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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.
LaLiga to promote Spain as safe tourism destination
The government, LaLiga and the Confederation of Employers and Industries of Spain have come together in a bid to boost and promote the country as a safe destination for tourism.
Yas Island to welcome UFC 251 in July
Yas Island in Abu Dhabi has been confirmed as host for the upcoming Fight Island event from UFC. The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi confirmed the showcase would be hosted in the popular leisure, shopping and entertainment destination next month.
Just a Drop joins 2.6 Challenge this weekend
Pioneered to mark the 40th anniversary of the London Marathon, the challenge asks participants to complete an activity based around the numbers 26 or 2.6.
Belfry Hotel places charity at centre stage in 2020
The Belfry Hotel & Resort is an award-winning hotel situated in the heart of the country in Royal Sutton Coldfield, North Warwickshire.
Voting underway for World Golf Awards
Voting for World Golf Awards has opened ahead of the seventh annual gala ceremony in Dubai. The red-carpet event will take place at Park Hyatt Dubai on the evening of Thursday, October 29th.