Travel 2026 will be weird, wild and wonderfully “you”
It’s official! The travel trends of 2026 are here to shake up your itinerary and make sure it’s unmistakably you. From robotic butlers to supermarket...
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It’s all about the “why”, according to Saudi travellers
by Newsroom
The travel conversation has just changed, and the new question is ‘why’ not ‘where’. According the Hilton Group’s newly released 2026 Trends Report, The Whycation:...
Dubai is turning Dirhams digital one tap at a time
by Newsroom
Dubai is on a mission to make the old “cash or card?” question feel as outdated as dial-up internet. With its bold Dubai Cashless Strategy,...
Selling the Middle East: A travel agent’s guide to tackling challenges and boosting bookings
by Newsroom
For anyone who isn’t already selling the Middle East, or would like to sell more, let’s have a little chat. Yes, it’s a treasure chest...
The ultimate romantic getaway, Love is Blind Habibi edition
by Newsroom
You know where to go to experience Dubai like a cast member of Dubai Bling (out of the loop, click here), now it’s time to fall head over heels...
Is the ‘battle of the apps’ making travel inaccessible for older generations?
by Newsroom
As airports phase out paper boarding passes, destinations integrate QR codes for deeper experiences, and use AI for more meaningful services, it begs the question...
UAE in summer: go where the locals go
by Newsroom
When the mercury rises in the UAE, most people might think it’s time to jet off elsewhere. However, recent data from Skyscanner tells a different...
Coolest co-working spaces in Dubai
by Newsroom
Forget Bali’s beanbags! The Middle East is quickly becoming the ultimate playground for digital nomads and remote workers. Tax-free income, jaw-dropping architecture, high-speed internet, and...
14 Pro tips for stopping over in the Middle East
by Newsroom
Flying long-haul can feel daunting, but a savvy stopover strategy can turn a marathon journey into a more enjoyable adventure. Major MENA hubs like Dubai,...
Is sober tourism drawing tourists to the Middle East?
by Newsroom
Travel without the hangover is on the rise globally, especially among younger generations with 83% of Gen Z travellers saying they would consider alcohol-free travel....