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Building Momentum: Abu Dhabi's Culture and Tourism Sectors Show Strong Q1 Growth Ahead of ATM
Abu Dhabi welcomed 1.4 million hotel guests between January and March 2025. The emirate’s worldwide appeal contributed to AED 2.3 billion in hotel revenues in Q1 2025. Abu Dhabi hotels witnessed 18% revenue surge in Q1 2025, with +25% RevPAR
Arabian Travel Market aviation features - Top 10 business class airlines
ATM is always an event for airlines to showcase their latest offerings, especially their premier class seats and suites. Breaking Travel News aviation correspondent Phil Blizzard provides a snapshot of business class offerings from the top 10 airlines based on the 2024 World Airline Awards by Skytrax.
ATM 2025 opens tomorrow, uniting travel professionals from over 166 countries
The 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will open tomorrow at Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together more than 2,800 exhibitors and over 55,000 travel professionals from 166 countries. Underscoring the growing importance of ATM in the global tourism landscape, international exhibitors account for 67% of companies showcased at the event, while the Middle East comprises 33% of exhibitors this year.
Arabian Travel Market aviation features - Top 10 first-class suites
ATM is always an event for airlines to showcase their latest offerings, especially their premier class seats and suites. For airlines participating at at ATM 2025 their first-lass suites will most likely take centre stage on the - so, how will they compare with what is already flying high? Breaking Travel News aviation correspondent Phil Blizzard provides a snapshot of the first-class suites offered bay the top 10 airlines based on the 2024 World Airline Awards by Skytrax:
OCEANIA CRUISES LAUNCHES "FLEETWIDE SALE" ON ALL 2025 SAILINGS AND SELECT 2026 VOYAGES
Oceania Cruises®, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, invites travelers to explore the world and enjoy exceptional value during its new "Fleetwide Sale," featuring up to 30% off on more than 200 sailings departing through March 31, 2026.
Goa to deepen Middle East ties with focus on high-value, authentic travel experiences at ATM
Goa Tourism is all set to make a dynamic impression at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, taking place from 28th April to 1st May, 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. With a strong and growing interest from the Gulf region, Goa's participation aims to deepen engagement with Middle East travellers, travel trade partners, and tourism investors by spotlighting high-value experiences rooted in luxury, wellness, culture, and sustainability.
Bushtops Safari Camps Unveils 'The Beest' – A Revolutionary New Luxury Safari Vehicle
Bushtops Safari Camps will be launching its much-anticipated Bushtops Game Viewer, affectionately known as "The Beest", on 1 June 2025, a revolutionary luxury safari vehicle designed to transform wildlife exploration in the Serengeti. Following years of dreaming, design and construction, this one-of-a-kind innovation combines cutting-edge engineering with unparalleled comfort, offering guests an extraordinary way to experience Africa's wilderness.
EVA Air Announces Signing of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Agreements
EVA Air has announced the signing of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) procurement agreements with three major suppliers: Associated Energy Group, LLC (AEG FUELS) from the United States, COSMO Oil Marketing Co., Ltd. (COSMO) from Japan, and Formosa Petrochemical Corporation from Taiwan. This strategic move reaffirms EVA Air's unwavering commitment to sustainability by expanding its SAF footprint and establishing long-term partnerships with global and local suppliers.
Paralos Irini Mare Champions Zero-Kilometre Philosophy With a Farm-to-Table Culinary Journey
Paralos Irini Mare, a leading four-star seaside resort in southern Crete, is redefining sustainable luxury by fully embracing the island's natural abundance through its authentic farm-to-table approach and unwavering zero-kilometre sourcing policy. Rooted in the heart of Agia Galini, surrounded by olive groves and kissed by the Cretan Sea, Paralos Irini Mare invites guests to embark on a culinary journey that starts in the soil and ends on the plate—mere steps away.
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti Unveils Sustainable Updates and Elevated Guest Accommodations
The Serengeti's iconic Four Seasons Safari Lodge has undergone a series of exciting renovations, reaffirming its position as a leading destination for discerning travellers seeking an unparalleled safari experience in the world's most renowned wildlife park. The updates seamlessly blend a modern contemporary aesthetic with the natural beauty of the savannah, creating an immersive and luxurious retreat.
The Lana Introduces Eyes On the Future in Dubai
Legendary Architecture is the second chapter in Dorchester Collection's Legendary Artists' series, which invites guests to follow in the footsteps of Picasso, Fontana, Hepworth and more. Inspired by the hotel's 'future classic' Foster + Partners' design, Eyes on the Future will explore a unique aspect of Dubai, a city which itself was built from the ground up in just 35 years with a strong focus on innovation
A Boom in North African Tourism Sees More Countries Open Up to Visitors
North Africa is receiving a record number of tourists across all regions, from the traditional tourism powerhouses such as Morocco and Egypt, to the harder to reach corners, such as Algeria, Libya and Mauritania. Now adventure travel company, Untamed Borders, is launching new group adventures to the South of Libya later this year, along with a new tour to Mauritania in 2026.