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British Airways Announces,‘The Original Sale’ for Flights and Holidays
British Airways and British Airways Holidays have today launched 'The Original Sale’, offering holiday and flight savings for travel in 2025 and 2026 when booked before 20 May. The sale features savings on getaways to the recent top ten most-searched destinations, with New York, Dubai, and Barbados leading the charge. Whether customers are looking to explore the vibrancy of Las Vegas, soak in the Tenerife sunshine or enjoy a luxurious getaway to Mauritius, there’s an escape to suit everyone in the sale.
Alaska Airlines welcomes Philippine Airlines, our newest global partner
Alaska Airlines is celebrating the addition of our newest global airline partner, Philippine Airlines, the flag carrier of the Philippines and the oldest operating commercial airline in Asia. With our new frequent flyer partnership, Alaska becomes Philippine Airlines' first loyalty partner in North America, opening the door for our guests to book travel to exotic, once-in-a-lifetime destinations such as Palawan and Boracay in the Philippines.
Etihad and Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi celebrate record success
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Etihad Airways celebrated the remarkable success of the Abu Dhabi Stopover Programme at Arabian Travel Market 2025, with visitor numbers continuing to accelerate at an impressive pace. The Stopover Programme has achieved 25,000 bookings in the first four months of 2025, representing a 47% growth in sales compared to the same period in 2024. More significantly, the number of visitors has surged to 44,000 between January and April 2025, marking a substantial 76% increase over the 25,000 visitors recorded during the same period last year.
2025 World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards opens for entry
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards has today opened entries for its 2025 programme. Individuals and organisations across the globe accelerating change and making an impactful contribution to sustainable travel and tourism are invited to enter free of charge. 30 categories covering all sectors of sustainable travel and tourism have been selected by the Awards Advisory Board of experts to reflect the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and net positive framework of People, Planet, Place, Prosperity and Partnerships.
The Gambia Experience Announces New Airline Partner
The Gambia Experience is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with Ascend Airways, bringing key enhancements to its upcoming winter flight programme. With an increased number of flights, a new Saturday service, and flexible travel options, the Hampshire based tour operator is offering customers even more choice for the same great holiday.
Emirates caps record-breaking ATM, welcoming over 27,000 visitors
Emirates has capped off its busiest ever presence at the Arabian Travel Market, forging and deepening nearly 40 partnerships spanning tourism organisations, technology partners, cruise line companies, airlines and rail operators, among others. Across the event’s four-day run, the airline’s stand was buzzing, welcoming over 27,000 visitors to experience Emirates’ full suite of products across its three aircraft types, including its latest-generation A350 Business Class seats and Premium Economy alongside the signature Onboard Lounge and Shower Spa, as well as its sustainability and accessible travel initiatives.
Emirates forges strategic partnerships with four tourism organisations to enhance inbound tourism
Emirates has signed four more Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) on the side-lines of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) with the Ministry of Tourism and Handicraft in Madagascar, Vietnam-based, multi-sector conglomerate Sun Group, the Greek Ministry of Tourism and Fjord Norway. The newly inked agreements further support tourism flows into these markets from across the airline’s global network.
On World Pilots’ Day Emirates commits to hiring 1,500 aviators
On World Pilots’ Day, Emirates honoured the resilience and dedication of its pilots and the community worldwide. As the airline embarks on its next era of growth and global expansion, it reaffirmed its commitment to welcoming over 1,500 new pilots within the next two years. The airline is riding on the success of its Accelerated Command programme which fast-tracks First Officers to the role of Captain, with more than 80 pilots well on their way to achieving this command upgrade. Aviators wishing to join the world-class community can look forward to a suite of thoughtfully curated and benchmarked benefits.
Emirates and American Express Middle East Sign MOU
Emirates and American Express Middle East (AEME) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) that intends to expand their collaboration to explore new offerings for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in select countries across the Middle East and North Africa. Together, Emirates and American Express Middle East will explore ways to reach and engage with Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) through differentiated offers and value driven initiatives. This may include payments solutions tailored to SMEs, the extension of potential incentives provided by Emirates to American Express Middle East Card Members participating in the Emirates Business Rewards program, among other benefits.
Emirates and MSC Cruises extend long-term partnership
Emirates and MSC Cruises have extended their long-term strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the air-sea traveller experience, supporting Dubai’s cruise ambitions to become a major cruise hub, and exploring future opportunities for joint growth across the airline’s extensive network. Announced at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, the partnership builds on a decade long year relationship and will leverage the strengths of the airline and MSC Cruises to enhance the guest experience and support the growth of Dubai’s cruise tourism eco-system.
Sea and air travel take centre stage at ATM 2025 as passenger numbers surge
Sea and air travel have been under the spotlight at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) this week as the event welcomed international leaders from the aviation and cruise industries. Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, shared updates on the latest passenger numbers as well as his fascinating perspective on the future of aviation and the airport experience. Meanwhile, a panel of experts gathered to discuss the progress made in establishing the Arabian Gulf as a premier global cruise destination.
ETIHAD AIRWAYS LAUNCHES ETIHAD FOR BUSINESS CORPORATE TRAVEL PROGRAMME
Etihad Airways today announced the launch of a new corporate travel programme designed to enhance the business travel experience. The announcement was made at the Arabian Travel Market 2025, marking a significant advancement in the airline's corporate travel offerings.