RIYADH: In its ongoing plans to expand its reach in Asia and open new strategic and international routes, flynas, announces its new flights between the kingdom and Pakistan starting February 15th 2018. flynas will launch flights from Dammam, Riyadh and Jeddah to both Lahore and Islamabad and will commence on the 15th of February with flights from Riyadh to Lahore. Riyadh to Islamabad …

KARACHI: The national flag carrier of Turkey, Turkish Airlines carried a historic 5.7 million passengers in January 2018 which is up by 37%. 5 million passenger level is exceeded first time in Turkish Airlines history for the month of January. Turkish Airlines reached the highest Load Factor in January with 79.8% in its history. Making the whole world more accessible for its passengers …

MANAMA: Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier, yesterday announced the appointment of Captain Suhail Abdulhameed Abdulaziz Ismail as the airline’s new Chief Operating Officer, effective February 2018. Mr. Krešimir Kučko, Gulf Air Chief Executive Officer and Captain Waleed Abdul Hameed Al Alawi, Gulf Air Deputy Chief Executive Officer welcomed Captain Ismail to his new post. They jointly shared …

DUBAI: UAE-headquartered hospitality company, TIME Hotels, is ensuring guest safety is of paramount importance with a brand-new fire safety video. The 3D animation video, which was made by Do Digital, lasts for two minutes and seven seconds and explains to guests general fire safety instructions and the steps they should take in the event of a fire. It is in …

DUBAI: Emirates’ travellers are in for a treat this February with a specially curated selection of festive Lunar New Year goodies. Available for a limited time only, passengers travelling from Dubai to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Zhengzhou, Yinchuan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei and Hanoi can indulge in Emirates’ exclusive Lunar  New Year offerings onboard and in airport lounges in …

LAHORE: The house of Nurpur, the renowned Pakistani dairy brand, came out all strong at the recently concluded Coke Fest Lahore, with its Pakistani Karak Chai, after successfully participating in Islamabad Eat last November and Karachi Eat this January. Although Nurpur, a household name with their long heritage and expertise in dairy segment of Pakistan, does not make any food …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Weekend just got better. Al Raha Beach Hotel, a 5-star beachfront hotel located in the heart of the UAE’s capital, has announced the new Friday Fish Market Brunch at Sevilla restaurant. Friday Fish Market Brunch starting from February 16th will feature menu that is easier to enjoy than to describe. The specialties include traditional roast, …

DUBAI: Emirates has announced several management appointments within its outstation commercial operations team.  The changes place top Emirati talent in key country management positions in the Far East and Africa. The commercial appointments further demonstrate the airline’s commitment to strengthening its strategic direction and commercial position within these markets. The new appointments will see three UAE National commercial managers take …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, today signed a contract for 20 additional A380 aircraft and 16 options, firming up the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that was announced in January. The total agreement for 36 aircraft is valued at US$16 billion based on latest list prices. Deliveries are to start as early as 2020. In the …

DUBAI: Emirates is celebrating with its customers on board and on the ground to mark Valentine’s Day across its global network. To sweeten air travel during this period, Emirates is giving out heart shaped milk chocolates on all flights from Dubai on the 14th of February. The premium single origin coverture Belgium chocolate will be served alongside the main course …