Middle East
Smart Tourism and Global Challenges! Sharjah looks ahead to SITTF 2021
HE Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, chairman of Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) about what’s on tap and why delegates this time are in for a treat at SITTF 2021
AlUla receives first direct international flight
AlUla International Airport received its first-ever direct international flight, operated by leading low-cost Saudi airline flynas
The new Etihad’s business class suites
Etihad Airways flew one of its Airbus A350-1000s to the Dubai Airshow to showcase the carrier’s new business class product.
World’s first Warner Bros hotel opens doors in Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island
First ever Warner Bros. themed hotel, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, has officially opened its doors to guests
Boeing delays might push Emirates to pursue Airbus A350s
Sir Tim Clark, president of Emirates, has said the Gulf airline might consider speeding deliveries of Airbus SE A350 planes if Boeing Co. fails to deliver the rival 777X model on time.
Emirates could issue an initial public offering
The president of long-haul carrier Emirates said Tuesday that an initial public offering of shares in the Dubai-based airline might take place as the city-state strives to improve its local financial market, while assuring that its fleet of iconic double-decker jumbo planes would soon re-enter service.
UAE’s newest budget carrier Air Arabia introduces direct New Delhi route
UAE's newest budget carrier and the first out of the capital Abu Dhabi, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has announced a new service to New Delhi
Dribble dribble! Abu Dhabi to host first NBA games in the UAE
The preseason NBA games in Abu Dhabi beginning in 2022 will mark the first games between two NBA teams in the Arabian Gulf.
As the world starts to open Emirates reduces half-year loss
Emirates Group, the owner of the world’s biggest long-haul airline before the Covid-19 crisis, reported a reduced half-year loss as travel restrictions eased throughout the globe and demand rose.
New spa at Six Senses Spa Kocataş Mansions, Istanbul
Six Senses Spa Kocataş Mansions, Istanbul, is a beautiful, serene, and private spa overlooking the famed Bosphorus.
Yas Waterworld invites public to participate in Guinness World Records Live Record-Breaking event
In collaboration with Guinness World Records, Yas Waterworld is set to host its first-ever GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS live record breaking event
Garuda Indonesia and Emirates plan to codeshare
Garuda Indonesia returned to Europe some years ago (after the airline’s removal from the EU’s blacklist) with big aspirations for the future.
Emirates to launch flights between Dubai and Tel Aviv
Emirates Airline has announced intentions to launch daily flights between Dubai and Tel Aviv, with service beginning on December 6.
Emirates and Gulf Air sign MoU for commercial cooperation
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been struck between Emirates and Gulf Air to expand commercial collaboration between the two airlines.
Oman launches masterplan of mega integrated tourism project
With a vision to transform the tourism in Oman in accordance with Oman Vision 2040, Oman Tourism Development Company (Omran Group) has revealed the masterplan and brand identity of ‘Yiti’ - one of the largest integrated tourism developments in Oman
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