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Ski holidays, arctic escapes drive UAE winter travel demand: dnata Travel

Mon, 14 Sep 2026

UAE residents are increasingly opting for ski holidays and Arctic adventures this winter, with demand for cooler-climate destinations rising across Europe and Asia. Japan has entered dnata Travel’s top five most-booked international destinations for winter 2026/27.

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Emerging Travel Group expands marketing hub with Rippla partnership

Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Emerging Travel Group (ETG), operator of RateHawk, ZenHotels and Roundtrip, is expanding its Marketing Hub through a partnership with Rippla, adding influencer marketing to its hospitality solutions.

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Zayed International Airport earns Certified Autism Centre designation

Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Zayed International Airport (AUH) has received the Certified Autism Centre (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), recognising its commitment to inclusive and accessible air travel.

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Dubai Safari Park unveils season eight plans with new premium experience

Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Dubai Safari Park is preparing to reopen for its eighth season on October 12, unveiling new visitor experiences, a refreshed brand platform and expanded international travel-trade representation at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026.

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Global Village sets October 14 opening for Season 31

Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Global Village has announced that Season 31 will open on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, running until May 2027 under the theme ‘A More Wonderful World’. The Dubai destination will introduce new attractions, experiences and entertainment alongside returning favourites

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Egypt retains top spot as Wego tracks major shifts in Mideast travel

Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Travel demand across the Middle East remained resilient in the first eight months of 2026 despite flight disruptions, with search activity holding firm. Egypt retained the top destination ranking, while Nepal, China and Vietnam recorded significant gains, according to Wego data.

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STORY Hospitality unveils next phase of growth at ATM 2026

Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Abu Dhabi-based hospitality management group STORY Hospitality will showcase its latest developments and growth strategy at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, taking place from September 14-17 at Dubai World Trade Centre.

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Atara Development advances Sheraton Residences project on Al Marjan Island

Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Atara Development is advancing the next phase of The Residences at Sheraton Al Marjan Island Resort, refining its residential offering as Al Marjan Island strengthens its position as an emerging tourism, hospitality and real estate destination in the UAE.

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King Fahd International Airport expansion moves forward with new design contract

Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Dammam Airports has signed a design contract with WSP for the development of King Fahd International Airport in line with the airport’s approved master plan.

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80 hotels in 9 countries to join ALL Accor+ Explorer

Mon, 14 Sep 2026

Accor Plus today announced that over 80 hotels across 9 additional countries will join ALL Accor+ Explorer from October, opening up more places for members to stay, dine and explore across the Middle East and Pakistan.