In collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, has officially opened registration for its inaugural IAAPA Expo Middle East, set to take place from 30 March to 2 April 2026, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Banyan Group and Mandai Wildlife Group marked a major milestone on 26 November with the Grand Opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam officiated the grand opening, inaugurating the resort’s Wishing Wall and previewing Banyan Group’s inaugural Rainforest Festival, which is now open to the public.

Preparations on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi have moved into top gear with the Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix programme now just days away.

After Max Verstappen’s victory and McLaren’s double disqualification in Las Vegas, there is still a strong chance the drivers’ championship will be decided on the track of Yas Marina Circuit at the 24th and final race of the season from December 4-7.

The International MICE Summit 2025 (IMS25) concluded today in Riyadh after two days of high-level discussions, strategic announcements, and global collaboration, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s position as one of the world’s fastest-growing hubs for the meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) industry.