Business Traveller Middle East

The leading magazine for the corporate traveller. We aim to save you money and make your travelling life easier. Each edition has the latest news from airlines, airports, hotels and car hire companies, reviews of the latest gadgets, technology and accessories and destinations pieces - where to stay, what to eat, what to see, and how to behave, all delivered by our own writers and journalists around the world. In addition, loyalty programs are examined, deals and promotions collected and feature stories cover a wide range of issues such as health, security, technology, golf, automotive, financial and buying property. With editorial staff based in our offices around the globe we are uniquely placed to ensure that our different editions reflect the needs of our readers locally.

Editor's Letter

Business Traveller Middle East

Wherever you may Rove • The UAE's homegrown hero finds a new home in the Northern Emirates

Kuwait's going coastal

Cruising firmly into the Middle East

HOT NEW SIGNING • Abu Dhabi National Hotels and Marriott International are set to open a new luxury resort and residential development under The Luxury Collection brand on Ras Al Khaimah's Al Marjan Island. The Luxury Collection Resort at Al Marjan Island is anticipated to have 466 rooms and suites, 29 villas, multiple dining venues, a relaxing spa, fitness centre, kids club, swimming pool, and padel court – plus more than 3,500 sqm of meetings and event space, including a 1,300 sqm ballroom.

The A350 is flying higher • Etihad adds another of the highly-lauded fuel-efficient aircraft to its modern fleet

ROUTE ROUND-UP

A Milestone Moment

RACING TO THE FUTURE

A NEW ERA OF SUSTAINABILITY

Get the scoop • The latest updates in the travel industry from across the world

Eastern promise • Yi-Hwa Hanna chats with Dane Cheng, Executive Director of the Hong Kong Tourism Board, about the destination's rising appeal for travellers from the Middle East

Setting a new stage for luxury • Yi-Hwa Hanna chats with Ian Di Tullio PhD, Chief Commercial Officer of Minor Hotels, about wellness, sustainability, and the White Lotus effect

THE UNIQUE BURNOUT OF HOSPITALITY • High-pressure hospitality roles can lead to burnout, with decision fatigue and emotional exhaustion - and the brain needs time to recover

HOW HOTELS TURNED UPSIDE DOWN • When did rooftop hotel accommodation become synonymous with luxury living?

THE RIGHT LAYNE • Yi-Hwa Hanna chats to Layne Redman, TV presenter, writer, actor, emcee, and entrepreneur

The Elevator Pitch • Business Traveller Middle East gives Harun Dursun, Managing Director of Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, five minutes to pitch his property to prospective guests

London • England's capital continues to draw in travellers from the GCC and beyond

Ticking into the Future • Timeless timepieces and trends for 2025

Our guide to… in-flight comfort • Onboard comfort is evolving - and whether you're travelling business, first, or premium economy, these picks elevate the experience

THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW • The 24th edition of the Business Traveller Middle East Awards celebrated the power players transporting the region's travel industry to the future

BEST AIRLINES • Your favourite carriers for business and pleasure

BEST AIRPORTS • Hubs around the world continue to up their game with upgraded dining, leisure and entertainment facilities

BEST HOTELS • The best accommodation for busy corporate travellers looking for comfortable beds and superior service

BEST BRANDS • The top brands that travellers can count on for top-notch service, a strong identity, and accommodation they can count on

BACK TO THE ROOTS • As science,...