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The Middle East’s travel and tourism community must prioritise aviation infrastructure and data-informed decision-making in preparation for a swift post-conflict rebound, according to ministers and industry experts speaking at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026. The 33rd edition of ATM is being hosted at Dubai World Trade Centre until Thursday 17 September.
Abdul Wahab Teffaha, Secretary General, Arab Air Carriers’ Organization (AACO), Schubert Lou, CEO, Trip.com, H.E. Laura El Khazen Lahoud, Minister of Tourism, Lebanon, and H.E. Nicola Amanda Bernstein, Minister for Tourism and Culture, Republic of Seychelles, met on ATM 2026’s Global Stage to discuss post-conflict connectivity and explore ways to future-proof operations. The session was moderated by Thomas Shambler, Head of Business, ITP Media Group.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:59:40 +0000
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Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has unveiled the next generation of its global lounge experience, beginning with a transformed London Heathrow Lounge in summer 2027 and marking the start of a wider expansion of Etihad lounges around the world.
The Heathrow lounge will be the first to introduce Etihad’s new Beyond Borders design language to the ground experience, beginning a new design cycle that will increasingly connect the airline’s lounges and aircraft through a recognisable Etihad look and feel.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:20:40 +0000
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Portugal will return to the FIA Formula 1® World Championship calendar in 2027, with the FORMULA 1® PORTUGUESE GRAND PRIX taking place at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve, in Portimão, from 18 to 20 June 2027. The confirmation follows the official publication of the 2027 season calendar, released this Wednesday by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile - FIA.
The race marks the return of the pinnacle of world motorsport to the country and follows the agreement signed between Formula 1® and the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in December 2025, which also secures the staging of the race in 2028.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:19:31 +0000
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Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates (www.Emirates.com) and flydubai, is giving members more reasons to plan their next getaway, with the chance to earn double Skywards Miles on eligible Emirates and flydubai flights across their global networks. From 15 to 30 September 2026, members must register for the offer (https://apo-opa.co/3Twl99S)and book an eligible Emirates or flydubai flight for travel until 30 November 2026 and then earn 100% bonus Skywards Miles on top of the Miles they would normally earn.
The offer spans the extensive networks of both airlines and is available across all eligible cabins including Emirates’ increasingly popular Premium Economy experience, as well as Economy Class, Business Class and First Class. On flydubai, members can earn double Miles when travelling in Economy Class or Business Class.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:13:32 +0000
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Air Canada has extended its Montréal-Guatemala City service through summer 2027 and confirmed its Toronto-Guatemala City route as a year-round service, offering UK travellers convenient one-stop connections to Guatemala through either Canadian hub. During the winter season, the extended and expanded service is particularly well timed for passengers connecting via London Heathrow, with a connection time of just over two hours* through Montréal, along with additional options from Manchester, Edinburgh and Dublin.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:09:20 +0000
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GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Alex Warren has been announced as part of the star-studded Yasalam presented by e& entertainment programme of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, organised by Ethara Live.
Beyond the racing, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix week transforms Yas Island into a destination-wide celebration, with a packed programme of live music, dining and entertainment complementing the action at Yas Marina Circuit. For international visitors, the weekend also provides a gateway to discover more of Abu Dhabi, from its cultural landmarks and beaches to world-class attractions and experiences.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:06:21 +0000
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Great songs have cover versions. Classic films are reinterpreted time and again. And dishes that achieve legendary status cross borders, inspire and evolve. This is the idea behind the new World Paella Day 2026 campaign: “When something becomes a legend, it is reinterpreted around the world”.
The campaign, led by the Visit Valencia Foundation with the support of València City Council, Turisme Comunitat Valenciana and the València Provincial Council, puts Valencian paella at the heart of the story as an international icon of the region’s gastronomy. Born in Valencia, it has travelled the world and inspired countless interpretations across five continents.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:03:58 +0000
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Jayasom, the global purveyor of wellness wisdom, has officially opened its highly anticipated flagship property, Jayasom Wellness Resort, AMAALA, on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast. The luxury integrative wellness sanctuary is committed to supporting guests to live well and age well through deeply personalised programmes. True to the meaning of its name - derived from ‘Jay’, meaning heart, and ‘Asom’, meaning place - Jayasom embodies “a place for the heart,” a sanctuary created to help guests feel deeply connected to themselves, their surroundings, and the pristine environment of Triple Bay. The opening supports the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030, contributing to the Kingdom’s focus on preventative health and long-term wellbeing.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:02:44 +0000
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Maison Sport, Europe’s leading booking platform for private ski and snowboarding lessons, has completed its first API integration with external travel partner Heidi, the UK’s second largest ski holiday company.
