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Dubai's Airport Show postponed to October

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Leading events organiser RX has confirmed that the 2026 edition of Airport Show co-located with Global Airport Leaders’ Forum and Women In Aviation Middle East Conference, originally scheduled to take place from May 12 to 14 at Dubai World Trade Centre, will now take place from October 12-14, with the venue remaining unchanged.

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Jazeera Airways resumes flights to Islamabad

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Jazeera Airways announced the resumption of its flights to Islamabad, Pakistan, further reinforcing a vital travel corridor between the two countries during this critical period.

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Abu Dhabi hotels offer free museum access until April 5

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Experience Abu Dhabi offers hotel guests free entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi, Zayed National Museum, and Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi with a minimum two-night stay at 171 hotels citywide, valid until Sunday, 5 April.

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Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah launches wellness experiences for Dubai Residents

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah is introducing two wellness-focused offerings to help Dubai residents relax, recharge, and prioritise self-care, available until 30 September 2026.

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Beijing named Official Host City of CIMX 2026

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Beijing’s culture and tourism bureau and Messe Berlin China expanded strategic cooperation to link global MICE resources with China, with Beijing hosting the inaugural China International MICE Exchange from 3–5 November 2026.

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Trip.com, Checkout.com to simplify payments for global travellers

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Checkout.com, a digital payment company, announced a strategic partnership with international travel service provider Trip.com to support the travel platform’s global expansion through improved payment performance and seamless booking experiences.

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Ethiopian Airlines leases two Boeing 777-300ERSF freighters from AerCap

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Ethiopian Airlines signed lease agreements with AerCap for two Boeing 777-300ERSF freighters, the first of their kind in Africa. Deliveries are set for Q2 2028.

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Marriott Bonvoy, Ethiopian Airlines partner to enhance loyalty rewards

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s travel programme, and Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline and a Star Alliance member, have announced a partnership allowing members to earn and redeem points and miles across both hotel stays and flights.

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IHG boosts European growth, expanding its portfolio over 27pc in three years

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is rapidly expanding its footprint in Europe, adding over 32,800 rooms in the past three years to its portfolio – growth of 27%.

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Marriott, Sun Group sign 10 new hotels to expand Vietnam presence

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Marriott International partnered with Vietnam's Sun Group to open 10 hotels and resorts, spanning eight Marriott brands, with nearly 4,500 rooms across Phu Quoc and Vung Tau.