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Vatel Bahrain tops Mideast hospitality education 2026

Mon, 01 Jun 2026

Vatel Bahrain has been named “Leading Hospitality and Tourism Management Institution in the Middle East for 2026” at the global Travel and Tourism Awards by UK-based LUXlife magazine.

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flyadeal expands multinational cabin crew team

Mon, 01 Jun 2026

In celebration of International Cabin Crew Day, flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing low-cost airline, announced the graduation of its 76th group of cabin crew since its 2017 launch.

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Jazeera Airways relaunches direct flights to Budapest

Mon, 01 Jun 2026

Jazeera Airways, Kuwait's leading low-cost carrier, announced the relaunch of direct flights between Kuwait and Budapest, Hungary on the sidelines of the UEFA Champions League final match in Budapest.

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ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi wins five awards at Eventex 2026

Mon, 01 Jun 2026

The ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, the flagship venue of ADNEC Group, a Modon company, has won five global awards at Eventex 2026, one of the world’s leading accolades for events, exhibitions, conferences, and experiential marketing.

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Saudia advances fleet expansion with 12 aircraft deliveries in 2026

Mon, 01 Jun 2026

Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, continues its fleet expansion through ongoing planned deliveries of 12 new aircraft throughout 2026, reinforcing its long-term transformation strategy focused on growth, operational efficiency, and enhanced global connectivity.

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Oman unveils $31m hospitality projects in Al Hamra, Mirbat

Mon, 01 Jun 2026

Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has signed two usufruct agreements to establish a four-star resort in the Wilayat of Al Hamra in A’Dakhiliyah Governorate and a five-star hotel in the Wilayat of Mirbat in Dhofar Governorate, with an investment cost exceeding $31 million.

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Parisian elegance meets luxury hospitality at Printemps Paris

Sun, 31 May 2026

The Middle East remains a vital global feeder market for Printemps Paris, the iconic Boulevard Haussmann luxury institution celebrating Parisian elegance since 1865. To entice regional travellers, Printemps has launched a premium in-store activation for Eid Al Adha 2026, featuring storewide discounts, Arabic-speaking personal shoppers, and VIP lounge access.

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UAE advises nationals, residents against travel to Uganda, DR Congo, South Sudan

Sun, 31 May 2026

The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has advised UAE nationals and residents against travel to Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and South Sudan unless absolutely necessary in light of the evolving public health situation related to ebola virus disease (EVD).

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Summer travel boom fuels increase in online booking scams, says expert

Sat, 30 May 2026

Holidaymakers need to slow down before scanning QR codes, clicking booking links or entering card details, as travel scams linked to fake booking confirmations and 'reservation hijacking' become more convincing ahead of the summer rush, warned a top travel industry expert.

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23,500 attend ITB China, as event drives global travel collaboration

Thu, 28 May 2026

ITB China 2026, the premier B2B travel trade show dedicated to the Chinese travel market, concluded on Thursday (May 28) at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center, recording a 20% year-on-year increase in net exhibition area.