As we read through several updates from the GCC region, it’s quite difficult to keep up with all of them. To ensure you do not miss out on any of these, we have made a list of updates from Riyadh to Dubai, across several sectors. So, make sure to keep up with them as we have listed out a few for you!
GCC Updates
1. Emirates To Deploy Boeing 777 On 2 New Routes
Emirates has plans to deploy the retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft with Premium Economy cabins. This would be on key routes for Boeing 777 aircraft with Premium Economy cabins from the start of the next year. For EK953/954 Dubai-Beirut, the service will get the upgrade from January 6, 2026. And on the EK306/307, which flies to Beijing, will follow on February 1st, 2026.
2. Zayed Festival To Join Celebrations For Bahrain National Day
The Sheikh Zayed Festival, as revealed by AD Media Office, will join Bahrain to celebrate its National Day with a rich programme. This would feature an illumination of landmarks in the hues of the UAE and Bahrain flags. Moreover, it will also feature musical performances and theatre shows, along with heritage activities.
3. Travel From Saudia To Kuwait
You can fly with Saudia to Kuwait from Saudi Arabia for an unforgettable experience. As they enjoy an unforgettable experience, they’re bound to make memories. These will be serviced by 24 direct weekly flights from Jeddah and Riyadh, and you can expect it to be a good flying experience.
4. Digital Mutawwif Platform Offers Step-By-Step Guide To Pilgrims
As revealed by ‘General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque’, there’s now Digital Mutawwif. This is a platform that offers step-by-step guidance for Umrah rituals. Through this pilgrims’ experience and simplify ritual performance will be enhanced.
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5. Riyadh Season 2025 Attracts Over 8 Million Visitors
It was recently revealed by Saudi General Entertainment Authority Chairman and Advisor Turki Alalshikh that Riyadh Season 2025 has attracted over 8 million visitors. And this is not surprising as the new season has brought along some exciting new additions that are drawing people in large numbers.
So, with these updates for you, we hope you can stay ahead of the news from the GCC region.
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