https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/arabian travel market/ Arabian Travel Market News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:08:20+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/as-60-of-uae-travellers-rely-on-ai-to-plan-trips-human-connection-remains-v/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/as-60-of-uae-travellers-rely-on-ai-to-plan-trips-human-connection-remains-v/ Travel technology is transforming the industry globally, changing the way travellers plan, book, and experience their journeys. According to a recent report by Tourism Economics on behalf of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), 60% of travellers in the UAE trust Artificial Intelligence (AI) to plan every aspect of their trips, compared to 48% of travellers in other countries, with this figure predicted to rise as technology becomes more embedded into consumer habits. Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:54:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/arabian-travel-market-underscores-the-vital-role-of-asia-pacific-in-the-fut/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/arabian-travel-market-underscores-the-vital-role-of-asia-pacific-in-the-fut/ The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is poised for significant tourism growth, with spending on international travel forecast to hit US$2.5 trillion and domestic travel to reach US$4.3 trillion by 2029, according to the latest data from Euromonitor International. Outbound travel from APAC is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7%, with intra-regional journeys expected to account for 61% of all trips by the end of 2025. By 2029, one in three trips is anticipated to be outside the APAC region, with 75% of bookings set to be made online.  Thu, 19 Jun 2025 10:03:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/verteil-technologies-becomes-launch-ndc-aggregator-for-riyadh-air/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/verteil-technologies-becomes-launch-ndc-aggregator-for-riyadh-air/ Riyadh Air and Verteil Technologies have announced a strategic partnership that will see Verteil become the launch NDC (New Distribution Capability) aggregator, marking a major milestone in Riyadh Air’s offer and order-based digital distribution journey. Through this collaboration, travel sellers across the globe will gain seamless access to Riyadh Air’s NDC content via Verteil’s industry-leading platform, Verteil Direct Connect (VDC), reinforcing a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in airline retailing. Mon, 05 May 2025 18:28:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-promo-final-day-roundup/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-promo-final-day-roundup/ Fri, 02 May 2025 12:17:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-rogier-van-enk-coco-flyadeal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-rogier-van-enk-coco-flyadeal/ Fri, 02 May 2025 11:54:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-souha-katerina-mousbeh-owner-md-mideast-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-souha-katerina-mousbeh-owner-md-mideast-travel/ Fri, 02 May 2025 11:04:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-caps-record-breaking-atm-welcoming-over-27000-visitors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-caps-record-breaking-atm-welcoming-over-27000-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. Fri, 02 May 2025 07:04:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-and-american-express-middle-east-sign-mou/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Fri, 02 May 2025 06:58:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-and-msc-cruises-extend-long-term-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Fri, 02 May 2025 06:56:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mohammed-bin-rashid-visited-arabian-travel-market-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mohammed-bin-rashid-visited-arabian-travel-market-2025/ His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, toured the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, which concluded yesterday at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Fri, 02 May 2025 06:48:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-xavier-destribats-coo-emea-americas-kempinski/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-xavier-destribats-coo-emea-americas-kempinski/ Thu, 01 May 2025 23:53:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dr.-amr-homoud-almari-deputy-ceo-operations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dr.-amr-homoud-almari-deputy-ceo-operations/ Thu, 01 May 2025 22:53:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dr-amr-homoud-almari-deputy-ceo-operations2/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dr-amr-homoud-almari-deputy-ceo-operations2/ Thu, 01 May 2025 22:50:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-kaizad-postwalla-head-int-sales-air-india/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-kaizad-postwalla-head-int-sales-air-india/ Thu, 01 May 2025 21:53:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-m-bassam-adam-ceo-lets-go-maldives/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-m-bassam-adam-ceo-lets-go-maldives/ Thu, 01 May 2025 21:13:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-aiden-dempsey-gm-ritz-carlton-rak-al-wadi-desert-resort/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-aiden-dempsey-gm-ritz-carlton-rak-al-wadi-desert-resort/ Thu, 01 May 2025 21:03:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dave-goodger-tourism-md-economics-oxford-economics/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dave-goodger-tourism-md-economics-oxford-economics/ Thu, 01 May 2025 20:53:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-alex-rayner-exec-board-member-pata/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-alex-rayner-exec-board-member-pata/ Thu, 01 May 2025 20:53:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-waheed-al-bulushi-reg-manager-int-sales-salam-air/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-waheed-al-bulushi-reg-manager-int-sales-salam-air/ Thu, 01 May 2025 20:53:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-maha-naseer-board-member-mmprc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-maha-naseer-board-member-mmprc/ Thu, 01 May 2025 19:53:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ed-bartlett-minister-tourism-jamaica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ed-bartlett-minister-tourism-jamaica/ Thu, 01 May 2025 19:15:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-suman-pandey-tourism-leader/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-suman-pandey-tourism-leader/ Thu, 01 May 2025 19:13:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-abdulaziz-al-mahrizi-md-abundance-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-abdulaziz-al-mahrizi-md-abundance-tourism/ Thu, 01 May 2025 19:00:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-hicham-mchater-gmr-biltmore-hotel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-hicham-mchater-gmr-biltmore-hotel/ Thu, 01 May 2025 18:50:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ahmed-abdraboh-dir-sales-marketing-al-raha-beach-resort/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ahmed-abdraboh-dir-sales-marketing-al-raha-beach-resort/ Thu, 01 May 2025 18:35:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-nicky-ussamarn-cco-dida/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-nicky-ussamarn-cco-dida/ Thu, 01 May 2025 18:21:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dr-buthaina-al-janahi-media-relations-visit-qatar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dr-buthaina-al-janahi-media-relations-visit-qatar/ Thu, 01 May 2025 18:15:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-reema-al-mokhtar-coms-dir-red-sea-global/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-reema-al-mokhtar-coms-dir-red-sea-global/ Thu, 01 May 2025 17:55:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-marloes-knippenberg-ceo-kerten-hospitality/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-marloes-knippenberg-ceo-kerten-hospitality/ Thu, 01 May 2025 17:31:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-chris-ezekiel-ceo-founder-creative-virtual/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-chris-ezekiel-ceo-founder-creative-virtual/ Thu, 01 May 2025 15:52:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2025-sets-a-new-benchmark-with-over-55000-attendees-marking-16-year-on/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2025-sets-a-new-benchmark-with-over-55000-attendees-marking-16-year-on/ Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the leading global event for the travel and tourism sector, has welcomed more than 55,000 industry professionals from 166 countries, representing a 16% increase on last year’s edition. The event has showcased over 2,800 exhibiting companies, with 19% from the Middle East and 81% from the rest of the world. Thu, 01 May 2025 15:21:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/club-escapade-the-2025-winner-of-the-atm-start-up-pitch-battle/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/club-escapade-the-2025-winner-of-the-atm-start-up-pitch-battle/ Club Escapade has won the 2025 edition of the ATM Start-up Pitch Battle, which was held in association with Intelak, overcoming stiff competition from some of the region’s leading travel innovators and disruptors. This year’s competition received entries from 40 travel start-ups, including finalists ChatDMC, Penguinpass, SparkleHaze (Woohoo), TravStack, and WROXAI Thu, 01 May 2025 15:18:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-tourism-authority-and-accor-launch-bold-new-collaboration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-tourism-authority-and-accor-launch-bold-new-collaboration/ The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) and Accor, a world-leading hospitality group,  announced the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at Arabian Travel Market 2025, marking a strategic partnership that will build on Saudi’s emergence as a global tourism powerhouse. This collaboration aligns with Saudi Vision 2030’s goals, aiming to enhance international demand, grow brand visibility, and drive hotel bookings and loyalty across the country’s expanding hospitality landscape. Thu, 01 May 2025 15:16:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/story-hospitality-and-urbnlanes-sign-strategic-partnership-agreement-to-ele/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/story-hospitality-and-urbnlanes-sign-strategic-partnership-agreement-to-ele/ A landmark partnership agreement between Kuwaiti real estate giant Urbnlanes and UAE-based STORY Hospitality, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Capital Group, sees STORY Hospitality appointed as the exclusive operator and manager of the hospitality component within Urbnlanes’ flagship project, Noi Residence in New Cairo. Thu, 01 May 2025 15:11:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sea-and-air-travel-take-centre-stage-at-atm-2025-as-passenger-numbers-surge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/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. Thu, 01 May 2025 15:08:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alula-development-company-unveils-the-design-concept-of-numaj-by-the-autogr/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alula-development-company-unveils-the-design-concept-of-numaj-by-the-autogr/ AlUla Development Company (UDC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, announces further details about the Autograph Collection Hotel project, which it is developing and will be operated by Marriott International. The announcement reveals the design concept for the hotel, NUMAJ: A Tapestry of the Land along with innovative sustainability practices targeting LEED Gold certification. Thu, 01 May 2025 15:06:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-koert-grasveld-vp-payments-terrapay/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-koert-grasveld-vp-payments-terrapay/ Thu, 01 May 2025 13:50:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-fabrice-ducry-gm-hotel-diriyah/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-fabrice-ducry-gm-hotel-diriyah/ Thu, 01 May 2025 13:15:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-stefan-magiera-coo-flynas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-stefan-magiera-coo-flynas/ Thu, 01 May 2025 13:00:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-naif-awlia-tourism-engagement-dir-diriyah-company/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-naif-awlia-tourism-engagement-dir-diriyah-company/ Thu, 01 May 2025 12:45:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dane-cheng-exec-dir-hktb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dane-cheng-exec-dir-hktb/ Thu, 01 May 2025 12:25:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-maeen-alzhufi-specialist-alula-guide/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-maeen-alzhufi-specialist-alula-guide/ Thu, 01 May 2025 12:15:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-abdulrahman-murshid-tourism-development-al-baha-saudi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-abdulrahman-murshid-tourism-development-al-baha-saudi/ Thu, 01 May 2025 11:55:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-simon-coombs-president-ceo-shaza-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-simon-coombs-president-ceo-shaza-hotels/ Thu, 01 May 2025 11:36:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-david-rossi-head-of-marketing-zamna-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-david-rossi-head-of-marketing-zamna-group/ Thu, 01 May 2025 11:35:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-donovan-white-dir-tourism-jamaica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-donovan-white-dir-tourism-jamaica/ Thu, 01 May 2025 08:53:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ruba-alrabiah-manager-alula/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ruba-alrabiah-manager-alula/ Thu, 01 May 2025 07:49:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-amit-arora-ceo-arada/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-amit-arora-ceo-arada/ Thu, 01 May 2025 07:42:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-champions-tourism-resilience-through-global-collaboration-at-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-champions-tourism-resilience-through-global-collaboration-at-arabia/ Hon, Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism for Jamaica, has highlighted the importance of innovative global collaboration in strengthening tourism resilience during a high-level roundtable discussion put on by the Global Travel & Tourism Resilience Council at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai. Thu, 01 May 2025 06:47:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-jan-tissera-president-int-amadeus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-jan-tissera-president-int-amadeus/ Thu, 01 May 2025 06:36:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-siegfried-nierhaus-vp-head-of-dev-h-world-int/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-siegfried-nierhaus-vp-head-of-dev-h-world-int/ Thu, 01 May 2025 06:22:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-shafiq-nasiruddin-gm-mannai-travel-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-shafiq-nasiruddin-gm-mannai-travel-group/ Thu, 01 May 2025 06:02:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-omar-al-ali-chief-executive-officer-nirvana-travel-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-omar-al-ali-chief-executive-officer-nirvana-travel-tourism/ Thu, 01 May 2025 05:42:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-hakan-kaynakci-regional-director-of-sales-and-marketing-rixos-hote/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-hakan-kaynakci-regional-director-of-sales-and-marketing-rixos-hote/ Thu, 01 May 2025 01:02:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ammar-samad-gm-zulal-wellness-resort/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ammar-samad-gm-zulal-wellness-resort/ Thu, 01 May 2025 00:02:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-josy-karabolad-global-sales-marketing-round-hill/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-josy-karabolad-global-sales-marketing-round-hill/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:02:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-abdullah-yousef-dir-int-ops-abu-dhabi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-abdullah-yousef-dir-int-ops-abu-dhabi/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:02:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-franco-cuccureddu-regional-councillor-for-tourism-sardinia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-franco-cuccureddu-regional-councillor-for-tourism-sardinia/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:44:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-melanie-de-souza-exe-dir-marketing-alula/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-melanie-de-souza-exe-dir-marketing-alula/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:44:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-mashhoor-baeshen-commercial-dev-cruise-saudi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-mashhoor-baeshen-commercial-dev-cruise-saudi/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:14:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-anand-tripathi-additional-director-tourism-rajasthan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-anand-tripathi-additional-director-tourism-rajasthan/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:54:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-hoor-alkhaja-int-operations-dubai-economy-and-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-hoor-alkhaja-int-operations-dubai-economy-and-tourism/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:47:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-muin-serhan-ceo-amsa-hospitality1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-muin-serhan-ceo-amsa-hospitality1/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:56:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-receives-tourism-delegation-from-jamaica-at-atm-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-receives-tourism-delegation-from-jamaica-at-atm-2025/ At Arabian Travel Market 2025, Emirates today received a delegation from Jamaica’s Ministry of Tourism. The delegation met with His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline & Group in the presence of Adnan Kazim, Emirates Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer. The Jamaican delegation was led by The Honourable Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism, Jamaica to discuss ways to support the island’s tourism industry. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:35:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-and-china-eastern-airlines-celebrate-start-of-joint-venture/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-and-china-eastern-airlines-celebrate-start-of-joint-venture/ Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and China Eastern Airlines have officially launched their landmark Joint Venture (JV) during a ceremony held at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai this week. The launch follows the successful arrival of China Eastern’s inaugural MU237 flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi on 28 April, which was celebrated with a welcome ceremony at Zayed International Airport. The service starts with four weekly frequencies and will increase to a daily frequency starting 12 September 2025, further boosting connectivity between the UAE and China. