MANAMA: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announces the addition of Singapore to its growing network with 1 weekly flight starting April 2021. The airline continues to explore opportunities to expand its network and reach to different regions of the world. Known for its premium leisure and business appeal, Singapore will serve as another boutique destination …

News Desk DUBAI: Germany is readying for a year of transition in 2021 with a gradual recovery in international demand anticipated – including significant inbound visitation expected from the UAE and Saudi Arabia, according to the German National Tourism Board (GNTB). Utilising market research institutes and 2020 figures, the GNTB predicts keen travellers already have their bucket list destinations lined …

BENGALURU: In anticipation of border reopening, Tourism Malaysia India Offices are engaging with Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) and Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) in a three-day meeting starting 19 February 2021 to set sights on strategic planning and come up with key initiatives, strategies and activities. Organised at the ITC Gardenia, the Directors and the entire marketing …

LONDON: British Airways has today launched two new fare brands for its trade customers, which offer refundable options and enhanced flexibility. Select and Select Pro are both refundable fares, which will give customers the flexibility to cancel a flight and claim a full or partial refund should their travel plans change. There will also be no change fee payable for …

Airbus and Atlas Telecom, a UAE-based communications technology integration and security solutions company, signed a strategic partnership agreement at the ongoing IDEX 2021 to combine their local and global expertise and reinforce collaboration among public safety agencies in Abu Dhabi. The cooperation will lead to the integration of Airbus’ Tactilon Agnet, Everus Manpack and Tactilon Dabat into Atlas Telecom’s solutions …

The Meydan Hotel is all set to end racing season with a bang as the city’s most discerning 5-star hotel takes center stage in the road to the Dubai World Cup. Transforming into the perfect locale to stay, dine and play this March, the UAE’s only racecourse facing hotel pairs uninterrupted views, delicious flavours and equestrian spirit as they countdown …

Emirates SkyCargo is underlining its commitment to the international food and beverage industry with its participation in Gulfood 2021, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade exhibition in Dubai between 21 and 25 February 2021. The event brings together a wide range of participants from the food and beverage sourcing ecosystem from around the world. Emirates SkyCargo has participated …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai’s attractions have put in place a range of precautionary measures to give UAE residents and visitors the continued confidence to enjoy a diverse range of experiences within a safe environment. Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) is working closely with relevant government entities and industry stakeholders to ensure all safety measures at places …

News Desk DUBAI: As Italy retains its position as one of the top exporters of agri-food to the UAE, Italian food products like pasta, confectionery, chocolate, cheese and olive oil, on display at Italian Trade Agency’s (ITA) ‘ITAlian Food Lab’ in Gulfood captured the interest of visitors. Divine aroma of Italian cooking filled the stand as Michelin Star Italian Chefs …

Air Arabia Egypt, has announced the launch of a new direct flight from Cairo to Muscat capital city of Oman, starting March 11,2021. Schedule to Muscat, effective March 11,2021 (all times local) Flight Departure Time Arrival Time Aircraft Frequency E5 753 Cairo 12:55 Muscat 18:35 Airbus A320 Mon/Thu E5 754 Muscat 19:25 Cairo 22:05 Airbus A320 Mon/Thu Customers can now book their direct …