Etihad Airways marks its first anniversary at Terminal A, Zayed International Airport, celebrating a year of remarkable growth and innovation. Since transitioning in November 2023, the airline has expanded its weekly flights from 1,336 to 1,732, connecting Abu Dhabi to over 80 global destinations. Terminal A, a world-class facility capable of handling up to 45 […]
DUBAI: Marking the 7th anniversary of their partnership, Emirates airline and flydubai announced a significant milestone: together, they’ve operated over 1.5 million flights since 2017, transporting more than 19 million passengers. This figure represents a passenger base equivalent to the combined populations of Paris and New York City, highlighting the vast reach and popularity of […]
DUBAI: Emirates, the Official Global Airline Partner of the NBA and the inaugural title partner of the Emirates NBA Cup, is gearing up for the highly anticipated 2024-25 NBA season. To celebrate, the airline has unveiled a striking new livery dedicated to the league, which will be showcased on flights starting next week. This unique […]
NEW DELHI: Tourist visits to lighthouses along India’s 7,517-km coastline have surged by 400 percent, growing from 400,000 to 1.6 million annually over the past decade. This rise is part of India’s initiative to promote lighthouse tourism, highlighting the historical and cultural significance of the country’s 203 lighthouses. In the first half of the current […]
Saying goodbye at the airport just got a bit more interesting in New Zealand, where long hugs could land you in hot water. Dunedin Airport, located on the charming South Island, has decided that three minutes is the maximum cuddle time allowed at its drop-off zone. Yep, you read that right—a three-minute hug limit! A […]
Emirates has been crowned the “World’s Best Airline” among 90 global carriers in a comprehensive study by Telegraph Travel. The ranking was based on over 30 criteria, including punctuality, baggage allowance, fleet age, route network, in-flight meals, and rewards programmes. The study pulled data from 18 independent awards, reader polls, and expert reviews. Emirates was […]
DUBAI: Commuters and tourists walking out of Charring Cross station on October 9 and looking to flag a black cab were greeted with a surprising sight: a bright yellow flying taxi hovering above the traditional taxi queue. Launched by the UAE as part of the country’s “Bring Your Impossible/Invest in the UAE” invitation, the futuristic […]
DUBAI: H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, has launched the first phase of the unified Dubai Sky Map, a crucial tool to enhance the mechanism for supervising the activities of the civil aviation sector […]
Global travel app Skyscanner shares the latest trends shaping industry and traveller behaviour insights in its Travel Trends 2025 report. While last year was all about cultural exploration, 2025 will build on this as the year of truly shared travel experiences, highlighting the power of collective exploration and discovery. Built using Skyscanner’s proprietary search data, […]
DUBAI: dnata, a top air and travel services provider, is teaming up with beOnd, the world’s first premium leisure airline, to enhance travel between Dubai and popular holiday destinations. This partnership aims to promote beOnd’s unique offerings and provide excellent services to travelers from the UAE. Currently, beOnd operates flights from Al Maktoum – Dubai […]
DUBAI: Emirates airlines bans pagers and walkie-talkies on its flights after sabotage attacks in Lebanon according to agency reports. The airline also extended flight cancellations for certain Middle East destinations due to escalating regional tensions. Passengers travelling to, from, or through Dubai are not allowed to carry pagers or walkie-talkies in either checked or cabin […]