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:33:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/makarem-launches-its-new-identity-at-the-arabian-travel-market-2025-forum/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/makarem-launches-its-new-identity-at-the-arabian-travel-market-2025-forum/ Taiba Investments will launch the new identity of its home-grown hospitality brand, Makarem, at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, during its participation in the forum taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from April 28 to May 1. Taiba Investments, the leading Saudi company in the hospitality sector, aims to showcase the evolution of Makarem Hotels, one of the Kingdom’s most prominent hospitality brands. The brand’s renewed vision blends heritage and innovation Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:31:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/middle-east-tourism-destinations-respond-to-climate-perception-and-evolving/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/middle-east-tourism-destinations-respond-to-climate-perception-and-evolving/ The global travel landscape is increasingly complex, influenced by climate change, environmental concerns, and changing traveller expectations. In the Middle East, destinations are proactively adapting their tourism strategies to tackle these challenges by focusing on resilience, innovation, and long-term value. The region is addressing issues such as extreme weather, shifting consumer behaviours, and geopolitical pressures with agility and ambition. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:28:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/research-unveiled-at-arabian-travel-market-outlines-leading-travel-trends-a/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/research-unveiled-at-arabian-travel-market-outlines-leading-travel-trends-a/ Exclusive research unveiled at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) this week has highlighted key travel trends across the Middle East region. On the second day of ATM yesterday, Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, revealed insights from the ‘ATM Trends Report: Leisure, Luxury and MICE – Leading Trends for the Middle East’. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:26:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-land-inspires-at-atm-2025-with-a-thrilling-lineup-for-the-summer-seas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-land-inspires-at-atm-2025-with-a-thrilling-lineup-for-the-summer-seas/ The immersive “Saudi Land” pavilion at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, showcases the vibrancy and variety of the country’s ever-expanding tourism offering. From the lush peaks of Aseer to the blooming corals of the Saudi Red Sea, pristine beaches and thrumming cities, Saudi offers unique experiences for all. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:23:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-malaysia-highlights-visit-malaysia-year-2026-campaign-at-arabian-tr/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-malaysia-highlights-visit-malaysia-year-2026-campaign-at-arabian-tr/ The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia, through its agency Tourism Malaysia is once again participating in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) to target more tourists from West Asia. Tourism Malaysia also launched VM2026 latest video which highlights surreal experiences in Malaysia. The travel exhibition runs from 28th April to 1st May. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:17:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-signs-memorandum-of-cooperation-with-the-tourism-authority-o/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-signs-memorandum-of-cooperation-with-the-tourism-authority-o/ Etihad Airways signs a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to strengthen the relationship between the Kingdom of Thailand and the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, at Arabian Travel Market 2025. The agreement aims to promote tourism to Thailand through Etihad’s extensive global network. Aligning with Etihad’s mission to deliver extraordinary travel experiences, the MoC will see both organisations advocating high-quality travel experiences in Thailand through collaborative activities and promotion. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:12:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-next-big-step-to-attract-high-value-tourists-to-the-gcc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-next-big-step-to-attract-high-value-tourists-to-the-gcc/ The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) tourism sector is undergoing a transformation fuelled by infrastructure investment and experience-led development, as revealed in the Connecting Travel Insights Report 2025. Powered by Mabrian, the global travel intelligence platform, the report identifies critical growth opportunities for the region—including leveraging air connectivity, refining guest experiences, and tapping into high-potential segments like bleisure and younger travellers. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:10:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-nadia-verjee-expo-city-dubai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-nadia-verjee-expo-city-dubai/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:54:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-mario-moretti-manager-inflight-product-etihad/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-mario-moretti-manager-inflight-product-etihad/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:34:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-alina-abramovich-director-of-marketing-erth-abu-dhabi1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-alina-abramovich-director-of-marketing-erth-abu-dhabi1/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 11:43:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-alina-abramovich-director-of-marketing-erth-abu-dhabi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-alina-abramovich-director-of-marketing-erth-abu-dhabi/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 11:41:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-noor-ahmad-hamid-ceo-pacific-asia-travel-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-noor-ahmad-hamid-ceo-pacific-asia-travel-association/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:43:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dimitris-manikis-president-emea-wyndham-hotels-resorts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dimitris-manikis-president-emea-wyndham-hotels-resorts/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:32:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-saad-al-ghamdi-multi-property-gm-marriott/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-saad-al-ghamdi-multi-property-gm-marriott/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 08:44:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/arabian-travel-market-promo-day-3/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/arabian-travel-market-promo-day-3/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 08:40:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-hon.