The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism in the Sultanate of Oman has put in place several digital workshops and seminars that highlight the essence and diversity of tourist destinations in Oman, main touristic experiences and the Omani heritage and environment. The digital workshops also showcase and highlight competitive advantages that drive tourism in the country, making it one of the …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates has announced it will increase services to popular holiday destinations, Maldives and Seychelles, ahead of the Easter break. Starting 28 March, the airline will offer customers 28 weekly flights to Male, and seven weekly flights to Mahe. The added services will meet market demand and offer customers greater flexibility, choice and connectivity while planning their travels …

JAKARTA Media OutReach: DHL Global Forwarding, the leading international freight specialist arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group (or DPDHL Group), today commemorates six years of partnership with SOS Children’s Villages (SOSCV) at a DHL GoTeach Donation Ceremony. Working together with the non-governmental organization (NGO) focused on supporting children without parental care and families at risk, DPDHL Group has reached out …

By Muhammad Ammar KARACHI: Passengers travelling to Dubai from Pakistan via Emirates can now enjoy special fares, free additional 10kg baggage allowance and up to two complimentary nights at the 5-star JW Marriott Marquis Dubai from 15 March to 30 June 2021*. With flexible booking options and free multi-risk travel insurance with COVID-19 cover, Emirates continues to offer stellar and …

News Desk DUBAI: Looking to pick up where you left off and make up for missed trips? Emirates is inviting customers to rediscover the love of the journey and plan their well-deserved spring break getaways with a chance to explore and unwind in popular beach and city destinations, or gather once again to be with family and friends. Featured destinations include the …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Recognising their role in spearheading efforts to attract international business events to the city and creating a platform to lead the global business events rebound, Dubai Tourism has honoured its Al Safeer Congress Ambassadors. Encompassing healthcare professionals, scientists, industry experts, academics, business leaders and government officials from across the city, the Al Safeer Congress Ambassador Programme …

News Desk KARACHI: Shaan-e-Pakistan kickstarted the most anticipated fashion event of the year, Pakistan’s first ever Phygitial Fashion Summit 2021 in Karachi. With an exclusive list of fashion icons, the Karachi leg of the Summit took place on ground at Dolce Vita Lounge, COM3, Clifton. The complete show is scheduled to be broadcasted digitally for audience world over. With an …

MANAMA: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is partnering with Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, to trial IATA Travel Pass – a mobile app to help passengers easily and securely manage their travel in line with any government requirements for COVID-19 testing or vaccine information. Gulf Air joins a growing number of carriers to participate …

DUBAI: From inception in 2012 and up to the end of 2020, My Driver service launched by the Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) at the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) delivered about 2000 orders under contracts signed with individuals, parents and private firms. The duration of such contracts varies from daily to weekly and monthly. Under the service, a professional driver …

LONDON: To give ultimate peace of mind when planning future travel, British Airways has recently announced that its customers can order discounted global antigen tests from Government-approved COVID-19 testing provider, Qured, at an exclusive price of £33. The rapid test kits are ultra-convenient and can be ordered to any UK address. Designed to be portable, customers can take the kits with …