ATM unveils groundbreaking 2026 conference programme, setting a new benchmark for strategic insight across global travel a...

ATM unveils groundbreaking 2026 conference programme, setting a new benchmark for strategic insight across global travel and tourism

The Global Stage, Future Stage and newly rebranded Experience Stage to deliver industry-led intelligence, innovation and inclusive growth, reinforcing Arabian Travel Market as the place to learn from and shape the future of travel Leading global market research and insight companies, including Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, Euromonitor, GSIQ, Dragon Trail, Videc, Women in Travel CIC, and ICCA, to lead discussions ATM will take place from 4-7 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 7 January 2026: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has unveiled its extensive conference programme for ATM 2026, outl

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Emirates flags busy week of travel from Jan 2 – Jan 5 - emirates flags

Emirates flags busy week of travel from Jan 2 – Jan 5

Dubai, UAE, 31 December 2025: Emirates is advising all customers of a significant travel peak in the first week of January, with high numbers of departures and arrivals expected from 2 – 5 Jan. Emirates strongly recommends that customers arrive to the airport 4 hours ahead of departure, preparing for the likelihood of additional traffic on the way to the airport, busier carparks, and a bustling airport. Emirates recommendations for the busy travel week ahead 1. Take advantage of remote check in options; Emirates City Check In and Travel Store in DIFC – Save time at the airport and check in at Emirates City Check In and Travel S

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Dubai Customs announces readiness to welcome arrivals and returnees during the New Year holidays - dubai customs

Dubai Customs announces readiness to welcome arrivals and returnees during the New Year holidays

Dubai – 22 December 2025: Dubai Customs has announced that it has completed its comprehensive preparations to receive the increasing number of arrivals to the emirate of Dubai for the New Year holidays, as well as to facilitate the return of citizens and residents after the New Year holidays, as part of an integrated plan aimed at ensuring the highest levels of streamlining and flexibility at all air ports, led by Dubai International Airport. Dubai Customs confirmed that it has developed proactive operational plans in line with the seasonal increase in travel traffic, in full coordination with its strategic partners in the airport ecosyste

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What Most Travelers Get Wrong About Travel Visas (And How to Avoid Costly Mistakes) - what most

What Most Travelers Get Wrong About Travel Visas (And How to Avoid Costly Mistakes)

For many travelers, the most stressful part of planning an international trip isn’t booking flights or choosing hotels, it’s dealing with visas. Despite being a critical requirement, visas are often misunderstood, underestimated, or left until the last minute. Travel professionals who regularly assist international travelers, such as the team at Jashan Tourism, a Dubai-based travel consultancy, frequently see trips disrupted not because of travel itself, but due to avoidable visa-related mistakes. Here’s what travelers around the world commonly get wrong, and how to avoid it. 1. Assuming a Visa Is “Easy” Because Others

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Explora Journeys and Hilton announce Luxury Ocean Travel partnership with debut of Hilton Honors Adventures - explora jour...

Explora Journeys and Hilton announce Luxury Ocean Travel partnership with debut of Hilton Honors Adventures

This partnership invites Hilton Honors members to enjoy Explora Journeys’ modern vision of ultra elegant ocean travel defined by spacious suites, curated dining, and transformative Journeys. Explora Journeys is the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group with two ships currently sailing and a fleet of six ships by 2028. By summer 2026, Hilton Honors members will be able to earn and redeem Points on luxury ocean travel experiences through a new partnership with Explora Journeys. Limited-time preview offer gives Hilton Honors members the opportunity to book Explora Journeys with exclusive benefits that reflect the spirit of this new

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