DUBAI: Flying to more countries than any other airline in the world, Turkish Airlines has once again added Osaka International Airport to its flight network starting from December 12. This move stands as a testament to the airline’s ongoing commitment to network expansion, ensuring passengers enjoy unparalleled connectivity. Flights to Osaka now operate four days a week—on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays—between Istanbul Airport and Osaka International Airport, …

By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: A 10-year-old artist has celebrated the 10th anniversary of Premier Inn Abu Dhabi International Airport Hotel with the creation of three masterpieces. Vidhaan Bankar, the son of General Manager Pratibha Bankar, has made three extraordinary drawings of the Abu Dhabi leadership marking this important milestone for the hotel. The portraits of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh …

Living up to its tagline “Full of Surprises”, Dubai Duty Free has lined up exciting promotions to celebrate its milestone 40th anniversary this December. The promotions include Dubai Duty Free 40th Anniversary Shop & Win Gold, Dubai Duty Free 40th Anniversary Surprise and The Dubai Duty Free Shopping List, to win Dhs40,000 worth of DDF Gift Cards respectively, while a …

ABU DHABI: This holiday season, Etihad Airways is spreading seasonal cheer with traditional festive cuisine served at 30,000 feet. From the 23-25 December, Etihad will deliver a festive menu in all cabins on more than 30 routes across the network. The airline expects to serve more than 50,000 Christmas dinners on board over the three-day holiday period. The menu includes …

DUBAI: Pincode by Chef Kunal Kapur is an Indian Inspired Kitchen. Named as a nod to a time when places were defined by more than just numbers, Pincode embodies the essence of connection and everlasting memories. This season, our kitchen transforms into a haven of comfort, featuring a winter menu crafted with love and inspired by fresh seasonal ingredients. Dive …

As a busy year of international travel draws to a close, the world’s largest international airline is revealing how passengers spent their time inflight, delving into data to dissect what exactly Emirates customers watched and listened to on journeys to and from 140 destinations around the world. Most watched movies on ice in 2023 Customers craving top notch entertainment are spoilt for …

News Desk DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, was named “Airline of the Year” at the Aviator Middle East Awards, formerly known as The Aviation Business Middle East Awards. Daniel Kerrison, Senior Vice President of Inflight Operations at flydubai, accepted the award on behalf of the carrier at a ceremony held yesterday in Dubai. The event was attended by key members …

DOHA: Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer has been elected to the International Air Transport Association’s Board of Governors. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the trade association for the world’s airlines, representing some 320 airlines or 83% of total air traffic. IATA’s mission is to represent, lead, and serve the airline industry where it …

MANILA/FORT WORTH: Philippine Airlines and American Airlines have launched a codeshare partnership that introduces the first marketed flights by a Philippine carrier to several U.S. destinations and allows American’s customers to travel to the Pearl of the Orient, Manila, and the beautiful beaches of Cebu. American’s customers are now able to book tickets on aa.com for codeshare flights operated by …

GURUGRAM: Air India, India’s leading global airline, today unveiled its much anticipated, brand-new collection of uniforms for cabin and cockpit crew, marking the arrival of a new age of inflight couture. Crafted by Indian celebrity couturier, Manish Malhotra, in his Mumbai atelier, the new uniforms feature an array of colours and timeless designs. The collection mirrors a rare, harmonious blend …