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What changed for travellers this week: visa rules, entry requirements, fees and travel policy, in plain English.
The open‑air Sì Breeze restaurant at Mandarin Oriental Muscat has reopened, featuring Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, live‑fire cooking and seaside entertainment. The venue resumes service this winter season, targeting luxury travellers and diners seeking outdoor experiences in Oman’s capital.
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Christoph Tessmar has been elected President of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) during the 2026 ICCA Congress in Panama City, Panama. The change was announced at the association’s General Assembly and applies to ICCA’s global membership and partners.
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Airlines have clarified handling rules for five common electronic devices, including power banks, e‑cigarettes, smart luggage, electric toothbrushes and smartphones. The guidance applies immediately and affects all passengers carrying these items on commercial flights.
Arab Union for Tourist Media (الاتحاد العربي للإعلام السياحي) 5 min read
Katara Towers in Lusail now provides separate pool passes, restaurant reservations and waterfront promenade access without requiring an overnight stay. The offerings are available immediately and target all visitors to Lusail, including day‑trippers and budget travelers.
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Europe’s hotel construction pipeline hit record levels at the end of Q3 2026, with 1,765 projects and 260,385 rooms announced. The data, released on 9 November 2026, highlights a surge in new project announcements and growth across upscale and luxury segments, affecting travelers, investors and industry analysts.
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Alain St. Ange was presented with a Lifetime Achievement honour at the Africa Tourism Awards 2026 on 1 November. The award celebrates his contributions to Seychelles tourism, regional cooperation and the broader African tourism sector.
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Eight London Underground strikes are scheduled from 26 November 2026, with three occurring before Christmas. The walkouts run from noon to noon on each date and will affect visitors and commuters throughout the holiday period. Travelers should review connections between airports, stations, accommodation and attractions as the full service impact remains unknown.
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Turkey has launched preparatory works for a new airport in Trabzon, with construction starting on 26 October 2026. The development targets up to ten million annual passengers and will benefit tourists from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Britain and Europe.
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The Arabian Travel Market 2026 report reveals a surge in demand for luxury and cultural experiences among Middle East visitors. Published on 9 November 2026, the findings target tourism operators, hoteliers and destination marketers seeking to align products with evolving traveller motivations.
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Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown has appointed Daniel Camp as its new director of sales and marketing. The appointment was announced on Nov 9 2026 and affects the hotel's commercial leadership team.
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International visitor spending in Ireland reached €4.6 billion between January and September 2026, an 11 percent increase over the same period in 2025. The figures, released on 9 November 2026, show a 9 percent rise in arrivals to 5.3 million and highlight the growing economic importance of overseas tourists.
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