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Air Arabia CEO receives Executive Leadership for Africa, Mideast award

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Air Arabia Group Chief Executive Officer Adel Al Ali has received the Executive Leadership for Africa and the Middle East award at the Airline Strategy Awards 2026 in London, recognising his contribution to aviation growth and transformation across the region.

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Late August emerges as best-value period for Saudi summer flights: Skyscanner

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Saudi families could save up to SAR4,128 ($1098.71) on summer flights by choosing cheaper travel dates, with Skyscanner revealing August 31 as the best-value week as many travellers continue searching for holiday deals.

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Mubadala Capital, Pierre & Vacances sign tender offer agreement for $1.1bn takeover

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Mubadala Capital (MC), through a special purpose vehicle controlled by MC, and Pierre et Vacances have entered into a Tender Offer Agreement which sets the terms and conditions of the proposed acquisition by MC of all of Pierre et Vacances outstanding securities through an all-cash voluntary tender offer.

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DCT Abu Dhabi celebrates Air India Express’ first flight from Navi Mumbai

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has welcomed a delegation of Indian journalists and Air India Express representatives following the launch of the airline’s inaugural service between Navi Mumbai International Airport and Abu Dhabi, the airport’s first international route.

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Etihad offers up to 20pc off sale on flights to over 45 destinations

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Etihad Airways has launched a limited-time global fare sale, offering travellers up to 20% off Business and Economy Class tickets to more than 45 destinations. The promotion is available for bookings made between July 20-26, 2026, with travel valid from August 1 to November 30, 2026.

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Avenew to bring Ritz-Carlton Residences to Dubai's World Islands

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Dubai-based Avenew Development has announced plans to develop The Ritz-Carlton Residences Dubai in The World Islands, the latest addition to its growing portfolio of distinguished addresses and its second collaboration with Marriott International.

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Malaysia retains title as world’s leading Muslim-friendly destination

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Malaysia has retained its position as the world's leading Muslim-friendly destination in the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2025, strengthening its appeal to GCC travellers seeking halal-friendly, family-oriented holidays.

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Emirates introduces U-Dream Headrest across economy fleet

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Emirates has unveiled the world’s first U-Dream Headrest for Economy Class passengers, introducing a new level of inflight comfort across its fleet.

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Jazeera Airways expands Egypt network with 16 additional weekly flights

Sun, 19 Jul 2026

Jazeera Airways has expanded its Kuwait–Egypt network by adding 16 weekly flights to Sharm El Sheikh, Alexandria, Sohag and Hurghada, increasing its total to 126 direct weekly services.

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Saudi Tourism Authority turns FIFA hydration breaks into live travel giveaway

Sun, 19 Jul 2026

The Saudi Tourism Authority has transformed one of football's most familiar match-day moments into an interactive social media campaign, using FIFA World Cup hydration breaks as the basis for a live Instagram competition designed to showcase travel experiences across Saudi Arabia.