News Desk DUBAI: The Ballarò Restaurant & Terrace – a stunning outdoor space located on Level 6 at Conrad Dubai – is thrilled to reveal its all-new look, with earthy tones, striped canopies and lush greenery. Capturing the essence of Italy at every turn, the tranquil, light-filled oasis brings the warmth of Tuscan charm to the city, inviting guests to enjoy …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: The College of Tourism and Hotel Management (COTHM) Karachi proudly celebrated its 9th Annual Convocation with the theme “Skilled Youth, Hope of Pakistan” at the prestigious PC Hotel Karachi. Over 200 graduates specializing in culinary arts, hospitality, travel and tourism, and food safety were honored for their outstanding achievements, marking a milestone in their professional journeys. …

Web Desk DUBAI: Emirates marked a significant milestone yesterday as its first Airbus A350 entered commercial service, operating its inaugural flight from Dubai to Edinburgh. Emirates newest aircraft combines next-generation cabin design and exceptional passenger comfort paired with outstanding onboard service. The aircraft, featuring Emirates’ latest cabin products is the first of 65 A350s joining the airline’s fleet over the …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai International (DXB) is on track to welcome 4.3 million guests in the first 15 days of the year, setting the stage for its busiest January yet. Daily traffic is projected to peak on 3 January, with over 311,000 guests expected. With an average of 287,000 guests passing through daily during this period—8% higher than the same …

RAS AL KHAIMAH: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), celebrated the launch of its latest route from Ras Al Khaimah to Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The new service marks a new milestone in the airline’s continued expansion and contribution to the growth of the tourism sector in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The …

DOHA: Qatar Airways is pleased to announce the resumption of three weekly flights to Damascus, Syria, from 7 January 2025. This marks a significant step in reconnecting the region and providing passengers with seamless access to Qatar Airways’ extensive global network of more than 170 destinations. The decision to restart operations to Syria reflects the airline’s commitment to fostering regional …

By Rafiq Vayani DOHA: Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline as voted by Skytrax in 2024, has landed its first resumption flight at Abha International Airport (AHB), on Thursday, 2 January 2025. The airline will operate two weekly flights to Abha, offering seamless connectivity on Qatar Airways’ extensive global network of over 170 destinations. With the resumption of this route, Qatar …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways opened its new Etihad U.S. Preclearance Lounge at Zayed International Airport on 30 December, enhancing the travel experience for passengers flying to the United States. Located steps away from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Preclearance facility, the new lounge provides eligible guests with a serene space to unwind after completing their U.S. …

News Desk DUBAI: The New Year began on a high note for Dubai Duty Free with the operation announcing a new annual sales record of Dhs7.901 billion (US$2.164 billion) for 2024, with a major surge in sales happening towards the end of the year. The month of December set a record with sales of Dhs821.944 million (US$225.190 million), a 2% …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Consulate General of Malaysia in Karachi organized ‘Black-Pink’ themed Annual Dinner to conclude the year 2024, in collaboration with PERWAKILAN Karachi and Sports and Recreation Club. The event was attended by Home-Based Staff (HBS), PERWAKILAN members, as well as Locally-Recruited Staff and their family. The event was an appreciation for the Consulate’s staff who have …