flynas announced connecting Trabzon in Turkey, and Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan to Medina with weekly direct flights, within 2025 summer destinations. In collaboration with Taibah Airports Company, starting 4 July, flynas will be operating two weekly flights to the Turkish city of Trabzon, a popular destination for Saudi travelers seeking stunning natural scenery and a temperate climate. A weekly direct flight to the Azerbaijani capital, Baku, will also be launched starting 6 July, reflecting flynas’ commitment to connecting Medina with multiple international destinations and offering diverse, direct travel options to key global tourist destinations. Currently, flynas operates 139 routes to over 70 domestic and international destinations across 30 countries, with more than 2,000 weekly flights. Since its launch in 2007, it has carried over 80 million passengers. The airline aims to reach 165 domestic and international destinations as part of its growth and expansion strategy aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)  announced that the Aseer Region Development Authority (ASDA) has officially joined the Association as its newest member. “We are delighted to welcome the Aseer Region Development Authority to the PATA family. Aseer is a powerful example of how destinations can embrace tourism not only as an economic driver but also as a catalyst for cultural celebration, environmental responsibility, and community empowerment,” said PATA CEO Noor Ahmad Hamid. “As Saudi Arabia continues to diversify its tourism offerings, Aseer’s distinctive identity — rooted in heritage, nature, and innovation — offers meaningful inspiration to our global network. We look forward to learning from and working with ASDA as we collectively shape a more responsible and resilient future for travel.” Known for its cool mountain climate, rich cultural heritage, and spectacular natural landscapes, Aseer is rapidly emerging as one of Saudi Arabia’s most distinctive tourism destinations. ASDA’s decision to join PATA highlights the region’s growing visibility on the global tourism map and reflects a shared commitment to building an inclusive and sustainable visitor economy aligned with PATA’s vision. Eng. Hashem Al Dabbagh, CEO, Aseer Region Development authority, said, “Joining PATA represents a significant milestone in our journey to establish Aseer as a world-class sustainable tourism destination – renowned for its stunning natural landscapes and vibrant cultural heritage. We look forward to collaborating with PATA to elevate Aseer’s profile on the global tourism stage and to showcase the region’s exceptional visitor experiences.” Saudi Arabia is a key region for the Association, and PATA is already collaborating with the Saudi Tourism Authority to support the Kingdom’s tourism goals. ASDA’s addition marks another important step in PATA’s growing engagement across Saudi …

As Emirates is gearing up for a busy week of departures from T3, Dubai International. Emirates expect more than 30,000 customers will depart T3 DXB today, and this level of departures will be at a similar level until 30 June. Emirates has requested customers to plan for extra traffic on the roads approaching the airport, busier carparks, more people at the airport going through Immigration, and the time it may take to travel between Concourses and reach Boarding Gates at least an hour prior to the departure time. They have recommended to arrive 3 hours ahead of departure time and to pass through immigration at least one and half hours ahead. • In peak travel times, arrive to the Airport: 3 hours before departure • Ensure you pass through Immigration: 1.5 hours before departure • Ensure you reach your correct Boarding Gate: 1 hour before departure Download the Emirates App to check in online Download the Emirates app for flight details at your fingertips. Book and change flights, download a digital boarding pass for most destinations, get notifications about your flight, check what meals will be served, pre-order your hot meal in Business Class, book a chauffeur drive service and even pre-select and plan movies to watch via ice inflight entertainment. Customers can also check in on Emirates.com. Online check-in and app check-in are both open 48 hours ahead of flight departure time. Emirates customers can drop off luggage at the airport the night before travel at no charge. Passengers who are departing from Dubai can check-in early and drop off their bags 24 hours before departure, or 12 hours before departure if flying to the US. Then closer to …