-edmund-bartlett-minister-of-tourism-jamaica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-hon.-edmund-bartlett-minister-of-tourism-jamaica/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 07:47:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-marwan-almulla-gm-dollar-rent-a-car/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-marwan-almulla-gm-dollar-rent-a-car/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 07:21:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-salim-bin-mohammed-al-mahrouqi-minister-oman/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-salim-bin-mohammed-al-mahrouqi-minister-oman/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 07:15:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-stefan-magiera-cco-flynas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-stefan-magiera-cco-flynas/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:41:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-kerry-healy-coo-accor/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-kerry-healy-coo-accor/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:31:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/miral-announces-record-breaking-visitation-on-yas-island-and-saadiyat-islan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/miral-announces-record-breaking-visitation-on-yas-island-and-saadiyat-islan/ Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, announced remarkable achievements in visitation numbers in 2024 across Yas Island and Saadiyat Island, experiencing significant growth while setting new records. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:31:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-strengthens-collaboration-with-tourist-boards/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-strengthens-collaboration-with-tourist-boards/ Emirates has signed another seven Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) on the side-lines of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) with the tourism boards and ministries of Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Seychelles, Bahamas, Warsaw and Nigeria to bolster visitor arrivals and boost the appeal of each destination. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:16:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-skywards-introduces-classic-rewards-on-flydubai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-skywards-introduces-classic-rewards-on-flydubai/ Emirates Skywards has announced members can now redeem Skywards Miles for Classic Rewards on all flydubai flights, across all cabins, starting from 5,000 Miles. Since 2018, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai has offered customers one loyalty currency, fantastic benefits, and now, the opportunity for members to enjoy Classic Rewards on both carriers. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:05:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ahmed-senior-cabin-attendant-saudia-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ahmed-senior-cabin-attendant-saudia-airlines/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:01:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-of-tourism-announces-major-push-for-visa-facilitation-for-gcc-visi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minister-of-tourism-announces-major-push-for-visa-facilitation-for-gcc-visi/ Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, yesterday announced a major push to streamline visa procedures for visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, aiming to boost tourism and strengthen economic ties. The new measures will focus on simplifying visa application processes for visitors from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:44:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-alaa-alfarran-marketing-al-khozama-management-company/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-alaa-alfarran-marketing-al-khozama-management-company/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:13:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-riad-el-taweel-coo-co-founder-travelyalla.com/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-riad-el-taweel-coo-co-founder-travelyalla.com/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 03:49:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-mervin-ho-vice-president-spring-city-golf-lake-resort/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-mervin-ho-vice-president-spring-city-golf-lake-resort/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 03:39:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-abdulla-ghiyas-riyaz-chairperson-maldives/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-abdulla-ghiyas-riyaz-chairperson-maldives/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 03:29:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-muin-serhan-ceo-amsa-hospitality/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-muin-serhan-ceo-amsa-hospitality/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 02:55:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-anna-zhukov-md-destinations-of-the-world-news/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-anna-zhukov-md-destinations-of-the-world-news/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 02:40:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-david-thomson-svp-of-development-the-first-group-hospitality/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-david-thomson-svp-of-development-the-first-group-hospitality/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 02:24:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ibrahim-shiuree-ceo-md-mmprc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-ibrahim-shiuree-ceo-md-mmprc/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 02:05:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-rohan-a.-khaunte-minister-for-tourism-goa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-rohan-a.-khaunte-minister-for-tourism-goa/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 01:45:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-prachi-shetty-exec-director-fortune-group-of-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-prachi-shetty-exec-director-fortune-group-of-hotels/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 01:30:22 +0000