Middle East
Emirates and IATA share best practices
In the first-ever forum of its kind, Emirates and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) jointly held a workshop on pilot training and flight safety for the aviation industry.
Saudi Arabia updates procedures for travel to Qatar
Saudi Arabia has updated travel procedures for those wishing to travel to Qatar as of November 1 as they must obtain a Hayya card to enter the gulf country hosting the World Cup for the first time.
‘Vino Veritas’ at Vanitas in Palazzo Versace
The iconic luxury lifestyle hotel, located on the scenic shores of Dubai Creek, is bringing back its wine pairing series, which will offer guests a classic and intimate Italian experience at their signature restaurant, Vanitas.
First Emirates A380 rolls in for full cabin refresh and refit
Emirates began its massive 2-year retrofit programme with work starting on the first of 120 aircraft earmarked for a full cabin interior upgrade and the installation of the airline’s latest Premium Economy seats.
Dubai’s Cruise Tourism Strong Rebound Post-Pandemic
More than 900,000 cruise passengers are anticipated to visit Dubai during the peak winter season, marking a definitive return for
Emirates codeshares with Air Canada
Emirates and Air Canada have announced the launch of their codeshare cooperation. The new partnership will allow customers of the carriers to enjoy seamless connectivity to 46 markets spanning three continents, including to destinations across the Americas, the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Indian subcontinent.
IHG sighs for InterContinental Al Khobar Dana Bay
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a Management Agreement with Dana Bay Tourism Company to open InterContinental Al Khobar Dana Bay and expand its luxury footprint in the Kingdom.
Oman Sail welcomes Oman Air as official and exclusive airline partner
Oman Sail announced it has signed an agreement with Oman Air which will see the Sultanate of Oman’s national carrier become the Official and Exclusive Airline Partner for all Oman Sail events through until 2024.
Oman Air Holidays launches two new packages
Offering travellers, a true Omani adventure, Oman Air Holidays has introduced two new packages that showcase the best of Oman’s nature, culture, and hospitality
Air Arabia to fly direct Beirut to Abu Dhabi
Air Arabia and Saad Travel celebrated the opening of a new flight route between Beirut and Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi Airports reveals new corporate identity
The new corporate identity, reinforced by a redefined purpose, mission and set of organisational values, emphasises future growth plans for Abu Dhabi Airports.
The Ritz-Carlton, Amman supports King Hussein Cancer Center
The Ritz-Carlton, Amman held a Pink Afternoon Tea recently, at its exquisite farm-to-table restaurant Soleil, welcoming a group of local women in support of breast cancer awareness and research.
Global aviation shows interest in new air routes to Saudi Arabia
The 2022 edition of the Routes World forum, which was held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from 16 to 18 October 2022, saw major interest from global airlines and aviation players in establishing new air routes and strengthening existing air travel partnerships with Saudi Arabia.
Qatar removes pre-arrival covid test from Nov 1
Qatar is to drop pre-arrival COVID-19 tests before the World Cup, the Health Ministry said, weeks after announcing that the million-plus incoming fans do not need vaccinations.
PPIE to take place in Dubai from 5-6 Nov
Philippine Property and Investment Exhibition (PPIE), the Philippines’ largest international property and investment show, returns to Dubai, UAE on 5-6 November 2022.
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