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Etihad Rail Dubai, Al Dhaid stations to open on September 30

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s national railway network, has announced that its passenger network will continue to expand with Dubai and Al Dhaid stations scheduled to open on September 30, 2026.

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Red Sea Global, DarkSky introduce world’s first DarkSky Resort certification

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, has partnered with DarkSky International to establish the world’s first certification recognising resorts that protect natural night skies through responsible outdoor lighting.

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Jazeera Airways offers up to 50pc off on GCC flights

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

Jazeera Airways has launched a GCC travel promotion, offering up to 50% off fares on flights across the Gulf region. The limited-time offer covers 13 destinations, with discounted bookings available from August 3–8, 2026 for travel through December 12, 2026.

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Kuwait Airways offers 20pc off on all-inclusive summer holiday packages

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

Kuwait Airways has unveiled its “Summer Packages” promotion, offering 20% off all-inclusive flight and hotel deals through Kuwait Airways Holidays. The limited-time offer covers global destinations across Europe, the Gulf, Middle East, and East Asia.

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BNW in deal to develop world’s first Dolce Residences by Wyndham in RAK

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

BNW Developments has sealed a strategic partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts for the debut launch of its branded Dolce Residences Ras Al Khaimah on Al Marjan Island. Set for 2028 handover, it will feature 93 premium residential units and five exclusive retail spaces.

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IATA pushes for more integrated approach to airline payments

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is encouraging airlines to adopt more strategic payment approaches as evolving customer expectations, expanding payment methods, and modern retailing trends increase the importance of efficient transaction systems, cost control, and revenue protection.

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Coral Beach Resort Sharjah becomes emirate’s first hotel to operate a biodigester

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has become the first hotel in the Emirate to operate a fully functional biodigester system, marking a new milestone in its sustainability efforts and responsible tourism initiatives.

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EventMania Festival returns with expanded format, wedding platform

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

EventMania Festival will return for its third consecutive year on September 8, 2026 at the SkyLight Gallery, Arjaan by Rotana Dubai Media City, marking its largest and most ambitious edition to date.

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Exhibition World Bahrain opens bookings for culinaire catering, hospitality services

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) has announced that bookings are now open for its EWB Culinaire catering and hospitality services, offering customised dining solutions for exhibitions, corporate events, weddings, private functions and large-scale occasions.

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Bahrain Airport Services concludes third “Take-Off” summer programme for youth

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

Bahrain Airport Services (BAS) has concluded the third edition of its “Take-Off” summer programme, reinforcing its commitment to youth development and aviation awareness through its corporate social responsibility initiatives.