SriLankan Airlines resumes its weekly Kuwait services
The airline’s Middle East network spans Riyadh, Dammam, Dubai, Doha and Kuwait, with carefully timed schedules offering passengers connections via Colombo between the Middle East and southern Indian cities.
Sikkim unveils portal for tourism establishments
The Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Government of Sikkim launched the Online Registration and Renewal System of Tourism Establishments, a portal allowing tourism establishments across the state to apply for registration and annual renewal, reducing paperwork and visits to government offices...
Emirates deploys A350 aircraft between Dubai-Kuala Lumpur
Emirates will deploy its new A350 aircraft on flights EK344/345 between Dubai and Kuala Lumpur from September 1, 2026. This will expand the airline’s Premium Economy offering in the Malaysian capital to 52 seats daily, with the A350 joining the airline’s retrofitted Boeing 777 operating on EK346/347. Saeed Mubarak, Emirates Country Manager in Malaysia, said, “Following the successful...
Brand USA launches revamped website to elevate partner engagement
Brand USA, the destination marketing organisation for the United States, announced the launch of a rebuilt and reorganised corporate website that puts economic impact data, partner program information, industry resources, and a redesigned press room within easier reach of everyone with no login required...
8fold by LaRiSa marks debut in Punjab with new property in Amritsar
LaRiSa Hotels & Resorts has announced the launch of 8fold by LaRiSa, Amritsar Heritage Walk — the newest addition to the 8fold Hotels. With Amritsar, the brand opens its doors to the guests visiting Punjab for the first time Set inside Amritsar's Heritage Walk precinct, the hotel places guests on the same lanes travelled for generations by pilgrims making their way to the Golden Temple...
Cygnett expands footprint in Odisha with 50-key Cozzet VICASA Gopalpur
The signing said to align with Cygnett’s strategy of expanding through brownfield conversions and asset-light management opportunities across high-potential Tier II, Tier III, and emerging micro-markets, supported by rising domestic travel and demand for professionally branded accommodation.
Radisson signs 328-key property in Sydney
Radisson Hotel Group announced the signing of Radisson RED Sydney Haymarket, a 328-room, new-build lifestyle hotel set to open in 2029. Located in the Sydney’s Central Business District, the hotel will bring Radisson RED’s bold, playful, and social approach to hospitality to one of Australia’s most dynamic urban precincts...
Accor, Al Qimmah Hospitality partner to develop 4,000+ keys across Saudi Arabia; signs 850-key Novotel in Makkah
Accor and Al Qimmah Hospitality, a subsidiary of BinDawood Investment Company, have announced the expansion of their strategic partnership to develop a portfolio of more than 4,000 keys across Saudi Arabia, with a strong focus on Makkah and Madinah, marked by the signing of a new 850-key Novotel in Makkah. Investment Roundtable meeting, bringing together a Saudi delegation of leading...
Malta Tourism joins WTTC as destination partner & the host of Global Summit 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced the joining of the Malta Tourism Authority as a Destination Partner, further strengthening collaboration with one of Europe’s most dynamic tourism destinations and the host of WTTC’s Global Summit 2026 in Valletta. As the organisation responsible for promoting Malta as a leading tourism destination, the Malta Tourism Authority plays a key...
Disney Adventure adds Langkawi as new port of call from Dec 31
Starting December 31, 2026, the Disney Adventure will make its first-ever port of call in Langkawi, Malaysia, on select four-night sailings from Singapore. For the first time, guests will reportedly have the opportunity to enjoy magical days at sea and also discover a new island destination in Southeast Asia.
