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Lufthansa Group launches NDC Partner Program in the UAE

Lufthansa Group has launched a new NDC (New Distribution Capability) Partner Program in the UAE which offers immediate information and access to Lufthansa Group Airlines’ NDC API solutions.

Middle East

India on track to be the third largest aviation market by 2025

Qatar Airways' group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, agrees that India is on track to become the third largest global aviation market by 2025 when he addressed the key leaders in the aviation industry at the International Aviation Summit in New Delhi, India.

Middle East

Qatar is the most open country for visas in ME – UNWTO

Qatar has become the most open country in the Middle East and the 8th most open in the world in terms of visa facilitation.

Middle East

Hampton by Hilton debuts in ME as largest hotel of its portfolio

As part of the brand’s international growth strategy, Hampton by Hilton has announced its debut in the Middle East with its largest property yet.

Middle East

Record numbers set to attend MeetChina forum on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Two-day forum on Yas Island – Abu Dhabi is set to welcome 85 top tier travel buyers from China and 75 suppliers from across the MENA region.

Middle East

Fraser Suites debuts in Muscat, plans to double properties in ME

Fraser Suites, a luxury brand that offers serviced apartments, has announced its first property in Oman as part of its plans to double its footprint in the Middle East to 13 properties.

Middle East

Off The Beaten Track: Explore ancient Turkey with D-Resorts

With the experience economy booming, it’s time to start meandering off the beaten Turkish track for experiences that give travellers a taste of ancient Turkey.

Middle East

Marching towards zero-waste: Armani Hotel Dubai

Armani Hotel Dubai is advancing its sustainability initiatives and has partnered with leading tech-firm Winnow to avoid wastage of food resources.

Middle East

Royal Jordanian and Tunisair announce codeshare partnership

Middle Eastern carriers, Royal Jordanian and Tunisair, have announced they have reached a conclusion to their negotiations for a free sale code share agreement this week.

Middle East

What’s up Dubai: New openings and attractions

From Michelin-starred chefs’ restaurant openings and a new Emirates flight route from Edinburgh to world-renowned sports star such as Michael Johnson opening his first fitness centre in the region — find out all the latest news from Dubai.

Middle East

Qatar Airways to treat Singapore and Tokyo to “the finest experience”

Qatar Airways has announced that the A350-1000, equipped with the airline’s luxury Qsuite, will be available on flights to and from Singapore’s Changi Airport.

Middle East

Wego report: Egypt still most popular among MENA travellers

Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the MENA region, released the MENA Traveller Destination Leaderboards for Q2-2018. This report highlights the rise and fall in popularity of travel destinations amongst travellers from the MENA region.

Middle East

Alpha Destination Management announces new cruising and yachting experiences

Capitalising on the cruise industry's growth, Alpha Destination Management announced its new offering of cruising experiences from alluring voyages to exciting on- and off-board excursions as well as luxury yacht charter services.

Middle East

Dusit International expands in ME with first hotel in Qatar

Thailand-based global hospitality company, Dusit International, has signed a management agreement with the Al Majed Group to operate Dusit Doha Hotel, the group’s first Dusit-branded property in Qatar.

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Christmas on the Nile with Discover Egypt’s latest itinerary

UK-based Egypt holiday provider, Discover Egypt, has announced its Christmas departure for a Nile cruise onboard its newly-refurbished ship, the M/S Tulip.

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