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Reollo Travel, in collaboration with SriLankan Airlines, recently hosted an exclusive Familiarization (FAM) Trip to Thailand and Sri Lanka for leading travel agencies from the UAE. Participants represented Sharaf Travel, Al Shamsi Travels, Al Saqr Travels, ATS Travel, Al Hind Travel, Zawaya Al Sadeem Travel, Al Rahal Tours, and Al Fursan Travel. The group departed from Dubai on 12 November for a four-night discovery of Pattaya and Bangkok, followed by a two-night stopover in Sri Lanka to experience the tropical beachfronts of Bentota and the vibrant urban attractions of Colombo. SriLankan Airlines, the national carrier of Sri Lanka, ensured a smooth and memorable journey to Bangkok with seamless connections via Colombo. From warm hospitality to attentive onboard service, the airline demonstrated its signature Sri Lankan charm. The comfortable travel experience quickly became an early highlight of the FAM trip, boosting participants’ confidence in recommending SriLankan Airlines to their valued clients. Reollo Travel, a leading B2B wholesaler, curated a diverse portfolio of hotels across all destinations to showcase the most appealing choices for Middle Eastern travellers. Stays at Jomtien Thani Pattaya, Valia Hotel Bangkok, NH Sukhumvit Bangkok, Cinnamon Bentota Beach, and Cinnamon Life – City of Dreams allowed agents to gain firsthand insight into product offerings they can confidently promote. Complementing these stays, the group also received warm hospitality and guided property tours from Amari Pattaya, The Landmark Bangkok, Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, and Cinnamon Grand Colombo, each providing exclusive presentations and hosted meals. The itinerary delivered a well-balanced blend of cultural exploration, hotel inspections, and memorable experiences across all three destinations. In Pattaya, the agents visited the famous Viewpoint, enjoyed a full-day Coral Island excursion, and discovered the city’s vibrant coastal highlights. Bangkok offered an …

Etihad Airways is strengthening its Southeast Asia network with the addition of Krabi to its Thailand destinations, complementing existing flights to Bangkok and Phuket, celebrating four new routes in one week, including Sumatra (Medan, Indonesia), Phnom Penh (Cambodia), and Addis Ababa (Ethiopia). The new route highlights the airline’s commitment to connecting travellers with key leisure and business hubs across the region, while enhancing global connectivity through its Abu Dhabi hub. CEO Antonoaldo Neves said, “By launching four new routes in four countries in one week, we are connecting people, cultures, and economies, while supporting trade and logistics growth across our network. This expansion positions Etihad as a key enabler of regional connectivity and economic exchange.” Krabi marks Etihad’s 11th new destination this year, bringing its global network to 86 destinations, with eight additional routes planned in the next two months. The launches are operated by Etihad’s new Airbus A321LR, offering First Suites, lie-flat Business, and next-generation Economy cabins, combining passenger comfort with operational efficiency. Beyond enhancing travel options, these routes strengthen trade and logistics flows between Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, supporting regional supply chains and facilitating cargo movement alongside passenger services. Etihad’s modern fleet enables rapid network expansion, providing scalable capacity to underserved markets while maintaining schedule reliability. With these additions, Etihad continues its trajectory toward 125 destinations by 2030, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s strategic role in global trade and travel.

Based on Wego platform trends for Fall 2025, searches are rising for five standout destinations as travellers trade peak‑summer crowds for cooler weather and culture. The season is also well-timed with late-October school breaks at many Kuwait private schools, ideal for family-friendly getaways. Trending destinations this season begins with Paris, France with a search growth +54.64% YoY indicates that Kuwaitis are opting for shoulder-season escapes. Expect lighter crowds after August, crisp weather ideal for neighborhoods, museums, and riverside walks. Followed by Barcelona, Spain with searches up 20.73% YoY on Wego, showing that Kuwaiti travelers seek out architecture, tapas markets, and mellow beaches without peak‑summer pressure. In third position is Vienna, Austria with searches climbed 23.67% YoY, as travelers lean into coffeehouse culture, operas, and parks awashed with fall colours. In terms of Asia, Guangzhou, China was the standout as searches surged 156.49% YoY for this Chinese city. Fall brings cooler weather for visits to teahouses, but the uptick is likely attributed to easier travel thanks to visa-free entry for Kuwaitis (applicable through June 2025–June 2026). Phuket, Thailand in October brings milder weather post-monsoon, perfect for family trips around mid-terms. 22.43% YoY growth in searches prove Kuwaitis’ increasing interest in Phuket for this season. Families can pair gentler conditions with Old Town strolls, markets, and island‑hopping.