Category Technology, Tourism, Organisations & Operators

AlUla first to adopt EarthRanger technology in the Middle East, transforming future of conservation

AlUla today announced the adoption of EarthRanger, a global-standard conservation technology, as part of its commitment to preserving the destination’s extraordinary natural heritage. The first in the Middle East to implement this innovative solution, AlUla is strengthening its wildlife monitoring capabilities to support long-term ecological restoration efforts, ensuring its unique landscapes and species thrive for generations to come.

AlUla first to adopt EarthRanger technology in the Middle East, transforming future of conservation

AlUla today announced the adoption of EarthRanger, a global-standard conservation technology, as part of its commitment to preserving the destination’s extraordinary natural heritage. The first in the Middle East to implement this innovative solution, AlUla is strengthening its wildlife monitoring capabilities to support long-term ecological restoration efforts, ensuring its unique landscapes and species thrive for generations to come.

Experience-lead and agentic destination management emerge as key trends for 2026

The Data Appeal Company and Mabrian, both part of Almawave Group, unveil Travel Megatrends 2026, a comprehensive look at the behaviours, motivations and spending patterns transforming tourism across Europe and beyond. The report highlights 7 major megatrends, led by the rise of experiential tourism, directly shaping destination management strategies for 2026.

WorldTicket by GO7 expands IATA BSP network to Armenia, completing its Caucasus coverage

WorldTicket by GO7, which gives travel agents access to 150+ airline partners through its W2 ticket stock, has today gone live in IATA’s Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) in Armenia.

This enables IATA-accredited travel agents in the country to sell, issue, and settle W2 tickets in Armenian dram through their existing BSP setup – with instant ticketing and no additional configuration.