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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Due to increased passenger traffic at Doha International Airport (DIA) during the upcoming summer holidays, passengers travelling at peak times of the day are advised to arrive at the airport at least four hours before their flight to avoid unnecessary delays. With schools already beginning to break up for the summer holidays, the airport anticipates a very busy travel period over the next few weeks.…
Hong Kong opened a $1.1 billion cruise terminal at the site of its former airport on Wednesday in a bid to become Asia’s hub for luxury liners. The new terminal, built on the runway of the old airport, will be able to accommodate the largest cruise ships in the world — liners of up to 220,000 gross tonnes. “Kai Tak was the site of our legendary airport and is now turning a historic page by connecting…
A multi-storey penthouse in Monaco could become the world’s most expensive property per square metre when it comes onto the market next year. The luxury penthouse is located in Tour Odéon, a 170m (560ft) tower which will be the Mediterranean coastline’s second tallest building when it is completed next year. Tour Odéon is the first new skyscraper to have been built in Monaco since the 1980s. It will…
Prince William’s wife Catherine on Thursday carried out her last solo public engagement before the birth of her first child barely one month away. She launched the new liner the Royal Princess in the southern English port of Southampton, smashing a 15-litre bottle of champagne against its hull in a time-honoured tradition met with a cheer and a sounding of the ship’s horn. The wind whipped at the…
Dubai has inaugurated the world’s tallest twisted tower built at a cost of $272 million, setting yet another record for skyscrapers and other engineering marvels. The 310-metre (1,017-foot), 75-storey residential Cayan Tower is twisted at 90 degrees from top to bottom and was inaugurated earlier this week in Dubai Marina — a man-made canal overlooking the Gulf. Developer Cayan Real Estate Investment…
The River Thames in England is predicted to be getting a pedestrian bridge with a garden. The idea—proposed by designers at London’s Heatherwick Studio, founded by British designer Thomas Heatherwick—features a walkway with trees, grasses and flowers. The garden bridge lets passersby enjoy the greenery and the view of London city and River Thames—while leisurely crossing the from north to south…
Nehal in Abu Dhabi, the first property of Bin Majid Hotels & Resorts in the capital city, is offering special summer packages for holiday makers to enjoy this summer holiday season. Stay at Nehal and be close to the heart of the city where a variety of events and attractions are planned during the hot summer months, all intended to keep the family occupied and entertained. Nehal’s summer package rates…
According to childhood legend, it's no secret that unicorns can fly. Once they've reached their destination, though, how do they clear customs? As Emily Harris found out, apparently unicorns have no difficulty using passports just like the rest of us. During a trip to Turkey in late May, the 9-year-old girl likely came to that realization after entering the country on a toy passport, which identified her as…
Travellers with a thirst for a constant Wi-Fi connection can now look beyond the typical cafes and coffee shops when visiting Taiwan. The Asian island nation joins a small list of countries that offers free use of its public Wi-Fi network to all foreign tourists and is a move that the Taiwanese tourism board says will "considerably brighten Taiwan's already shining image for quality travel services," notes…
Doha, Qatar (12 June 2013) – W Doha Hotel & Residences today announced the success of its 2013 environmental program, ‘Make A Green Choice’ (MAGC), that was launched in May of this year. The program offers over-night guests the option to contribute to an in house sustainability campaign by making simple choices during their stay. The idea is part of an overall global strategy spearheaded by Starwood Resorts that…
In a world first Emirates, has announced plans to open an indoor aviation themed attraction in London this July. London’s newest public attraction, the Emirates Aviation Experience, will be the first of its kind globally. The Emirates Aviation Experience, located at the South side of the Emirates Air Line in London, will cover an area of almost 300 square metres and will provide an insight into the…
