Americana has notified ADX that it was in talks with the target company after an unconfirmed report of negotiations appeared last week
Travel & Hospitality
India
US issues major travel advisory to India citing ‘crime’ and ‘terrorism’
The US State Department identified potential targets as tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets and shopping malls, and government facilities in its travel advisory
GCC
GCC tourism spending projected to hit $223.7 bn by 2034
GCC countries have recorded progress across multiple tourism indicators
Cairo
UAE summer 2025: London, Rome, Cairo, Tokyo among popular choices for families
Families from the UAE are seeking destinations that offer educational value alongside traditional holiday experiences
UAE holidays 2025
UAE flight suspension updates; 4-day work week in Dubai; Public holiday dates announced; New Saudi dining rules, Piers Morgan interview ā 10 things you missed this week
Flight suspensions, a new 4-day work week in Dubai, Saudi Arabiaās dining rule changes, Hijri New Year holidays, and major real estate moves ā here are 10 big UAE and Gulf news stories you may have missed this week
Airlines
Revealed: Skytrax names world’s best airlines for 2025
Skytrax reveals 2025 World Airline Award winners with a Middle East national carrier taking top prize
Saudi Tourism
Saudi Summer 2025 tourism campaign targets $19.5bn spend and 41million visitors
Saudi Tourism Authority launches Saudi Summer 2025 with āColour Your Summerā campaign targeting 41 million visitors
luxury wellness
Inside Thailand’s wellness boom: A magnet for Middle East luxury travellers
Thailandās government has played a crucial role in fostering the wellness tourism industry through targeted policies and strategic investments
Air Arabia
UAE airline flight suspensions: flydubai, Etihad, Air Arabia and Emirates travel update
Latest news on UAE flight suspensions and cancellations from Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia and Emirates
Bulgari
Abu Dhabi real estate: Bvlgari to open ultra-luxury resort and mansions on private island by 2030
Bvlgari unveils new luxury resort and mansions on private island in Abu Dhabi, opening in 2030
F&B business
In pictures: Dubai’s Shanghai Me announces new London venue at historic Hilton rooftop
Fundamental Hospitality brings its third ‘Made in Dubai’ concept to historic London Hilton rooftop, continuing international growth strategy
Federal Authority for Identity Citizenship Customs and Ports Security
UAE waives visa fines for Iranians
UAE authority exempts citizens of Iran from visa overstay fines
Aviation
Riyadh Air announces Blacklane chauffer service for passengers in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh Air and Blacklane team up to offer chauffer service for Business Elite and Business Class passengers
Air Arabia
UAE airline flight suspension update: Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia and Emirates travel latest
The latest updates on UAE flight suspensions and cancellations from Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia and Emirates
Eagle Hills
Abu Dhabiās Eagle Hills to join $215m renovation of iconic Venice hotel
Abu Dhabi real estate and hospitality company Eagle Hills to invest in major renovation of historic and iconic hotel in Venice, Italy
Air Arabia
UAE airline flight cancellations extended: Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia announce MORE suspensions
Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia announce further suspensions and cancellations of flights to and from UAE
GCC airlines
GCC flights cancelled: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman announce suspensions amid rising tensions
Airlines and airports in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman suspended some flights to and from UAE