Middle East News

MSC will cancel or adjust its programmes to steer clear of unrest in the Middle East.

MSC navigates clear of Red Sea trouble spotsMSC Orchestra’s winter programme cancelled amid safety fears.

Booking.com reveals that 78% of people feel more alive when they travel.

7 types of travellers you will meet in 2024People are embracing a new way of life where travel becomes integral, no longer just an escape.

Travel advisors are arranging private charter flights to fly individuals out of Israel, funded by donations.

Travel advisors step in to evacuate people out of IsraelAmid rising tensions, travel advisors tap resources and social influence to get people out of the conflict zone.

11-year-old Humza Dabab, an autistic superfan of Emirates, experienced a VIP journey with tailored support.

Emirates flies the extra mile for neurodivergent travellersNeurodivergent passengers can enjoy complimentary seat selection and priority boarding, amongst other supportive initiatives.

Spanning over 742,000sqm, Abu Dhabi International Airport's Terminal A will be able to welcome 45 million passengers every year.

A new mega terminal is coming to Abu DhabiOpening on 1 November, Abu Dhabi’s Terminal A features a massive shopping area and a full biometric checkpoint system.

Singapore's Changi International Airport has climbed two positions in the rankings.

Revealed: The world’s 20 busiest airportsAs people return to flying, there are substantial ranking changes among the world’s busiest airports.

Tourism stakeholders across Morocco are encouraging visitors not to cancel trips to the destination, insisting most of the country was unaffected by the 8 September earthquake.

Should travellers be visiting Morocco now? Agents say yesTourism officials urge tourists to visit Morocco to support its recovery.

Dubai recorded 41.6 million guests in H1 2023, surpassing pre-pandemic levels.

A hot Dubai becomes even hotterIt’s boom times for Dubai, as the emirate looks to get more visitors, air links and passport-free travel.

Pure Life Experiences, the annual hosted-buyer show slated to take place 10-13 September 2023 in Marrakesh, Morocco, was cancelled in the wake of the devastating earthquake that hit outside the city Friday night.

Pure modifies show for Morocco earthquake aidPure founder Serge Dive urges attendees in Marrakesh to join community-driven relief effort at Palais Namaskar.

Abu Dhabi’s goal is to foster a more welcoming environment for tourists.

Abu Dhabi lowers fees for hotels and restaurantsWith an aim to hit 24 million visitors in 2023, Abu Dhabi has slashed hotel and restaurant fees from 1 September.