Nine exciting new updates from across the Middle East

The Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island has opened in Ras Al Khaimah, set on a 750-metre beach with impressive sea and island views. It has 515 guest rooms, half of which are interconnected, a kids’ “fun club” and infinity pool. Hilton Marjan Island

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh will open this spring after a major expansion that has doubled its size, with new suites, restaurants and pools, plus a new fitness facility and a conference centre that can host weddings. 
fourseasons.com

Explore’s new trip combines Saudi Arabia with Jordan. The 11-night Journey Through Arabia tour travels from Jeddah through desert and ancient cities into Jordan, with three nights camping in Wadi Rum. Prices from £2,599pp, excluding flights. 
explore.co.uk/KSJD

The Dubai Edition has opened in downtown Dubai, opposite the popular Dubai Mall. It has 275 rooms and suites, multiple restaurants, a swimming pool, spa and fitness centre, plus a collection of event spaces and a large ballroom.
editionhotels.com/dubai

Etihad Airways has launched the world’s first green loyalty programme. Conscious Choices by Etihad Guest rewards members for offsetting flights, flying lighter and making environmentally friendly choices in their everyday life.
etihad.com

Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas has opened in Doha and sits on two miles of private beach, with more than 20 restaurants. Premier Holidays offers four nights in a King Guest Suite from £899pp, including flights, departing 22 September.
trade.premierholidays.co.uk

Sushi fans visiting Tel Aviv can now dine at the new Sun Young restaurant, located in the boutique INK hotel. The fusion menu by chef Elad Finish connects the Mediterranean and East Asia, and features an extensive cocktail menu. 
sunyoung.co.il/en

The WB Abu Dhabi offers theme park access to Warner Bros World, Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld. Gold Medal has five nights’ half-board for two adults and two children under 12 from £729pp including flights, departing 11 Aug 2022. 
goldmedal.co.uk