Etihad Airways and Air Europa celebrated a historic milestone as Air Europa operates its inaugural wet-lease flight from Abu Dhabi to Madrid, marking the Spanish carrier’s first-ever aircraft operation from the Middle East. Etihad now offers twice-daily services to Madrid, with the afternoon EY103 service operated by Air Europa’s Boeing 787-9 aircraft featuring 32 Business class and 307 Economy seats. The wet-lease arrangement, alongside the expanded codeshare, strengthens the growing market between Abu Dhabi and Spain, and supports wider tourism and trade links between the two countries. The landmark Boeing 787-9 service represents a significant evolution of the partnership between the two airlines, building on their expanded codeshare agreement and frequent flyer programme cooperation. This collaboration highlights the value of strategic partnerships in improving global connectivity and offering more seamless travel options for passengers across four continents. Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, said: “Today marks a new chapter in our partnership with Air Europa. This collaboration demonstrates how Etihad can work with strategic partners to enhance our Madrid route and offer even greater choice for travellers between the UAE and Spain. By partnering with Air Europa, we’re opening exciting possibilities for our passengers seeking to explore new destinations.” Juan José Hidalgo, Air Europa’s President, added: ““Partnering with Etihad Airways to launch our first Middle East service from Abu Dhabi is a major milestone for Air Europa. It allows us to better serve growing demand for travel between Spain and the UAE. Abu Dhabi is a world-class destination and an ideal platform for us to expand into new markets.” The partnership reinforces Etihad’s commitment to supporting Abu Dhabi’s position as an attractive destination for both leisure and business travel, …

The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism and ITB China have announced a new strategic partnership to advance international cooperation in the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector. As part of this collaboration, Beijing will serve as the Official Host City of the upcoming MICE Meeting Point 2025, to be held on 11–12 September in China’s capital. The MICE Meeting Point is a curated two-day ConfEx event that brings together MICE decision-makers from across China and the world, including event organizers, industry associations, corporate buyers, and conference planners to connect face-to-face with global destinations, venues, service providers, and tech solution partners. The agenda features keynote speeches, panel forums, executive dialogues, product showcases, dedicated business booths, and curated networking sessions — all designed to provide participants with comprehensive insights into the latest trends across both China’s and the global MICE markets, foster cross-border collaboration, and seize emerging opportunities. “As the capital of China, Beijing plays a leading role in advancing the country’s opening-up and driving integration between culture and tourism,” said Mr. Guo Huaigang, Director General of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism. “We recognize the MICE sector’s powerful contribution to city branding, international engagement, and economic growth. The MICE Meeting Point offers a vital platform for global dialogue and cooperation. It will serve as a bridge to expand inbound tourism and inject fresh momentum into the further internationalization of China’s MICE industry. We are committed to deepening our partnerships with world-class professional platforms, telling Beijing’s story, and building a truly global business travel destination.” To highlight its prominent position as the Hosting City and enhance its global visibility, the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism …

Emirates’ passengers experienced minimal disruptions to their travel plans after last night’s (23 June) regional events, with regularly scheduled flights resuming within a few short hours. The airline quickly activated its robust contingency and disruption plans, with no diversions, only a small number of cancellations and a few flights experiencing longer flight paths due to airspace congestion. Despite rapidly evolving regional developments, it’s been business as usual across the Emirates network. In the past two weeks, Emirates has maintained scheduled services by rerouting flights to avoid conflict zones, successfully serving over 1.7 million passengers on more than 5,800 flights across its global network and delivering certainty to their travel plans when they needed it the most, while upholding its commitment to safe, reliable travel. The airline took immediate action by suspending flights only to areas directly impacted by conflict while maintaining operations to all other destinations. Services to Amman and Beirut were briefly suspended but resumed quickly, demonstrating Emirates’ ability to nimbly adapt its operations while prioritising safety, and helping thousands of families start their summer holidays. The safety of Emirates’ passengers and crew is its absolute priority, and the airline would never fly if it was not safe to do so. Emirates continuously monitors developments, coordinates with aviation authorities, and assesses every potential risk to ensure all flights are safely rerouted away from conflict zones, all the while meeting the most stringent regulatory requirements. Throughout the last two weeks, the airline kept customers informed with regular operational website updates as well as on its social media channels, and reservations teams helped reaccommodate affected customers. As Emirates gears up for the busy summer travel season, it will continue to actively …

Qatar Airways can confirm the reinstatement of flights following the reopening of airspace in the State of Qatar. Our focus at this time is to help our passengers return home or reach their onward journey safely and smoothly. We are working tirelessly with government stakeholders and the relevant authorities to restore operations as quickly as possible. We have also deployed additional ground staff at Hamad International Airport and other key airports to assist affected passengers by minimising disruptions and offering the utmost care and support to all customers. As operations resume, we anticipate significant delays to our flight schedule. We would advise passengers to check qatarairways.com or the Qatar Airways mobile application ahead of travel. The safety of our passengers and crew is the first and highest priority at all times.

