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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If you are planning to be in Muscat this weekend be sure to visit the City Centre Muscat to see Charlie Chaplin in action. Hailing from Buenos Aires, Diego Andres Spanó, a multi-talented actor will enthrall the audience with his toothbrush mustache, bowler hat, bamboo cane, and a funny walk as he portrays Charlie Chaplin's character in The Little Tramp in a 40-minute comical act that will run at 4:00pm,…
We wish you a happy and joyous Eid al Fitr. We also hope you will remember the people of Palestine and pray for peace on earth. Eid Mubarak!
If you want to celebrate the last few days of Ramadan in Islam's holiest city overlooking the Kaaba, you can book a room at the Movenpick Hotel Hajar Tower Makkah. Part of the prestigious Abraj al Bait, you will be just a few steps away from the Kaaba but you will have to pay a premium price to stay there. For Friday 25th July which is the night of 27th Ramadan a Superior Haram room is available for $1,600…
If you want to chill out in the Swiss Alps during the Eid break you can head to the Crans Montana region which is located in the Alps about 3 hours from Zurich. Ranging from 3-star to 5-star luxury hotels, the Crans Montana hotels are geared to receive guests from the Middle East with Halal food and a family firendly environment as well as a special Pay Less Stay More package. Last year there was a 40%…
Air Arabia has announced extra flights for Eid from Sharjah to Alexandria, Beirut, Amman, Istanbul, Peshawar, Karachi, Sialkot and Kuwait starting from 22nd July, 2014. There is always a big rush of passengers wanting to celebrate Eid with their family and Air Arabia's extra flights are meant to ease the rush. Book early to avoid missing this opportunity.
Qatar Executive – Qatar Airways’ business jet division – is promoting the use of one of its private jets to fly to Jeddah or Madinah to perform Umrah during the Holy month of Ramadan and the upcoming Eid-al-Fitr holidays. Ramadan is traditionally a popular season to perform the spiritual journey and Qatar Executive has observed significant demand for its luxury travel service since the start of the Holy…
While traveling to the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom from the Middle East, it is now mandatory to have all electronic/communications devices charged as at the airport you will have to switch these on. This is part of enhanced new security measures required by the authorities of these countries.
The world's best selling aircraft, the Boeing 737 will now have more cabin luggage space thanks to the new Space Bins on the next generation Boeing 737s. These bins can store six carry-on bags compared to the current four. That is more space for travelers who do not want to check in their luggage or for those who cannot resist the temptations of duty free shopping. But there was a time when there were no…
London tops the 2014 Mastercard Global Destination Cities Index by overtaking Bangkok which was last year's most visited city. The top 5 most visited cities in the world are London, Bangkok, Paris, Singapore and Dubai. The 2014 list of top 20 most visited cities in the world includes two cities from the Middle East - Dubai ranked No.5 with an estimated 11.95m overnight visitors and Riyadh ranked No.18 with…
With Ramadan and the summer holiday season coinciding, an increasing number of hotels in Europe are now tweaking their menus to cater to the culinary needs of the Muslim traveler. The upscale Manadrin Oriental hotel which is located in the Passage de Gracia in the city centre is close to Casa Batllo one of the major architectural creations of Antoni Gaudi. In addition to the provision of Arabic Halal cuisine,…
If you would like to get away from the summer heat and relax in the cool air of Switzerland then there is no better place to do it then at the luxurious Dolder Grand Hotel in Zurich. Nestled on a hilltop overlooking the city and the lake but just 25 minutes to Zurich city centre by public transport, this castle in the sky caters to the requirements of its Muslim guests by providing Halal meals and special Suhoor…
If you are planning a vacation during Ramadan you may consider Sydney for your holiday. It is winter in the southern hemisphere and it will be cool and pleasant. Besides, Sydney has one of the shortest fasting hours this Ramadan. The time between the start of Fajr and Maghreb is about 11hrs and 15 minutes. In contrast, in Makkah, fasting hours are of almost 15 hours (14 hrs and 51 minutes for the first day of…
