Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has released its traffic statistics for November 2024, showcasing continued vigorous performance. The airline welcomed 1.6 million guests during the month, achieving a notable average passenger load factor of 88%.

Royal Caribbean is bringing the ultimate beach day to The Bahamas. Opening in December 2025, Royal Beach Club Paradise Island* will be the first in the vacation brand’s Royal Beach Club Collection, combining the striking beaches of Paradise Island and Royal Caribbean’s signature experiences to create an all-inclusive beach day – and with the vibrant Bahamian spirit and culture at the heart of it all. From pristine beaches, pools for every vibe and the world’s largest swim-up bar to island-style spots for local fare and experiences featuring Bahamian artisans and live music, the next in the brand’s destination lineup is set to bring next-level chill with The Bahamas as the ultimate backdrop. Vacationers can purchase their all-inclusive day pass and cabanas starting in the spring of 2025.

The Spanish Tourist Office (UK) has announced that it will be hosting Spain Talks 2025 (Third Edition of Spain Sustainability Day) on 30 April 2025 in London. Discussions will encompass social, cultural, economic, and environmental sustainability. The event consists of a sustainability conference in the afternoon and Spain Talks Awards in the evening. The event will be held at The Conduit (6 Langley St, London, WC2H 9JA) in Covent Garden and is aimed at the UK and Spanish travel industry representatives, as well as relevant media. Sustainability will be incorporated into the event as much as possible, from the venue to the catering.

Submissions for the Spain Talks Awards are now open.

Comprising 47 senior hospitality leaders from organisations such as the Ministry of Tourism Saudi Arabia, Taiba Investments, Al Rajhi Bank, Al Othaim Investment, Red Sea Global, Al Nahla Group, NEOM, Accor, Radisson, Rotana, and others driving transformation in our industry, the FHS Saudi Arabia Advisory Board came together in Riyadh to shape the vision for what will be an extraordinary conference on 11 – 13 May 2025 at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah in Riyadh.

The 2025 conference theme: “Where Vision Shapes Opportunity” was unveiled under which hospitality leaders and decision-makers will unite to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in Saudi Arabia and the key market trends driving the sector, aiming for actionable outcomes that will transform the industry, which continues to witness unprecedented growth.