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SalamAir partners with Amadeus to expand global distribution

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Oman’s low-cost carrier SalamAir has signed a distribution agreement with travel technology provider Amadeus to expand its international reach and strengthen access to global markets.

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Qatar Airways, QNB Group sign global digital payments partnership

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Qatar Airways and QNB Group have entered into a strategic global payments partnership aimed at enhancing digital transactions, improving customer experience and supporting cross-border commerce across the airline’s international sales network.

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Emirates opens new travel store in Bahrain

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Emirates has opened a new travel store in Manama, Bahrain, strengthening its presence in the Kingdom and expanding its customer service offerings after 26 years of operations in the market.

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Sheraton Amman named Jordan’s Best MICE Hotel 2026

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Sheraton Amman Al Nabil Hotel has been named Jordan’s Best MICE Hotel 2026 at the World MICE Awards, recognising its contribution to the country’s meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions sector.

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Cheval Collection unveils new brand identity, digital platform amid Mideast expansion

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Cheval Collection, the UK-based luxury hotel apartments and branded residences company, has unveiled a refreshed brand identity and redesigned digital platform, marking its most significant brand evolution in more than 16 years as it expands across the Middle East and international markets.

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U by Emaar, Visa sign 10-year partnership for premium GCC rewards programme

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

U by Emaar, Emaar’s lifestyle loyalty programme, has announced a 10-year co-branded partnership with Visa to introduce a premium lifestyle rewards proposition across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.

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Dubai launches sports calendar featuring over 500 events for 2026-2027 season

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

The Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has launched its latest Dubai Sports Events Calendar, featuring more than 500 sporting events, including over 80 international tournaments and championships, scheduled across the emirate during the 2026-2027 season.

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Ajman Tourism roadshow targets new visitor markets in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Ajman’s Department of Tourism, Culture & Media has concluded a promotional roadshow in Central Asia, visiting Tashkent in Uzbekistan and Almaty in Kazakhstan to expand its tourism source markets and attract new visitor segments.

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GEA launches booklet for Riyadh Season’s seventh edition

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority Chairman Turki Alalshikh has launched the booklet for Riyadh Season’s seventh edition, highlighting key attractions and major sporting events, including WWE Crown Jewel, the Six Kings Slam tennis tournament and boxing matches featuring international stars.

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Abu Dhabi Festival to host Middle East’s first outdoor Children’s Biennale

Mon, 19 Oct 2026

Abu Dhabi Festival will present the Middle East’s first outdoor Children’s Biennale at Umm Al Emarat Park from 6 November to 6 December, transforming the Abu Dhabi green space into an interactive art experience designed to encourage creativity, curiosity and environmental awareness among young visitors.