Ireland has been declared as the "Goodest" country on the planet according to a recently released "Good Country Index." Interestingly enough, in this ranking Bangladesh is listed as 91 while Saudi Arabia is 92 and the UAE is 87. Mongolia is ranked 109 ahead of Qatar which is 110. Jordan is the highest ranked MENA country at 50 just shy of Namibia which is ranked 48. So what is this ranking about? According to…
This Ramadan Katara's Cultural Village in Doha will be the venue of a special program aimed at educating visitors about the contribution of Islam to the world of astronomy. "Bridging Quran and Astronomy" is the title of the month long festival which will unveil the secrets of astronomy through a fascinating Ramadan program combining knowledge with entertainment. Katara's Ramadan Festival will continue…
If you have always wanted to drive a Maserati Ghimbali or an Aston Martin Vantage or a Bentley Continental Flying Spur, Hertz is giving you an opportunity to do so this summer. Middle East vactioners can drive their dream cars thanks to the newly launched Hertz Luxury Dream Collection. With white glove VIP service, the special luxury vehicles will be handed over to cutomers vacationing in the UK, Europe and…
While sitting in a plane on a hot tarmac you may have wondered if the aircraft manufacturers test an aeroplane in hot weather before they sell it to airlines? Well, they do! An aircraft can experience extreme temperature variations during even a short trip and aircrafts have to be able to withstand these. To test their soon to be released Airbus 350 aircraft, Airbus Industries sent their A350 XWB flight test…
The Ramadan moon was not sighted in Saudi Arabia or the UAE on Friday, June 27 2014, so, the first day of Ramadan 2014 is Inshallah Sunday, June 29 2014. The Irhal.com team wishes you a happy and blessed Ramadan! Ramadan Kareem!
Book the "Compliments of Waldorf Astoria" package to enjoy a complimentary night stay at the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah. To avail this offer you must stay 4 nights or more. Rates are at AED1200.00 on a half board basis and this offer is valid for stays before 31st December, 2014 Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah is located 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport and offers stylish dining and…
Passengers on board Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, can enjoy every FIFA World Cup football match ‘live’ on all of the air carrier’s long haul aircraft during the month long tournament, the globe’s biggest sporting event. All 64 games will be transmitted live at 30,000 feet on the airline’s modern, wide-bodied fleet of planes by IMG Media using Etihad Airways’ state-of-the-art interactive…
This Ramadan, guests can experience Omani hospitality at the Salalah Rotana Resort at a 20% discounted rate. The rate applies to select hotel facilities including food and beverage and wellness spa treatments at Zen the spa and is valid until September 15, 2014. Also on offer is a traditional Iftar buffet at Saffron Restaurant for AED 124 (OMR 13) per person where early birds on group bookings before June 20,…
A few forward-thinking hoteliers are doing their soccer fan guests a major solid by launching World Cup-themed menus, opening special viewing lounges and broadcasting games live. Guests staying at select Four Seasons properties, for instance, can rest assured that they won’t go thirsty or hungry while watching a match. At the Singapore property, chefs have created a special in-room menu service that…
Machu Picchu, the fabled, mythical city of the Incas built high in the clouds between the Peruvian Andes and the Amazon Basin, has taken the title of world’s top landmark by TripAdvisor users. The historic sanctuary, which stands 2,430 meters above sea level, beat a pool of 929 contenders such as Angkor Wat in Cambodia, St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City, and the Taj Mahal in India to take the top spot on…
A new all-business class airline is set to take off next month with daily flights that will shuttle jetsetters between Paris and New York. Pitched as a premium transatlantic service with competitive pricing, the Boeing 757-200, which can hold 230 passengers, has been modified to fit 74 seats. Flyers will be given Samsung Galaxy Pro 12-inch tablet for their in-flight entertainment and fed by…
Not many tourists visit Turkmenistan. Although it was part of the ancient Silk Route, it is no longer a conduit for travelers to China. Its biggest tourist attraction is the Plateau of Dinosaurs which has over 2,500 footprints of dinosaurs from the Jurassic period. Some of the adventurous among the 15,000 tourists who visit Turkmenistan every year visit this ancient site. But now another tourist attraction is…
