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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Travelers from the GCC who want to get away from the summer heat will find The Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam a memorable and luxurious retreat in the heart of Amsterdam. The hotel’s location offers an ideal opportunity to explore Amsterdam's long history at a slow pace. You can come out of the hotel and take a stroll along the canals, spend a day exploring the paintings of Vermeer and Van Gogh in the city's many…
Want help in planning a family holiday this summer? Do you want to entertain the kids and yourselves? Look no further. We have put together some popular family destinations for you. All hotels below allow 2 children under 12 to stay free of charge. If you have a larger family, many of these hotels offer adjacent rooms with a connecting door. Paris, France Find the best rates for all hotels in Paris Paris has…
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, Inc. announced the reopening of the iconic Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino, a city landmark for more than four decades. The hotel emerges after extensive renovation with modern interiors, refreshed public spaces and innovative and revitalized dining concepts. Perched on the West Bank of the River Nile, it enjoys a prime location, in the heart of the city,…
The first Qatar Airways non-stop flight from Doha to Skopje touched down on Monday, July 17 2017, at Alexander the Great Airport. The new route to the capital of the Republic of Macedonia will be served four times per week with an Airbus A320 aircraft featuring 12 seats in Business Class and 120 seats in Economy Class. Qatar Airways said in a statement that it was accelerating its expansion plans in Eastern…
Emirates has announced the grand opening of its 41st dedicated lounge located at Boston Logan International Airport. The lounge is open to Emirates First Class and Business Class customers as well as Platinum and Gold members of Skywards, the airline’s frequent flyer program. The interior design and décor in the $6.7 million dedicated Emirates Lounge is built around a new contemporary and fresh design. Located…
Venice, Italy Hotels in Venice, Italy Ride on a gondola through the scenic Grand Canal in Venice, Italy. Or, if you enjoy shopping and dining visit St. Marks Square for the best of both worlds. Here are two of the best hotels for a honeymoon in Venice, Italy: Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice San Clemente Palace Kempinski Hotel, Venice The Maldives Resorts in the Maldives Experience white sandy beaches and…
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi has joined forces with Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority as the “Official Hotel Partner” for the city’s Summer Season which takes place from 20th July to 20th August 2017. This year’s edition of the Summer Season will bring spectacular international events and activities to multiple venues across the Emirate. Along with a full calendar of live concerts, interactive shows and theatrical…
Qatar Airways has just confirmed that it has been approved by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to permit passengers to carry personal electronic items on board U.S.-bound flights, departing from its hub Hamad International Airport in Doha, Qatar. Earlier Saudi Airlines announced that they are working with the US Department of Homeland Security to implement new procedures across airports in Saudi Arabia…
Emirates airline officially commenced daily direct flights from Dubai to Hanoi, Vietnam on 1st July, providing Emirates’ passengers from Dubai and other destinations across Europe another seamless route to Vietnam. Passengers traveling to Hanoi will no longer stop in Yangon, saving approximately 2hrs 30mins of travel time. The first direct flight EK394 from Dubai departed at 03:30hrs and arrived at Noi Bai…
According to a statement published on the Emirates Airline website, effective immediately, the electronics ban has been lifted for Emirates’ flights from Dubai International Airport to the U.S.A. Emirates has been working hard in coordination with various aviation stakeholders and the local authorities to implement heightened security measures and protocols that meet the requirements of the US Department of…
Emirates expanded its presence in Southeast Asia with the launch of a new daily linked service from Dubai to Phnom Penh (PHN) in Cambodia, via Yangon in Myanmar. It also marks the first time since 2014 that Phnom Penh and Yangon were connected by a direct air link, serving increasing demand for travel between the two fast-developing cities. Phnom Penh, the first destination within Cambodia to be served by…
“We welcome the decision by the US Department of Homeland Security to lift the electronic devices ban on flights between Abu Dhabi and the United States, following the successful validation of security measures at the US Pre-clearance facility at Abu Dhabi airport earlier today (2 July 2017). “Effective immediately, the removal of the restrictions allows passengers flying to the US to carry all laptops, tablets,…
Etihad Airways today introduced an Airbus A380 aircraft on one of its two daily services between Abu Dhabi and Paris Charles de Gaulle. The new service has been introduced early to meet seasonal demand from 1 July to 28 October and 15 December to 15 February 2018. The A380 will then operate a regular year-round service from 25 March 2018. The superjumbo replaces a three-class Boeing 777-300ER previously…
From July 24 up to and including September 10, 2017, Munich Airport will offer Arabic-speaking personal shopping assistants on request in Terminal 2. They will be available to bridge any cultural or language gaps between passengers and the personnel serving them in airport shops. The native Arabic speakers can also guide travelers through the Terminal 2 shopping world and provide detailed information on offers…
May life's journey take you to beautiful places and may Eid bring you and your family great happiness. Eid Mubarak!
