By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Pakistan Travel Mart (PTM) proudly hosted a Strategic Partnerships MoU Signing Ceremony, marking a major milestone as Fazale Rabbi Group (FRG) and Karachi Marriott Hotel officially joined as Platinum Partners for Pakistan Travel Mart 2026. The landmark event reinforced PTM’s role as the country’s premier platform for uniting Pakistan’s travel, tourism, and hospitality ecosystem. The ceremony …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: flydubai has announced the launch of two new leadership development programmes designed to accelerate internal talent growth, strengthen leadership capability and further embed a high-performance, values-driven work culture across the organisation. The initiatives include an Executive Leadership Programme for senior leaders and a Management Training Programme for mid-level managers, both nine-month blended learning journeys focused on …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Karachi Marriott Hotel proudly welcomed its newest team members with a dynamic and engaging orientation programme designed to immerse fresh talent into the renowned Marriott culture of excellence. The exclusive session featured warm introductions, interactive engagements with all Heads of Departments, and a comprehensive overview of the hotel’s values, service standards, and commitment to delivering memorable …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates and Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) have signed an agreement to open Emirates Wolgan Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Lodge – a 40-key all-inclusive luxury lodge set to be situated on a 7,000-acre conservancy in Australia’s Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area. Emirates Wolgan Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Lodge is expected to mark the first Ritz-Carlton Lodge in the world and a …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free marked Blood Donors Day by hosting an event that honoured employees who have consistently donated blood since 2011 and by reinforcing its annual blood donation drive campaign. Organised by the company’s Corporate Responsibility Department, the event recognised nearly 300 dedicated Dubai Duty Free staff members from operations and back offices. Their continued participation over …

News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, operated its inaugural flight today from Muscat to Port Sudan, marking the first operations of an Omani airline between the two cities. The new service, which will operate three flights per week, and further expands SalamAir’s network across the Middle East and Africa.  With this service, SalamAir becomes the first GCC airline to offer direct air links to Sudan, strengthening connectivity between the Sultanate of Oman and Northeast …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates has announced the expansion of its signature Chauffeur-Drive service in Japan, extending the premium ground experience to customers travelling from Narita International Airport from 1 February 2026 and Kansai International Airport from 1 March 2026. These destinations are added to the existing Chauffeur-Drive service available at Haneda Airport, reinforcing Emirates’ position as the only international airline …

Sport Desk DUBAI: American professional golfer Patrick Reed was on hand to conduct the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise draw for a BMW M5 (Marina Bay Blue Metallic) car, following his composed four-shot victory at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic at the Emirates Golf Club yesterday. Reed, who claimed his fourth DP World Tour title and the first Rolex Series title …

News Desk DUBAI: Building on their existing partnership, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Air Peace, West Africa’s largest airline, have activated a bilateral interline agreement, expanding air connectivity between Africa, the UAE, and London. The agreement offers passengers of both airlines frictionless, single-ticket travel and with through-checked baggage, on select routes, resulting in greater travel comfort and convenience …

DENMARK: Kenya Airways (KQ) has once again emerged as a leader in sustainable aviation, securing three awards at The Aviation Challenge 2025. This marks the fourth year the carrier has been recognized for its practical approach to green flight, proving how African aviation is driving global innovation through strategic partnerships and eco- conscious operations. At this year’s challenge, Kenya Airways received the following awards including: •  Most Impactful Solution – Catering •  Game Changer of the Year •  Special Recognition for Collaboration with KLM. George Kamal, …