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Red Sea Global sets record with 10 LEED Platinum-certified resorts

Sun, 12 Jul 2026

Red Sea Global became the world’s largest developer of LEED Platinum-certified hotels after five more Shura Island resorts earned top sustainability ratings, bringing its total to 10 certified properties powered by renewable energy, with six more pursuing certification.

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Abha Airport ranks first globally for on-time performance in June

Sun, 12 Jul 2026

Abha International Airport, operated by Cluster2 Airports, ranked first globally in its category for on-time performance in June 2026, achieving a 93.84 per cent departure punctuality rate, according to aviation analytics firm Cirium.

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Dubai Customs gears up for 3m summer travellers

Sun, 12 Jul 2026

Dubai Customs expects three million passengers in early July and has launched a coordinated summer travel plan featuring advanced baggage screening, seven-second manual inspections, dedicated pet inspection rooms, and enhanced customs awareness.

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flydubai resumes flights to Aleppo, increases Damascus frequency

Fri, 10 Jul 2026

flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced the resumption and expansion of its network operations into Syria with the launch of a new daily non-stop service to Aleppo International Airport (ALP).

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Luxury meets longevity: New era of wellness retreats in Maldives

Fri, 10 Jul 2026

As longevity continues to shape the future of wellness globally, THE OZEN COLLECTION is redefining the luxury resort experience through personalised, science-led wellbeing practices.

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Airbus forecasts demand for 42,000 new aircraft over next two decades

Fri, 10 Jul 2026

Global airlines will require more than 42,000 new aircraft over the next 20 years, driven by rapid urbanisation, rising incomes and the growing accessibility of air travel, according to Airbus' 2026-2045 Global Market Forecast.

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Qatar Airways to showcase its FIFA livery aircraft at Farnborough airshow

Thu, 09 Jul 2026

Qatar Airways will participate in Farnborough International Airshow 2026, bringing its world-class travel experience to one of the most influential global events in the aviation industry.

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Radisson introduces real-time AI price matching for direct bookings

Thu, 09 Jul 2026

Radisson Hotel Group has introduced an AI-powered real-time price matching feature that automatically matches lower publicly available room rates found on third-party booking platforms, aiming to simplify direct hotel bookings.

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Digital Dubai, Emirates Group partner to boost digital readiness

Thu, 09 Jul 2026

Digital Dubai and the Emirates Group have signed a collaboration agreement to strengthen Dubai’s digital readiness by expanding the airline group’s access to Digital Dubai’s digital services ecosystem and platforms.

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AlUla unveils family summer getaway

Thu, 09 Jul 2026

AlUla is positioning itself as a family-friendly summer destination, offering a blend of heritage, nature and cultural experiences.