Middle East
Emirates launches first airline virtual reality app
Emirates has taken the next step in its ambition to reach and engage audiences around the world with cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) technology
Oman unveils new tourism campaign to promote art and culture
Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN), has launched a new ‘Creatourism’ programme, aiming to promote art, culture and heritage in various development projects and hotels of the group
Abu Dhabi opens to vaccinated travellers
Fully vaccinated travellers (with vaccines approved by the World Health Organisation) can arrive from all international destinations without the need to quarantine.
UAE Covid cases down 62% from January
From January to August of this year, the number of Covid-19 cases in the UAE decreased by 62%.
Emirates resumes services to Saudi Arabia and St Petersburg
Emirates has announced that it will be restarting services to Saudi Arabia from 11 September and St Petersburg from 8 October 2021 to rebuild its global footprints
Qatar Airways launches sale from $1,399 to London and more
Award-winning Qatar Airways has taken the lead to launch a six-day sale leading up the potential re-opening of the international borders in December.
Flydubai’s new offering: Dubai-bound fliers get complimentary 1-day ticket to Expo 2020
flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, announced that passengers booking a flydubai flight to Dubai will enjoy a complimentary 1-Day Ticket to visit Expo 2020 Dubai, taking place from 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022
Emirates ropes in Thor legend Chris Hemsworth for new Expo campaign
Emirates has partnered with Hollywood actor Chris Hemsworth in a campaign that illustrates the ultra-futuristic themes and incredible experiences in store at Expo 2020 Dubai
Etihad CEO Says The A380 Doesn’t Make Economic Sense
Airlines have been reviewing their fleet of widebody aircraft since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Emirates accelerates the last A380 deliveries
Emirates has been and will continue to be the A380's most important customer for many years.
Israel’s foreign tourist group programme to restart on 19 September
Israel Ministry of Tourism will restart its tourist pilot programme from 19 September, allowing organised tourist groups of 5-30 tourists from “green, yellow and orange” countries to visit Israel
UAE’s residency requirements with ‘green visa’ eased up
UAE announced a new visa allowing foreigners to work in the country without being sponsored by an employer, loosening residency requirements in an attempt to boost economic growth
Abu Dhabi unveils incentive scheme for tour guides
Licensed tour guides in Abu Dhabi are being encouraged to explore the emirate’s unique culture and experiences through a new incentive scheme launched by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi).
Emirates becomes official airline of 2021 US Open
Emirates is returning as the Official Airline of the 2021 US Open Tennis Championships for the tenth year in a row
Fully vaccinated Indians can now travel to Turkey with no quarantine rule
As per the latest travel guidelines issued by Turkish Embassy in New Delhi, the passengers fully vaccinated with WHO-approved doses will be exempted from mandatory quarantine provided at least 14 days have passed since their last dose
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