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ATM unveils groundbreaking 2026 conference programme, setting a new benchmark for strategic insight across global travel and tourism

  • The Global Stage, Future Stage and newly rebranded Experience Stage to deliver industry-led intelligence, innovation and inclusive growth, reinforcing Arabian Travel Market as the place to learn from and shape the future of travel
  • Leading global market research and insight companies, including Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, Euromonitor, GSIQ, Dragon Trail, Videc, Women in Travel CIC, and ICCA, to lead discussions
  • ATM will take place from 4-7 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 7 January 2026: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has unveiled its extensive conference programme for ATM 2026, outlining a multi-stage agenda which will shape the future of the global travel and tourism industry.

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ETIHAD RAIL REVEALS DETAILS OF THE UAE’S FULL PASSENGER RAILWAY NETWORK

Ahead of the launch of the first phase of passenger train services in 2026
ETIHAD RAIL REVEALS DETAILS OF THE UAE’S FULL PASSENGER RAILWAY NETWORK
  • The UAE’s first fully integrated national passenger railway system, connecting 11 cities and regions across the country
  • Stations across the network will be rolled out in phases throughout 2026, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Al Sila’, Al Dhannah, Al Mirfa, Madinat Zayed, Mezaira’a, Al Faya and Al Dhaid

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 08 January 2026: Etihad Rail today announced details of the UAE’s full passenger railway network, marking a major milestone that reflects its strong commitment to advancing the nation’s transport and infrastructure ecosystem. The passenger rail network will connect 11 cities and regions through strategically located stations, forming the UAE’s first fully integrated national passenger railway system. The network will strengthen connectivity across the Emirates and provide safe and reliable mobility services for citizens, residents and visitors alike.

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2025 Year-End Analysis: GCC Travel Enters a New Era of Sustained Demand and Decentralised Growth

Dubai, UAE, January 5th, 2026 – Travel across the GCC is undergoing a fundamental shift, with 2025 marking the year the region moved beyond traditional peak seasons and centralised mega-hubs, according to new analysis from Dragonpass, the world’s leading provider of digital airport ecosystem platforms.

Drawing on anonymised traveller data across six GCC markets, Dragonpass’ latest data reveals a region now operating at high travel intensity for more than half the year, while demand increasingly spreads beyond the traditional gateway airports that have long defined regional aviation.

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AIR INDIA EXPRESS LAUNCHES SPECIAL DISCOUNTS FOREXCESS BAGGAGE

The special offer allows guests to pre-book 5 kg/10 kg extra baggage at attractive rates for travel from the Middle East to India.

03-January-2026:New Year, new offers, and more reasons to pack for longer holidays. Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, announces a special limited-period offer for guests travelling from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to India, allowing them to pre-book 5 kg or 10 kg additional baggage at attractive discounts. This offer is open for bookings made till 31st January 2026 for travel between 16th January and 10th March 2026, and can be made on the airline’s award-winning website, www.airindiaexpress.com, mobile app and on all major booking channels and is subject to availability.

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MENA Business Travel Spending Climbs as Region Gears Up for 2026 Growth

musafir.com  outlines how rising MICE activity, cross-border strategy sessions and high-impact collaboration are reshaping corporate travel in the Middle East

29 December 2025 | Dubai, UAE: Based on its corporate travel data and booking trends, musafir.com  reports that business travel spending across the Middle East has surged by nearly 20% in 2025, signalling strong momentum as the region moves into 2026. The growth is being driven by a sharp rise in MICE activity, large-scale industry events, and cross-border leadership and strategy sessions, positioning the Middle East as a preferred hub for global corporate engagement.

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