Airline, airport, hotel, destination, visa, and Muslim travel updates from Irhal.
The airline marks Philadelphia as its 14th destination in North America NEW YORK, NY, USA – Qatar Airways has reconnected Doha and Philadelphia with the launch of a daily non-stop flight between Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), its 14th destination in North America, which resumed on 1 August 2026.
Read full storyThis summer, Central Shopping Centers invites international visitors to experience the best of shopping, dining, and leisure with Summer Holiday 2026, running from 20 July – 30 September 2026. Created exclusively for international tourists, the campaign offers shopping privileges across Thailand’s five world-class shopping malls: centralwOrld, Central Park…
Read full storyThe Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities and the Jordan Tourism Board, in cooperation with tourism associations, have launched the integrated digital platform "Ahlan Jordan" as part of measures to support the tourism sector and address the impact of regional circumstances on travel activity.
Read full storyflydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has increased its daily operations between Dubai and Naples and is set to boost its flights to Milan-Bergamo to a double-daily operation from 31 July, enhancing passenger connectivity to Italy.
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – July 28, 2026: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has announced that Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, a museum of modern and contemporary art, will open its doors on 11 December 2026 at Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi.
Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the region's largest indoor theme park, is inviting guests to place themselves in the hands of one of DC's most iconic Super-Villains, as Kryptonite Collider officially opens.
Malaysia Retains No. 1 Position in Global Muslim Travel Index 2025, Offering GCC Travellers a Summer of Festivals, Culture and Discovery.
The Dubai-based carrier announces the start of daily flights to Aleppo from 20 July, reaffirming its connectivity to opening underserved markets Aleppo becomes the carrier’s second destination in Syria alongside Damascus
What if the most valuable thing you brought home from a trip wasn’t an object, but a story? Northern Thailand is home to dozens of ethnic communities who have carried their identities across mountains and borders for centuries – and many of them welcome curious, respectful visitors.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today launched the search for the 7 Contemporary Wonders of the World, a global initiative designed to identify and celebrate the landmarks and buildings created since 1801 that have had the greatest impact on Travel & Tourism, local communities and economic development, and continue to redefine the future of destin…
Luxury travel today is no longer measured by how much you can see in a few days, but by how deeply you can experience a destination. At Le Méridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort, guests are invited to embrace this philosophy through Long Stay Beach Escape, an exclusive package designed for travelers who wish to enjoy more of Phuket's culture, wellness, and f…
Read full storyTwo hotels, three ways to stay, and one summer campaign inviting guests to choose their own scene across Paramount Hotel Midtown and Paramount Hotel Dubai
Read full storySharjah Museums Offer an Integrated Summer Experience Blending Culture, Science, and Discovery for All Community Members
Read full storyNew five-day programme empowers young people to build confidence, resilience and lifelong skills while embracing active lifestyles
Read full storyAcross Five Museums with Interactive Museum Programmes Enriching Children’s Knowledge
Read full storyOceans of Lights Festival returns to SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi in its third edition to offer a summer program full of activities and new experiences
Read full storyJuly 2026, Yerevan, Armenia: Armenia has extended its temporary visa-free entry arrangement, keeping the country within easy reach for eligible travellers from across the Gulf for a further year. The arrangement now runs until 1 July 2027.
Read full storyJuly 2026, Yerevan, Armenia: The competent Armenian authorities announced the extension of the temporary decision exempting eligible travelers from GCC countries from prior visa entry for an additional year, making the decision effective until July 1, 2027. This decision aims to facilitate travel procedures and tourism movement and exchange between Armenia and the Arab Gulf region, allowing travelers…
Read full storySet within Khalid Lagoon, the island shows how Sharjah brings art, nature and design into everyday public life.
Read full storyBlending cultural discovery with elevated wellness and leisure experiences, World of Hyatt summer destinations offer GCC travelers seasonal getaways across the GCC, Africa and Europe.
Read full storyAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – June 30, 2026: Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi has officially been awarded the Guinness World Records™ title for the most waterslides in a waterpark, featuring a record-breaking collection of 55 slides.
Read full storyExperience the Colours of Malaysia at Citrawarna 2026 This Summer
Read full storyGermany is an ideal destination for friends traveling together, thanks to its creative neighborhoods, vibrant markets, street food culture, and stunning natural retreats
Read full storyFollowing the launch of its first collaboration in 2025, the Jacquemus brand returns this summer to the Monte Carlo Beach Club with a new design that reimagines the coastal atmosphere with a contemporary spirit. The design evokes the spirit of 1950s beach clubs, where elegance meets the calm Mediterranean lifestyle.
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Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has introduced iPads across its Middle Eastern hotels, reflecting market trends for greater interactivity with guests and adapting to their changing needs and requirements. IPads are available in each of its 24 hotels regionally and, in the first instance, are being used by front-of-house Guest Relations and Concierge teams. As well as facilitating requests relating to local…
New York was voted the most popular destination for holidays from Middle East tourists in 2010. The special events, the celebrities and movie stars, as well as the restaurants, shopping options, fashion and more make New York one of the most popular destinations for holidays for modern Middle Eastern tourists.
Women make up an important percentage of the tourism workforce, but more work must be done to close the wealth and skills gap between men and women employed in tourism, according to a new World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)/UN Women report launched at the ITB tourism fair in Berlin (11 March 2011). According to the ‘Global Report on Women in Tourism’ - the first survey to map women’s participation in the…
Sanaa: Fierce clashes between police and anti-government protestors on Saturday left four people dead and hundreds injured. Yemenis are protesting the 32 year rule of President Ali Abdullah Saleh. Of the four dead, two died in Sanaa, one in the port city of Aden as police opened fire to disperse civilians and the last a boy of 12 who died in the southern city of Mukalla. Dozens of demonstrators were…
Hilton HHonors, the brand loyalty program for patrons of hotels under the Hilton name, announced the "Hilton International" campaign for spring 2011. Guests of the Hilton International hotels will be able to take advantage of discounts up to 33% of the value of their rooms as well as rates reduced up to 50% of the value for the second room booked for children traveling with their parents. Reservations can be…
Dubai, UAE, - flydubai, Dubai’s first low cost airline, today announced a new service between Dubai and Sohag, one of the most popular gateway cities into southern Egypt. Flights will begin on April 6, 2011, and will operate twice a week on Wednesdays and Sundays. This new route replaces flydubai’s current service to Assiut, and is in response to customer demand. When combined with flights to Alexandria and…
Etihad Holidays has launched its new world-wide holiday programme covering 68 destinations in two brochures: the first covering Europe, North America and Africa, and the other for Asia, the Middle East and Australia. The two new outbound holiday programmes cover 25 countries in five continents and take into account Etihad Airways' expanded network and increased flight frequencies to key destinations in…
Shoppers will have yet more reasons to love one of Dubai’s most popular shopping destinations in 2011 as the Majid Al Futtaim Properties’ flagship mall Deira City Centre, has exciting updates ‘in-store,’ this year. Redevelopment enhancements include an expansion initiative which will recreate an additional 30,000 square feet of new retail space, renovation and addition of 55 new stores. Special features and…
MOSCOW: The Russian Foreign Ministry has advised Russian citizens to refrain from traveling to Japan, because of the devastating earthquake and tsunamis that affected the country last Friday. The Foreign Ministry said in a statement yesterday: "against the backdrop of massive destruction and its many victims, Russian citizens are advised to refrain from traveling to Japan for the purpose of tourism or any…
Healthy body and good food are best enjoyed in the company of good friends and family. There is no better place for that, than Monday’s seafood night at Mövenpick hotel Bahrain. Every Monday, Silk’s restaurant showcases the lavish seafood buffet such as oysters, sushi, sashimi, mussels, lobsters, shrimps, seafood wok station and many more. Mövenpick hotel Bahrain welcomes all the seafood lovers to come over…
*Update 6:00 P.M UAE time: death toll is now over 40 people* *Update 3:00 P.M. UAE time: All flights to Tokyo and other cities in Japan have been canceled.* TOKYO – A magnitude 8.9 earthquake slammed Japan's northeastern coast Friday, unleashing a 13-foot (4-meter) tsunami that swept boats, cars, buildings and tons of debris miles inland. Fires triggered by the quake burned out of control up and down the…
Ras Al Khaimah, U.A.E.- RAK Airways, a national carrier of the UAE, has revealed it is examining the possibility of increasing the frequency of its Jeddah flights to meet high passenger demand- particularly from Calicut. A group of travel agents representing 17 travel agencies from across Calicut recently visited Ras Al Khaimah as part of RAK Airways initiative to generate awareness about its new…
Turkish Airlines celebrated the launch of its inaugural flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles, the airline's fourth destination in the United States on 3rd of March 2011. Non-stop flights are scheduled to operate four times per week on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday with the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. Scheduled flight times for Los Angeles are as follows: Istanbul - Los Angeles Departure /…
Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai is all set to entice guests with their latest offers for this month. Relive the genteel tradition of Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge. Enjoy the afternoon with their buffet featuring a selection of scones, cup cakes, cookies, macaroons, sandwiches and tarts. This offer is available Saturdays to Wednesdays at AED 65 per person including hot beverages. Or why not visit the Lobby…
ITB Berlin, GERMANY – Qatar Airways today announced three cities will join its rapidly growing global network during the second half of 2011, part of a continued expansion strategy focused on new routes and capacity increases. India, Norway and Bulgaria have been earmarked for new route development as the airline spelled out its ongoing commitment to international growth, targeting both popular and underserved…
MILAN - March 9, 2011 - Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announces that its global powerhouse Sheraton Hotels & Resorts has opened a new hotel in Milan, Italy, further expanding the brand's international portfolio. Architecturally stunning and modern in its design, the new Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Centre is designed by King Roselli Architects and Saporiti…
The 2011 Global ECO Conference will be held from 7-10 November 2011 in Sydney as a major boost for New South Wale's nature-based and sustainable tourism industry. Supported by the New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service, Ecotourism Australia expects about 400 conference delegates will have the chance to enjoy Sydney's Urban ECO tourism experiences. "Sydney Harbour provides many well known and some…
Bali’s most sought after destination, edging fashionable Seminyak Beach. A boutique retreat of unassuming minimalist chic. A five star brand, revered for its heartfelt hospitality, impeccable service and creative flair. And now, raising the roof for eventful incentives, Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa launches its one-of-a-kind rooftop Penthouse suite as the ultimate party venue. Throughout the impressive…
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced it is adding two new products to the bouquet of services it currently offers. Soon passengers of Gulf Air who travel to and from Frankfurt will be able to travel free on the Deutsche Bahn, the national railway company in Germany. Passengers can travel to and from any city of the cities that fall under the train services within Germany.
Stuttgart, GERMANY – Qatar Airways celebrated the launch of scheduled flights to Stuttgart following the arrival of its inaugural service yesterday from Doha to the Capital of Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany’s sixth largest city and one of the country’s economic powerhouses. Qatar Airways is the only Gulf carrier and Five Star ranked airline to operate services to Stuttgart, establishing vital links between this…
Tourism Thailand Dubai & Middle East Office has launched their Facebook page - a Thailand fan club for the Middle East. The fan club is an online portal where fans can register themselves and participate in online activities, such as posting comments, uploading images for voting contests and getting to know the latest events hosted by the Tourism Authority. For more information, visit the fan page at…
The annual Arabian Hotel Investment Conference 2011, taking place from 30 April to 2 May 2011, will be addressing the impact of the ongoing political change across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region on the hotel investment industry. Whilst the MENA region reported increases in all three key performance measurements during January 2011 as compared with January 2010, according to data compiled by STR…
The Lord's Taverners - with a line-up featuring a number of former England internationals - lived up to their star billing by beating Fly Emirates XI in their annual charity series. The Lord's Taverners - inspired by a ton from ex-Zimbabwe international Murray Goodwin and a half century from ex-England player Geraint Jones - beat Fly Emirates XI by seven wickets yesterday at 7he Sevens. The charity side -…
Oprah Winfrey has responded to the recent news stories published by several newspapers of her intention to make a trip to Tahrir Square in central Cairo. Her response on Twitter: "In bed with flu since Oscar show. Hearing reports that I'm taking show to Cairo. NOT TRUE. Have no plans to do so." Several newspapers in Egypt and the Middle East had reported the popular television personality would be making an…
