By Rafiq Vayani KUCHING: Tourism Malaysia continues to earn international acclaim after securing a PATA Gold Award 2026 at this year’s official presentation ceremony organised by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). The award was presented yesterday at the PATA Gold Awards 2026 Gala Dinner, held in conjunction with the PATA Travel Mart (PTM) 2026 in Kuching, Sarawak. The award …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost carrier, has announced the opening of ticket sales for its new direct service between Muscat and Erbil, with flights commencing on 25 October 2026. Erbil will become SalamAir’s second destination in Iraq, further expanding the airline’s network across the region.  The new route will operate twice weekly, providing passengers with an affordable and convenient direct travel option between Muscat and Erbil. …

Web Desk KARACHI: Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier and a PIF company, today announced it is expected to reach the major milestone of one million members this month. The milestone marks a significant achievement for the rapidly growing community, highlighting the strong momentum behind Sfeer since its launch. To celebrate this landmark achievement, the one millionth person to …

News Desk DUBAI: ITC Hotels Limited today announced the signing of a management agreement for a 51 key hotel in Assagao, North Goa, under its fast-growing Storii by ITC Hotels brand. The hotel is envisioned as a distinctive hospitality offering inspired by the region’s vibrant character attracting travellers to its dynamic culinary treasure, natural beauty, boutique retail experiences, and proximity …

Summer in Qatar offers families plenty of ways to keep young minds active and entertained. From immersive adventures and interactive museums to creative activities and educational attractions, children can learn, play and discover something new while enjoying quality time with the family. Whether they are exploring a colourful new world, getting closer to nature or putting their imagination to the …

By Rafiq Vayani DOHA: Qatar Airways, the operator of the world’s first and largest Starlink-equipped widebody fleet, has become the first airline to operate Starlink-equipped Boeing 787-9 aircraft, globally. The carrier has also completed Starlink rollout across its Boeing 787-8 sub-fleet in seven months, bringing the total number of its Starlink-equipped widebody aircraft to 150. Qatar Airways remains on track …

News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir is pleased to announce the appointment of Eng. Yaqoob bin Saif bin Hamoud Al Kiyumi as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 October 2026. The appointment marks a new chapter in SalamAir’s journey as the airline continues to build on its achievements and advance its strategic priorities, with a focus on sustainable growth, operational excellence, enhanced customer …

Integration of 1,607 vehicles into the Bolt platform strengthens service availability, improves operational efficiency, and reduces customer waiting times DUBAI: Dubai Taxi Company PJSC (DTC), a leading provider of comprehensive mobility solutions in the UAE, and its strategic partner Bolt, has signed a partnership agreement with Arabia Taxi, a subsidiary of the Economic Group Holdings, to integrate the company’s fleet …

Framework development aims to accelerate Thailand’s readiness for commercial AAM operations MELBOURNE, Fla: Eve Air Mobility (NYSE: EVEX, EVEXW; B3: EVEB31) and RV Connex Co., Ltd., a leading Thai engineering and aerospace company, are signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work together on regulatory development that will help shape Thailand’s Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry. Under the terms of …

The world’s most forward-thinking wellness destinations are no longer built around treatments. They are built around transformation. Thailand is leading that shift There is a particular kind of traveller who is no longer satisfied with simply visiting a beautiful place. They want to feel it in their body. They want to leave measurably better than they arrived. For this traveller, …