Tumbi Hotels has made its UAE debut with the grand opening of the Tumbi West Palm Beach Hotel, marking a significant milestone for the wellness-focused brand. This new hotel is part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton and represents an investment of over AED375 million (approximately $102 million). Located on Palm West Beach, the Tumbi...
Dubai is set to host the “Mega Electronic Discounts” campaign, organized by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, from March 27 to March 30, 2025. This third edition of the event offers shoppers discounts of up to 95% over four days, with an additional day added for convenience. This year, the campaign introduces a completely...
Emirates airline has announced plans to expand its flight schedule in anticipation of the busy travel period during Eid Al Fitr. The airline will be adding an extra 17 flights to various destinations in the Middle East and GCC starting from March 26. This increase in flights is designed to accommodate the growing number of...
TUMBI Hotels has announced the opening of its flagship property, the TUMBI West Palm Beach Hotel, in Dubai. This new venture, developed with an investment exceeding AED 375 million, is part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection and aims to redefine hospitality by integrating wellness, sustainability, and sophistication in a stunning waterfront location. Situated on Palm West...
Flights between the UAE and London Heathrow Airport have resumed after a fire at Terminal 2 caused major disruptions on March 21. The fire led to a power outage, forcing the airport to shut down temporarily and delaying or cancelling over 1,300 flights. Thousands of travellers, including passengers from the UAE, faced significant inconvenience. Dubai-based...
Wizz Air has announced the addition of two new low-cost destinations from Abu Dhabi, set to enhance travel options for residents and visitors. The airline will commence flights to Beirut on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, operating three times a week from Zayed International Airport. Flights to Beirut will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays,...
Dubai’s hospitality sector is witnessing remarkable growth, with an estimated 11 300 new hotel rooms expected to enter the market by 2027. In 2024 alone, the city anticipates the opening of 4 620 new rooms, reinforcing its status as a global destination for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and leisure travelers. According to property consultancy Cavendish Maxwell,...
Saudi Arabia is set to expand its hospitality sector by adding 362 000 new hotel rooms by 2030. This ambitious project is part of a $110 billion investment aimed at enhancing the kingdom’s tourism and hospitality landscape, as detailed in data released ahead of the 2025 Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia. The expansion is...
Wego, recognized as the number one travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has announced a new partnership with Waves. This innovative experience app connects users with yacht and chalet rentals, aiming to elevate luxury travel experiences across the region. Through this collaboration, Wego customers can...
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has formed a partnership with ITAKA, Poland’s largest tour operator, to host the Top Sellers Conference 2025 in Al Ain. This city, referred to as the UAE’s “living oasis,” has recently been designated as the Gulf Capital of Tourism for 2025. This partnership was announced at...