The old exterior of the Chungha building in South Korea’s Gangnam District showcased many conflicting identites. To keep the new look of this shopping more consistent, the architectural firm MVRDV revamped the building with brightly colored windows, with each window showcasing a different store. Its multi-faceted new look gives the Gangnam District more character, drawing visitors to the window…
Yo! Sushi, a popular sushi chain in London, has found an innovative new way to deliver fresh sushi and sashimi to its customers. Called the ‘iTray’, it is a mini helicopter that can travel up to 25 miles an hour—more than six times the walking speed of a waiter. Controlled via iPad, restaurant staff can load food onto its tray and fly the drone to a customer’s table up to 50 yards away. Once…
While the banknotes of many countries are printed with images of important national figures or significant places, Euro banknotes feature a series of seven fictional bridges that do not actually exist. However, thanks to Dutch designer Robin Stam, these bridges are now a reality. They have been constructed exactly as seen on the banknotes as part of a housing project in Spijkenisse, South…
Luxury liner Celebrity Cruises has partnered with Microsoft in a collaboration that will see Xbox and Kinect-themed spaces and gaming areas installed across its fleet. This summer, entertainment aboard the ships will include theme nights and Xbox-featured activities ranging from sports, dance and adventure to racing for kids. Adults will also be able to take advantage of the newest form of onboard…
Aviation passengers across Europe are set to face a week of disruption after air traffic controllers in France announced they would strike for three days. Beginning tomorrow, all airlines in France have been asked to cancel half of their planned schedules, while all flights through French airspace are likely to be disrupted. The action will start at 06:00 French local time tomorrow and continue until…
British Airways is poised to become the first airline in Europe to introduce both the Airbus A380 and the Boeing 787 into its fleet. The airline will take delivery into the UK of its first two 787s on consecutive days, June 26 and 27, followed by its first A380 on July 4. They will arrive around mid-morning. Keith Williams, chief executive, said: “The delivery of these exciting aircraft…
In collaboration with the LEGO Foundation, the LEGO Group and KIRKBI A/S, Danish design firm BIG has unveiled plans to build a ‘LEGO House’, according to ArchDaily. The LEGO ‘experience center’ would be located in the heart of Billund, Denmark—the birthplace of the iconic toy bricks—and will have an exterior look that resembles stacked and combined giant LEGO bricks. A dream come true for kids, and…
‘Hot Tub Cinema’ is a new pop-up event in London that invites moviegoers to watch their favorite films in relaxing hot tubs. Described as an “experience like no other”, friends can purchase a whole tub—which accommodates a maximum of six to eight people—or buy individual tickets to cozy up with other bathing suit-clad moviegoers. According to its website, there isn’t a fixed location for the event…
After Florence, Milan, New Delhi and recently Beirut, Italian house of Roberto Cavalli, opened a new Cavalli Caffè in Kuwait City at the Avenues Mall, Kuwait.
The Oberoi Group announced the opening of The Oberoi, Dubai today. The Oberoi, Dubai will be the Group’s first property in the United Arab Emirates. Located at The Oberoi Centre, The Oberoi is a contemporary luxury hotel that embodies height, light and space. The hotel overlooks the iconic Burj Khalifa and each of the 252 rooms and suites have floor to ceiling windows which afford…
Made of wood, this compact structure houses seven sleepers in a series of bunk beds to one side, with the other beds in four cylindrical areas.
Sharjah, UAE; June 10, 2013: Air Arabia (PJSC), the first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) in the Middle East and North Africa, announced today that it will begin offering a twice weekly service to Yerevan, Armenia, from August 2013. Around three hours flight time from the UAE, Armenia’s diverse landscape comprises mountains, forests, lakes and waterfalls. The ancient city of Yerevan is the country’s…
This summer, golf enthusiasts have the opportunity to combine a refreshing sojourn at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi, with a round of golf on one of the country’s premier courses. From June 1st until September 30th, the renowned beachfront leisure address, which has become a byword for refinement and elegance, is offering golf enthusiasts a night in one of its Superior Rooms, together with an…
