By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which aims to position Dubai as one of the first cities in the world to implement digital verification of traveller medical records related to COVID-19 testing and vaccination. The MoU was signed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Emirates’ …

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, today announced the launch of flights to Cluj-Napoka in Romania. The airline will operate twice-weekly flights between Dubai International (DXB) and Avram Iancu International Airport Cluj (CLJ) starting from 20 March 2021. flydubai operates a double daily service between Dubai International (DXB) and Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). With the start of flights to Cluj-Napoka …

MANAMA: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announces the addition of Singapore to its growing network with 1 weekly flight starting April 2021. The airline continues to explore opportunities to expand its network and reach to different regions of the world. Known for its premium leisure and business appeal, Singapore will serve as another boutique destination …

News Desk DUBAI: Germany is readying for a year of transition in 2021 with a gradual recovery in international demand anticipated – including significant inbound visitation expected from the UAE and Saudi Arabia, according to the German National Tourism Board (GNTB). Utilising market research institutes and 2020 figures, the GNTB predicts keen travellers already have their bucket list destinations lined …

Popular French-American singer and actress, and Tina Turners’ daughter-in-law is currently touring the UAE (on work and holiday) and visited one of Dubai’s favourite hot-spots – The Selfie Kingdom (TSK).  The Middle East’s first selfie museum, TSK has been a must-visit attraction among all photo/ video enthusiast since its launch last January, 2020.  Afida Turner plans to shoot her upcoming …

BENGALURU: In anticipation of border reopening, Tourism Malaysia India Offices are engaging with Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) and Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) in a three-day meeting starting 19 February 2021 to set sights on strategic planning and come up with key initiatives, strategies and activities. Organised at the ITC Gardenia, the Directors and the entire marketing …

Etisalat and stc remain the frontrunners across the MEA region, claiming the title of the MEA’s strongest and most valuable telecoms brands, respectively. stc is the region’s most valuable brand, its brand value up an impressive 14% to US$9.2 billion, simultaneously jumping 5 positions to 13th and becoming a AAA- brand. stc has recently doubled the capacity of its network, never compromising on customer …

LONDON: British Airways has today launched two new fare brands for its trade customers, which offer refundable options and enhanced flexibility. Select and Select Pro are both refundable fares, which will give customers the flexibility to cancel a flight and claim a full or partial refund should their travel plans change. There will also be no change fee payable for …

Keeping customer convenience a top priority, Ufone has partnered with STARZPLAY by Cinepax to provide variety of latest TV shows, movies, kids’ entertainment and Pakistani dedicated content including selected titles in full HD with flexible payment plans. Ufone subscribers can now stream their favorite shows from any device at all times; also getting the opportunity to download all their shows …

TPL Trakker, Pakistan’s leading IoT Company providing Tracking, Telematics, Mapping and Location Based Services and Solutions, has partnered with Mr. Mahir, an online marketplace allowing skilled and experienced local professionals, to connect with customers looking for maintenance and handyman services. Following the partnership, TPL Trakker’s Location Based Service (LBS) APIs will power Mr. Mahir’s handyman services platform. Mr. Mahir, a homegrown startup, is a marketplace with …