The ITB China Travel Trends Report 2025/26 has been officially released by ITB China in partnership with two leading data authorities —Tourism Economics and Trip.com Group.
The report examines structural shifts and evolving trends across three core areas of the China-related travel ecosystem: outbound travel, meetings, incentives & events (MICE), and inbound travel to China. Combining robust data insights with expert industry commentary, the report maps the next phase of growth and opportunity emerging across the Chinese travel landscape.
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Air Peace, Nigeria's largest airline, have signed an interline agreement that connects the two carriers' networks, opening 20 destinations across Nigeria, West and Central Africa to Etihad's guests.
Minor Hotels, a global hospitality leader with more than 640 properties in operation and under development across 66 countries in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the Americas, is pleased to introduce NH Riyadh Prime Square Hotel to Saudi Arabia, marking the debut of NH Hotels & Resorts brand in the Middle East.
Minor Hotels is reporting a strong rebound in travel demand across the Middle East, with bookings accelerating sharply in the second half of June as traveller confidence returned across key international and regional markets.
In Dubai, work continues on the implementation of Moon Dubai - a large-scale resort in the shape of the moon, which promises to become a new global attraction. Its cost is estimated at $5-7 billion. The construction of the facility is planned to be completed by 2027.
Zulal Wellness Resort, the Middle East’s most iconic wellness destination by Chiva-Som, proudly announces its exclusive partnership with Qatar Airways Privilege Club, becoming the first wellness resort to offer Avios through the Card-Linked Offers programme.
The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism and ITB China have announced a new strategic partnership to advance international cooperation in the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector.