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flydubai expands Italy network with more flights to Milan, Naples

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

flydubai is expanding its Italy network with increased services to Milan-Bergamo and Naples. From 31 July 2026, the airline will launch double-daily Milan flights, alongside daily Naples and other seasonal Italian routes.

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Burj Khalifa introduces UPI payments for Indian visitors

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

NEOPAY has launched Unified Payments Interface (UPI) acceptance for online bookings at At the Top, Burj Khalifa, in partnership with NPCI International Payments Limited and Emaar Entertainment, becoming the first UAE attraction to enable UPI e-commerce payments for Indian visitors.

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DAE posts $229.9m H1 profit as global aircraft portfolio grows

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) reported strong first-half 2026 results, with revenue rising to $865.9 million and profit before tax reaching $229.9 million, reflecting continued growth and a 26.6% pre-tax margin.

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Emirates expands autism-friendly travel programme in Philippines

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

Emirates has expanded its Travel Rehearsal programme to Clark International Airport, helping neurodiverse children and their families prepare for air travel through a guided airport experience. The initiative marks the airline’s second rehearsal in the Philippines, following an event in Cebu in June.

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IHG launches AI-powered travel search on digital platforms

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

IHG Hotels & Resorts has launched a beta version of its AI-powered conversational search feature on IHG.com and the IHG One Rewards mobile app, introducing a new way for travellers to discover and book stays.

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Saudia expands North America connectivity

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

Saudia has expanded its codeshare partnerships with Delta Air Lines, Air France-KLM and Virgin Atlantic, enhancing access to North America through major European hubs. The agreement will connect travellers to nearly 30 destinations across the US and Canada via Paris, Amsterdam and London.

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flynas, Turkish Airlines sign codeshare partnership

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

flynas and Turkish Airlines have signed a codeshare agreement to strengthen air connectivity between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and destinations across their global networks.

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Marriott signs deal for nine hotels, branded residences in Egypt

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

Marriott International has signed a landmark agreement with Misr Italia Properties and People & Places to develop nine hospitality projects across Egypt, adding more than 1,500 hotel rooms and branded residences as the country expands its tourism and real estate sectors.

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DAE completes $9bn Macquarie AirFinance acquisition

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has completed its acquisition of 100% of the outstanding share capital of Macquarie AirFinance (MAF) and its subsidiaries in a deal with an enterprise value of approximately $9 billion.

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Radisson strengthens Saudi hospitality talent development

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

Radisson Hotel Group has strengthened its commitment to developing Saudi hospitality professionals by joining the Ministry of Tourism's newly launched Hospitality Ambassadors Programme, an initiative aimed at equipping Saudi nationals with international operational and leadership experience.