AnimaWings flights support Abu Dhabi’s growing international network By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Airports has officially welcomed AnimaWings to Zayed International Airport (AUH), marking the Romanian carrier’s first operations to the UAE capital. Scheduled services began on 27 December, representing an important milestone in strengthening air links between Abu Dhabi and Europe and further diversifying the destination’s growing …

News Desk DUBAI: Yango Ads, the ad tech division of Yango Group, strengthened its regional footprint by joining the 2025 MENA Effie Awards as an official sponsor and presenter, underscoring its growing role in the region’s advertising and marketing ecosystem. The ceremony, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, under the Riyadh Season umbrella, brought together the MENA’s leading creatives, agencies, and …

By Rafiq Vayani JEDDAH: flyadeal has introduced a raft of customer experience enhancements focused on convenience and flexibility with highlights including 7kg free carry-on baggage on its most basic fare bundle, ‘fly’. The value-added hand baggage incentive recognises the need for passengers who purchase the low-cost carrier’s most popular low fare packages, to take more essentials onboard when planning their …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, has announced that ticket sales are now open for its new direct flights between Muscat and Damascus, Syria, further expanding its Middle East network and enhancing regional air connectivity.  The first flight on the Muscat–Damascus route is scheduled to operate on 02 May, with conveniently timed services operating twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Damascus, one of the oldest …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, has announced the launch of Port Sudan as its newest destination, expanding its network across the Middle East and Africa. The new Muscat–Port Sudan service will commence on 27 January 2026, operating three flights per week. With this launch, SalamAir becomes the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) airline to operate direct flights to Sudan, enhancing air connectivity between Oman and Northeast Africa with affordable and …

A culinary collaboration by two of Jumeirah’s celebrated pastry chefs DUBAI: Jumeirah Al Naseem unveils a new pastry pop-up for the festive season, opening on Tuesday, 23 December. Guests can expect a curated showcase of seasonal confections crafted by two of Jumeirah’s talented pastry chefs. Located as an extension of Al Mandhar Lounge, the pop-up brings together the talents of …

Employees across airport, airline, and maritime industries recognised for service excellence across every tourism touchpoint By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has celebrated the completion of exceptional frontliners from Zayed International Airport, Etihad Airways, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP), and Maritime Abu Dhabi, …

Swiss-Belhotel International, has signed a management agreement for The Gama by Swiss-Belhotel, Kilimani, Nairobi, with Albushra Real Estate Limited, marking the global debut of its newest brand concept and underscoring the group’s strategic expansion across Africa.The latest signing builds on the group’s established presence in East Africa, where Swiss-Belhotel International operates multiple properties, reflecting its confidence in the region’s long-term growth …

LONDON: Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has been awarded a seven-year freighter handling license at Brussels Airport (BRU) in Belgium. The start of operations at BRU brings Belgium into Menzies Aviation’s growing global network of more than 350 airports in 65 countries. It highlights the company’s continued momentum and focus on expanding its …

News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, has officially opened ticket sales for its new non-stop service between Muscat and Vienna, establishing the first direct scheduled air connection between the Sultanate of Oman and Austria. Scheduled to commence on 24 June 2026, the route represents a key milestone in SalamAir’s international expansion and provides travelers with a direct flight between Oman and Central Europe. The launch of the Muscat–Vienna service supports national aviation and tourism objectives under …