TravTalk Middle East Online Magazine
On 25 November 2025, the Arabian Travel Awards will turn the spotlight on the visionaries transforming travel across the Middle East. This edition promises a powerful gathering of leaders, disruptors and unsung heroes from tourism and hospitality across the region. Over the past 7 years the event paid tribute to resilience and innovation.
TT Bureau
At its core, the Arabian Travel Awards has always been about people — the dreamers, implementors and disruptors who have reimagined travel. This year, as the Middle East cements its place as a global tourism powerhouse, the awards return with deeper purpose and stronger emotion. It’s not just another event, it’s a tribute to resilience, innovation and the sheer will to keep going in an industry that is always on the move.
Each year, the awards recognise those who shape the way we experience the world. San Jeet, Mentor, Arabian Travel Awards, says, “These awards are not about fame. They are about impact. They honour those who show up, step up and bring change, no matter the odds. And that is what makes them special.”
Winners are chosen through a transparent, digital voting process. The 2025 edition will present honours across Personal, Business, Trending and Partner categories, each spotlighting a different kind of contribution — each one equally powerful. And while the voting has begun, the call for nominations is still open. From Best City Hotel to Best B2B Travel Portal, this is the moment to put forward the names that deserve to be celebrated.
The venue adds another layer of pride. It reflects the Middle East’s rising stature, not just as a destination, but as a driver of global travel trends. The event also marks the entry of Embassy Suites by Hilton into the UAE, joining as this year’s Hospitality Partner. Ziad Tantawi, Cluster General Manager, Embassy Suites by Hilton, adds, “As Embassy Suites by Hilton makes its debut in the UAE, we are proud to partner with the Arabian Travel Awards to mark this milestone. This collaboration helps us amplify visibility, build strategic industry connections and solidify our position as a key player in the region’s upscale hospitality segment.”
