GCC’s regional airports are silently changing the travel game
Forget the era when flying out of Dubai, Riyadh or Doha was the only way to feel the region’s aviation pulse. In case you missed...
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How the UAE hacked tourism
by Newsroom
If the future of travel had a poster child, the UAE would be hogging the spotlights. Desiring more than spectacular skylines and record tourist arrivals,...
IATA: Five key risks that will shape 2026
by Newsroom
As we enter 2026, the global air transport and tourism sectors are navigating a complex and converging risk landscape. Even after a record net profit...
From hype to hard decisions: The AI reality check hotels need in 2026
by Newsroom
AI has officially entered its awkward teenage phase in hospitality. Everyone’s talking about it, most hotels are using it in some form, and yet behind...
Accor says vibes are the new five-star rating
by Newsroom
If travel trends had a Spotify Wrapped, 2026 would be all about vibes, emotion and memorable moments. Accor’s latest global travel trends report, developed with...
Five forces redefining hospitality in the Middle East
by Newsroom
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...
Zero trust or zero chance: Data defense for the digital age
by Newsroom
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...
IATA confirms Middle East will lead global airline profitability in 2026
by Newsroom
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled its Middle East outlook as part of its 2026 global industry forecast, and the region is officially...
Five ways to turbocharge your travel and expense game
by Newsroom
If you thought travel and expense (T&E) management was already evolving at lightning speed, brace yourself, for 2026 is gearing up to be a full-on...
How Australian leaders are helping to shape tourism in the Middle East
by Newsroom
What happens when you bring together world-class Australian tourism expertise and one of the fastest-growing travel regions on the planet? You get a powerhouse mix...