Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has launched its first-ever scheduled flights linking Abu Dhabi and Guangzhou. The inaugural flight, EY868, departed Abu Dhabi last night after a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by representatives from the Chinese Embassy to the UAE, Abu Dhabi Airports Company, Miral Asset Management and Etihad Aviation Group. The flight touched down at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport this …

Malaysia is taking another initiative in the North American market, which includes Canada, to boost inbound tourism following its international border reopening. Tourism Malaysia Los Angeles Office has brought seven (7) travel advisors on a familiarisation (FAM) trip to Malaysia from 5 to 14 October 2022 led by Mr Akbal Setia, the Vice President of Tourism Malaysia for the Americas. …

Emirates has appointed Salem Al Mana as the new Regional Manager for Pakistan, with effect from 1 November. This comes as part of the airline’s management rotations to support its commercial strategies and efforts in rebuilding its global network amidst the increase in travel demand and the easing of restrictions. Salem was previously Emirates’ Commercial Support Manager – Indonesia since …

His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has issued Emiri Resolution No. 14 of 2022, appointing Mahmood Khaleel Ahmed Al Sayed Alhashmi as the Director General of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development. Alhashmi joins the Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD), to continue his journey of success with governmental departments and …

British Airways has announced a three-year partnership with the British Red Cross as part of its BA Better World Community Fund programme, supporting communities across the UK in times of emergency. British Airways’ investment will help the British Red Cross reach people in times of crisis, from local small-scale incidents to national disasters, providing psychological and practical assistance to those affected. The …

Fairmont Hotels and Resorts, the global luxury hotel group, is pleased to announce the promotion of its Cluster Director of Sales and Marketing, Ahmed Abdraboh, effective as of October 2022. Ahmed will play a key role in overlooking the sales and marketing of Fairmont Dubai, Fairmont Ajman, and Fairmont Fujairah.  With over 13 years of progressive experience in commercial field, …

On 9 October, Times Square Center partners with Speedy Comics and Pop Con to welcome actress Samantha Alleyne, who is best-known as the first ever female Stormtrooper in the Star Wars movie franchise. Fans are invited to visit Times Square Center to meet Samantha from 3pm to 7pm, who will be signing autographs, posing for photographs, and generally having fun with …

LONDON/ABU DHABI: The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Al Mana Fashion Group (Al Mana) opened the first brick-and-mortar NBA Store in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with the league’s first e-commerce site dedicated to fans in the Middle East launching later this month.  The new brick-and-mortar store, operated by Al Mana and located at Yas Mall on Yas Island in …

As football fans all over the globe prepare to fly to Qatar for the biggest tournament of the year, Etihad Airways released a new comedy film featuring some famous football supporters, and a mystery VIP, on a flight to Doha. Khabib Nurmagomedov, the longest reigning, and undefeated UFC Lightweight Champion before his retirement, is a huge football fan. He and …

DUBAI/KUALA LUMPUR: Tourism Malaysia is collaborating with Traveloka on a smart partnership campaign to promote the country as the holiday destination of choice. The four-month campaign, which invites individuals to enjoy Malaysia’s multicultural attractions, scenic locations, diverse cuisine and renowned hospitality, will exclusively harness Traveloka’s innovative travel and lifestyle platform, which offers one of the most comprehensive, seamless and personalised …