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Global Partners, Marriott announce branded residences in Dubai Creek

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Global Partners has entered into an agreement with Marriott International to develop two branded residential projects in Dubai Creek, marking a major milestone for the waterfront district and the investment firm’s second flagship real estate fund.

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Dubai Calendar reveals September 2026 events programme

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Dubai Calendar has unveiled its September 2026 programme, featuring a diverse line-up of live music, comedy, theatre, ballet and sporting events across the city.

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PATA Travel Mart 2026 connects 1,100 tourism delegates in Kuching

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

PATA Travel Mart 2026 (PTM 2026) has opened in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia, bringing together more than 1,100 tourism delegates from 48 countries and destinations for one of Asia Pacific’s leading international business-to-business travel trade events.

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Azerbaijan showcases tourism offerings at PATA Travel Mart

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

The Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB), alongside four local tourism industry partners, showcased the country’s tourism offerings at PATA Travel Mart (PTM) 2026 in Kuching, Malaysia, strengthening Azerbaijan’s engagement with international travel markets.

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Expo Centre Sharjah secures ISO 20121 certification for sustainable events

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Expo Centre Sharjah has secured ISO 20121 certification for Sustainable Event Management, reinforcing its commitment to international sustainability standards.

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92 Emirati students graduate from Abu Dhabi Tourism Youth Summer Camp

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has celebrated the graduation of 92 Emirati students from the 2026 Tourism Youth Summer Camp (TYSC), a flagship initiative aimed at preparing young Emirati talent for careers in the emirate’s tourism and hospitality sectors.

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Powerhouse Parramatta to open in November 2026 with five major exhibitions

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Powerhouse Parramatta, one of Australia’s most significant new museum developments, will open to the public on November 7, 2026, featuring five major exhibitions and a programme spanning science, technology, engineering, art and design.

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Norwegian Aura to debut expanded wellness, dining experiences

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has unveiled new wellness and dining experiences aboard Norwegian Aura, its largest ship to date and latest addition to the Prima Plus Class.

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Sun Phu Quoc Airways appoints Aviareps as Mideast GSA

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Aviareps Middle East has been appointed the Official General Sales Agent (GSA) for Sun Phu Quoc Airways (SPA), strengthening the airline’s commercial presence across the Middle East.

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wfrlee secures Saudi registration to accelerate tourism-tech expansion

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

wfrlee.com, a “pay-as-you-stay” short-stay booking platform, has secured formal registration to establish its Saudi entity through an Investment Registration Certificate (Entrepreneur type), marking a key step in its expansion into the Kingdom’s rapidly growing tourism market.