The release of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) 2025 Annual Report marks a defining moment in the emirate’s strategic evolution as a global destination. The figures tell a compelling story—not just of growth, but of maturation across both tourism and cultural sectors, reflecting a deliberate shift toward sustainable, […]

SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the World’s Largest Indoor Marine Life Theme Park, welcomes this year’s blossoming spring season with SeaBloom Celebration in its second edition, running until April 26. Guests can enjoy a new live show, marine life-themed sand art sculptures, stimulating educational challenges and exclusive meet and greets with SeaWorld Abu Dhabi’s characters, […]

In a world driven by relentless pace and constant pressure, many of today’s wellness travelers are seeking more than a momentary escape and are demanding experiences that deliver lasting, measurable impact. Miraval Resorts & Spas, a pioneer in the destination wellness space for over 30 years has revealed results from a groundbreaking third-party research study […]

The global tourism industry has evolved far beyond the search for holiday destinations; it is now a massive economy shaped by technology, sustainability, and strategic partnerships. At the heart of this economic momentum, Istanbul is preparing to host one of the sector’s most prestigious gatherings: the Istanbul Tourism Fair (ITF). Scheduled for September 24-25, 2026, […]

Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the region’s leading waterpark, has officially unveiled its newest expansion today, introducing an unmissable collection of 11 new slides and attractions that take aquatic adventure to new heights. Building on the park’s immersive ‘Lost City’ theming – an extension of The Legend of The Lost Pearl – the new […]

The Global Resilience Network (GRN) has announced the launch of its flagship Future-Proofing Series executive mission to China, securing unprecedented direct access to Alibaba’s headquarters and core digital ecosystem, with an invitation-only executive AI immersion programme for senior travel leaders. The programme marks the first time Alibaba has opened its headquarters and senior leadership to […]

Siena Restaurant Dubai opens Tuesday, April 7, 2026 in DIFC at Gate Village 7. The project brings together Mehdi Abdelhedi, founder of Siena in Paris, and Rizwan Kassim, CEO of Paris Society, who joins as a partner for its Dubai chapter. “In a time that calls for a more considered pace, the opening of Siena […]

The Maldives is set to step onto the global stage as a new hub for the creator economy with the launch of the World Creator Summit 2026 and the World Creator Awards 2026, powered by Creatoll.

Regenerative travel is shaping the future of tourism, and at Las Torres Patagonia more than 30 years of family-led stewardship have shaped every aspect of this estancia experience in Chilean Patagonia. From inviting guests to share the heritage and traditions of Baqueano cowboy culture and sample their multifaceted zero-waste mixology program, to their long-term conservation, […]

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises & Tours have launched a new trade incentive, offering travel agents the chance to win a sight-seeing helicopter tour. Running until April 9, 2026, the prize will see one lucky agent awarded a helicopter tour over London, to coincide with the arrival of the 228-guest Scenic Eclipse […]