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Cappadocia, now on the Michelin Map 

Cappadocia stands as one of Türkiye’s most extraordinary regions, renowned for its fairy chimneys, sunrise hot air balloon rides, cave

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Arabian Travel Market to launch dedicated Travel Tech show at 2026 edition

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has announced the launch of ATM Travel Tech, a new co-located event that will debut at

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UAE launches BRIDGE Summit

The UAE National Media Office (NMO) has announced the launch of the BRIDGE Summit, scheduled to take place in Abu

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Yas Island Abu Dhabi and Zayed International Airport Surprises Saudi visitors with an Unforgettable Saudi National Day Moment

Travellers arriving from Saudi Arabia were welcomed by Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island characters Tom and Jerry and received special

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QAIA achieves highest-ever monthly traffic

Airport International Group announced that Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) welcomed 1,081,573 passengers (PAX) in August 2025, marking a 12.2%

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Hamad International Airport signs MOU with Beijing Daxing International Airport

Hamad International Airport (DOH), Qatar’s award-winning hub, has signed a Sister Airport Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Beijing Daxing

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Emirates Flight Catering launches inaugural Culinary Arts Apprenticeship Programme with Dubai College of Tourism

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) has launched its inaugural Culinary Arts Apprenticeship Programme, in partnership with the Dubai College of Tourism

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Dubai Hosts First Cruise Arabia Summit as Gulf Pushes to Become Global Maritime Tourism Hub

Dubai has hosted the first Connections Cruise Arabia Summit, spotlighting the Gulf’s ambitions to become a global hub for cruise tourism. Industry leaders unveiled data showing strong demand growth, while Saudi Arabia and the UAE outlined strategies to expand capacity, jobs, and infrastructure.

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Golf, Wellness, and Luxury Living: Mandarin Oriental Unveils New Dubai Project

Mandarin Oriental will open its first golf resort in Dubai in 2030 at Jumeirah Golf Estates. The project, which includes 121 rooms and 97 branded residences, combines luxury hospitality, wellness, golf, and equestrian amenities to create a new benchmark in integrated living.

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Saudia and Flyadeal Launch SAR 95 Domestic Fares to Mark Kingdom’s 95th National Day

Saudia and Flyadeal are offering domestic flights starting at SAR 95 in celebration of the Kingdom’s 95th National Day. The promotion aims to make travel more affordable and stimulate domestic tourism across Saudi Arabia

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Riyadh Airports Company wins at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2025 – Middle East

The company has relied on innovation, connectivity, and record-breaking passenger numbers to accelerate its global growth. Riyadh Airports Company (RAC)

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Yas Island’s annual passes sell out ahead of season

Following exceptional demand, Yas Island announces that Yas Annual Passes for 2025 have officially sold out. Although passes are now

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Plan B Tourism, Jordan and Royal Jordanian Airlines host Indian Travel Trade Fraternity

To elevate Jordan’s strategic appeal as a cultural and business travel hub, Plan B Tourism, Jordan and Royal Jordanian Airlines

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Etihad Airways Named Five-Star Global Airline by APEX for 2026

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has once again been recognised as a Five-Star Global Airline by the

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Ajman Tourism Rolls Into China with Roadshow Stops in Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen

Ajman Tourism has launched a five-day roadshow across Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen to expand its footprint in China. The initiative aims to secure new partnerships, showcase Ajman’s tourism assets, and strengthen its position on the global tourism map

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