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Powerhouse Parramatta to open in November 2026 with five major exhibitions

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Powerhouse Parramatta, one of Australia’s most significant new museum developments, will open to the public on November 7, 2026, featuring five major exhibitions and a programme spanning science, technology, engineering, art and design.

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Norwegian Aura to debut expanded wellness, dining experiences

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has unveiled new wellness and dining experiences aboard Norwegian Aura, its largest ship to date and latest addition to the Prima Plus Class.

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Sun Phu Quoc Airways appoints Aviareps as Mideast GSA

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Aviareps Middle East has been appointed the Official General Sales Agent (GSA) for Sun Phu Quoc Airways (SPA), strengthening the airline’s commercial presence across the Middle East.

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wfrlee secures Saudi registration to accelerate tourism-tech expansion

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

wfrlee.com, a “pay-as-you-stay” short-stay booking platform, has secured formal registration to establish its Saudi entity through an Investment Registration Certificate (Entrepreneur type), marking a key step in its expansion into the Kingdom’s rapidly growing tourism market.

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Saudi Tourism Development Fund appoints new spokesperson

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund (TDF) has appointed Mashail Mohammed Alkarni as its Official Spokesperson, as part of efforts to strengthen corporate communications and enhance engagement with the media and wider public.

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The Luxury Collection launches new destination-focused expeditions

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

The Luxury Collection has launched The Luxury Collection Expeditions, expanding its role as “The Destination Authority” beyond hotel stays and into immersive cultural experiences. The new collection invites travellers to connect more deeply with destinations through their people, traditions, landscapes and local expertise.

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Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from Dec 3 to 6

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

The Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will take place from December 3 to 6 at Yas Marina Circuit, bringing the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship season to a close.

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Tarco Aviation launches weekly Qassim–Khartoum flight

Sun, 23 Aug 2026

Cluster2 Airports, operator of Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Qassim, has announced the launch of Tarco Aviation’s first flight to Khartoum, with one weekly one-way service.

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Saudia offers 50pc discounts, AlFursan bonus credits

Sun, 23 Aug 2026

Saudia has launched a promotional offer providing discounts of up to 50% on Guest Class and Business Class flights from Saudi Arabia to international destinations, as well as connecting services across its network spanning four continents.

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Kuwait Airways, Al Muzaini Exchange expand customer-focused partnership

Sun, 23 Aug 2026

Kuwait Airways has signed a joint cooperation protocol with Al Muzaini Exchange aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two parties and expanding areas of joint work to deliver added value to their customers.