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Etihad Airways & Khalifa University Strengthen Partnership to Build the UAE’s Specialised Workforce (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:48:58)
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Khalifa University of Science and Technology, one of the region’s leading academic and research institutions, have successfully concluded their latest joint internship programme, marking another milestone in the two institutions’ shared commitment to Emirati talent and advancing the UAE’s aviation ambitions.
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Uganda Airlines becomes first African carrier to deploy Amadeus SkyWORKS (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:45:48)
Uganda Airlines has signed a new deal with travel technology provider Amadeus and become the first African carrier to deploy Amadeus SkyWORKS. The flight schedule development solution provides the flag-carrier with an integrated workbench, featuring powerful editing capabilities, real-time feasibility checking, and all the capabilities required for schedule reporting and distribution. The solution both increases efficiency and provides flexibility to schedule planning.
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Tapestry Collection by Hilton Arrives In UK Capital With London Bridge Hotel Signing (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:35:59)
Hilton today announces the signing of London Bridge Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, as part of a franchise agreement with Gama Holdings, marking the debut of the lifestyle brand in the UK capital and becoming Hilton’s ninth brand in London. Set beside London Bridge Station in one of the city’s most vibrant and well-connected districts, the 153-room hotel is expected to welcome guests in early 2028 after undergoing a more than £12 million transformation.
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Royal Caribbean executive Russell Benford recognized by CMEx (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:32:02)
This week, the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) highlights another distinguished leadership laureate who will be celebrated at the 2026 CMEx Leadership Awards and Fundraiser on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026, at Loews Coral Gables Hotel in the Miami area.
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Cayman Islands posts record stayover arrivals (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:27:47)
The Cayman Islands welcomed a record 333,747 stayover visitors in the first seven months of 2026, up 11% from the same period last year. July arrivals rose 10% to 45,053, marking the destination’s ninth consecutive month of growth.
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Book your October by the sea: Etihad flies to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast from 4 October (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:19:48)
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will fly to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast from 4 October 2026. The year-round service to Red Sea International Airport puts a new holiday destination on our map just over three hours from Abu Dhabi.
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SWAP UK WINTER FOR AUSSIE SUMMER: QANTAS LAUNCHES AIRFARE SALE (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:09:14)
Qantas has today launched a two-week sale for UK customers, with return Economy fares from London to Australia starting from £939 and fares to Singapore from £629.
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COWDRAY HOUSE ANNOUNCES THE OPENING OF ITS NEW SPA (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:04:22)
Opening its doors in November 2026, Cowdray House, Cowdray Estate’s historic 22-bedroom country house, is set to unveil a new, beautifully-appointed luxury spa, available exclusively for guests of the House.
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Red Sea Global unveils Nammos Resort AMAALA, introducing Nammos’ first resort hotel globally (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 08:57:26)
Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, today announced the opening of Nammos Resort AMAALA, marking the launch of Nammos’ first resort hotel globally and a significant addition to AMAALA’s growing lifestyle and hospitality offering.
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AUTUMN OCEAN EXPLORATION: NOVA MALDIVES AND PADI UNITE FOR PROJECT AWARE WEEK THIS SEPTEMBER (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 08:42:10)
This September, Nova Maldives will once again partner with PADI, the world’s leading organisation for scuba diving education, to co-host Project AWARE Week, running from 16 to 20 September 2026. Brought to life by the resort’s marine team , the week gives resort guests, from first-time snorkellers to seasoned divers, the chance to combine wildlife observation with hands-on conservation work, turning a week in the water into an educational escape.
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Government ministers and global industry leaders to address the future of travel at ATM 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-07 16:00:54)
Government ministers, policymakers and senior international travel leaders will gather at Arabian Travel Market’s (ATM) 2026 next week, as the tourism industry comes together in Dubai to examine the future of travel regionally and internationally, from 14–17 September at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
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Africa Outside the Window, Twenty-First Century Nairobi Inside (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-07 12:10:34)
Ole Sereni and Emara Ole-Sereni occupy one of the most extraordinary positions in African hospitality. On one side, Nairobi National Park and a landscape shaped over millennia. On the other, one of Africa’s fastest-moving commercial capitals. The twist is that the two adjoining hotels interpret that setting in completely different ways: Ole Sereni as the established African game lodge, its younger sister Emara as the sophisticated city slicker. Together they tell a compelling story about Nairobi itself.
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Miles & More, Currensea and Mastercard launch rewards debit card for UK frequent flyers (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-07 10:22:28)
Miles & More, the Lufthansa Group’s loyalty programme, has partnered with Currensea, the market-leading payments technology platform for co-branded multi-bank debit cards, and Mastercard, to launch the new Miles & More Debit Card for UK customers.
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Hurtigruten reveals new 2027 offer to discover Norway all-year round (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-07 10:20:36)
Hurtigruten, the leader in iconic Norwegian coastal voyages, has announced a new wave offer of at least 15% off 2027 fly cruises. Available across select Signature and Original Voyages booked between today and 9 November 2026, this discount enables guests to discover Norway no matter the time of year, for less.
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IATA Releases 2027 Cargo and Ground Operations Manuals (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-07 10:16:26)
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the updated 2027 editions of key industry manuals for cargo and ground operations, which incorporate major changes and revisions to align with evolving global standards.
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VIVA Cruises launches ‘Autumn Getaway’ offer, with up to £200 flight credit (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-07 10:04:23)
River cruise operator VIVA Cruises has launched a limited time ‘Autumn Getaway’ flight credit offer.
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HSMAI MEA launches its 9th edition of the Commercial Strategy Conference MEA 2026 in Dubai (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-07 09:55:31)
Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Middle East and Africa (HSMAI MEA) today announced the return of the HSMAI Commercial Strategy Conference MEA 2026 (CSC MEA 2026), taking place on 17 and 18 November 2026 at Conrad Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai.
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Make the Most of September with Rove Hotels’ Staycations, Dining Deals, and RAK Escapes (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-07 09:37:13)
September is set to be another busy month at Rove Hotels, with a packed line-up of staycation offers, dining experiences, and exclusive partnerships designed to give Rovers more ways to stay, eat, play, and unwind across the UAE.
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Dusit Princess Ipoh to open on 1 October (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-07 09:19:53)
Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, will open Dusit Princess Ipoh on 1 October 2026, bringing its distinctive Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to Ipoh, the capital of Malaysia’s Perak state.
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Norse Atlantic ASA: Continuing strong commercial performance in August (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-07 09:14:14)
In August, Norse Atlantic Airways delivered continued strong commercial performance in own network with unit revenue (TRASK) up 30% year-over-year to 6.9 US cents per available seat kilometer. While capacity reductions due to elevated fuel prices impact the number of passengers carried, the load factor remained close to 99%, confirming stable strong demand for Norse’s long-haul product.