Gulf Expansion

A new airline route inaugurated this week connects Doha, Bogota and Caracas, marking a breakthrough in air links between the Persian Gulf region and South America

Private beach, six pools, three spas and six hotels with different designs: IHG is uniting the Yas Plaza Hotels complex on Yas Island under the Vignette Collection brand, making it the brand's largest complex in the world

Etihad Airways has launched four weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Calgary, opening a new direct link between western Canada and the UAE plus other destinations in the Gulf, Asia, India and Africa

Hurricane Isaias is expected to strengthen before reaching the northern Gulf Coast Friday, bringing storm surge, hurricane-force winds and heavy rain

Naples Grande Beach Resort will reopen as Signia Hilton Naples Grande in January 2027 after a major renovation of the 474-room Florida Gulf Coast resort

An earthquake measuring 5.5-5.6 on the Richter scale struck the Gulf of Suez region last night and was also felt in Israel

Tropical Storm Elida has strengthened in the Eastern Pacific, while forecasters are watching a developing weather system near the southeastern United States

Prague Airport has issued an update to travelers after EASA published new guidance for airlines operating in parts of the Middle East

Greek researchers have published initial data on changes in vacationer behavior patterns following global security tensions data, signaling stability in the Greek tourism market

Dubai signals steady air connectivity: Despite regional tensions, DXB says dozens of airlines continue operating regular flights across the Gulf, Asia, Africa and the Middle East

Starting June 15, 2025: A new daily route will operate between Addis Ababa and Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. Concurrently, the airline will also launch a route to Sharjah – a culturally significant emirate – as part of a strategic expansion in the Gulf