Emirates has reached a defining milestone in its ambitious multi-billion dollar retrofit programme with the successful reconfiguration of its first two-class A380 aircraft. The newly refurbished aircraft (A6-EUX) has taken to the skies operating as EK 39/40 between Dubai and Birmingham, featuring sparkling new interiors with Emirates’ latest products in three cabin classes: 76 Business Class seats, 56 Premium Economy Seats, and 437 Economy Class seats. This is the first of 15 two-class A380 aircraft in its fleet that Emirates will renovate as part of its commitment to offer customers a consistently superior experience in the sky.

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, today announced the launch of full public sales for flights between Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and London Heathrow (LHR). This key route, which introduces the new aircraft on 1 July 2026, strengthens the airline’s mission to connect the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with major global and regional hubs and deliver a world-class travel and logistics experience. Ticket purchases can be made from today (19 May, 2026) through the Riyadh Air App, Riyadh Air website at riyadhair.com, or through preferred travel providers and platforms. Guests are also invited to become ‘Founding Members’ of the airline’s loyalty program, Sfeer, ensuring a Best Offer Guarantee and free […]

Eid Al Adha is just around the corner, and with long lunches, family gatherings, and city staycations sure to fill the calendar, VEO Fitness is giving Dubai residents another reason to make movement part of the holiday plans. Bringing people together through wellness, VEO’s latest community-led initiative allows every active member to bring one friend or neighbour to experience the club completely free throughout the Eid break.

Eid Al Adha is the perfect time to slow down, reconnect and enjoy a well-earned break. This year, Rove Hotels is making it easier than ever to do just that with a citywide offer designed for comfort, value and a little something extra. With stays starting from AED 199, Rovers can look forward to a vibrant getaway packed with thoughtful additions.

Etihad Airways is preparing for a busy Eid al-Adha and summer travel season, with strong demand expected across its expanding global network. To help guests travel more easily during the peak holiday period, the airline is encouraging travellers to plan ahead and make use of its expanded check-in options, digital services, and seasonal travel benefits. With destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia and North America, guests flying to or transiting through Abu Dhabi can benefit from a range of benefits designed to make travel more convenient during the busy holiday season.

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today celebrated the inaugural flight of its new service to Salalah, introducing a direct connection between Abu Dhabi and Oman’s southern coastal city. The new route will operate year-round, launching with two weekly flights on 21 May and increasing to five flights per week from 15 June to coincide with the Khareef season, when Salalah’s coastline and mountains transform into vibrant green landscapes. The introduction of flights to Salalah reflects Etihad’s commitment to expanding its regional network, offering guests across the airline’s global network seamless and consistent access to one of the Gulf’s most bucket-list destinations. The new Salalah route is […]

Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi joined forces with Etihad Airways to surprise travelling families and children at Zayed International Airport with a heartwarming character experience ahead of the busy Eid Al Adha and summer travel season. As part of the special collaboration, beloved Warner Bros. characters including Tom and Jerry, Scooby-Doo and Tweety made a surprise appearance across the airport, creating memorable moments for guests as they prepared to Jet off for the holidays and summer break.

As the 2026 tradeshow season begins, hotel leaders are evaluating technology in an environment shaped by ongoing labor constraints, rising guest expectations, and an intensified focus on operational efficiency. While innovation continues to accelerate across the hospitality technology landscape, the most meaningful progress will be driven not by novelty but by how effectively technology supports the people who power hotel operations.

Innspire, a leading provider of AI-powered guest engagement and hotel operations technology solutions for the global hospitality industry, including Highgate, Virgin Hotels, Hilton Grand Vacations, Davidson Hospitality, and Remington Hospitality, announced the signing of a Strategic Partnership and Channel Reseller Agreement with EHVA.ai, the conversational voice AI platform purpose-built for high-call-volume hospitality operations. Under the agreement, Innspire will serve as a channel partner and reseller for the EHVA.ai voice AI platform across its global hotel portfolio. The unified voice and text solution will provide a seamless flow of up-to-date and contextually relevant information, giving guests more choice in how they communicate […]

The hospitality industry has never been static. Change, disruption, and unpredictability are constant in our business. But over the past several years, the pace and intensity of that disruption has accelerated in ways few could have anticipated. Labor challenges, evolving guest expectations, shifting distribution channels, rapid technology advancement, and increasing operational complexity have all forced hotel leaders to rethink how they operate.

