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Kayak to sponsor Newcastle United this season
Kayak has become the shirt sleeve sponsor of Newcastle United. First team players will wear Kayak branding on the shirt sleeve of all home, away and third kits for the forthcoming season.
Manchester City launch Expo 2020 Dubai partnership
Expo 2020 Dubai and City Football Group have kicked off a new partnership that will see the event become the official exhibition partner of English Premier League champions Manchester City.
Local fans permitted to attend Tokyo Olympics
Up to 10,000 Japanese fans will be permitted at venues at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics officials have confirmed today. Fans from overseas had already been banned from the event.
Belfry Hotel reveals refreshed look for golfers
The Brabazon, which opened at the Belfry over 40 years ago, has undergone several enhancements to bring it up to date with new technologies and to make it more challenging.
Expo 2020 Dubai to sponsor Rajasthan Royals in IPL
Expo 2020 Dubai will appear on the front of the Rajasthan Royals’ jersey as principal sponsor, helping to spread the Expo 2020 message to millions of cricket fans all over the world.
Qatar Airways launches new route to Abuja, Nigeria
Qatar Airways will operate three weekly flights to Abuja, Nigeria via Lagos from November 27th. The city becomes the sixth new destination added by the carrier since the start of the pandemic.
Golf Saudi takes top honour at World Golf Awards
Voted for by professionals working within the golf travel and tourism industry, this accolade further solidifies Golf Saudi’s position as one of the world’s most dynamic new golf markets.
World Golf Awards recognises 2020 winners
World Golf Awards has announced its 2020 winners. Founded in 2014, the global initiative is designed to recognise and reward excellence in golf tourism, courses and golf destinations.
Forte Village hosts Sardegna Open for first time
Forte Village has celebrated the successful hosting of the Sardegna Open, an international tennis tournament. The showcase welcomed players from around the world.
AHIC 2020: Golf tourism seizes window of opportunity
Following a brief shutdown in March, the golf hospitality sector has quickly rebounded, taking advantage of its reputation for safety to welcome record demand over the summer months.
UFC Fight Island to return to Abu Dhabi this weekend
This weekend sees the launch of ‘Return to UFC Fight Island’ – the second instalment of fights from the martial arts organisation. The event takes place on Yas Island from until October 24th.
World Golf Awards headed to Dubai next month
Park Hyatt Dubai and the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club will play host to the seventh annual World Golf Awards. The event serves to celebrate excellence in golf tourism.