The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology, to facilitate a city wide ecosystem for the rapid prototyping of travel tech solutions, and further enhance Dubai’s capabilities as a leading hub for travel innovation. Building on their well-established collaborative relationship, the two entities will focus on advancing travel technology, enhancing visitor experiences and strengthening Dubai’s tourism ecosystem, creating a platform to build on the record 18.72 million international overnight visitors that came to the city in 2024.

Celebrated Scottish chef, Tom Kitchin, known for his Michelin-starred restaurant The Kitchin in Edinburgh, is bringing his renowned ‘From Nature to Plate’ ethos to London’s iconic Brown’s Hotel. Until May 25th, 2025, guests at the hotel’s Donovan Bar will have the opportunity to indulge in a curated selection of Tom’s seasonal small plates, showcasing the finest local produce Scotland has to offer.