The Hyatt Centric brand, highlighted by a global portfolio of vibrant hotels with culturally immersive experiences and spaces, celebrates its continued expansion in popular hubs that place guests and World of Hyatt members in the heart of the action so they never miss a moment of adventure. In 2024, the brand saw unprecedented growth, with hotel openings in a few of the world’s most exciting cities, including Cairo, Egypt, Shanghai, China, San José, Costa Rica, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and more.
flydubai, a Dubai-based carrier, has recently announced its partnership with Ultramain Systems, a leading provider in electronic technical logbook software.
Swiss-Belhotel International, a global leader in hotel management, expands its Branded Residences portfolio in Egypt with the signing of the prestigious Swiss-Belresidences Manaj, developed by Manaj Developments S.A.E. The project features 200 premium apartments located at the much sought-after South Investors Area, New Cairo.
Etihad Airways’ popular Airbus A380 made a stylish debut at Singapore Changi Airport on February 02, marking the first time the airline has flown its Big Bird to the destination. The milestone further enhances the travel experience between the UAE and the Asian powerhouse.
Dubai has solidified its position as the top destination for Solartrip travellers, with the city emerging as a favorite following the New Year holiday period. Solartrip’s data reveals that luxury accommodations are in high demand, with five-star hotels accounting for 52.2 percent of all bookings, followed by four-star hotels at 22.7 percent.
Marriott International, recently announced it has signed an agreement with Al Qimmah Hospitality Company and Amwaj Real Estate Company, both subsidiaries of BinDawood Trading, to open a 2,179-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in the Holy City of Makkah in Saudi Arabia.
With the global travel technology market currently valued at USD10.7 billion, leaders and innovators from around the world are preparing to steer the future of the tourism industry at the 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from April 28 to May 01.
New research by Ookla, a global leader in connectivity intelligence, reveals that luxury hotels in Riyadh and Dubai are setting new benchmarks for high-speed internet connectivity, with some of the fastest Wi-Fi networks in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
The 45th International Tourism Fair, organised by IFEMA MADRID, closes its doors on January 26 with outstanding participation and attendance figures. FITUR has exceeded expectations, reaching a first estimate of nearly 255,000 visitors, with significant growth in its first three days, which welcomed 155,000 professionals.
Royal Jordanian Airlines (RJ) has announced the resumption of flights to Damascus, Syria, starting January 31. As one of the first carriers to resume direct flights to Damascus, Royal Jordanian will initially operate four weekly flights, seamlessly connecting Damascus to its network across Europe, the US, the Levant, and the Gulf region covering over 45 destinations.