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Etihad Rail attracts 120,000 passengers in first 30 days of national network launch

Sun, 01 Nov 2026

Etihad Rail recorded 120,000 ticket sales during the first 30 days of its UAE passenger network launch, connecting Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Dhaid and Fujairah, signalling growing demand for intercity rail travel across the country.

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SEVEN Abha introduces interactive 12-hole indoor mini-golf attraction

Sun, 01 Nov 2026

SEVEN Abha has introduced Golfi, an interactive indoor mini-golf attraction featuring a 12-hole course designed to combine precision putting, physical obstacles and interactive elements.

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WTTC praises London’s tourism growth strategy ahead of World Travel Market

Sun, 01 Nov 2026

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has praised London’s tourism growth strategy following Oxford Street’s pedestrianisation, forecasting 3.1% growth for Europe’s travel sector in 2026 as global industry leaders gather for World Travel Market (WTM).

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Oman Airports, RESQTEC partner to launch aircraft recovery training

Sun, 01 Nov 2026

Oman Airports Management Company and RESQTEC have signed an agreement to establish a specialist training framework for the recovery and removal of disabled aircraft at Muscat International Airport, strengthening operational preparedness and aviation safety.

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Saudi Tourism Minister unveils Northern Trail identity under winter 2026 programme

Sun, 01 Nov 2026

Saudi Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb has launched the official identity of the Northern Trail, a 1,200-kilometre tourism route connecting Riyadh to Jubbah in the Hail Region under the Saudi Winter 2026 programme.

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Emirates expands Vietnam services with additional A350 flights

Sun, 01 Nov 2026

Emirates is strengthening its Vietnam network with additional Airbus A350 frequencies between Dubai and Ho Chi Minh City, while introducing Premium Economy on Hanoi services as part of its latest expansion.

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Global air passenger demand falls 0.5pc in September amid Mideast weakness

Sun, 01 Nov 2026

Global air passenger demand declined by 0.5% year-on-year in September 2026, reflecting continued weakness in the Middle East and North America, according to the latest figures released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

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Jazeera Airways resumes daily flights to Riyadh

Sat, 31 Oct 2026

Kuwait’s leading low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways has announced the resumption of daily flights to Saudi capital Riyadh, following the recent disruptions to operations at King Khalid International Airport. The decision follows a careful assessment of operational conditions, with passenger safety remaining the airline's priority.

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ADNEC kickstarts November with top energy, tourism events

Sat, 31 Oct 2026

Adnec Group, a Modon company, kicks off November by hosting two of most significant international events - ADIPEC 2026, the world’s largest energy event, in Abu Dhabi and World Travel Market (WTM) London, one of the global travel industry’s leading gatherings, at the Group’s Excel London venue - in the same week.

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Red Sea Global announces opening of 430-key luxury resort

Sat, 31 Oct 2026

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global (RSG) has announced the opening of Grand Hyatt The Red Sea, a landmark premium resort on Shura Island that introduces its largest purpose-built events venue. It features 430 rooms, suites and villas offering an extensive collection of dining venues and family-focused amenities.