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Tourism November 2026 rail disruptions hit Italy, Austria and Slovenia International rail services linking Italy, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia and Switzerland will experience schedule revisions, partial cancellations and replacement buses throughout November 2026. The changes take effect during that month and affect passengers travelling on cross‑border routes among the five countries. · 4 min read · Travel And Tour World

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BenchMark to host The Big Bounce Arabia across Saudi Arabia

BenchMark has signed an agreement to host and operate The Big Bounce Arabia event at several venues throughout Saudi Arabia, expanding family‑oriented entertainment options. The arrangement takes effect as soon as venue dates are announced and applies to families, children and tourism operators seeking new activities in the Kingdom.

Al Siyaha Al Arabia (مجلة السياحة العربية) 4 min read

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Russian volunteer caravan starts at Cairo’s Yasmine Al‑Samra

A Russian volunteer caravan has started its activities at Cairo’s Yasmine Al‑Samra charity foundation, delivering professional expertise in special education, psychology and speech therapy. The visit began on Nov 2 2026 and targets international volunteers, families of children with epidermolysis bullosa and Egyptian specialists seeking knowledge exchange.

Al Siyaha Al Arabia (مجلة السياحة العربية) 3 min read

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Saudi cinema partnership boosts film events and reach

Maim Creative Arts and Channels Distribution have signed a cooperation agreement to expand cinema‑related activities and audience engagement in Saudi Arabia. The agreement was signed on 29 October 2026 during the Saudi Film Forum and targets film enthusiasts, students and the broader public by introducing new promotional tours, creative initiatives and collaborative film distribution projects.

Al Siyaha Al Arabia (مجلة السياحة العربية) 4 min read

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Sheikh Abdulaziz Al‑Turki visits Tarout Island, showcasing heritage

The Saudi cultural delegation led by Sheikh Abdulaziz Al‑Turki visited Tarout Island and surrounding historic sites, showcasing the region’s heritage. Reported on 2 November 2026, the visit highlights key attractions in Qatif, Darin and other coastal towns. Travelers interested in Saudi Arabia’s historical and maritime tourism can now explore these locations with renewed visibility.

Al Siyaha Al Arabia (مجلة السياحة العربية) 4 min read