Airline, airport, hotel, destination, visa, and Muslim travel updates from Irhal.
The 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.
Read full storyAbu 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.
Read full storyMalaysia 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…
Two hotels, three ways to stay, and one summer campaign inviting guests to choose their own scene across Paramount Hotel Midtown and Paramount Hotel Dubai
Sharjah Museums Offer an Integrated Summer Experience Blending Culture, Science, and Discovery for All Community Members
New 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.
Read full storyThe Red Sea destination is introducing new summer experiences for families and children, from stargazing and coral reef discovery to marine learning, sports activities and heritage crafts.
Read full storyChief Projects Officer at Shurooq, Khawla Al Hashimi, shares rare insights behind the icon commemorating Sharjah’s global recognition as a beacon of knowledge
Read full storyEscape to Sharjah Collection This Summer and Enjoy 30% Off
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Swiss-Belhotel International is to open four new hotels in the GCC during the first half of 2020. The new properties are located in Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain. The first of these – Swiss-Belboutique Bneid Al Gar Kuwait – recently opened its doors marking the group’s debut in the country as well as the entry of the brand in the region. All four hotels are centrally located in dynamic neighborhoods. The…
Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company PJSC (ADDH) announced that it has reached an agreement in principle for the establishment of a local airline in Abu Dhabi in partnership with Wizz Air Holdings Plc, Europe’s greenest airline and the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe. The new airline will be Wizz Air’s first airline established outside of Europe. It is intended that the low-cost airline…
Emirates celebrated the inaugural flight of its new daily service from Dubai to Mexico City via Barcelona. The Emirates Boeing 777-200LR touched down in Mexico City yesterday at 16:15 local time, marking the airline’s first passenger flight to Mexico. Emirates flight EK255, with a group of VIP guests and media on board, was welcomed by Mexico International Airport with a water cannon salute. Salem Obaidalla,…
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has won yet another recognition this year, winning the ‘Best Low-Cost Airline’ in Middle East/Africa at the AirlineRatings Airline Excellence Awards. Judged by seven editors with over 200 years of industry experience and evaluated against 12 criteria including fleet age, passenger reviews, profitability, investment rating,…
The Third Diriyah Music Festival in Saudi Arabia witnessed a night full of entertainment where the audience enjoyed a concert by Pitbull, Shaggy, Don Omar and DJ Marshmello. The historic Diriyah Music Festival started with reggaeton's international star, Don Omar, who presented some of his most famous songs and was followed by the international award-winning artist Shaggy, who ignited the enthusiasm of the…
Celebrating the unifying power of diversity in the UAE, a historic one-off Emirates A380 flight marking the 48th UAE National Day and the UAE Year of Tolerance returned to Dubai International Airport with over 540 passengers from different backgrounds, ethnicities, religions and cultures. It included families and children, Emirates Group employees, as well as People of Determination. Passengers were encouraged to…
Royal Caribbean is expanding its Middle East headquarters in Dubai, to cater to the expanding regional cruise market, and supporting the more than 50,000 outbound passengers from across the Middle East cruise market. Be it for family sailing holidays or first-class luxury cruising experiences the Royal Caribbean portfolio offers more than 900 destinations across 50 vessels ranging from the world’s largest…
Emirates has signed a contract on a pioneering initiative, where its first retired A380 aircraft will be upcycled and recycled, dramatically reducing the environmental impact of the deconstruction process and drastically reducing landfill waste. The iconic 1st generation A380 onboard bar and other cabin features will be transformed into bespoke furniture, plus a range of aviation memorabilia and retail items…
Travel is expected to reach an all-time high in the upcoming weeks for Emirates, as the airline expects yet another busy period with travelers flocking into Dubai after the summer holidays and Eid breaks. Excluding transit passengers, over 500,000 people are expected to arrive into Dubai from 20 August until the beginning of September. Mohammed Mattar, Divisional Senior Vice President, Emirates Airport Services…
Falconry in Kazakhstan is called ‘Sayat’, a sport that is considered beautiful and special, embodying adventure and challenge. You can see the majestic birds soar through the natural landscapes and learn the skills of hunting in a safe area accompanied by professional falconers. Maria Ryzhkova, Director of Discover Almaty, said, “We would like to invite guests from all over the world who share the same interest…
Adventure, relaxation, or both? Whip up the perfect holiday mix this summer at any one of Turkey’s one-stop destinations. Which of these sounds like your perfect summer getaway? Cappadocia: the land of ‘fairy chimneys’ A few reasons why Cappadocia should be on your radar: it is a geological anomaly dotted with towering honeycombed rock pinnacles dubbed ‘fairy chimneys’, it is home to an extensive network of…
