The Middle East’s leading travel and tourism organisations and destinations have been honoured at a VIP gala ceremony in Dubai. Industry leaders gathered at One&Only One Za’abeel to celebrate the winners of World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2026.

Numa Group has announced the opening of Native by Numa Fulham Broadway this August, with 41 design-led studios and double rooms located at 284-288 North End Road, London SW6 1NH. This opening strengthens the company’s presence in London, supporting its continued expansion across major UK cities and Numa Group’s wider European growth strategy. The launch also represents an important milestone in Numa Group’s UK expansion, demonstrating continued investment in high-demand urban neighbourhoods and the growing extended-stay sector.

TUI has officially launched TUI Smiles Rewards Club for customers in the UK and Ireland, with around 800,000 UK customers signed up and members now able to access live rewards and benefits. The UK&I launch marks the next stage of TUI’s wider global loyalty rollout, first announced by TUI Group earlier this year, and brings TUI Smiles to life for customers with selected holiday savings, TUI Musement discounts, partner offers, interactive games, prizes and enhanced service benefits now available.

Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Middle East and Africa (HSMAI MEA) today announced the return of the HSMAI Commercial Strategy Conference MEA 2026 (CSC MEA 2026), taking place on 17 and 18 November 2026 at Conrad Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai. Now in its 9th year, CSC MEA is the Middle East and Africa’s only dedicated conference for hospitality commercial strategy, bringing together revenue management, sales, marketing, digital, distribution and technology, as well as leadership professionals under one roof for one and a half days of inspirational presentations, panel debates, networking opportunities and awards.

Swissport, the world’s leader in aviation services, and flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, have entered into a long-term strategic equity transaction and commercial partnership that represents a significant milestone for both companies and further strengthens Swissport’s position as a market leader in airport ground services, air cargo handling and airport hospitality globally.

Jannah Hotels & Resorts has announced the reopening of Jannah Marina in H1 2027, following a major renovation that will reposition the property as a contemporary, experience-led hotel in the heart of Dubai Marina. The transformation goes beyond a visual refresh, introducing a more modern, welcoming and lifestyle-focused guest experience designed to reflect the energy and character of Dubai Marina while aligning with Jannah Hotels & Resorts’ evolving brand direction.

Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, an urban sanctuary nestled in the heart of the city, unveils its signature fan created in collaboration with acclaimed Emirati artist Zeinab Alhashemi. Presented during Emirati Women’s Day month, the commission places Zeinab Alhashemi’s practice at the center of one of the Group’s enduring traditions, a gesture that speaks to the hotel’s belief that luxury is most compelling when it is authored locally.