Category Technology, Tourism, Organisations & Operators

Madeira’s Flower Parade to Be Held Over Two Sundays

The Flower Parade, a highlight of the Flower Festival – an event promoted by the Regional Secretariat for Tourism, Environment and Culture of Madeira – will, from this year onwards, be held on two Sundays, on 3 and 17 May. This decision, aligned with the objective of enhancing the visitor experience set out in the UPGRADE Programme, aims to enhance the prestige of the parade and its participants, while also providing better viewing conditions for the public.

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.