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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The first ever Blossom Japan, a brand new exclusive event that brought together the top names from the international travel industry and their counterparts in Japan, kicked off last week with 400 local and international guests convening for the first ever appointments-based international event for Japan's inbound and outbound luxury travel market. International exhibitors including Amanresorts, Silversea,…
Amman, Jordan, 24th January 2011: ibis Amman, the first internationally branded economy hotel in Jordan, is confident of a stellar 2011. Buoyed by higher than projected occupancy figures since it opened its doors in November 2009 the hotel predicts a stronger and upbeat outlook for the year, in light of Jordan’s growing tourism initiatives. Christophe Landais, Managing Director of Accor ME said: “In perfect…
Daily fireworks, night souks and street performances have been planned this DSF 2011. “Preparations in this city of lights are under way in full swing to prepare shopaholics and revellers for 32 days of unforgettable fun,” said Naser Hakim the PR and Communications head of Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment (DEPE) who are the organisers of DSF. The 16th edition of the month long Dubai Shopping…
Dubai - UAE, January 18, 2011 - flydubai, Dubai's first low cost airline, made its first entry into the Bangladeshi market last night when flight FZ587 touched down at 2020hrs in Chittagong. The flight, to flydubai's 30th destination, arrived at Chittagong's Shah Amanat International Airport and was greeted by a VIP delegation, who were present to welcome flydubai's Chief Operating Officer Hamad Obaidalla, who…
Sometimes, just being personable and friendly can go a long way in scoring a free hotel upgrade. But for times when a nice smile and pleasant demeanor is not enough, here are some other tricks to try. 1. Timing -- Check in later, between 4-6PM as the front desk can see the cancellations and no-shows of that day. Also, if your dates are flexible, don't book on busy holiday times, as upgrades cannot be given if…
Welcome Beyond has announced that La Maison in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is now part of their selection of unique vacation homes & boutique hotels worldwide. La Maison, with only five quiet and spacious double rooms offers a new lodging concept, more peaceful, in a refined and unique Rio setting just minutes from the famous beach of Ipanema and Leblon. As Jacques, the owner describes: 'We have not worked in…
Number of transported passengers rises to 90.2 million / Group increases sales of seat and freight tonne-kilometres and improves capacity utilisation Deutsche Lufthansa AG significantly improved its traffic performance in 2010 compared with the previous year. All in all, the airlines in the Group welcomed 90.2 million passengers on board their flights over the past twelve months. This represents an increase of…
Hayman is proud to announce it will donate $50 from every new accommodation booking made during this month, for visits to the Great Barrier Reef resort, to the Queensland Government Premier's Disaster Relief Appeal. Whilst Hayman has not been directly impacted by the floods, and has generally enjoyed the beautiful weather typically associated with Queensland, the Hayman team has been deeply saddened by the…
The Taj wedding fair takes place this month from the 18th to the 19th February with an excellent line up of exhibitors and a host of prizes to be won. Wedding photographer Darrin James will be offering a complimentary engagement photo shoot for couples who book their wedding shoot at the fair and the Taj Hotel Cape Town is providing a door prize of a two night stay with breakfast for two at the Taj Cape Town…
Begin a year of good health and wellbeing with a Healing Hot Stone Massage using basalt, a type of rock that is rich in iron that helps soothe and heal muscle tension. Together with this you will receive complimentary use of the gym facility. Priced at AED 490 per person (90 minutes). Not valid with any special promotions, discounts or purchase as a Gift Certificate. Usage of the gym facility must be used on…
The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt has been voted the most romantic destination in Ireland by travel web site Gayot.com (www.gayot.com ) two years in a row since opening in 2007. To celebrate both this and the onset of a new romantic season, when many surprise proposals are made, the hotel is pushing out the romantic boundaries by launching a new Romantic Suite, The Suite With No Number, unlike any of the other 200…
New Dubai, January 11 2011: More than 20,000 people in the UAE have the opportunity to take ownership of a gold key to the Gate in Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel’s six million dirham (Dhs 6million), four-month promotion, Unlock the Gate. Meanwhile, one of 2,000 platinum key holders could become the custodian of the key to an apartment lease for one year, among hundreds of other ‘on the spot’ prizes. According to the…
