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DWP Congress 2026 to spotlight India’s growing role in luxury destination weddings

Mon, 28 Sep 2026

Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Congress 2026 will bring more than 350 global wedding professionals to Udaipur, marking the first India edition of the 12-year-old Congress. The international gathering highlights India’s growing prominence in luxury destination weddings and its expanding global industry appeal.

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Emirates unveils $13m lounge at Manchester Airport

Mon, 28 Sep 2026

Emirates has unveiled its new £10 million ($13 million) lounge at Manchester Airport’s Terminal 2, marking the first UK introduction of the airline’s latest signature lounge concept.

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Jeddah Airport begins phased operations at new Terminal 4

Mon, 28 Sep 2026

Jeddah Airports Company has begun the phased launch of operations at Terminal 4 of King Abdulaziz International Airport, with the transition started September 27, 2026, to improve efficiency and accommodate rising passenger traffic.

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Riyadh Season 2026 to open on October 21

Mon, 28 Sep 2026

Riyadh Season 2026 will open on October 21 with a 10-week programme featuring major sporting events, concerts, performances and family entertainment, Saudi General Entertainment Authority Chairman Turki Alalshikh announced.

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Emirates Premium Economy named product of the year in Thailand

Mon, 28 Sep 2026

Emirates has strengthened its position in Thailand’s aviation market after its Premium Economy product won the Travel & Leisure (Aviation) category at the 2026 Product of the Year Awards.

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RSG launches ‘Yacht Network’ to link Amaala, Red Sea destinations by sea

Sun, 27 Sep 2026

Red Sea Global (RSG) has announced the launch of the 'Yacht Network', a new operator for marinas and yacht clubs along Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast. The network will enable yacht owners and charter guests to enjoy a connected experience along the coastline as they explore the Red Sea.

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Al Rayyan opens 22-storey Crowne Plaza Times Square following revamp

Sun, 27 Sep 2026

Al Rayyan Tourism Investment Company (Artic), a leading international hospitality investment company, has announced the official opening of Crowne Plaza Manhattan Times Square, following the completion of an extensive transformation of one of its landmark hospitality assets in New York City.

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Etihad launches 30pc flight discount at The Galleria Al Maryah Island

Sun, 27 Sep 2026

Etihad Airways is offering travellers a 30% discount on flights to eight destinations during a week-long promotional event at The Galleria Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi from September 25 to October 1.

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World Economic Forum, Saudi Arabia launch first Beyond Tourism Impact Stars

Sun, 27 Sep 2026

The World Economic Forum has announced the inaugural cohort of Beyond Tourism Impact Stars, recognising six private-sector initiatives using tourism to strengthen communities, expand economic opportunity and protect the environment.

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AlUla wins gold for nature-positive tourism at 2026 ICRT Awards

Sun, 27 Sep 2026

AlUla has been awarded Gold in the Nature Positive Responsible Tourism category at the 2026 ICRT Responsible Tourism Awards, recognising its efforts to place environmental conservation and ecosystem restoration at the centre of tourism development.