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Amman Marriott Hotel reopens following major renovation

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

The Amman Marriott Hotel has reopened following a major renovation, marking a new chapter in its 44-year history as one of Jordan’s established hospitality destinations.

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Ooredoo Kuwait, Qatar Airways team up on loyalty rewards

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

Ooredoo Kuwait has partnered with Qatar Airways Privilege Club to expand travel rewards available through its Nojoom loyalty programme, allowing customers to convert Nojoom points into Avios directly via the Ooredoo App.

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Kuwait Airways adds two weekly Zurich flights to summer schedule

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

Kuwait Airways announced the launch of its first commercial flights to Zurich, Switzerland, with two weekly flights operating on Fridays and Sundays as part of its summer schedule.

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WTTC warns EU border delays could jeopardise $45bn in tourism spending

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

New research commissioned by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) warns that prolonged border delays linked to the rollout of Europe's new Entry/Exit System (EES) could put up to 41 million visitor arrivals and $45.4 billion in visitor spending at risk from four of Europe's most important source markets.

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Saudi Arabia, Indonesia expand tourism ties

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia and Indonesia reaffirmed tourism cooperation during a meeting in Toledo, Spain, focusing on boosting visitor flows, enhancing Hajj and Umrah experiences, and expanding leisure travel under their existing tourism partnership agreement.

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Oman’s key summer tourism festival set for mid-July launch

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

Oman’s Al Jabal Al Akhdar Festival 2026 is expected to boost tourism and regional economic growth in A’Dakhiliyah Governorate, running from July 15 to August’s end and highlighting the area’s natural attractions for visitors.

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flynas to start Jeddah–Rabat flights on July 4

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

flynas will launch direct flights between Jeddah and Rabat on July 4, becoming the first Saudi airline to operate the route and expanding air connectivity and travel options between Saudi Arabia and Morocco.

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flydubai secures three wins at Aviation Achievement Awards 2026

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, received three awards at the annual Aviation Achievement Awards. The carrier was named “Airline of the Year” and also received the “Trailblazer Award for Outstanding New Service Launch” and the “Best Airline Talent Development & Workforce Strategy” award.

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Zain, Dammam Airports partner to enhance aviation digital services

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

Zain Saudi Arabia signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dammam Airports to enhance the company's digital infrastructure, supporting its role in the national aviation sector and improving the passenger experience.

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New direct air route links Al-Ahsa, Turkey’s Rize–Artvin Airport

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

Turkish Airlines and Al Ghazal Travel and Tourism Agency are set to launch direct flights between Al-Ahsa International Airport in Saudi Arabia and Rize–Artvin Airport in Türkiye.