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.
In the presence of H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, director general, Ajman Tourism Development Department (ATDD); H.E. Eng. Yousef Al Ali, CEO, Etihad Water and Electricity; and George Saad, CEO, Zorah Development, ATDD, announced that it will host the upcoming Etihad Ajman Golf Championship. The announcement was made during a press conference held at Al Zorah Golf Club to introduce the championship and its key features.
Organized by IFEMA MADRID, the International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR) brings together the global tourism market in its 45th edition, showcasing from January 22 to 26 the outstanding performance of the tourism industry in 2024 and the promising expectations for 2025.