The organizing committee for Taif Season, a month long festival in Saudi Arabia, announced it has seen huge demand for all four main areas, with more than 750,000 people visiting in the first 10 days of the festival. Taif Season features more than 70 quality events across the four major sites – Souk Okaz, the Crown Prince’s Camel Festival, the Village of Roses, and the Al-Baid Masters, which includes mountain…
This Eid Al Adha escape to Ras Al Khaimah and experience an array of activities like kayaking in the mangroves and zip lining across rugged mountains or just chilling at a luxury resort. Conquer new heights at Jebel Jais, the highest mountain peak in the UAE. As the adventure hub of the region, Ras Al Khaimah is home to Jebel Jais Flight: The World's Longest Zipline – a high profile adventure attraction that…
Nothing captures Dubai’s impressive skyline and landmarks like a helicopter ride. Check in at FlyHigh Dubai’s five-star helipad and heli-lounge at Atlantis The Palm Dubai and fly over the city’s iconic attractions for an unforgettable experience with the ‘Heli & Sightseeing’ package. Chiara Boccascino, Director FlyHigh Dubai Helicopter Services, said: “FlyHigh Dubai Helicopter Services are an exclusive and…
For the first time in the history of Saudi Airlines the number of passengers on international flights exceeded the number of guests in the domestic sector. In 2018, Saudi Airlines achieved a new record when its growing international network transported more than 17 million passengers - a significant jump of more than 11% in the number of international guests compared to 2017. The strong growth and expansion of…
Dubai-based flydubai has announced the start of flights to Tashkent the capital of Uzbekistan. The five times weekly service between Dubai and Tashkent will start from 11 March 2019 and will become a daily operation from 31 May 2019. flydubai has been flying to Central Asia since November 2010 with the launch of operations to Ashgabat in Turkmenistan, followed by the launch of flights to Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan in…
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) - the biggest travel trade show in the Middle East is launching its first consumer day – ATM Holiday Shopper - as part of its line-up of special focus events. Taking place on Saturday 27th April – the day before the official opening of ATM which runs from April 28 to May 1 2019 – the event will showcase over 30 travel and hospitality exhibitors from both regional and international…
Qatar Airways’ first direct non-stop flight to the beautiful holiday destination of Pattaya touched down at U-Tapao Rayong Pattaya International Airport, inaugurating the award-winning airline’s newest Thai destination. This celebration marks Qatar Airways’ fifth route to the Southeast Asian country, and is the first new route launch for Qatar Airways in 2018. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Mr. Akbar Al…
Travel is expected to peak once again at the end of the year for Emirates Airline, as the airline is expecting a very busy period with visitors flocking into Dubai for New Year’s celebrations. Over 250,000 people are expected to arrive into Dubai from 28 December until just after New Year’s Day, while 200,000 travelers will be departing from Dubai. In addition, more than 350,000 travelers will be connecting…
Dubai’s iconic family lifestyle resort, Jumeirah Beach Hotel will be closing down for renovations starting from Mid-May to early October 2018 during which the hotel will stop receiving guests to allow for the completion of a two year renovation program of the whole hotel. The hotel will relaunch in early October, in time for its 21st anniversary celebrations in December 2018, with a fresh look and new guest…
Etihad Airways has marked the occasion of the UAE’s 46th National Day with a series of activities across the globe. It has become a tradition in recent years for the aviation and travel group to observe the birth of the nation with different programs including staff celebrations at its headquarters and lounges at Abu Dhabi International Airport, on flights departing Abu Dhabi, and across its social media…
XDubai has just launched the world’s longest urban zip line at Dubai Marina. This is also one of the steepest and fastest ziplines, measuring an astonishing 1 kilometer, with an incline of 16° and traveling at an average of 80 kilometers per hour. The XLine follows in the footsteps of the original which launched in late 2015 at The Dubai Mall over the iconic Dubai Fountain. Building on the earlier archetype, the…
Dubai has been chosen by Crystal Cruises as the location for the company’s flagship liner to make its maiden voyage in the region after an extensive refurbishment. The decision to make Dubai the location for the regional debut of the liner’s sophisticated new look further cements the Emirate’s position as the region’s leading cruise destination, and the location of choice for winter cruise tourists from around…
French President Macron inaugurated the much awaited Louvre Abu Dhabi and said, "The birth of a world cultural monument in the UAE capital is the greatest response to those who want to destroy humanity because it represents a bridge of artistic beauty that connects the continents of the world and human generations.” The Louvre Abu Dhabi is meant to be a global museum with artifacts from ancient civilization to…
