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Dividend Gate Capital to launch Bahrain’s first indoor ski academy

Wed, 13 May 2026

Dividend Gate Capital, Bahrain-based private equity firm, plans first indoor ski academy with international partner, responding to rising skiing popularity among Bahrainis and GCC families, driven by increased winter travel to Europe and other destinations.

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Miraval The Red Sea set to open on May 15

Wed, 13 May 2026

Red Sea Global will expand its offering at The Red Sea destination with Miraval The Red Sea opening on May 15 on Shura Island, ahead of Eid Al-Adha travel demand.

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ALAIN breaks ground on Four Seasons Private Residences Abu Dhabi

Wed, 13 May 2026

ALAIN, a leading Abu Dhabi-based asset management company, has commenced construction of Four Seasons Private Residences Abu Dhabi at Saadiyat Beach, marking a key milestone in the delivery of the capital’s most prestigious beachfront residential offering.

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Mideast airports face $1bn loss amid conflict disruption

Wed, 13 May 2026

The Middle East conflict caused $900 million–$1 billion revenue loss for nine airports over two months, a 55% shortfall against budgeted income, driven by sharp declines in passenger and cargo traffic, says ACI APAC & MID with Flare Aviation Consulting.

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Abu Dhabi marks International Museum Day with free museum access

Tue, 12 May 2026

Abu Dhabi is marking International Museum Day by showcasing its expanding cultural network across Saadiyat Island, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra, reinforcing its position as a leading global hub for museums and heritage experiences, with select free access offered.

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Minor Hotels signs Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences on Egypt’s Red Sea

Tue, 12 May 2026

Minor Hotels has signed Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences in Egypt, set to open in May 2030 with 300 hotel keys and 150 branded residential units, marking a key expansion milestone in the country.

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Air India Express earns 4-Star Skytrax rating

Tue, 12 May 2026

Air India Express has received a 4 Star World Airline Rating from Skytrax after its first full audit, marking a milestone in its ongoing transformation of guest experience and service standards.

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Saudi National Museum marks International Museum Day with cultural programme

Tue, 12 May 2026

The National Museum of Saudi Arabia will mark International Museum Day 2026 with a three-day cultural programme from May 14–16, held under the International Council of Museums (ICOM) global theme, “Museums Unite a Divided World.”

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Dubai Islands to host Ramada Residences by Wyndham

Tue, 12 May 2026

Grovy Developers has partnered with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and USquare to launch Ramada Residences by Wyndham at Dubai Islands, marking a branded residential project that combines hospitality standards with real estate living.

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Riyadh Air expands Saudi aviation careers with Nawat Programme

Tue, 12 May 2026

Riyadh Air has launched the Nawat Cabin Crew Programme to train Saudi nationals for aviation careers, supporting Vision 2030 and its goal of connecting Saudi Arabia to over 100 destinations by 2030.