RateGain Travel Technologies Limited, a global leader in AI-powered SaaS solutions for travel and hospitality, today announced the consolidation of its commercial organisation across Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APAC & MEA), where it has expanded its local teams x5 over the past year, reaching more than 100 professionals in the region. This exponential growth, driven by the acquisition of Sojern, reflects the company’s strategic focus on accelerating the adoption of end-to-end AI-powered solutions among hoteliers across the market and further strengthens APAC & MEA markets as strategic growth markets within RateGain global business.

The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort has officially opened as Westin’s first all-inclusive property in Mexico. Located along the shores of Banderas Bay, the resort introduces a refined, experience-driven interpretation of all-inclusive travel – one shaped by thoughtful design, chef-led culinary experiences, and Westin’s longstanding commitment to well-being.

Summer trips are supposed to be carefree, but for most, the stress starts before you even leave. Jammed suitcases. Highway traffic. Long lines. We’ve all been there. In fact, 70% of Americans admit that packing stresses them out and they tend to overpack.

Mize, the AI-driven revenue infrastructure company powering travel businesses, today announced a strategic collaboration with Dida, a global AI-native travel distribution platform, to jointly build AI-powered infrastructure that enhances intelligence and operational efficiency across global travel distribution.

Ocean City’s celebrated shorefront haven, Ashore Oceanfront Hotel (“Ashore”) has joined the Marriott family and the Bonvoy rewards program. Guests can now book their next retreat to Ashore on Marriott.com and Bonvoy members can earn and redeem loyalty points. In the coming months, Ashore will join Marriott’s acclaimed Tribute Portfolio, Marriott’s family of independent full-service hotels offering localized travel experiences in the world’s in-demand travel destinations. Ashore Oceanfront Hotel is offering 3,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points,  any day of the week, nightly for stays through the end of year.

Grande Lakes Orlando, the lush 500-acre luxury resort destination in the headwaters of the Florida Everglades, home to The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes invites guests to embrace the season and America’s 250th anniversary with new signature Summer by the Lake experiences. From sun-soaked adventures and immersive entertainment to culinary discoveries, wellness escapes, and family-forward fun, every moment is thoughtfully curated to capture the spirit of summer and this celebratory occasion in grand style.

This summer at Disneyland Resort, kids rule as The Happiest Place on Earth continues celebrating its historic 70th Celebration. Guests can enjoy the iconic staples of a Disneyland Resort summer vacation that kids and adults both love, paired with limited-time offerings for the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration and exciting experiences such as a new mission coming to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and the recent debut of “Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” at the Fantasyland Theatre.

Summer is bigger and more thrilling than ever at Busch Gardens parks. Both Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Busch Gardens Williamsburg today unveiled their exciting summer lineups packed with immersive entertainment, electrifying drone shows, world-class thrills, seasonal festivals, complimentary beer and unforgettable family fun. Guests can also take advantage of limited-time Memorial Day Sale offers with savings of up to 55% on tickets, Fun Cards, Annual Passes and Memberships.

Emirates is back at Roland-Garros, serving up another year of world-class hospitality and engaging ‘Fly Better’ experiences. Fans from all over the world are invited to enjoy two weeks of outstanding tennis, at a tournament that blends world-class sport with French culture and gastronomy and Emirates’ signature flair.

Azamara Cruises, the small-ship cruise line renowned for its Destination Immersion® experiences and Extended Destination Days, today announced its new cruises for the spring, summer and fall of 2028 — one of the most ambitious and destination-forward seasons in the brand’s history. The new line-up of cruise itineraries features 87% of its deployment spent in port, with more than 360 late nights and overnight stays — representing 53% of total port days — further cementing Azamara Cruises’ position as the industry leader in immersive destination experiences and reinforcing its commitment to giving guests more time ashore to explore each destination beyond peak crowds and in a more authentic way.