With schools out for summer and the mercury rising in the GCC, travellers looking to explore Europe eco-consciously can revel in Germany’s plethora of sustainable offerings. With the popularity of rail travel on the rise and the hunt for eco-aware methods becoming ever-more necessary, Germany is moving to meet demand by announcing an affordable public transport option for all. Now …

People travelling through Dubai International (DXB) now have access to a new customer contact centre that provides always-on access to DXB customer service professionals anytime, anywhere, at their convenience on their channel of choice. The new contact centre blends live and technology-enabled services for travellers to access support via phone, email, live chat, social media on @DXB and @DubaiAirports platforms, …

RoyalJet Abu Dhabi, an award winning global leader in premium private aviation, has added yet another Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) to its fleet taking the total number of BBJs to 12. This makes RoyalJet the largest BBJ Operator in the world. The aircraft was acquired by the group in early 2022 and is now ready for charter after undergoing upgrades …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI/KUALA LUMPUR: Tourism Malaysia is actively re-building international tourism demand by taking Thai Travel Agents Association (TTAA) and also media from the Thailand market on its familiarisation trip (FAM Trip) to promote Malaysia as a safe holiday destination and welcome more international travellers following the national borders reopening. A total of 97 participants from the Thai Travel …

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, have announced they are the first airline to join the Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA), an international group of practitioners and academia convened by the University of Cambridge. The airline joins Boeing and Rolls-Royce who also announced their commitment to partner with AIA to accelerate their work towards net zero aviation and provide …

Spice up the summer heat at The Meydan Hotel’s fine dining restaurants as they offer irresistible deals. Guests can enjoy international cuisines at the luxury hotel’s dining spots, including Millennium Lounge, Farriers Restaurant, PRIME Steakhouse, and Qube Sports Bar. PRIME STEAKHOUSE Aperitivo at PRIME Savour the finest dishes curated by the hotel’s top chefs and paired with selections by the …

Qatar’s successful bid to host the FIFA World Cup has accelerated development in critical sectors of the economy, including travel and tourism, hospitality and infrastructure. Most predictions estimate that over one million visitors will arrive in Qatar for the event, generating approximately QAR 66 billion for the country by 2025. The event will also be a catalyst for supporting Qatar’s …

Are you a fan of Asian flavours, and if dinner feels incomplete without a big plate of Noodles and Jasmine Tea, we have a new spot to add to your list. At the Dubai Studio City China Bistro, you can expect to find signature favorites such as the prawn tempura, crispy potato with lime and chilly, crispy vegetable Konjeenaro, Fire …

Emirates, the Dubai-based international airline, today announced that from 3 August, it will step up its frequencies from Dubai to Guangzhou to twice weekly from the current once a week service, operated with its flagship A380 aircraft. This added frequency will further help meet the growing customer demand on the back of gradually-eased travel protocols in China, and the rest of the world. …

Bustanica has opened the doors to the world’s largest hydroponic farm, backed by an investment of US$40m. The facility is the first vertical farm for Emirates Crop One, the joint venture between Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), one of the world’s largest catering operations serving more than 100 airlines, and Crop One, an industry leader in technology-driven indoor vertical farming. Located …