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 medieval village of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie is set to receive an influx of visitors after the historic settlement was voted “France’s Favorite Village” by a TV show in June. Originally established in the 13th century, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie has survived several wars and invasions over the years, and attracts more than 400,000 visitors annually. Many international tourists travel to France to tour the…
After the Tiffany, Dior and Bottega Veneta suites, the St. Regis Hotel is unveiling The Bentley Suite this fall in its New York location. The theme suite will include décor touches reminiscent of designs by British carmaker Bentley Motors such as black leather tile floors and a sleigh bed made out of Bentley’s signature burled wood. The 1,700 square foot (157 square meter) suite will be available as…
Qatar Luxury Group, owned by Qatar Foundation, is reportedly gearing up to launch its first luxury fashion and accessories brand, announced the HuffPost on August 26. The launch of the brand QELA will be boosted by the opening of numerous luxe boutiques around the world, starting with Doha, Qatar’s capital city by the end of the year, followed by other shops in NYC, Paris, Los Angeles, Milan, London and…
Kolkata: Tea producers are venturing into tea tourism projects in the picturesque Darjeeling hills, hoping the newly-created Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA) will restore peace in the region. The three picturesque Darjeeling hill subdivisions of Darjeeling, Kurseong and Kalimpong in northern West Bengal have been on the boil for nearly three decades over the demand for a separate state of Gorkhaland.…
Nile cruises from Egypt’s capital Cairo to Luxor resumed over the weekend after being halted 18 years ago because of security concerns. A ceremony marking the resumption of cruises from the capital was held in Luxor, the mecca of Egyptian tourism, after the arrival of a vessel from Cairo. Tourism Minister Mohamed Hisham Abbas Zazou said that “the restoration of security is the key to the recovery of…
Sperone, a golf course situated on the southern tip of the Mediterranean island of Corsica, has been put up for sale by its main shareholder. A string of high-profile figures and French celebrities have holiday homes on the 130-hectare estate which hosts one of the world’s most beautiful courses. A total of 80 hectares, including the course, the clubhouse and a restaurant, are being offered for sale…
تقدم شركة Air Asia عرضاً مذهلاً كما عودتنا دائماً. إذا كنتم الان في سنغافورة وتودون زيارة ماليزيا قبل يوم 2 سبتمبر القادم فيمكنكم السفر الى ماليزيا بالطائرة فقط مقابل 30 دولار أمريكي. يستمر هذا العرض الرائع حتى الثاني من سبتمبر 2012 المقبل. للحجز والاستعلام يرجى زيارة موقع شركة طيران Air Asia على شبكة الانترنت.
Airlines give many reasons for refusing to let you board, but none stir as much debate as this: How you're dressed. A woman flying from Las Vegas on Southwest this spring says she was confronted by an airline employee for showing too much cleavage. In another recent case, an American Airlines pilot lectured a passenger because her T-shirt bore a four-letter expletive. She was allowed to keep flying after…
A full head mask, also known as a ‘face-kini’, accompanied by a long-sleeve bodysuit, is the latest summer accessory in China. As reported by international media outlets, the ultimate alternative to sunblock in China is a full head mask with openings for the eyes and mouth. Women wearing the protective mask can be seen at a beach in the Shandong province in east China. According to the Daily…
Dubai, UAE – Dusit Thani Dubai has added four UAE Nationals to its family as part of their new Emiratization policy. The four new colleagues join the hotel’s three existing UAE Nationals, chosing to further their careers in various departments across the hotel, inclusive of Finance, Sales and Marketing and the Kitchen.
The Eiffel Tower has been declared the most valuable monument in Europe – worth 435 billion euros to the French economy, a new study claims. The venerable Paris landmark was estimated to be worth six times its nearest rival, the Colloseum in Rome, valued at 91 billion euros. The study by Italy’s Monza and Brianza Chamber of Commerce based its findings on a monument’s “image, brand and visibility”,…
According to a survey, Paris Charles de Gaulle, the second busiest airport in Europe, is the rudest in the region, while Copenhagen Airport features as the friendliest. Paris CDG, which hosts more than 60 million passengers a year, is the rudest airport in Europe with a score of 4.86 out of ten. The survey rates airports according to the friendliness of their staff. The experience of using Paris…
If you remember, a few days ago IKEA had announced plans to open and run hotels. Now the Swedish furniture giant plans to build a brand-new district with shops, flats and office space for thousands of people in the northern German city of Hamburg. “We want to build a new city district for the benefit of Hamburg,” Harald Mueller, head of the firm’s property subsidiary Landprop, told the Hamburger…
Doha, QATAR – Qatar Airways has once again raised the bar and set new standards for 5-Star service in the aviation industry by leveraging on the iPad to offer personalised service to its customers at various touch points. The iPad provides Qatar Airways’ cabin crew and concierge staff at the airline’s exclusive Premium Terminal at Doha International Airport and Premium Lounge at London Heathrow, with a…
British Airways has announced its five most popular destinations for travellers from the Middle East. British Airway’s hub of London features prominently in the list, while the cities of New York, Washington, Toronto and Houston round out the top five. The list highlights the connection Middle Eastern travellers have with North America, where they travel not just for business or holiday, but to…
Following the success of its first property in Hollywood, D Pet Hotels, a luxury hotel catering only to dogs, is heading to New York and Scottsdale, Arizona, this summer. D Pet Hotels opened in Scottsdale on August 15, offering five-star services such as fully air conditioned indoor dog parks, chauffeur services in cars by Lamborghini and Porsche and an in-house boutique carrying organic food and treats,…
New York City‘s Staten Island may soon be home to the world’s tallest ferris wheel. The New York City Economic Development Corporation is in talks with a company to build a “giant observation wheel” that would be bigger than the London Eye and current “world’s tallest” titleholder, the Singapore Flyer, reports local website SILive.com. At more than 600 feet, the wheel would be on a parcel of land near the…
Authentic French seafood dining has arrived in style, in the form of La Mer at Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche. The signature restaurant will open its chic doors on September 1st in Abu Dhabi. Elegantly designed with smart soft touches throughout, La Mer is a far cry from the clichéd seafood restaurant inspired designs. From the elegant furniture to the custom made chinaware designed by Bernardaud, La Mer…
The Peninsula Bangkok has added a distinctively Thai touch to its hotel transportation fleet, in the shape of its very own exclusive Tuk Tuk. This enjoyable three-wheeled vehicle is a mode of transportation synonymous with the exotic destination of Thailand. The hotel’s brand new, customised Tuk Tuk – complete with complimentary Wi-Fi and cold towels on board for guests – is finished in the signature…
Swedish furniture giant Ikea plans a one-billion-euro move into the hotel sector, opening at least 100 hotels in Europe. “We’ve been searching for property across Europe for a while and we’ll announce in a few weeks where we’ll open our own hotel,” Svenska Dagbladet quoted as saying Harald Mueller, the Ikea group executive in charge of the project. The daily said Ikea plans to open “at least 100…
Singapore Airlines has said it plans to introduce revamped seats and cabin interiors with an upgraded in-flight entertainment in a bid to stay ahead of Asian and Middle East rivals in the premium travel market. SIA is regarded as a trendsetter in aviation and is famous for its cabin service, but rivals like Cathay Pacific in Asia and Etihad, Emirates and Gulf Air from the Middle East have been closing the…
يقع هذا الفندق ذي الثلاث نجوم في قلب مدينة لندن، وبالقرب من مركز إيرلز كورت للمعارض ومتحف لندن للتاريخ الطبيعي وقاعة ألبرت الملكية. ومن المعالم السياحية القريبة قصر كينسينغتون وحدائق كينسينغتون. تبلغ تكلفة الاقامة في هذا الفندق 76 دولار أمريكي لليلة الواحدة. اسم وعنوان الفندق 1 Lexham Gardens, Earls Court, Kensington, London, W8 5JL
A historic American town with a population of two people will be auctioned off on August 15, the auctioneers Williams & Williams said Thursday. The northwestern town of Garryowen, Montana, little over 7.7 acres, includes houses, a grocery store, a fast food restaurant, a shop and a post office. “The town has a population of two, making it one of the smallest towns in the United States,” reads the…
Starting August 20, Carnival Cruise Lines is offering an express boarding service to its passengers, for an extra fee. Under the slogan “Faster to the Fun,” passengers willing to pay an extra fee will get their own express lane to board the ship. Aside from the priority check-in, for £49.95 (around $80) all occupants of a cabin will receive, among other perks, the benefit of having a guaranteed…
