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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.

United Arab Emirates hopes to cash in on Indian Premier League
Hosting the event puts a stamp of confidence on the country and sends a clear message that the destination is relatively safe compared to competitors, it has been argued.

Breaking Travel News investigates: Sports tourism in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi has welcomed a host of top-class sporting events to the Middle East as the destination seeks to raise awareness of its offering during the Covid-19 shutdown. Here Breaking Travel News finds out more about the long-term ambitions of the plan

Breaking Travel News investigates: Indian Premier League heads to the United Arab Emirates
The Indian Premier League is this year set to take place in the United Arab Emirates, with Breaking Travel News here taking a tour of the luxury accommodation selected by the prestigious teams

Algarve to welcome first Formula 1 Grand Prix
The Algarve in Portugal has been chosen to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix for the first time this autumn. The event will take place in October at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimao.

Sandals to take centre stage as West Indies tour begins
Sandals Resorts International has been selected as the principal sponsor of the West Indies cricket team for the upcoming three-test series against England. The contest starts on the July 8th.