Emirates names Khalfan country manager for Kuwait, IraqEmirates has appointed Khalfan Al Salami as the new country manager for Kuwait and Iraq, as part of recent commercial appointments across key markets in the Middle East and Africa. Based at the Kuwait office, Khalfan will oversee Emirates’ operatio More… |
Saudia named best cabin crew at US Business Traveler AwardsNational airline Saudia Airlines (Saudia) walked away with the Best Airline Cabin Crew award at the 2024 Business Traveler North America Awards ceremony in Miami, US. This was the first of Saudia's awards at the Business Traveler North America ceremony whi More… |
IATA slams new Spanish cabin baggage decisionThe International Air Transport Association (IATA) has strongly condemned a recent decision by the Spanish government to override European law, remove cabin baggage fees for passengers in Spain and slap fines of upto €179 million on the airlines. Sl More… |
Air Expo Abu Dhabi 2024 concludes on high noteThe Air Expo Abu Dhabi 2024 has wrapped up after three dynamic days dedicated to aviation training, advanced air mobility, and the latest trends shaping the future of aviation. The event, inaugurated by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Cabinet Member More… |
Mövenpick Hotels and Resorts opens its first hotel in AzerbaijanMövenpick Hotels & Resorts has made its debut in Azerbaijan with the opening of Mövenpick Hotel Winter Park Baku. The hotel is the brand’s first property in the South Caucasus region, bringing Mövenpick’s signature Swiss hospitality to the heart of Baku. More… |
Dubai Airports celebrates legacy of Founding FathersDubai Airports and the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai (GDRFA) are welcoming travellers arriving in the emirate with a special stamp featuring the ‘Zayed and Rashid’ logo in a tribute to the Founding Fathers of the UAE - the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sul More… |
Maritime innovations take centre stage at Abu Dhabi boat showThe Abu Dhabi International Boat Show 2024, being held from November 21-24, is showcasing the latest in maritime innovation, sustainability, and cutting-edge technologies. This year’s edition features 175 boats, highlighting the diversity of the maritime industry. Being held unde More… |
From Abu Dhabi to Vienna: UAE residents line up winter getawaysUAE residents are seeking winter travel destinations that range from festive European Christmas markets to luxurious domestic getaways during National Day celebrations, according to Expedia’s Winter Travel Outlook. This year, Vienna and Rome top the list of trending destinations, More… |
Riyadh hospitality market records strong performanceThe hospitality market in Riyadh has been recording a strong performance due to an ongoing increase in business travel, the start of major events like Riyadh Season along with the expansion of cultural and entertainment offerings in the city, according to leading global property consultancy K More… |
Dubai Shopping Festival to deliver epic opening weekendDubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is counting down the start of its highly anticipated 30th-anniversary edition this year, with an epic opening weekend set to kick off extraordinary celebrations from December 6, 2024 to January 12, 2025. DSF said its day-in-day-out, fun-filled moments, for More… |