By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: On 12 April 2025, Mr. Surashete Boontinand, Consul General of Thailand to Karachi presided over the opening ceremony of the Songkran Festival at the Pakistan American Cultural Center, Karachi. The event was held in coordination with the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) and the Pakistan American Cultural Center (PACC) with a view to celebrating …

Pool dips, Mediterranean bites, neon lights and flamenco shows — Dubai’s got your summer social calendar sorted, especially if you are ready to blow off steam with your girlfriends. Whether you’re after a lazy float under the sun, dancing under palm trees, or just sipping and snacking your way through the week, these spots are bringing the heat in all …

The Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Visit Dubai), in partnership with Beautiful Destinations, has launched the Beautiful Destinations Academy, Powered by Dubai – a pioneering professional development initiative aimed at setting new, global benchmarks for travel content creation and meeting the rising demand for skilled marketing talent within the tourism sector. Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for …

News Desk DUBAI: Celebrating the occasions of Easter and Orthodox Easter between the 18 and 21 April, Emirates will be serving traditional lamb and an array of chocolate desserts in the lounges, hot cross buns and Easter bread onboard, sweet surprises for kids, and all the latest family-friendly movies on ice. Easter treats served onboard: From 18-20 April, Emirates customers flying …

Web Desk DUBAI: ITHCA Group has partnered with Yango Group, a global technology company, to officially launch the Yango ecosystem in Oman. This collaboration brings advanced digital solutions and AI-driven services to the Sultanate, supporting its ambitions to accelerate digital transformation and drive long-term economic growth. As part of the launch, ITHCA Group and Yango Group have completed the acquisition …

News Desk DUBAI: Murat Tütüncü is a name synonymous with revolutionary change in the global hospitality industry. Launching from the bustling center of Dubai’s luxury scene, his ventures have grown from modest beginnings into multi-million-dollar enterprises that are setting new standards worldwide. Beginning his journey in 2009 with Bosporus Dubai—a Turkish dining concept that swiftly became a landmark with five …

News Desk DUBAI: Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai’s premier entertainment destination, is investing in digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to launch a bouquet of new features that elevate the live experience for residents and international visitors. From convenient ticketing to premium event upgrades, Coca-Cola Arena is raising the bar for seamless event access and immersive fan experiences. As live event attendees …

Web Desk DUBAI: Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Teleport, AirAsia’s exclusive cargo partner. The partnership aims to better support the burgeoning trade between Southeast Asia and the wider world, via Dubai. The agreement was signed at IATA’s World Cargo Symposium by Badr Abbas, Emirates SkyCargo’s Divisional Senior Vice President and Pete Chareonwongsak, CEO of …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: Oman’s low-cost airline is pleased to introduce fixed fares for flights between Muscat and Salalah during the Khareef season from June 30th to August 31st, 2025, exclusively for Omani nationals. The airline offers a fixed Lite fare of 30 OMR for one way and 48 OMR for a return trip. This initiative aims to provide affordable …

News Desk DUBAI: The transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be under the spotlight at Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which takes place from 28 April to 1 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The international travel event will gather experts and thought leaders in AI from around the world to explore how AI is changing the landscape of …