The ATM Travel Trends Report 2025, by Arabian Travel Market and Tourism Economics, forecasts a 50% rise in Middle East travel spending by 2030. Inbound travel is expected to grow 13% annually from 2025 to 2030, driven by markets in Asia and Africa. Business and luxury travel are also expanding as the region emerges as a global hub for sports and entertainment.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:48:07 +0000

The Middle East continues to emerge as a global aviation powerhouse, thanks to a confluence of favorable geography, government support, and significant infrastructure investment. According to Willie Walsh, Director-General of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the region’s success is the result of strategic coordination between governments and airlines, robust infrastructure development, and the creation of both strong hub connectivity and origin-destination traffic.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:32:11 +0000

Car rentals have become an essential part of the global travel experience. For both business travellers and holidaymakers, the ability to pick up a vehicle at the airport and hit the road offers freedom, flexibility and efficiency. However, beyond the convenience lies a growing and dynamic industry that plays a key role in tourism, local economies and modern mobility.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:17:24 +0000

Explore the activities and ticket prices for KidZania Kuala Lumpur in 2025.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:10:16 +0000

Sabre Corporation, a leading global travel technology company, announced a new agreement with SalamAir, Oman’s leading low-cost carrier. This collaboration will utilize Sabre’s marketplace to enhance SalamAir’s global visibility, expand its market reach, and drive revenue growth.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:31:35 +0000

Marking a new record number of visitors in the last year, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) emphasized the high-performing visitor economy and communicated the benefits of tourism in Miami-Dade County at its annual State of the Travel & Tourism Industry event. More than 600 attendees, including GMCVB industry partners, government officials and community leaders, gathered at Jungle Island to celebrate Greater Miami and Miami Beach’s robust tourism ecosystem and one of the destination’s main economic drivers.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:29:35 +0000

1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, is thrilled to announce that reservations are now open for 1 Hotel Copenhagen, a nature sanctuary set to open in August in the heart of Denmark’s capital. The property is a reimagining of the Skt. Petri, an iconic hotel in the historic Latin Quarter. 1 Hotels is transforming the space into a 282-room retreat that combines the brand’s trademark biophilic design with Scandinavian craftsmanship, integrating organic textures, reclaimed materials, and native greenery to create an urban oasis.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 08:33:17 +0000

Emirates and Air China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic framework for expanding their existing reciprocal interline cooperation.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:38:49 +0000

oneworld® alliance continues to enhance its global capabilities and build a powerful go forward strategy with the appointment of three senior executives to its leadership team.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:36:37 +0000

Cunard has unveiled its latest program of extraordinary voyages with 195 new itineraries across its iconic fleet, visiting 115 destinations in 32 countries between April 2027 and January 2028.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:00:09 +0000

IFS, the leading provider of enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software, today announced that Japan Airlines (JAL), Japan’s flagship airline and one of Asia’s premier carriers, has initiated a project to implement IFS Cloud for Aviation Maintenance, aiming to modernize its aircraft maintenance management system that has been in operation for over 15 years.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:37:20 +0000

IFS, the leading provider of enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software, today announced that Japan Airlines (JAL), Japan’s flagship airline and one of Asia’s premier carriers, has initiated a project to implement IFS Cloud for Aviation Maintenance, aiming to modernize its aircraft maintenance management system that has been in operation for over 15 years.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:37:16 +0000

Atlas Ocean Voyages, the leader in luxury, yacht-style expedition cruising, announces a new limited-time Extended Journeys offer.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:35:25 +0000

Atlas Ocean Voyages, the leader in luxury, yacht-style expedition cruising, announces a new limited-time Extended Journeys offer. Available on bookings made by June 30, 2025, guests who reserve select back-to-back expeditions combined into an Extended Journey sailing between September 2025 and September 2026 will receive a third expedition FREE. Choose from Polar, Epicurean, and Cultural Expeditions, exploring Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, and the High Arctic for 28 days or longer.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:35:05 +0000

EVA Air remains at the forefront of innovation and advancing safety measures whenever possible. At the 81st International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit (WATS), EVA Air President Clay Sun and IATA Director General Willie Walsh signed a cooperation agreement announcing EVA Air’s official membership in the IATA’s Turbulence Aware platform.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:33:30 +0000

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Amadeus are integrating flight-specific emissions data from IATA CO2 Connect in the Amadeus Travel Platform. This will allow airlines, travel agents, corporate travel managers, and online platforms that request IATA CO2 Connect data to provide travelers with a new source of trusted emissions data at the point of booking. IATA CO2 Connect uses real operational data, such as aircraft type-specific fuel consumption, directly contributed by over 70 airlines and calculated using a globally standardized methodology.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:30:03 +0000

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that GOL and TAP Air Portugal have become the first airlines to use IATA FuelIS—an advanced analytics solution designed to help airlines optimize fuel consumption. IATA’s net-zero carbon emissions roadmap (pdf) highlights that technology and operational efficiency improvements—which directly lower fuel consumption—are expected to contribute to about 10% of the emissions reduction in 2050*.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:28:31 +0000