The Waldorf Astoria Hotel Ras Al Khaimah is celebrating a culinary festival in July offering a variety of new menus for one month at all its restaurants. Umi: A modern Japanese restaurant surrounded by a Japanese-style garden. The restaurant serves a variety of Teppanyaki grilled meat dishes as well as traditional sushi and sashimi. Marjan: An eclectic fusion of traditional and quirky modern interiors is the…
The Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, an agency of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), is gearing up to usher in the 10th edition of the “Eid in Dubai” celebrations. ‘Eid in Dubai – Eid Al Fitr’ is a social initiative that was launched in 2008 to bring together people from diverse communities and cultures from within and outside Dubai under a common theme ‘United in…
If you are planning to eat out during the Eid holidays, you should head to the Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel. A sumptuous buffet will be available on the first two days of Eid ay the VIP Majlis which will feature a wide variety of Arabic and International specialties with live cooking stations and an assortment of gourmet sweets. Ferghal Purcell, COO of HMH – Hospitality Management Holding, said, “Eid is a very…
Philippine Airlines, PAL, the Philippine flag carrier will re-launch its business class service in Dubai on 16 June 2017, a move brought about by the increased demand for premium leisure and corporate travel market among locals and expatriates in the region. The daily business class service will start on June 16 at an introductory rate of Dh2,850, all inclusive, coinciding with the celebration of Philippine…
Jabal Omar Development Company (JODC), Saudi Arabia’s leading real estate development company, announced that Emaar Hospitality Group’s premium luxury hotel brand Address Hotels + Resorts has been selected to manage its flagship hospitality project in the Holy City of Makkah. This also marks the first expansion of the Address Hotels + Resorts to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Jabal Omar Address Makkah,…
Dubai has emerged as one of the top 10 destinations for international meetings, according to the latest edition of the International Meetings Statistics Report published last week by Union of International Associations (UIA). The report ranked 1,157 cities globally based on the total number of international meetings that took place during the year. Previously ranked 14th in the 2015 edition, Dubai has moved up…
In celebration of the holy month of Ramadan, Manarat Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi is organizing a wide range of interactive educational and artistic workshops in the first edition of the "Manarat Al Saadiyat Ramadan Nights", a program of creative activities organized by the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority. The evenings, which will last until June 17, 2017, offer visitors an overview of Emirati culture with a series of…
Emirates has partnered with BMW to provide a fleet of luxury automobiles for its complimentary Chauffeur-drive service for Business Class passengers in the UAE. The new fleet, featuring BMW 520i Touring cars, are being rolled out progressively from now until the end of the year, as the previous fleet of cars are retired. This fleet upgrade is part of Emirates’ ongoing investment in product and service both on…
Geneva has been nominated by the prestigious World Travel Awards (WTA), for the 2017 Europe’s Leading Destination Award as well as the European Leading City Break Destination Award. Ideally located in the heart of Europe and known for having one of Switzerland’s most spectacular landscapes, Geneva is a dream of a city thanks to a unique setting on the shores of Western Europe’s largest lake and with a dazzling…