The integration embeds Maison Sport’s booking technology directly into the Heidi platform, giving customers real-time access to instructor availability across Maison Sport’s resort network.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:00:02 +0000
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Qatar Airways marked its participation at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with a showcase of its latest advancements in premium travel and digital innovations. Visitors of Qatar Airways’ immersive pavilion were offered a closer look at how the airline is evolving the customer experience across every stage of their journey.
Through a series of interactive screens highlighting the emerging technologies shaping travellers’ experiences, ATM attendees discovered and engaged with the airline’s digital and loyalty experiences, including ‘Q Search’, ‘Infinite Awards’, as well Qatar Airways’ first-ever digital destination, ‘QVerse Island’ in Fortnite.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:54:53 +0000
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Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Jones as General Manager, marking a return to the hotel where he first joined Mandarin Oriental more than two decades ago.
Jones previously served as Hotel Manager at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok from 2005 to 2008. His appointment comes as the legendary hotel celebrates its 150th anniversary, a milestone in the history of one of the world’s most celebrated hotels.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:50:41 +0000
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Hospitality Management Holding (HMH) is expanding the use of technology and circular-economy practices across its managed hotel portfolio as the hospitality sector increasingly looks to reduce resource consumption while improving long-term operational efficiency.
Across HMH-managed hotels, initiatives targeting food waste, water consumption, single-use plastics, and end-of-life materials show how sustainability is moving beyond corporate commitments and becoming part of everyday hotel operations.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:48:54 +0000
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Apaleo, the open, API-first hospitality platform, and IDeaS, a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of AI-powered hospitality revenue management software, today announced the availability of an enhanced integration designed to simplify hotel operations and strengthen revenue performance and improve profitability.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:20:38 +0000
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Emirates has closed the summer season ahead of expectations and enters winter with strong booking momentum across a broadening range of markets, as the airline continues to invest in its fleet and industry-leading products, in its global network, and in offering customers greater booking flexibility and comprehensive travel cover.
Between July and August, Emirates carried more than 8.6 million passengers, maintaining healthy seat load factors across its network. The airline is currently operating at around 93% of its pre-disruption capacity, with demand continuing to build as the winter travel season approaches.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:14:54 +0000
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Arabian Adventures, part of the Emirates Group, has announced an AED 8 million expansion of The Fort – Lisaili, unveiling the destination’s new concept and design vision at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2026.
The investment reflects growing demand for experience-led tourism among both international visitors and UAE residents and supports Dubai’s continued development as a world-class destination for leisure, entertainment, and outdoor experiences.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:11:41 +0000
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The UK Civil Aviation Authority has updated its Airspace Change Process to reflect Government changes outlined in the Air Navigation Directions and Air Navigation Guidance, which come into effect on 1 October 2026.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:07:18 +0000
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Samson Sky, makers of the Switchblade Flying Car announced they have secured an investment of $80 million from Dubai-based Matin Group. According to Sam Bousfield, CEO and Founder of Samson Sky and designer of the Switchblade, these funds will be used to establish Samson Sky s first 180,000 square foot Switchblade production facility, to be located in the U.S.
Samson Sky announced they have signed a Joint Investment Agreement with the Matin Group, and the two companies have begun setting up the Joint Venture to accelerate into commercial production, with $20M still remaining to be raised for full production funding.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:45:42 +0000
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International visitor spending in the Middle East is forecast to increase by US$116 billion, or 57%, between 2025 and 2030, according to the newly unveiled ATM Travel Trends Report 2026, produced by Arabian Travel Market in association with Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company.
Dave Goodger, Managing Director EMEA, Tourism Economics, presented the findings during ATM Annual Trends Report: Middle East Momentum & Market Shifts on the Global Stage at ATM 2026, taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre until Thursday 17 September.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:43:33 +0000
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Sri Lanka is a destination that rewards curiosity. In a single journey, travellers can experience the energy and character of Colombo, journey by train through the island’s lush central highlands, follow the Indian Ocean coastline towards the historic streets of Galle, and venture into the wild in search of elephants, exotic birdlife and the elusive Sri Lankan leopard.
At Amari Colombo, that journey begins in the heart of the capital. Ideally positioned for discovering Colombo and travelling onwards across the island, the upper-upscale hotel combines Amari’s renowned Thai-inspired hospitality with the character, culture and warmth of its Sri Lankan setting.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:15:55 +0000
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Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group, and Meliá Hotels International (MHI), one of Europe’s leading hospitality companies, announced the expansion of their long-standing strategic partnership to develop luxury and lifestyle hotels and resorts across Thailand’s most iconic destinations.
