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Minor Hotels announces a series of openings and refurbishments scheduled for 2026 across its portfolio of brands, highlighting growth in Asia‑Pacific, the Middle East, Africa and Europe.

On 30 September 2025, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), together with Omran, released the 2025 Environmental & Social Research (ESR). The report shows that the sector has already exceeded its pre‑pandemic economic level, yet its carbon footprint is still lower than in 2019.

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Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara announces the return of its Al Baleed Culinary Festival, a month‑long programme of gastronomic events scheduled for November 2025. The edition expands on previous editions by pairing the resort’s own culinary team with internationally acclaimed chefs from three‑Michelin‑starred restaurants.

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Minor Hotels, the international hospitality group that operates more than 560 properties worldwide, has announced that Cristian Nannucci will serve as General Manager of the forthcoming Tivoli La Vie Muscat Hotel, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2026.

With over three decades of experience in luxury hotel management across Asia, Europe and the Middle East, Nannucci has previously

Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort in Oman will host its fourth Olive Harvest Festival from 24 to 28 September 2025. Situated on the “Green Mountain”, the five‑day celebration highlights the olive harvest through a mix of hands‑on activities, culinary showcases and cultural storytelling.

Theme: “From Tree to Table – A Journey Through Olive Heritage”. Guests can participate in olive

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced two additional new destinations to further expand its global network. The airline will add seasonal flights to Krakow, Poland, and Salalah, Oman, in the summer of 2026. These new routes offer guests more opportunities to discover unique cities across Europe and the Middle East.

Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive

Oman Air to Launch Direct Flights Between Muscat and Amsterdam Starting July 1, Expanding Global Connectivity

Oman Air is set to launch a direct flight service between Muscat, Oman, and Amsterdam, the Netherlands, beginning on July 1, 2025. The announcement of this new route was made during a signing ceremony attended by key executives, including Con Korfiatis, the Chief Executive

Berlin, Germany, 9 March, 2025: The National Travel Operator – Visit Oman and Expedia Group, one of the world’s largest travel technology companies, have signed an agreement at the world’s leading travel trade show, ITB Berlin.

This collaboration includes integrating local tours and activities providers onto Expedia Group’s platform using API technology and creating a global digital marketing

When it comes to travel, the Arab world is often associated with majestic deserts, ancient cities, and warm hospitality. However, many of its incredible destinations remain underexplored. Today, we invite you to discover a few hidden gems in the Arab world that are worth visiting. For more insights and updates on travel opportunities in the region, check out the World Arabia news portal.

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Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort announces the return of the highly anticipated Al Jabal Al Akhdar Olive Harvest Festival from 26 to 28 September 2024. The third celebration of the region's bountiful olive harvest promises an unforgettable experience, including storytelling, olive oil pressing, fun competitions, children's activities and cooking demonstrations led by renowned chefs Martin Aristondo