New Delhi: Singapore Airlines, clinched the title of the world’s best airline last year, announced it will offer its employees a bonus worth nearly eight months of salary. On Wednesday, the company disclosed a record annual net profit of $1.98 billion for the fiscal year 2023 to 2024. “The demand for air travel remained buoyant” […]
Dubai: In the first quarter of 2024, the UAE’s civil aviation sector experienced significant expansion, welcoming a noteworthy 36.5 million passengers, as reported by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). This figure reflects a remarkable 14.7% surge compared to the corresponding period in the previous year, highlighting the sector’s impressive growth trajectory. Detailed statistics reveal […]
Makkah: The Municipality of Makkah is diligently preparing for the upcoming 1445 Hajj season, focusing on ensuring the safety and comfort of the millions of pilgrims expected to visit the Kingdom, as reported by agencies. A comprehensive plan has been devised, mobilizing a workforce of 22,000 individuals, including administrators, engineers, technicians, sanitation workers, and support […]
The UAE Cabinet has sanctioned a 10-year Blue Residency visa for individuals who make “exceptional contributions” to environmental conservation efforts. Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, revealed this initiative following a Cabinet session at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. “The sustainability of our economy has become linked to the sustainability […]
The sole expedition travel company in the Middle East has guided 400 explorers to date. Dubai: EDUOUTINGS, the pioneering Dubai-based expedition travel company, comes with an exciting announcement – the addition of the South Pole Expedition to their portfolio of remote destinations. This exhilarating 8-day South Pole Expedition offers travelers the rare chance to explore […]
Riyadh: The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA) of Saudi Arabia have approved rules for duty-free shops in arrival areas across all ports of entry. Travelers to the Kingdom must adhere to these guidelines, specifying purchase limits and allowed quantities. According to ZATCA, travelers can buy duty-free items worth up to SAR 3,000 per person […]
During the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), Fahd Hamidaddin, CEO of the Saudi Tourism Authority, emphasized the necessity of regional cooperation to attract major events. He highlighted the potential for collaboration to organize an ‘Arabian tour’ that could entice globally renowned artists like Taylor Swift. Hamidaddin also discussed the forthcoming “unified GCC visa,” a travel permit […]
Dubai: On Monday, Emirates Airline granted employees a bonus worth 20 weeks’ salary. This bonus, to be included in May salaries, celebrates Emirates’ exceptional financial performance in the 2023-2024 fiscal year, with record profits of Dhs18.7 billion and revenues of Dhs137.30 billion. Furthermore, the airline’s workforce has grown by 10 percent to 112,406 employees, marking […]
Dubai: Rohan Ashok Khaunte, the Minister for Tourism, IT, and Printing & Stationery in the Indian state of Goa, emphasized the significance of the Middle East region, particularly the UAE, as a crucial tourism market for India. He highlighted ongoing efforts to revitalize the tourism sector post-COVID-19, aiming to reshape the travel landscape and promote […]
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau (ADCEB), under the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), has launched an initiative aimed at positioning Abu Dhabi as a premier wedding destination. Announced during the ongoing Arabian Travel Market 2024 and set to commence in May 2024, this initiative extends […]
Dubai: In a meeting at the recently concluded Arabian Travel Market, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, emphasized commitment of Dubai to future investments, highlighted by the AED128 billion plan to construct the world’s largest airport, capable of accommodating 260 million passengers annually. […]
