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Somabay gains global recognition as leading Red Sea destination

Thu, 02 Apr 2026

Somabay reinforces its reputation as a leading Red Sea destination, earning recognition from Cazenove+Loyd for its long-term vision, integrated community model, and sustainable development strategy.

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Wingie transforms airline refund process with AI-powered smart refund tech

Thu, 02 Apr 2026

Wingie, a travel marketplace in the Mena region, has introduced its next-generation AI-powered smart refund technology, enabling airline refund processes to be managed through digital channels without the need for call centre interactions.

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Chedi Hospitality expands to Maldives with JIH Global partnership

Thu, 02 Apr 2026

Chedi Hospitality, a leader in luxury lifestyle and design-led hospitality, has announced a strategic partnership with JIH Global Investments to enter the Maldives.

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Dubai Safari Park celebrates birth of second endangered white rhino calf

Thu, 02 Apr 2026

Dubai Safari Park welcomed its second white rhino calf on March 1, 2026, highlighting conservation efforts for the Near Threatened species, with about 15,700 remaining in the wild and declining globally.

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flydubai starts flights to Chattogram

Thu, 02 Apr 2026

flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced the resumption of direct flights between Chattogram and Dubai. Flights will operate as part of the flydubai and Emirates codeshare partnership

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Crafting moments of connection this Easter

Thu, 02 Apr 2026

As spring arrives, UAE hospitality venues plan Easter events focused on family connection and tradition, offering immersive, multi-generational experiences that blend refined dining, interactive leisure, and luxury across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah.

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Jazeera boosts India operations with flights to Vijayawada, Lucknow

Thu, 02 Apr 2026

Kuwait's leading low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways has added two more new Indian destinations to its network - Vijayawada and Lucknow, further expanding its footprint across the country. With this latest expansion under Project Vande Bharat, Jazeera now serves a total of 14 Indian cities.

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Gulf Air adds Europe, India destinations to its Dammam network

Thu, 02 Apr 2026

Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air has announced the expansion of its temporary operations from the King Fahd International Airport in the Saudi city of Dammam adding three new destinations - Istanbul (Turkey), Athens (Greece) as well as the South Indian city of Thiruvananthapuram.

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Chapman Freeborn appoints new President for APAC

Wed, 01 Apr 2026

Chapman Freeborn, a global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group, has appointed Latha Narayan as President APAC, effective April 1.

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Hong Kong set to regain its status as a top global tourist destination: WTTC

Wed, 01 Apr 2026

World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) research shows Hong Kong, China can reclaim its status as a top destination for international travellers by investing in promotion and targeting key source markets, highlighting strategies for recovery and growth in the travel and tourism sector.