Miami Band and Yas Island revive another regional classic with a summer remix. Yas Island Abu Dhabi is turning up the volume on summer with the third instalment of its highly anticipated summer collaboration with the renowned Kuwaiti group, Miami Band. Presenting a vibrant, refreshed rendition of the beloved hit song “Bastanis,” the campaign channels the lively spirit of summer — inviting families across the region to escape the heat and embrace a season filled with joy, energy, and unforgettable memories at the region’s leading entertainment destination.

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national airline, has signed a landmark strategic partnership with the Ministry of Culture to transform the travel experience by embedding authentic Saudi culture into every aspect of its operations. The agreement was signed during an official ceremony at the Ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh, with Hamed bin Mohammed Fayez, Vice Minister of Culture, and Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air. This collaboration will highlight the Kingdom’s unique identity while promoting its diverse heritage to travelers worldwide.

In an era defined by transformation, innovation, and rising traveller expectations, Trip.com Group is boldly positioning itself as more than just a global OTA—it’s aiming to become the world’s most trusted digital travel agent. At the heart of this evolution is Andy Washington, Managing Director for EMEA, who sat down with Justin Cooke of Breaking Travel News to discuss the company’s fast-track growth, AI-powered personalisation, sustainability, and content-led engagement strategies. From building trust in new markets to driving triple-digit demand across continents, Washington offers a candid, forward-looking view of how Trip.com is reshaping the travel experience for the modern age.

The number one hotel rewards program just got more rewarding. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is leveling up its award-winning Wyndham Rewards® program, announcing an industry-first collaboration with Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar®, part of Dine Brands Global, Inc., along with the launch of Wyndham Rewards Experiences—the program’s all-new experiential platform—powered by some of the world’s most iconic sports and entertainment brands including Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, Minor League Baseball and Caesars Rewards, among others.

Hyatt Hotel Corporation announced plans for the Hyatt House brand to debut in the National Capital Region of India as part of a landmark mixed-use development, the Flagship. Located in Noida, the signing of this 127-key, extended stay hotel, owned by IT Infrastructure Park Private Ltd, a subsidiary of CRC Group, will be strategically located within the 11.16-acre site.

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, has announced the development of a new digital meetings & events ecosystem to maximize the ongoing expansion and support of its multi-billion-dollar meetings & events business. The new platform will unite over 5,600 Accor hotels and resorts worldwide, featuring an inventory of 2.5 million sqm of event space and 800,000+ guestrooms – providing an easy, self-serve option for clients to view and book event space, guestrooms, and sales & catering services, while augmenting the continued support of on-site hotel teams. The integration of sales & catering will be a key advantage for meeting planners and business clients, as well as the link to Accor’s loyalty program ALL Accor, for the opportunity to earn and access rewarding membership benefits.