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Why Rotana CEO says AI won’t replace hotel staff

Rotana kept its teams intact through the conflict as UAE hotels rebuild demand

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Philip Barnes, CEO of Rotana, says the group is planning for growth with about 40 hotels in its pipeline across markets including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Africa and the CIS.

ATM 2026: UAE travel faces challenges, ambition holds

From aviation recovery to DWC and AI, ATM 2026 offered clues to travel’s next phase

Arabian Travel Market 2026 brought together aviation and tourism leaders as the UAE presses ahead with ambitious growth plans despite ongoing travel disruptions and market challenges.

GCC tourism sector adapts as travel demand returns

The region must tell a stronger story, adapt to demand, keep investing in experiences

Round table on selling the GCC with confidence during the third day of ATM 2026

Sharjah tourism set for faster growth with new projects

Culture remains at the heart of Sharjah’s tourism strategy as it develops new experiences

Sharjah pavilion at the 33rd edition of the Arabian Travel Market held in Dubai World Trade Centre

Why connectivity is key to bringing travellers back

Industry leaders urge stronger airline-government ties, better connectivity, smarter data

High-level debate on connectivity post-conflict during the second day of ATM 2026

Dubai tourism eyes sustained growth beyond recovery

Diverse source markets, connectivity, accessibility will underpin the next phase of growth

The 33rd edition of the Arabian Travel Market held in Dubai World Trade Centre

How Dubai Police are keeping millions of tourists safe

ATM 2026 showcase highlights tourist support, mountain rescue and cyber safety tools

Dubai Police showcase smart services designed for tourists at ATM

See Dubai Police adds new supercar to fleet

800hp Ferrari joins Dubai Police fleet in fifth Mansory collaboration

Dubai Police unveils its new 800hp Mansory Ferrari 812 patrol car.

Etihad’s new A330 cabins reveal a major premium push

Etihad will add 15 new A330s from 2027 as it expands First and upgrades cabins

The new Etihad A330 First suite features a closing door, 32-inch screen, wireless charging and dedicated personal storage.

Etihad’s big worry as UAE flights fill up: Jet fuel

Etihad says flights are full as it expands, but fuel prices could pressure fares next year

Etihad CEO Antonoaldo Neves said the airline’s strong demand is not keeping him awake, with load factors reaching 92 per cent last month. “My flights are full, full, full,” he said.

New Arabian Travel Market 2026 dates revealed

Travel industry show will now run from September 14-17

Thousands of visitors land in Dubai to attend the annual mega travel event. Image from Arabian Travel Market 2025 in Dubai.

Ireland seeks UAE tourists for rural destinations

Tourism Ireland is returning to the UAE market in January: Minister Peter Burke TD

Ireland welcomed almost 6.6 million overseas visitors in 2024, who spent about €6 billion in the Republic (around €7 billion on the island including Northern Ireland). Pictured above is Fanad Head Lighthouse, Donegal.

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