JEDDHA/DUBAI: Emirates has today officially opened the doors to its first ever lounge in the region at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The airline’s newest dedicated lounge will accommodate customers flying on its triple daily A380 services. The AED 20 million (USD$5.4 million) investment, 900-square-metre lounge located in the airport’s newest Terminal 1 will cater to the …

GETAFE, Spain: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has ordered four additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft for the Royal Saudi Arabia Air Force (RSAF). The first of these aircraft will enter into conversion at the beginning of 2026; they will enter into service and join the RSAF in 2027 to carry out air-to-air refuelling and transport missions. …

DUBAI: Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, is inviting chefs, entrepreneurs, and creative F&B business owners to register their interest in the Restaurants and Coffee Shops category for Season 29. This category offers an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs to bring their innovative culinary concepts to life at Global Village’s Season …

ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is today announcing exciting updates coming to the North American market ahead of the winter travel season, reinforcing the airline’s dedication to facilitating seamless travel experiences. Beginning 27 October, Etihad will increase its nonstop flight service between Boston and Abu Dhabi from four flights per week to once daily, offering …

DUBAI/RAS AL KHAIMAH: Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island invites you to craft unforgettable memories with our “Summer Bliss Awaits” staycation package. Experience a luxurious stay in our Superior Rooms, ideal for families desiring comfort and convenience. Embrace the joy of summer at our serene island retreat, where relaxation and adventure seamlessly blend. Spacious Accommodation for Large Families: Our thoughtfully designed …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Chambers signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with VFS Global, the world’s largest visa outsourcing and technology service specialist for governments and their diplomatic missions. Under the terms of the agreement, VFS Global will provide strategic services to accelerate trade and investment development for Dubai-based companies across the company’s global network. The MoU is aimed …

News Desk DUBAI: Rove Hotels, the quirky and fun-loving lifestyle brand designed for modern travellers, is excited to announce the opening of its newest property, Rove JBR. Situated in the heart of one of Dubai’s most vibrant beachfront communities, this newest addition to the hotel brand will retain all of the classic Rove ingredients with an extra sprinkle of excitement. …

Qatar Airways Holidays, the leisure division of the award-winning Qatar Airways, is thrilled to unveil its latest offering – a curated collection of Qatar Stopover packages for travellers across the GCC region. Travellers booking their flights on Qatar Airways’ global network of over 170 destinations now have the option to transform one holiday into two by stopping over in Qatar for up to …

ADDIS ABABA: Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest network operating carrier in Africa, proudly announces an outstanding month of growth and expansion. In June, the airline unveiled four new international and domestic routes, enhanced flight frequencies on six routes, and celebrated prestigious awards from Skytrax and APEX. On the international front, Ethiopian Airlines has expanded its network with new routes, including …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology and Vistara Airlines successfully collaborated on a joint promotion to support the travel industry during the typically slow period last Ramadan which boosted travel bookings, saw an overwhelming positive response from travel partners and resulted in healthy flight loads and increased incremental segments. As part of the highest seller …