Arabian Travel Market is a major annual travel trade show held in Dubai, bringing together global tourism professionals, airlines, hotels, and destinations. It serves as a key platform for networking, partnerships, and showcasing travel trends, especially in the Middle East. The event plays an important role in shaping regional and international tourism business.
Dubai’s Arabian Travel Market 2026 has been moved from May to August as organizers respond to regional instability while maintaining momentum for the global travel event.
A drone attack near Dubai International Airport has led to a temporary suspension of foreign airlines, disrupting global travel routes.
Dubai International Airport temporarily suspended all flights after a drone-related incident caused a fire near airport fuel facilities, disrupting travel across the region.
Tourism across the Middle East is losing an estimated $600 million per day in international visitor spending as the Iran conflict disrupts travel and aviation across the region.
A British tourist is among more than 20 people charged in Dubai under cybercrime laws after allegedly filming and sharing videos of Iranian missile strikes.
Qatar is offering free hotel stays to international travelers stranded in the country due to flight disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.
Thailand’s tourism sector is facing new uncertainty as the Middle East conflict disrupts long-haul flights and threatens to reduce international arrivals.
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.
The ongoing conflict involving Iran is pushing oil prices higher and forcing airlines to raise ticket prices on several long-haul routes. The situation could slow global tourism growth in 2026.
Qatar Airways is launching limited relief flights from Muscat and Riyadh to help passengers stranded by regional airspace closures.