By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Dhabi Airports and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that serves as a comprehensive service level agreement, aimed at enhancing end-to-end passenger flow, and strengthening border control and customs services across the emirate’s five airports. This partnership comes at a pivotal time …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Kenya Airways (KQ) and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines today convened a high-level executive roundtable in Nairobi that reached a landmark consensus on the future of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Africa. For the first time, senior leaders from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), the African Airlines …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Airports announced the return of Kuwait-based Jazeera Airways, with direct services to both Al Ain International Airport (AAN) and Zayed International Airport (AUH) following inaugural flights on 2 October 2025. The airline will operate twice-weekly flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to each destination, highlighting the continued growth of travel and trade into …

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, celebrated the launch of two new routes into Southeast Asia, bringing the airline’s global network to 83 destinations. On 2 October, the airline operated its first-ever flight to Medan in Sumatra, Indonesia, followed by the launch of flights to Phnom Penh, the capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia, on 3 October. …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates has opened a new world-class facility in Dubai, to provide a luxurious training experience to almost 25,000 cabin crew, focused on the art of hospitality excellence. The USD 8 million learning zone and programme features a sprawling restaurant and lounge for up to 170 guests, elegant presentation kitchens and 8 tech-enabled classrooms. More than 10,000 Emirates …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates GBR head into the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix Season 2025 Grand Final, presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, in pole position after a stunning comeback victory at the DP World Spain Sail Grand Prix in Cádiz. The British team staged a remarkable comeback in the winner-takes-all final in Spain, overcoming a startline penalty …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Airports today announced the next phase of its accessibility strategy, a renewed 10-year commitment to transform both Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) into the world’s most accessible and inclusive airports by 2035. The long-term plan focuses on maintaining strong foundations, enhancing the guest experience across all touchpoints, and positioning …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Ms. Fatima Khalid, Head of Marketing at Vista Maritime Travel Tourism LLC, has been awarded the Global Tourism Excellence Honorary Award 2025 at the Global Image Awards Middle East held in Dubai. The ceremony, graced by the esteemed patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Salama Tahnoon Al Nahyan, celebrated visionary leaders and outstanding professionals across diverse sectors. Ms. Fatima Khalid’s recognition …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Zayed International Airport (AUH) has been awarded ‘Best Airport for Retail’ at the Frontier Awards 2025, marking yet another jewel in AUH’s crown as a global benchmark for experiential travel, commercial innovation and architectural excellence. Announced during the TFWA World Exhibition & Conference in Cannes, the coveted recognition builds on the Highly Commendable recognition received …

News Desk DUBAI: Travel and tourism leaders from across the Caribbean and North America are gathering in Saint Lucia as the paradise island hosts the World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony 2025 on 4 October. The VIP event at Sandals Grande Saint Lucian marks the third stop on WTA’s Grand Tour 2025, which also includes events in Tanzania, Cancun (Mexico), Hong Kong and …