Malaysia Airlines proudly unveiled a specially designed Manchester United themed livery on its A330-300 aircraft, celebrating its ongoing role as the football club’s Official Commercial Airline Partner. The special aircraft will carry the First Team to their next match scheduled in Hong Kong on 30 May 2025 as part of its Post-Season Tour in Asia, showcasing a bold design that merges the airline’s iconic Malaysia flag livery with Manchester United’s iconic red - symbolising the shared values of passion, pride, and global unity.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:26:58 +0000

Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, unveiled the first chapter of its new art exhibition series, Art of Connection, at Future Stores on Oxford Street in London. This debut installation exhibition featured the works of five internationally acclaimed artists; Leandro Alzate, Omar Aqil, Shan Jiang, Karan Singh, and Rlon Wang. Each artist presents a unique interpretation of Turkish Airlines’ global network and its role in connecting cultures and continents.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:24:57 +0000

Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, unveiled the first chapter of its new art exhibition series, Art of Connection, at Future Stores on Oxford Street in London.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:24:28 +0000

Five Red Star, two Michelin-Key The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa in Bath is welcoming the summer season with a host of events, experiences, and cultural offerings, open to guests and locals alike. The brand new Taittinger Champagne Terrace invites guests to relax in the sunshine with a glass of fizz,  or to enjoy some live music at one of the regular DJ nights and live jazz evenings. For those seeking culture, in the stunning gardens of the hotel Axle Arts and Somerset Art Works will hold an outdoor sculpture exhibition, featuring a variety of sculptures by renowned and emerging artists, all from the local area. What’s more, Bath is set to be an especially popular destination this year, thanks to Jane Austen 250, and those attending the festival or visiting in the run up can book The Jane Austen Experience, inviting overnight guests to step back into Regency-era Bath.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:22:00 +0000

Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways (THAI) have announced a codeshare agreement to drive more passenger traffic between Türkiye and Thailand. The flag carriers signed a joint business agreement in Delhi at the IATA Annual General Meeting on 1 June 2025, extending an alliance that began in December 2023 when Thai Airways launched daily flights from Bangkok to Istanbul.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:20:13 +0000

Building on the strategic collaboration announced at Arabian Travel Market 2025, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Rotana, the Middle East’s leading hospitality company, have now unveiled the first phase of their joint initiative to boost summer tourism to the emirate. This partnership aims to address seasonal travel lulls and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s positioning as a dynamic, year-round destination. With Rotana’s strong regional appeal and global loyalty network, the collaboration is primed to drive bookings across Abu Dhabi’s diverse source markets, particularly the GCC.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:17:07 +0000

Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee, Prof. Ahmet Bolat, has been re-elected to the Board of Directors of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for a second term during the IATA’s 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in New Delhi. During his three-year tenure, Prof. Bolat will continue to contribute to the global aviation vision and represent the industry among other leading aviation executives.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 11:40:24 +0000

flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, inaugurated its operations to Syria with the resumption of flights to Damascus. The inaugural flight FZ 115 touched down in Damascus International Airport (DAM) on 01 June to a water cannon salute. The inaugural flight marks the start of flydubai’s daily flights to Damascus.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:32:55 +0000

flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, announced launching direct flights Between Riyadh and Damascus as of June 5, adding the Syrian capital to its ever-growing network within the framework of the company’s regional expansion, to meet travelers needs and to enhance air connectivity between Saudi Arabia and the countries of the region, and in line with the national objectives in the aviation sector in the Kingdom. Adding Damascus to flynas ever-expanding network is the latest step in its growth and expansion plan, launched under the title “We Connect the World to the Kingdom,” in parallel with the objectives of the National Civil Aviation Strategy to enable national air carriers to contribute to connecting KSA with 250 International destinations and to accommodate 330 million passengers and to host 150 million tourists yearly by 2030 and the objectives of the Pilgrims Experience Program (PEP) to facilitate access to the Two Holy Mosques.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:31:12 +0000

flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, announced launching direct flights between Riyadh and Damascus as of June 5, adding the Syrian capital to its ever-growing network within the framework of the company’s regional expansion, to meet travelers needs and to enhance air connectivity between Saudi Arabia and the countries of the region, and in line with the national objectives in the aviation sector in the Kingdom.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:31:11 +0000

Etihad Airways is set to elevate its Sydney to Abu Dhabi service with the introduction of the Airbus A350-1000, bringing enhanced comfort, more premium seating and innovation to its important Australian route. Beginning 1 October 2025, the A350 will join the Sydney schedule on select flights, complementing the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner currently serving the route, with both aircraft offering the latest Business Suites. From 31 January 2026, Etihad will fully transition its 10 weekly Sydney services to A350 operations, offering guests a next-generation travel experience, and Melbourne will be served daily by Etihad’s latest 787-9 aircraft featuring Business Suites and increased premium capacity.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:23:41 +0000