DXC Technology and Carnival Cruise Line announced a multi-year agreement to power the cruise line’s technology infrastructure. This partnership will support Carnival’s guest experience across its global fleet, as well as its portside and shoreside operations. DXC will deliver reliable and scalable IT services designed to enhance operational efficiency, improve employee productivity and help ensure a seamless, connected experience for millions of guests sailing annually with Carnival. “At Carnival, we’re committed to delivering memorable vacations for our guests, and technology plays a vital role in ensuring they have the best onboard experience,” said Sean Kenny, senior vice president and chief information officer at Carnival Cruise Line. “The DXC team demonstrates exceptional technical expertise, responsiveness and a clear commitment to delivering on our long-term vision. With them as our trusted partner, we’re investing in technology that strengthens the foundation of our operations to provide a great experience for our guests across our 29 ships globally and supporting our dedicated team members both shipboard and shoreside.” Through the partnership, DXC will manage Carnival’s core IT infrastructure across all operational environments including shipboard systems, shoreside offices and port facilities. Using an employee-centric delivery model, DXC will ensure that the tools and services provided are tailored to support both Carnival’s workforce needs and a consistent guest experience. Services will include workplace support, IT service management, infrastructure operations and security risk management – all delivered with enhanced cybersecurity, expert-level staffing, automation support and a scalable model across its operations. This approach is built to improve resilience and ensure operational consistency across the company’s global footprint. “This collaboration with Carnival Cruise Line represents a significant milestone for DXC as we continue to expand our footprint in the …

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of its newest five-star resort: Wyndham Alanya. Nestled along Türkiye’s scenic Mediterranean coast, the newly built resort invites guests to experience a blend of modern luxury, family-friendly amenities, and authentic local charm. Located just 20 kilometers from Alanya’s vibrant city center, Wyndham Alanya is perfectly positioned for a peaceful retreat or a base to explore Antalya’s most beloved resort destination. The hotel features 188 beautifully appointed guest rooms, ranging from standard to deluxe, superior, accessible rooms, and a luxurious king suite all designed to meet the diverse needs of travelers. From leisure-seekers to adventure enthusiasts, every guest at Wyndham Alanya will find something to love. The resort offers: • A full-service spa complete with a salt room, steam room, and traditional Turkish bath • Indoor and outdoor pools ideal for both relaxation and recreation • A state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis and basketball courts for active guests • Four on-site restaurants, showcasing both local and international cuisines An Ideal Stay for Families Wyndham Alanya embraces its role as a destination for travelers of all ages, making it an ideal choice for family getaways. Dedicated children’s play areas and baby cot options ensure younger guests are well taken care of. For a memorable experience, families can enjoy gondola tours around the property; a unique activity that combines fun, relaxation, and a touch of adventure. Helping to make travel seamless, the resort also offers convenient airport and beach shuttle services, reflecting Wyndham’s commitment to comfort and accessibility for every guest, whether traveling solo, as a couple, or with family. “With Türkiye set to welcome over 70 million international visitors in 2025, we’re thrilled to introduce Wyndham …

Mozio and GoNexus Group announced a strategic partnership to deliver a unified, scalable solution that expands and simplifies B2B access to ground transport worldwide. This collaboration marks a major milestone for NexusCube, the B2B marketplace of GoNexus Group, as it expands its offering through Mozio’s extensive supplier network spanning 3,500+ airports in 180 countries. Simultaneously, Mozio gains access to NexusCube’s diverse portfolio of mobility inventory —powered by Juniper Travel Technology’s robust, scalable infrastructure—ensuring seamless API integration across both systems. With over 17,000 B2B travel buyers—including OTAs, tour operators, and retail agencies—already connected to NexusCube, the partnership delivers instant access to a broader array of airport transfers, private vehicles, shuttles, and door-to-door transport services, now bookable across both systems. This partnership represents a deep commercial and technological alignment between Mozio and NexusCube. By merging inventories via seamless API connectivity, they create a unified, data-driven solution that simplifies access to ground transportation and empowers B2B partners to scale efficiently. “We’re thrilled to partner with GoNexus Group and its B2B marketplace, NexusCube, to expand our global reach through their dynamic distribution network of 17,000 B2B travel buyers worldwide,” said Nicole Kerr, CEO of Mozio. “Together, we’re making it easier for travelers to access reliable, door-to-door transportation wherever their journey takes them.” “This agreement positions us as one of the largest providers of experience and mobility services in the B2B world,” commented Roberto Bermúdez, Managing Director of NexusCube. “The connection with Mozio has been seamlessly developed thanks to Juniper Travel Technology’s scalable and robust infrastructure, which enables us to quickly integrate high-value partners and expand our product offering without limitations. Mozio’s innovative technology and global reach bring significant value to our marketplace, and we …