By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Turkish Airlines, flag carrier of Türkiye, has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with South Africa-based Airlink to strengthen its presence on the African continent. The agreement, which will take effect on August 1, 2025, was signed at a ceremony held at Airlink’s Head Office in Johannesburg, with the participation of senior executives from both companies. This …

News Desk DUBAI: After seeing one of Emirates’ social media posts about traveling with kids, frequent family traveller and content creator, Khalifa Alfuqaei spent a week crafting a fun, digitally animated video using multiple AI tools. The father, who regularly travels with his children during the summer holidays, wanted to showcase how Emirates delivers seamless, comfortable journeys for families by …

FORT WORTH, Texas: Opening late summer 2025, American Airlines is enhancing the travel experience for Admirals Club® customers passing through Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) with the debut of a new, innovative lounge solution: the Provisions by Admirals ClubSM lounge — a first-of-its-kind space for American created for travelers on the go. Located in Concourse A next to gate A1 and designed …

News Desk ADDIS ABABA: Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline in Africa and one of the fastest-growing airline brands in the world, is pleased to announce the launch of its new daily passenger service connecting Addis Ababa with Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. The inaugural flight marks a significant milestone in Ethiopian Airlines’ efforts to strengthen its …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel, managed by Accor, has announced the appointment of Shaileen Jiwa as its new General Manager, effective June 2025. With more than two decades of global hospitality experience and a strong track record in operational excellence and people-centric leadership, Shaileen will lead the hotel’s next growth chapter as one of Dubai’s most iconic heritage destinations. Mark Sawkins, …

Web Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced seven additional new destinations to further expand its network as part of its ongoing strategy to bring more point-to-point traffic directly to Abu Dhabi. The new destinations – Almaty, Kazakhstan; Baku, Azerbaijan; Bucharest, Romania; Medina, Saudi Arabia; Tbilisi, Georgia; Tashkent, Uzbekistan; and Yerevan, Armenia …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH: As Saudi Arabia celebrates seven years since the historic decision that allowed women to drive, Uber is proud to announce the upcoming launch of its new ‘Women Drivers’ product, designed to give women riders the option to be matched exclusively with women drivers. The feature builds on Uber’s commitment to empowering women through mobility and flexible …

  June-24 June-25 2024 YTD 2025 YTD Passengers 1.5 million 1.8 million 8.7 million 10.2 million Passenger load factor 86% 88% 85% 87% Operating fleet size([1]) 92 101     Passenger destinations 76 79               ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has released its latest traffic statistics for June …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH/DUBAI: In the heart of Wadi Safar, close to Diriyah’s UNESCO World Heritage Site and centrally located within Riyadh, a forthcoming Aman resort and exclusive branded residences will soon rise from a dramatic desert escarpment. Reflecting the spirit of one of Saudi Arabia’s most historically and culturally significant landscapes, the property will be known as Amansamar. Providing …

Web Desk DUBAI: As summer unfurls its warmth across the region, Shaza Hotels invites travellers to step into a world where elegance, tranquillity, and cultural richness converge. More than just an escape, Shaza’s new ‘Summer Smiles’ offer is a heartfelt invitation to reconnect with nature, loved ones, and the soulful rhythm of slow, meaningful travel. From the gentle rustle of trees to the shimmering embrace …