Middle East
Etihad to fly to Shanghai twice weekly
Etihad Airways is set to strengthen air connectivity between the UAE and China next year, starting with an additional weekly frequency on its Abu Dhabi – Shanghai route.
‘The gates of Babylon’ are now open
DIFC’s highly anticipated new hotspot inspired by the fabled city of Babylon is ready to take guests on a hedonistic
Pact signed to operate 14 flights between Oman and Russia
The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Civil Aviation Authority, recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the field of air transport with the Federal Republic of Russia.
UAE’s first NH Collection hotel to open on Palm Jumeirah in February
UAE-headquartered upscale real estate developer, Seven Tides, has confirmed that the Emirates’ first NH Collection hotel will open its doors to the public in February 2023.
UAE consumers shop, dine out more frequently but spend less per visit
The Mastercard Economics Institute released its annual forecast for the coming year, which shows how a new multi-speed global economy will affect growth and consumer spending behaviour.
Qatar resumes visa on arrival post FIFA World Cup
Qatar’s visa on arrival policies will be reinstated, replacing Hayya card requirements. Visitors from more than 95 nationalities can enjoy
SAUDIA inaugurates new operations building at KAIA
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), the Kingdom's national flag carrier, inaugurated its new SAUDIA Operations building at King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) in Jeddah
‘Ice-Skating Spectacular’ at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
In celebration of the Winterfest spirit and the cooler season, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is hosting an exhilarating Ice-Skating Spectacular show, taking place daily in the RED Theatre.
Emirates reaffirms its industry-leading safety standards
Emirates, the world’s largest passenger airline, has completed its latest IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) with zero findings – the equivalent of a perfect score, and a rare occurrence in the industry given the complexity of airline operations.
Musafir.com foresees steeper growth in 2023 for international travel
Musafir.com, UAE’s online travel agency, predicts that the “International Travel” segment will enjoy a faster growth path in 2023 versus the previous year.
VFS Global brings Estonia visa services closer to home for UAE residents
The Estonia Ministry of Foreign Affairs has mandated VFS Global, the world's largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions, to provide visa services on their behalf to the residents of the United Arab Emirates.
Qatar resumes Visa on Arrival starting 23 Dec
Starting December 23, Qatar’s Visa on Arrival policies will be reinstated, replacing Hayya card requirements.
Yas Marina celebrates the festive season in style
Yas Marina gears up to host an unforgettable festive season, with an incredible offering of mouth-watering and scrumptious dining options.
140 Emirati students to start Khotwa (RizeUp) scholarship
Having successfully navigated a rigorous application and selection process, 140 Emiratis scholars in the inaugural Khotwa (RizeUp) scholarship program - launched by Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) - are finalizing preparations to kickstart their higher education studies at community colleges in the USA and Canada next month.
EFTA rides high as the ‘Training Provider of the Year’
On a glittering night studded with industry stars, Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA) won the much-coveted Aviation Training Provider of the Year Award at the Aviation Business Middle East Awards 2022.
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