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Emirates records busiest baggage handling winter in 3 years

News Desk 1 10/02/2024 0

Dubai carrier registers a 99.9% success rate Dubai-headquartered Emirates has navigated its busiest winter for baggage handling in the last three years. The winter period, from September 2023 to January 2024, witnessed the airline handling an average of 2.7 million bags each month on routes

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Fly Jinnah to connect Islamabad and Sharjah on February 17, 2024

News Desk 1 08/02/2024 0

Flights to be operated with Airbus A320 aircraft Fly Jinnah, Pakistan’s leading low-cost carrier, has unveiled plans for its maiden international flight connecting Islamabad to Sharjah. The airline, which commenced operations in October 2022, links major cities across Pakistan. The foray into international skies marks a significant milestone in Fly Jinnah’s

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Airbnb updates terms for pre-January 25, 2024 users

Arnold Pinto 07/02/2024 0

Evolving business determines new updates Airbnb has informed users who created their accounts on the short- and long-term homestay platform before January 25, 2024, about mandatory changes (updates) coming into effect after March 28, 2024. The updates apply to the platform’s Terms of Service, Payments Terms of Service, Host Damage Protection Terms, Rebooking

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Emirates-VFS Global offer Indians UAE visa on arrival service

Arnold Pinto 06/02/2024 0

Indian citizens need valid 6-month US, EU or UK residency visa Emirates (EK) has partnered with Dubai-headquartered outsourcing and technology service specialist VFS Global to launch a pre-approved UAE visa-on-arrival facility exclusively for Indian citizens who booked their travel to the UAE with the Dubai-based supercarrier. The new collaboration aims to enhance the

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Global tourism on track for a full recovery in 2024

Arnold Pinto 29/01/2024 0

Middle East region surpasses pre-pandemic levels International tourism is poised to reach pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2024, as the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has reported in its latest World Tourism Barometer launched this week. As of the close of 2023, international tourism stood at an encouraging 88% of pre-pandemic levels, with […]

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Its Jambo Kenya as Flydubai now flies from Dubai to Mombasa

Arnold Pinto 24/01/2024 0

Flights operate four times a week Dubai-based carrier Flydubai marked a significant milestone on January 17, 2024, with the commencement of its regular passenger flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to Mombasa, Kenya. The launch of the four-times-weekly service from Dubai emirate to Mombasa underscores the airline’s commitment to expanding its presence in Africa,

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IATA enhances contactless travel with advanced Timatic product

Arnold Pinto 15/01/2024 0

Significant stride made towards seamless travel experience The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the latest iteration of Timatic, an innovative travel documentation and verification system. This exceptional system supports contactless travel and elevates the overall passenger experience. The revamped Timatic platform has undergone a comprehensive

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UAE aims to lead in accessible tourism

News Desk 1 13/01/2024 0

Dubai conference focuses on special needs tourists The United Arab Emirates is positioning itself as a trailblazer in accessible tourism, pledging to become the friendliest destination for people with disabilities. The commitment was announced on January 11, 2024, at the 4th Accessible Travel and Tourism International Conference at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel in Dubai

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Tripadvisor community votes Dubai the best travel destination in 2024

Arnold Pinto 12/01/2024 0

Bali and London place second and third, respectively Travellers participating in the annual Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for global destinations have voted Dubai emirate to the number one spot in the Best of the Best 2024 category, followed by Bali in the second and London in the third slot respectively. According to Tripadvisor – the […]

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Park Hyatt Marrakech invites travel connoisseurs to experience authentic Moroccan hospitality

News Desk 1 06/01/2024 0

Hotel showcases rich traditions of Arab-Berber artisanry The Park Hyatt hospitality brand has entered the vibrant mosaic of Morocco with the grand opening of Park Hyatt Marrakech. Nestled approximately 15km from the bustling Medina district, the 19-acre haven, cocooned at the base of the Atlas Mountains, is a testament to modern luxury harmoniously interwoven with […]

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UNWTO: Middle East led global tourism recovery in 2023

Arnold Pinto 01/01/2024 0

975m tourists travelled globally between Q1 and Q3 2023 International tourism recovered almost 90% of pre-pandemic levels in 2023, with the Middle East being the front-runner by world regions in relative terms, according to the latest World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) data. The newest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer indicates that an estimated 975 million tourists travelled

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Air Arabia celebrates its first flight from Sharjah to Phuket

News Desk 1 19/12/2023 0

Flights operate four times a week Air Arabia, the Sharjah-headquartered low-cost carrier (LCC), commemorated the inauguration of its first flight to Phuket, Thailand, with a ceremony at Sharjah International Airport on December 16, 2023. The new flights between Sharjah International Airport and Phuket International Airport will operate four times a week. The inauguration

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Emirates serves up new selection of wines on its global routes

News Desk 1 11/12/2023 0

Airline stocks 6 million wine bottles in France Emirates, the Dubai-based airline, has elevated its onboard experience for passengers by introducing a new and exceptional selection of wines. The airline now boasts the most extensive wine cellar of any airline, housed in dedicated facilities in France with a staggering six million bottles of fine wine, […]

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Emirates offers its passengers Christmas cheer this December

News Desk 1 06/12/2023 0

Festive meals and snacks are provided on select routes Emirates, the Dubai-based supercarrier, is making this festive season a memorable experience for its passengers around the globe. The airline is turning December into a month-long festive celebration, offering a touch of Christmas to its passengers flying throughout the festive season. Traditional treats and seasonal

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Middle East leads post-pandemic global tourism recovery

Arnold Pinto 04/12/2023 0

Global tourism to end 2023 close to 90% of pre-pandemic levels International tourism is set to recover almost 90% of pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2023, with the Middle East, Europe and Africa leading the recovery. According to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) World Tourism Barometer, the Middle East continues to lead the recovery […]

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Sustainable tourism observatories meet to transform the sector

News Desk 1 29/11/2023 0

INSTO members assess tourism impact in 11 areas In the lead-up to COP28 being held in Dubai, UAE, from November 30-December 12, 2023, members of the International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO) met at the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) headquarters in Madrid, Spain, to exchange insights on the importance of governance, participatory approaches and

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UNWTO workshop focuses on dynamic tourism communications for Africa

News Desk 1 16/11/2023 0

3-day event held in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe The Madrid-based World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) brought together top tourism and travel practitioners from 20 African countries to explore ways to deliver more effective tourism communications and showcase the sector’s role as a development pillar. The first Communications, Media and Tourism Training Workshop in Africa

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How to spend 5 days exploring New York City

News Desk 1 10/11/2023 0

The Big Apple offers travellers a range of experiences New York City beckons travellers from all corners of the world with its iconic skyline, diverse culture, and endless array of experiences. A city that never sleeps, it is impossible not to fall in love with the vibrant energy and endless possibilities that New York has […]

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Air Arabia to fly between Sharjah and Giza from December 6, 2023

Arnold Pinto 23/10/2023 0

Giza to become LCC’s fourth destination in Egypt from Sharjah Air Arabia, the Sharjah-headquartered low-cost carrier (LCC), will launch a passenger-only route between Sharjah emirate in the UAE and Giza city in Egypt with effect from December 6, 2023. The new route will connect Sharjah International Airport with Sphinx International Airport with five weekly flights. […]

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What goes into that coffee cup with Emirates airline

News Desk 1 30/09/2023 0

October 1 is International Coffee Day Ahead of International Coffee Day on October 1, 2023, let us look at how Dubai-based Emirates airline serves an array of artisan coffees on its flights to 140 global destinations and at its airport lounges. The supercarrier serves more than 17 tonnes of coffee onboard its flights annually. It […]