ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Maldivian have unwrapped an early Christmas present for customers by announcing a strategic bilateral interline partnership, unlocking access to 16 dream holiday destinations in the Maldives beyond the main island of Malé. The agreement between Etihad and Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, means guests can now seamlessly …

DOHA, Qatar – Qatar Airways Group and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have signed a global partnership set to transform the fan experience at Asian football competitions in the coming years. The partnership will run from 2023 to 2029 in time for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023TM, which kicks off on 12 January. The package of rights also includes other …

News Desk TOKYO: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has officially re-introduced its world-class Chauffeur-drive service (CDS) for the airline’s premium customers travelling to and from Tokyo Haneda International Airport. This exclusive complimentary service guarantees a convenient, door-to-door experience for travellers, and replicates the airline’s renowned onboard travel experience and product offering. The airline’s First Class and Business Class customers …

Tennis & Country Club Fujairah (TCCF) hosted Festive Christmas Family Carnival and Tree Lighting In a bid to spread holiday cheer, the Tennis & Country Club Fujairah recently organised a delightful Christmas family carnival and a grand lighting ceremony for their magnificent Christmas tree. The event, which was a resounding success, offered a plethora of games and fun-filled activities for …

News Desk SHARJAH: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, today marked the inauguration of its first flight to Phuket, Thailand with a ceremony at Sharjah International Airport. The event was attended by Her Excellency Miss Nipa Nirannoot, Consul-General of Thailand to Dubai and the Northern Emirates, His Excellency Mr. Khanin Boony …

As winter holidays and New Year’s festivities approach, inDrive. City to City unveils a captivating snapshot of Pakistan’s travel preferences through their recent intercity survey. The findings provide insights for those gearing up for the festive season.With temperatures dropping, travel excitement heats up, revealing that 70% of Pakistanis thrive on spontaneity, choosing to plan their cross-city escapades a few days …

DOHA: marked a milestone for global connectivity, with the launch of Iberia’s direct flights to Doha, Qatar. The flight, IB6701, took off from Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) at 08:30 that morning with 270 passengers on board, and landed at the hub of Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport (DOH), at 17:35. With the start of daily direct flights between Madrid and …

News Desk KARACHI: The Indonesian Consulate General in Karachi carried out a trade, tourism and investment promotion program entitled “Indonesia Award 2023” at the Indonesian Consulate General on Friday, 15 December 2023. This event was attended by 150 invited partners of the Indonesian Consulate General from various circles of the Sindh Provincial Government, the diplomatic corps, the Pakistan Chamber of …

The Karachi Christmas Market, organized by Media Republic, lit up Alliance Francaise Karachi on Saturday, December 9th. This event showcased local talent, entrepreneurship, and cultural diversity, attracting a diverse audience from different walks of life. The market featured new local businesses displaying a variety of goods, including handmade crafts, apparel, perfumes, home accessories, linens, stationery, candles and even organic milk …

News Desk DUBAI: Virtuzone further cements its position as the UAE’s leading company formation specialists as it introduces a market-first five-year residence visa and five-year trade license package, offering entrepreneurs and businesses a ground-breaking business setup solution that offers long-term security, enhanced value and increased savings. Trade licenses issued in the UAE generally have a one-year validity period while residence …