BAYAN LEPAS: Tourism Malaysia welcomes the commencement of a new route by Loong Air, connecting Xian, China to Penang, Malaysia today at the Penang International Airport. The flight will operate twice weekly, every Monday and Friday, using the Airbus A320 with a capacity of 168 seats. The flight was warmly welcomed by YBhg. Dato’ Yeoh Soon Hin, Deputy Chairman of …

Concerts Catch Lucky Ali Live in Dubai.The king of 90s pop, Lucky Ali, is back. Catch him live at Zero Gravity on January 18, 2025as part of Winter Music Fest Season 3, featuring Bollywood’s biggest music stars. Get ready to sway to his soulful hits like O Sanam, Gori Teri Aankhen, Safarnama, and more. His last performance here in 2022 …

DOHA: Qatar Executive (QE), the luxury private jet charter division of Qatar Airways Group, is proud to announce that it has taken delivery of two additional Gulfstream G700 aircraft, taking its total fleet size to 24. The two additional aircraft will increase the total number of Gulfstream G700 in QE’s fleet to six, with an additional four G700s scheduled for …

News Desk DUBAI: Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world’s lifelong learning company, proudly announces the release of the Pearson Global English Proficiency Report 2024. This comprehensive report provides invaluable insights into global English proficiency levels and spotlights regional trends in the Middle East, India, the Philippines, Japan, Egypt, Colombia, and Europe. It is an essential resource for business leaders and talent …

News Desk DUBAI: The Ballarò Restaurant & Terrace – a stunning outdoor space located on Level 6 at Conrad Dubai – is thrilled to reveal its all-new look, with earthy tones, striped canopies and lush greenery. Capturing the essence of Italy at every turn, the tranquil, light-filled oasis brings the warmth of Tuscan charm to the city, inviting guests to enjoy …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: The College of Tourism and Hotel Management (COTHM) Karachi proudly celebrated its 9th Annual Convocation with the theme “Skilled Youth, Hope of Pakistan” at the prestigious PC Hotel Karachi. Over 200 graduates specializing in culinary arts, hospitality, travel and tourism, and food safety were honored for their outstanding achievements, marking a milestone in their professional journeys. …

Web Desk DUBAI: The Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation (AGF) has launched Massar Al Ghurair, an innovative skill-based upskilling and job matching program aimed at connecting Emirati and Arab youth with career pathways and employment opportunities. Developed in partnership with SkyHive by Cornerstone, the program bridges the gap between education and employment, creating new opportunities for youth across the Middle East …

News Desk DUBAI: Qashio, one of the leading providers of spend management solutions, has announced its strategic partnership with Visa, a world leader in digital payments, to launch Visa Commercial Choice Travel program for the first time in the region. With this innovative B2B Travel payments solution launch, Visa and Qashio will support the travel industry in the UAE, MENA, …

News Desk MUMBAI: SKAL International India, the premier global organization for travel and tourism professionals, is delighted to announce the SKAL India National Congress 2025, scheduled to take place in Mumbai from September 12–14, 2025. This highly anticipated event will bring together key stakeholders from the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries to foster collaboration, exchange innovative ideas, and celebrate the …

Opinion Editorial: By HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA Thanks to the wise guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the UAE has solidified its competitive foundations and …