Hilton Partners with Yotel to Expand Lifestyle Hotel Portfolio
Hilton signs a franchise deal with Yotel, bringing the tech-driven brand into its new Select platform while preserving its independent identity.
Hilton signs a franchise deal with Yotel, bringing the tech-driven brand into its new Select platform while preserving its independent identity.
KLM has suspended flights to several Middle East destinations, including Dubai, Riyadh, and Dammam, citing ongoing regional unrest and safety concerns. The airline says the situation remains uncertain and is being closely monitored.
Uber has launched a nationwide feature allowing women riders and drivers in the United States to match with each other. The option aims to address safety concerns while giving users more control over their ride preferences.
Qatar Airways is launching limited relief flights from Muscat and Riyadh to help passengers stranded by regional airspace closures.
The escalating Iran conflict could cost the Middle East tourism industry up to $56 billion and reduce visitor arrivals by tens of millions in 2026.
The U.S. State Department is urging Americans to leave more than a dozen Middle East countries using available commercial options, citing “serious safety risks” as the Iran conflict expands and travel disruption deepens.
Escalating tensions involving Iran have left thousands of cruise travelers stuck in Gulf ports, with ships sheltering in place and airports facing severe disruption. Cruise lines are pausing departures, rewriting itineraries, and trying to manage a fast-moving security situation.
The U.S. has issued its highest Level 4 travel warnings for Iran and Iraq, while urging Americans across the Middle East to shelter in place and prepare for disruptions.
Marriott International and Al Qimmah Hospitality have signed five new hotel projects in Saudi Arabia, adding more than 2,700 rooms across Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah as tourism demand accelerates.
DarGlobal has announced plans for two Trump-branded luxury developments in Saudi Arabia, signaling a major expansion of high-end real estate tied to the kingdom’s Vision 2030 strategy.