As part of AWC’s long-term development pipeline in Thailand through 2036, AWC and Meliá Hotels International will expand their collaboration to grow the portfolio to more than 3,000 keys across key destinations under multiple luxury and lifestyle brands, including Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ME by Meliá, Paradisus by Meliá, INNSiDE by Meliá, and Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:11:00 +0000
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RMS, the leading hospitality growth platform for hotels, serviced apartments, short-term rentals and campgrounds, today released its 2026 State of the Outdoor Accommodation Report, revealing continued strength in outdoor travel alongside significant shifts in how campers discover, book, and experience their stays.
Based on responses from 1,500 campers across the U.S., U.K., Australia and New Zealand, the report found that 66% plan to camp more in the coming year, up eight percentage points from last year, while 86% identify as lifelong or returning campers.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:10:52 +0000
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WTM London remains one of the most important meeting points on the international travel calendar, bringing together destinations, tourism organisations, airlines, hospitality brands, tour operators, technology companies and industry leaders from across the world.
Ahead of this year’s event, Breaking Travel News speaks with Chris Carter-Chapman, Event Director, WTM London, about what delegates can expect from WTM26, the trends shaping the agenda and how the show continues to evolve alongside the global travel industry.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:02:28 +0000
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On 20 & 21 November, Galaxy Macau elevates its gastronomic offering with the standout eponymous edition of Galaxy Stars of Gastronomy 2026. The fourth presentation of Galaxy Macau’s large-scale immersive outdoor culinary event will showcase an elite line-up of 12 of the region’s most sought-after culinary masters, deliveringa cumulative 24 Michelin stars. In addition, featuring three prominent mixologists, including this year’s Asia’s 50 Best Bar’s champions. Galaxy Stars of Gastronomy cements its place as Asia’s leading dining destination, and home to some of the region’s most awarded restaurants, chefs and culinary experiences, all under one roof., under one roof.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:34:36 +0000
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Etihad today unveiled Etihad Escapes, a new travel platform that will take the Etihad experience beyond the flight, giving guests an easier way to plan and book more of their journey in one place.
Unveiled at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 in Dubai, Etihad Escapes will launch in October, initially allowing guests with an Etihad flight booking to add hotel accommodation directly through Etihad.com.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:31:06 +0000
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Oktoberfest, the world’s most renowned beer festival, continues to inspire celebrations far beyond its home in Munich. What began as a royal wedding celebration in 1810 has
evolved into a global cultural phenomenon, with cities around the world embracing its distinctive combination of Bavarian food, beer, music and communal festivities.
In Jakarta, Oktoberfest has become an eagerly anticipated annual occasion, with growing interest among locals and international visitors looking to experience the traditions and convivial spirit associated with
the festival.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:24:16 +0000
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Today, Amadeus announces two new hotel distribution capabilities designed to help leisure travel sellers adapt to an increasingly fragmented landscape. The capabilities provide the infrastructure sellers need to run modern direct hotel contracting programs at scale while expanding the hotel options available through Amadeus’ net-rate merchant program.
The capabilities – available through Amadeus Leisure Connect Plus and Amadeus Value Hotels respectively – are powered through a strategic connectivity with HyperGuest. Venture-backed and cloud-native, HyperGuest was one of Phocuswire’s Hot 25 Travel Start-Ups.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:21:11 +0000
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Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, in his capacity as Ruler of Abu Dhabi, ADIPEC 2026 will take place in Abu Dhabi from 2 to 5 November 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The event will mobilise investment in resilient and intelligent energy systems, with confirmed participation from ministers, CEOs and senior leaders across energy, technology, finance and industry.
The event will convene the global energy industry in Abu Dhabi as the world enters a new era of rising energy demand, geopolitical volatility, infrastructure constraints and the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI), underscoring the critical importance of energy security to economic stability and growth.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:16:19 +0000
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As Dubai settles back into its dining season, Paris Society returns with a fresh edit of long lunches, new weekly rituals, live music and after-dark plans across its Dubai restaurants.
This season, Le Piaf introduces French Nights, Siena adds live music, and Mimi Kakushi moves from weekday lunches and special-edition brunches into late-night jazz. Elsewhere, Maison Revka, XU, Eugène Eugène and Gohan bring new reasons to dine from midday through to late.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:13:58 +0000
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Marriott International, Inc. and SomeraRoad, a New York- and Nashville-based opportunistic real estate investment and development firm, today unveiled The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Brooklyn Heights, an exclusive collection of luxury residences that will introduce the legendary service and hospitality of The Ritz-Carlton to Brooklyn.
