Middle East
Etihad welcomed 1.6 million guests during November
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has released its traffic statistics for November 2024, showcasing continued vigorous performance.
Saudi gears up to welcome the world for ‘FIFA World Cup 2034’
Following the official announcement of Saudi as the host country for the FIFA World Cup™ 2034 , Saudi, Welcome to Arabia, the official destination brand of the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA), is thrilled to welcome football fans from around the globe to experience the warm hospitality and vibrant culture of the Heart of Arabia.
Gold Medal takes 20 agents to “Stay & Play” on Yas Island
The trip was in partnership with Miral and allowed the attending agents to not only experience the thrills of the Formula 1 at the Grand Prix 2024 finale, but also enjoy the amazing post-race entertainment, ride rollercoasters at Ferrari World and explore Yas Island to its full potential over four nights.
Qatar Airways now offers three-weekly non-stop flights to Toronto Pearson
Qatar Airways is marking two historic milestones: new flights to Toronto Canada, and more Starlink-enabled aircraft than ever before.
Shraddha Kapoor, Disha Patani join Brad Pitt and others to experience F1 at Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, a rapidly emerging tourism destination, hosted yet another thrilling motorsport event: the grand finale of the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship.
Atlys Reports 62% Increase in Visa Rejections amid UAE’s stricter visa rules
Atlys, a visa processing platform, announced 62% increase in visa rejections for Dubai following the UAE’s introduction of stricter visa regulations.
Ras Al Kaimah to usher in 2025 with a record-breaking drone and fireworks display
Ras Al Khaimah is set to dazzle the world with an unprecedented drone and fireworks display that will take centre stage during the New Year’s Eve celebration.
Jazeera Airways set to buy six new aircraft
Kuwaiti low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways announced its plans to purchase six Airbus A320ceo aircraft, as part of its ongoing transformation and strategic growth.
Emirates Group extends Airbus leadership programme for Emiratis
The Emirates Group formally signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus Beyond to extend Airbus’s Leadership Programme for the Group’s Emirati workforce for another three years.
Etihad Airways hailed Design Airline of the Year at DesignAir Awards
UAE flag-carrier Etihad Airways received its second Design Airline of the Year title, as well as the Design Airline of the Year - Middle East at the 2024 DesignAir Awards.
New study reveals ten most polluted tourist cities
A new study reveals the tourist cities with the highest pollution levels anywhere worldwide.
Arabian Travel Market to focus on innovation, connectivity, and customisation
Key industry trends, particularly innovation, connectivity, and customisation take centre stage at the 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) slated for 28th April to 1st May 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlets offer Middle Eastern travellers a European holiday experience
McArthurGlen Designer Outlets invite travelers from the Middle East to immerse themselves in the enchantment of a European Christmas.
IATA: Governments blocked US$1.7 billion in airline funds
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reports several governments have blocked up to $1.7 billion in airline funds from repatriation as of the end of October 2024.
Saudia partners with Air France-KLM
Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, has entered into a significant partnership with Air France-KLM to boost and localize its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) operations.
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