Atlantis, The Palm, one of the United Arab Emirates’ most iconic and luxurious resorts, has selected Yardi® to manage its expanding retail portfolio. The resort is a premier dining and entertainment destination and is home to Aquaventure World, the world’s largest waterpark. This partnership reflects the resort’s continued investment in advanced technology to elevate its retail leasing capabilities and commercial management operations.

At its 25th Global Summit in Rome today, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) launched its latest report, revealing that Europe remains the beating heart of international tourism, with five of the world’s top 10 most powerful Travel & Tourism markets by GDP.  The return of the WTTC Global Summit to Europe, for the first time since the pandemic reflects the region’s enduring global leadership.  Italy’s position as a G7 nation and as host of this year’s Global Summit further underlines its leadership role, building on hosting last year’s first-ever G7 Tourism Ministers’ Meeting. 

From Chinese-inspired dining and cultural showcases to a Brew Me Tea collaboration, Umana Bali celebrates Golden Week with experiences crafted for reunion and renewal. This October, Umana Bali, LXR Hotels & Resorts, invites guests to celebrate Golden Week with a curated program of stays, dining, and wellness rituals on the limestone cliffs of Ungasan. From 1 to 8 October, the clifftop resort honors the season of reunion with experiences designed for connection and celebration. At the heart of the celebration is the Golden Week Getaway, offering stays of two nights or more with up to 15% savings and a daily resort credit of IDR 1,500,000. Each villa features a private pool and panoramic ocean views, creating a sanctuary for rest and reconnection.

Burnt-Out Brits Can Now Reset Like Celebrities – Regnum Hotels Launches Ground-breaking Longevity Therapies on the Turkish Riviera With stress and sleeplessness now reaching crisis levels in the UK – with 1 in 3 Britons struggling with insomnia or chronic burnout – a surprising new wellness destination is offering relief: Turkey’s ultra-luxury Regnum Hotels. Beloved by celebrities, athletes, and royalty – including Jennifer Lopez, Dua Lipa, Tom Jones, and international football stars – Regnum has unveiled Revive Wellbeing Longevity, a first-of-its-kind programme bringing the cutting-edge therapies trusted by the world’s elite to UK travellers seeking balance, vitality, and renewal.

Etihad Airways today celebrated its inaugural flight to Peshawar (PEW), expanding its network in Pakistan and providing convenient access for travellers from Pakistan to the UAE, GCC and across Etihad’s wider network. The new direct service connects Abu Dhabi to Peshawar, the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, a city renowned for its rich history, cultural heritage, and role as a gateway to trade and tourism. The route is expected to serve strong demand from the more than 1.5 million Pakistanis living and working in the UAE, while also enhancing two-way travel for trade, business and leisure.

World Aviation Festival (WAF), one of the industry’s leading global gatherings for airlines, airports, and travel technology, has announced the five finalists for its highly anticipated Start-up Pitch Competition.  The live final will take place on 7th October at 15:50 on the main stage at the FIL Lisbon conference centre. The competition, a highlight of the Festival’s Start-up Village initiative, provides a platform for early-stage disruptors to showcase their innovations to more than 4,500 senior executives from across aviation and travel.  Each finalist will pitch their solution to a panel of industry leaders and investors, competing for recognition as one of aviation’s most promising new ventures.