The days of travelling through an airport and pulling out a paper boarding pass, or your phone are becoming a thing of the past. There...
Compatibility check-list: find your ideal travel buddy
Searching for the right travel buddy is almost as hard as trying to find the love of your life. You can spend years booking trips...
MENA’s experience tourism on the rise
Experience tourism in the Middle East has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from traditional sightseeing to immersive, culturally rich, and sustainable travel experiences. As MENA...
AMEX reveals top travel trends for 2025
The American Express 2025 Global Travel Trends Report uncovers the motivations and preferences of Gen Z and Millennial travellers, providing valuable insights for the travel...
What happens when a passenger passes away mid-flight in the GCC?
While extremely rare, there are protocols in place for when a passenger passes away during a flight. Airlines around the world, including major Gulf carriers...
The RAK rise: an inside scoop on the emirate’s tourism revolution
Tucked away in the northernmost corner of the UAE, Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) is undergoing a spectacular transformation, shedding its understated persona to emerge as...
