DUBAI: Celebrating World Chocolate Day on 7 July, Emirates is sharing that more than 40 million pieces of gourmet chocolate are served onboard each year, to passengers in all classes. Sweetening the travel experience with the world’s most beloved confectionary, Emirates selects and serves a delectable selection of artisan chocolate as part of the signature meal service in all classes, to …

PUTRAJAYA: Two batches of travel trade partners, comprising 17 travel agents from Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), recently went on 6D 5N familiarisation trips (FAM Trips) hosted by Tourism Malaysia as part of promoting Malaysia’s colourful city and fun destinations first-hand, and increase product knowledge on nature to their respective markets. Held in collaboration with Air Arabia, the …

DOHA: Qatar Airways has landed its inaugural flight to the French city of Lyon, with the new direct service operated by a Boeing 787-8, with four weekly flights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. This new route expands Qatar Airways’ presence in France, whilst also growing its global network of more than 160 destinations. The flight was celebrated in both …

NEW YORK: SEPMA International USA, the renowned cultural platform dedicated to promoting music and recognizing talented musicians, is thrilled to announce the soft launch of its latest musical masterpiece, “RABB.” Sung by the incredibly talented Indian singer Nirmala Meghani, and our home-grown amazing Shafqat Amanat Ali, with the legendary Kamran Akhtar doing the master mix to support the journey of …

ABU DHABI: Companies certified under the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology’s (MoIAT) National In-Country Value (ICV) Program can avail special rates on shipping and miles on Etihad Airways flights from 1 July until 1 October 2023. The initiative comes as part of a partnership between MoIAT and the airline, which was announced at this year’s Make it in the Emirates …

The sense of excitement is rising ahead of the 16th Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Festival which will take place at The Curragh Racecourse in Co. Kildare (Ireland) from June 30th to the 2nd of July, 2023.  The Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby itself will run on Sunday, 2nd of July and will see some of Europe’s top trainers, jockeys …

Qatar Airways is sharing its Eid Al Adha festivities with passengers onboard and at its global premium lounges by creating memorable experiences showcased through special product designs and passenger giveaways. The airline’s Eid Al Adha celebrations will start from 28 June to 01 July in both Premium and Economy cabins. Marking the end of the Hajj pilgrimage and the start …

News Desk ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) continued its commitment to incorporating the power of music and the arts into the healing process with its annual Music in Hospitals, initiative aimed at advancing the therapeutic power of music in healthcare settings. Backed by extensive research demonstrating its positive impact on patient recovery rates and well-being, …

News Desk RIYADH: The 54th Paris Air Show started on a high note for Saudi Arabia with comprehensive participation from the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) along with the Kingdom’s aviation sector companies and organizations, and air carriers. Back after a four-year-long hiatus owing to COVID-19 pandemic, the show kicked off at the Le Bourget Airport, Paris on 19 …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Tom Cruise returned in style today to Abu Dhabi International Airport’s Midfield Terminal, where key parts of the movie were shot, ahead of the film’s Middle East premiere at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental tomorrow night. The star of the highly anticipated seventh instalment of the Mission: Impossible franchise arrived on the first flight into the new …