Bawe Island by The Cocoon Collection, the only 5-star resort in Zanzibar boasting the exclusive formula "one island, one resort", continues its path of environmental enhancement with a new initiative dedicated to the protection of the ecosystem. In collaboration with the government of Zanzibar, a new marine reserve has been established which encompasses the entire coast of Bawe Island, to preserve the magnificent coral reef and rich fish population, ensuring the biodiversity and the vitality of the underwater ecosystem for future generations.

As 2025 looks to be the year travellers seek experiences that go beyond traditional travel, Arctic Expedition Micro Cruises are surging in popularity offering the perfect mix of exploration, adventure and comfort. Whether a solo traveller wanting to connect with like-minded guests, families looking to inspire young minds or intrepid explorers in search of new challenges, a small ship voyage to the polar regions is the ideal choice.

The 2025 edition of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia, which is set to take place at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh from 11-13 May 2025, has confirmed the first speakers for the region’s leading hospitality investment platform. Organised by The Bench, FHS Saudi Arabia brings together hospitality leaders and decision-makers to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in Saudi Arabia and the key market trends driving the sector, aiming for actionable outcomes that will transform the industry, which continues to witness unprecedented growth.

Invest Saudi will return to MIPIM in March 2025, leading a high level delegation of government entities and representatives from some of KSA’s biggest real estate developments to showcase a wealth of new investment opportunities in the Kingdom.

The partnership will seek to introduce Wyndham’s Trademark Collection brand to the UAE, as well as expanding its existing footprint in India and the United Kingdom

The performance of flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, in sustainability for the year 2024 showed progress on its three tracks: Decarbonization, adopting initiatives with sustainable impact on society, the economy and the environment, and digital transformation. As a result, operation efficiency increased, and carbon emissions decreased to 625,152 tons, equivalent to planting 25 million trees, within 48 months until the end of 2024. flynas also participated in launching the first voluntary carbon credit trading platform and in the third auction of high-quality carbon credits. Moreover, the leading LCC launched several initiatives to provide a more inclusive travel experience for different segments of society, including people with disabilities, which aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals defined by the United Nations.