Aer Lingus and UNICEF Ireland today announced the launch of a new onboard digital donation capability, offering customers new ways to contribute to UNICEF’s vital work for children around the world. Customers flying on Aer Lingus long-haul services can now scan a QR code or tap their bank card on cabin crew devices to make quick, secure donations directly to UNICEF during their flight, in addition to the traditional collection of cash donations.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:21:47 +0000

IATA Honors Diversity Champions: Claudia Zapata-Cardone, Katherine Moloney, and Air Canada
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:51:49 +0000

Air Niugini, the national carrier of Papua New Guinea, has signed a firm order with Airbus for two more latest generation single-aisle A220-100s. This follows an initial order in 2023 for six aircraft. In addition, the carrier has lease agreements signed for three A220-300s from US-based lessor Azorra. The new order was disclosed as the first A220 for the airline entered final assembly at Airbus facilities in Mirabel in Canada.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:43:47 +0000

On the morning of May 30, at the Vesak International Conference Center, Tam Chuc Tourist Area (Ba Sao Ward, Kim Bang Town), the Provincial People’s Committee held a conference to promote investment in tourism development in Ha Nam province in 2025 with the theme “Ha Nam - Connecting and spreading”.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:15:06 +0000

The Ritz-Carlton, Amman is honored to announce that its General Manager, Mr. Tareq Derbas, has been awarded General Manager of the Year – Jordan at the 2025 GM Awards. Presented at a prestigious ceremony in the UAE, this honor marks the second consecutive year Mr. Derbas has received this accolade, an extraordinary recognition of his leadership, innovation, and enduring impact on luxury hospitality in Jordan and the broader region.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 08:57:56 +0000

Emirates is set to reintroduce flights to Damascus from 16 July 2025*. Operations were suspended to the Syrian capital in 2012, and the return of services follow a comprehensive evaluation in conjunction with the UAE GCAA. The airline will initially start with three weekly services on Monday, Wednesday and Sunday, with plans to expand to four weekly flights from 2 August* with an additional flight on Saturday. Emirates will expand its Damascus services to daily operations, effective 26 October *.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 08:30:08 +0000

China Airlines (CAL), a Taiwan-based carrier, announced today that it is partnering with Southwest Airlines® in the U.S. to set up a transfer network for trans-Pacific routes. Improved accessibility means in the coming future travelers will be able to fly non-stop from Taiwan to the United States (West Coast) and then transfer initially to more than 30 inland cities. China Airlines and Southwest Airlines flights at four major gateways, namely Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), San Francisco (SFO), and Seattle (SEA), will offer seamless transfers to Southwest Airlines’ extensive network spanning the entire United States.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 07:51:31 +0000

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in June 2026, hosted by LATAM Airlines Group. “We are excited to accept LATAM’s offer to host IATA’s 82nd AGM in Rio de Janeiro. The last time the IATA AGM was in South America was in 1999, also in Rio. It will be a great opportunity to take stock of changes over two decades of development that have seen strengthening air connectivity successfully support major world events like the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics. By meeting in the largest aviation market in South America, the AGM will highlight the great potential for aviation to be an even more powerful strategic force driving social and economic prosperity,” said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 07:24:23 +0000

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Luis Gallego, CEO of International Airlines Group (IAG), has assumed his duties as Chair of the IATA Board. His one-year term began at the conclusion of the 81st IATA Annual General Meeting in New Delhi, India, on 2 June 2025. Gallego is the 83rd Chair of the IATA Board on which he has served since 2018. Gallego succeeds IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers, who will continue to serve on the Board.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 07:22:19 +0000

In 2025 airlines will make a $36 billion profit on revenues of $979 billion. While those are big numbers, let’s remember this equates to a net margin of a mere 3.7% or $7.20 net profit per passenger.  Our profitability is not commensurate to the enormous value that we create at the heart of a value chain supporting 3.9% of global GDP and providing and supporting jobs for 86.5 million people.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:47:13 +0000

SWISS will be taking its premium inflight guests on a culinary journey to sunny Southern Switzerland from 4 June onwards. For the latest chapter in the airline’s ‘SWISS Taste of Switzerland’ food and beverage program, starred Michelin chef Federico Palladino of the Cuntitt restaurant in Canton Ticino has concocted a range of exquisite meals for the SWISS First and SWISS Business cabins, including smoked trout with Sbrinz panna cotta, lamb loin with potato mantecata and shortcrust tartlet with pistachio cream.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:44:11 +0000

AAdvantage® members traveling through Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) will be eligible to enjoy a streamlined process at Transportation Security Administration (TSA) airport security checkpoints through TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID. This program provides eligible members who choose to participate with the ability to move through security with ease at select airports. After an identity match compares a customer’s image to photos they previously provided to the government, such as those in a passport, Global Entry or a visa card, the customer will be able to move through security faster with ease.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:42:23 +0000