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Dubai Airports advances sustainability with 45 MWp solar programme

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

Dubai Airports’ first ESG Impact Report highlights measurable sustainability progress across DXB and DWC, including a 144.72 GWh reduction in electricity consumption, a 45 MWp rooftop solar programme and the introduction of a 5% biodiesel blend across airport and partner vehicle fleets as operations continue to expand.

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Visit Qatar brings The Garden Souq to Singapore during F1 race week

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

Visit Qatar will bring The Garden Souq by Visit Qatar to Raffles Hotel Singapore from October 7 to 9, offering race-week visitors an immersive introduction to Qatar’s culture, cuisine and craftsmanship.

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Guggenheim Abu Dhabi reveals architectural vision ahead of December opening

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has unveiled the architectural vision for Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, designed by Frank Gehry and set to open on December 11, 2026. The museum’s site-specific design responds to Abu Dhabi’s landscape, climate and cultural identity.

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Club 15 to bring new sports, lifestyle destination to Dubai this October

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

Dubai is set to welcome Club 15, a new 15,000-square-metre sports and lifestyle destination in Al Quoz, this October, bringing professional-level sport, training, recovery, wellness, family activities, hospitality and social spaces together under one roof.

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Wynn Al Marjan Island unveils 98-berth superyacht marina in RAK

Mon, 05 Oct 2026

Wynn Al Marjan Island, a $5.7-billion beachfront resort in Ras Al Khaimah, has unveiled the designs for its luxury project - Wynn Marina - positioning it as a waterfront destination and gateway to the wider resort. The 98-berth superyacht marina will offer views of yachts, waterfront activity and Gulf sunsets.

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One&Only The Palm to welcome new waterfront restaurant Casea 101

Mon, 05 Oct 2026

One&Only The Palm will welcome Casea 101 by Yannick Alléno on October 19, 2026, introducing a new waterfront dining destination inspired by the flavours and social atmosphere of the Riviera.

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The Helicopter Company, webook.com join forces to boost Saudi aerial tourism

Mon, 05 Oct 2026

The Helicopter Company (THC), a PIF company and Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator, has partnered with Saudi-built experiences platform webook.com to offer helicopter sightseeing tours through its website and app.

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Riyadh Air opens ticket sales for new Riyadh-Jakarta route

Mon, 05 Oct 2026

Riyadh Air has opened ticket sales for a new three-times-weekly service between Riyadh and Jakarta, with flights starting November 16, 2026, expanding the airline’s growing Asian network to its 16th destination.

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flyadeal arrives in Mumbai, expands India-Saudi Arabia connectivity

Mon, 05 Oct 2026

flyadeal, Saudia Group’s low-cost carrier, has launched its non-stop service between Mumbai and Riyadh, marking the airline's second destination in India after Hyderabad, and further strengthening its presence in one of its key international markets.

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Saudia marketing transformation drives double-digit revenue growth in H1 2026

Mon, 05 Oct 2026

Saudia has reported double-digit global revenue growth in the first half of 2026, alongside improved return on ad spend and a double-digit reduction in cost of sale compared with the same period last year, following a marketing transformation led by Arved von zur Muehlen, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer.