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Qatar International Food Festival returns in January

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

The Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) will return from January 14 to January 24, 2026, for its 15th edition, Visit Qatar has announced.

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Gulf Air expands codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, has expanded its codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines, the national flag carrier of Türkiye, unlocking new routes to Europe via Istanbul and giving passengers access to additional destinations across Europe and Türkiye through Istanbul Airport (IST).

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Air Arabia launches new service to Warsaw Modlin Airport

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Air Arabia has started its new service to Warsaw Modlin Airport. The inaugural service departed Sharjah International Airport on December 20, 2025 and was welcomed upon arrival with a special ceremony at Warsaw Modlin Airport attended by senior representatives from Air Arabia and the airport.

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Fahad Al Mheiri named Boeing Vice President for Mena

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Boeing has appointed Fahad Al Mheiri as its new Vice President for the Middle East Gulf and North Africa region, starting in January. Based in Dubai, Al Mheiri succeeds Kuljit Ghata-Aura, who has moved into a new executive role with the company.

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Vatel Bahrain reinforces its partnership with Mövenpick Hotel

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Vatel Bahrain has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain as part of its commitment to reinforcing its partnerships with leading institutions in the hospitality sector.

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Expo City Dubai hosts over 75 events in 2025

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Expo City Dubai concluded a bustling year in 2025, hosting over 75 events and welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors, while preparing for an even bigger 2026 alongside the Dubai Exhibition Centre.

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EDID secures three RoyalJet ACJ320neo design contract

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Edése Doret Industrial Design (EDID), a leader in luxury aviation and yacht design, has been awarded the design contract by RoyalJet, the Abu Dhabi-based global premium private jet operator, for the interiors of three Airbus Corporate Jet ACJ320neo aircraft.

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Saudi Tourism Ministry launches Northern Trail Guide from Riyadh to Hail

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism, Ahmed Al-Khateeb, launched a trip along the Northern Trail from Riyadh to Hail as part of the Saudi Winter programme, which aims to showcase the Kingdom’s tourism diversity.

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SACRA wellness complex to open in Dubai March 2026

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

SACRA, the Middle East’s only World Spa Resort and the region’s largest bath and wellness complex, will open in March 2026 in Dubai. Opening at 17B Street in Jumeirah 1, SACRA stretches across 2,400 square meters, bringing a completely new standard of relaxation, recovery, and modern wellbeing to the city.

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Syria Tourism Ministry launches first discount card offering 50pc off

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

The Syrian Ministry of Tourism, with private partners, launched the "Tamayouz" card, Syria’s first tourism discount card. It offers up to 50% off at over 70 establishments, including hotels, resorts, and travel agencies, with promotions renewed monthly and the network set to expand.