Kiwi Collection's global review team have tested and approved yet another handful of astounding hotels to recommend. Hotels are unable to buy their way into the collection, making each review 100% unbiased. Kiwi’s comprehensive proprietary rating criteria takes into consideration generosity & value, room-type, food & beverage, spa & fitness, attention to detail, wow/hip factor, architecture & design, location,…
The City Seasons Group of Hotels has appointed Nehal Rizvi as director of sales and marketing for the two Dubai properties. Rizvi has been in the hospitality industry for more than 26 years beginning his career with the hotel Oberoi Intercontinental New Delhi, India as a management trainee. From here he moved to Saudi Arabia gaining experience in the front office and the sales department. Rizvi moved to the…
Doha, QATAR – World number 2 Roger Federer battled to victory to win the Qatar Airways-sponsored Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2011 tennis championships in Doha over the weekend. The Swiss star beat Russian player Nikolay Davydenko, the defending champion, in straight sets 6–3, 6–4 to take home the title in front of a packed crowd at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Qatar’s capital city. Qatar…
One of the world’s leading military air force display teams, the Turkish Stars, is the latest aerobatic squadron to confirm its attendance at the 2011 Al Ain Aerobatic Show. The Turkish Stars will demonstrate their amazing airborne skills for the very first time in the UAE when they take to the skies above Al Ain International Airport from February 2-5. The squadron features formations of up to nine F-5…
Emirates has partnered with Montblanc - purveyors of fine luxury products, to offer customers the opportunity to win an exclusive Montblanc Skeleton A380 Limited Edition writing instrument inspired by the world's most advanced aircraft the Airbus A380, worth USD19,650. Customers on board all Emirates flights who purchase the Montblanc StarWalker A380 fineliner from Emirates' Duty Free, can register for a…
This Valentine's, Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Sha Tin will be offering an exclusive stay for those who wish to create an unforgettable experience for their loved one. Become the most distinguished couple at the hotel for the night, at HK$19,999 +10% service charge, and enjoy One-night's stay in the 2,560-square-feet Presidential Suite, featuring a spacious dining and living room with open pantry; Master…
Qatar Airways has taken delivery of its latest Boeing 777 aircraft with relief aid onboard for victims of the devastating floods that hit Pakistan in August. The supplies arrived in Doha following a 14-hour non-stop journey from Seattle. The aircraft, a Boeing 777-300 Extended Range (ER) version, is the 23rd wide body Boeing 777 to be inducted into the airline’s fleet. Qatar Airways, Boeing and a non-profit…
Oman Air has appointed Richard Hodges as Chief Officer, Hotels and Catering. Mr Hodges brings with him exceptional expertise in the management of hotels and in-flight catering, and will play a leading role in the airline’s rapid expansion in these areas. He will report directly to Oman Air’s Chief Executive Officer, Peter Hill. On his appointment, Richard Hodges said: “I am thrilled to be joining Oman…
The AFC Asian Cup Trophy touched down on an Emirates flight to Doha today, in preparation for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2011™ finals starting on 7 January. Making the journey on Emirates from Kuala Lumpur to Doha, via Dubai, the 55 year old trophy was delivered safely to AFC President Mohamed Bin Hammam by Yousuf Yaqoob Al Serkal, AFC Vice President, UAE. The trophy was also accompanied by Ahmed Khoory,…
Come and support your favourite hotel on the 8th of January 2011, when the top waiters of Bahrain's 5 star restaurants compete with the purpose of building a race track around the foutain at Arad Bay park, next to the airport. Be a part of the excitement and enjoy a fun filled day at the park. Each of the 5 star hotels will set up a stand and provide 5 star catering and specialities from all over the world. The…
The Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment (DEPE) is giving away prizes worth millions of Dirhams in this year’s spectacular Lexus Mega Raffle held during Dubai Shopping Festival 2011. An unfailing attraction of every DSF since the first edition, the Lexus Mega Raffle has become synonymous with the Festival and has given away a massive 1361 Lexus models from DSF 1996 to DSF 2010. The Lexus brand is distributed…
The Gulf water off the coast of The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR), a Dubai Properties Group destination, was the host venue for the UAE Jet Ski Championship over New Year’s weekend, organised by Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC). Held on 1 January 2011, the event offered spectators extraordinary Jet Ski racing action on the beachfront along with an opportunity to see riders demonstrate a…