Long regarded as one of New York City’s most sought-after residential neighborhoods, Brooklyn Heights is known for its landmark 19th century architecture, tree-lined streets, and sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline. In the heart of the neighborhood, at 98 Montague Street, sits The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Brooklyn Heights, occupying the former 14-story Renaissance Revival Hotel Bossert, a celebrated landmark in the heart of the neighborhood.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:11:39 +0000
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Cloudbeds, the hospitality management system built for ambitious hoteliers who demand more, today launched Cloudbeds RMS, a new revenue management system that helps hotels make smarter pricing decisions and act on them faster by combining real-time property performance, market intelligence, pricing recommendations and automated rate execution in one connected system.
Built on Signals, Cloudbeds’ unified data, Cloudbeds RMS draws on data already flowing across the hotel business rather than treating pricing as an isolated decision. Reservations, booking pace, occupancy, time to arrival, length of stay and channel behavior can be evaluated alongside competitor rates and market demand, giving forecasts and pricing recommendations broader context from the outset.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:07:35 +0000
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The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has appointed Guyanese national Beverley Wilson as deputy director of research, strengthening the organization’s capacity to deliver timely, relevant tourism intelligence and support evidence-based decision-making across its member countries.
Wilson officially assumed her duties Sept. 1 and will provide technical leadership in tourism statistics, data quality, forecasting and statistical analysis
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:05:34 +0000
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JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, Inc., and Aimbridge Hospitality today announced plans for a dramatic transformation of its Dana Point resort property, which will debut as The Ocean Cliffs at Dana Point, a JW Marriott Resort. The reimagination will reposition the landmark coastal resort through thoughtfully elevated design, expanded gathering spaces, and enhanced amenities and experiences aligned with JW Marriott’s approach to exceptional hospitality, holistic well-being, and meaningful connection.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:03:20 +0000
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Minor Hotels, a global leader in hospitality with more than 640 hotels, resorts, and branded residences across 67 countries, today announced the signing of Anantara Jadcherla Hyderabad Resort, a 37-acre waterfront development in southern India’s Telangana state. Scheduled to open in 2029, the resort is Ashya Group’s first hospitality project.
Located outside of Hyderabad, the resort site sits a 60-minute drive from Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (approximately 71 km) and a one-and-a-half-hour drive from the Hyderabad city centre (approximately 90 km), placing it within easy reach of one of India’s fastest-growing metropolitan markets while remaining immersed in an undisturbed, nature-led setting.
at Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:57:06 +0000
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Wi-Fi has become an expected part of the European rail journey.
Moment’s new report, Onboard Digital Entertainment across European Rail (2026 edition), finds that the next phase of competition for passenger experience is already under way. While connectivity is now close to universal, digital content platforms remain the exception.
at Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:11:36 +0000
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Wi-Fi has become an expected part of the European rail journey.
Moment’s new report, Onboard Digital Entertainment across European Rail (2026 edition), finds that the next phase of competition for passenger experience is already under way. While connectivity is now close to universal, digital content platforms remain the exception.
at Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:11:20 +0000
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Shaza Hotels is setting its sights on a new phase of international growth, with Turkey, Central Asia and North Africa identified as priority markets for expansion from 2027, as the luxury hospitality group looks beyond its established GCC base towards destinations offering strong potential for culturally relevant, family-focused hospitality.
Unveiling its strategic expansion plans during Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, Shaza Hotels said its next phase of development will be driven not simply by adding hotels, but by identifying markets where its distinctive hospitality philosophy can respond to evolving traveller expectations.
at Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:08:52 +0000
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Nobody at the European Commission wants to say the words “EES has failed”. So Holiday Extras will say them, and add a fairly simple follow up question: if nine countries covering most of Europe’s tourism have just been quietly told they can keep delaying it with no deadline in sight, why not just turn the whole thing off?
at Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:06:37 +0000
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flydubai continues to strengthen its network and add capacity as it responds to resilient travel demand.
The airline has restored operations to 85% of its network, demonstrating the agility of its business model and its ability to progressively adapt to a changing operating environment. This flexibility has enabled flydubai to grow to more than 125 destinations across its network in 56 countries. flydubai has also added capacity in key markets, built on the confidence in the long-term fundamentals of travel demand.
at Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:54:47 +0000
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flydubai has announced the next phase of its growth strategy, expanding its fleet beyond 100 aircraft and launching a new cabin retrofit programme in September.
The airline will take delivery of 11 additional aircraft in 2026, including seven Boeing 737-9 MAX and four Boeing 737-8 MAX, marking a significant step in its ongoing expansion.
at Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:46:58 +0000
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Zeal Connect today launched Zeal CRM, an AI-first CRM built for travel. It completes a platform that carries a booking from first enquiry to final resolution flights, hotels, packages, corporate travel or groups and arrives days before Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, where Zeal CRM and Zeal Desk will be shown together for the first time.
at Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:44:18 +0000
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