News Desk DUBAI: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is set to further strengthen its presence across Asia with the launch of daily non-stop flights between Dubai and Shenzhen from 1 July 2025*. The airline will also introduce four weekly services to Da Nang on 2 June* and three weekly flights to Siem Reap from 3 June* with both cities …

By Rafiq Vayani AJMAN: Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) is set to showcase the Emirate’s best-in-class tourist, cultural and hospitality offerings at ITB Berlin 2025, one of the world’s largest trade shows convening leading players in the international tourism sector, which will take place from 4 to 6 March in Berlin, Germany. This participation underscores ADTD’s commitment to enhancing …

DUBAI: In a new step to solidify its position as a leading national real estate developer, OSUS has announced a strategic partnership with Hilton (NYSE: HLT) to manage and operate a hotel and a residential tower within its flagship project, ‘OSUS Eye’. The signing ceremony took place at the 4th Hospitality Innovation Summit with OSUS’ Chairman, Abdullah Al-Majid and CEO, Anas Al-Majid, in attendance. Representing Hilton …

DUBAI: Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas made it third time lucky at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Saturday night, defeating Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-3, 6-3 to claim his maiden ATP 500 title in front of a jubilant Centre Court under the lights at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium. Making his first Dubai appearance since 2020, when he was defeated in …

DOHA: Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline as voted by Skytrax 2024, has introduced off-airport check-in service in Makkah, providing Hajj and Umrah passengers with a seamless and hassle-free travel experience. Launched in partnership with Saudi Ground Services (SGS), this service enables passengers to complete check-in formalities, receive their boarding passes, and the baggage to be collected from the city, …

News Desk DUBAI: Reflecting the spirit of togetherness and generosity during the Holy Month of Ramadan, Emirates will be serving thousands of meal boxes for fasting customers both onboard and at boarding gates, screening an array of religious content and popular TV shows on ice, and offering traditional Ramadan dishes in the lounges. Ramadan refreshments in the lounges At the Emirates Lounges …

News Desk KARACHI: On 25 February 2025, Mr. Surashete Boontinand, Consul General of Thailand in Karachi, attended the International conference on “ Exploiting Tourism Potential of Pakistan: Lessons from Southeast Asia ” at the University of Sindh, Jumshoro, where he delivered a speech on the topic of Thai tourism. The Consul General shared Thailand’s experiences in tourism with Pakistani scholars …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: Stefanos Tsitsipas will compete in the final of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships for a third time in four appearances after easing past Tallon Griekspoor in straight sets 6-4, 6-4 on Friday. The World No11, in what will be his 30th career final, will face the ATP Tour’s most in-form player, Felix Auger-Aliassime, after the …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, was recognised in two award categories at the annual Aviation Achievement Awards. The carrier was named “Airline of the Year” for the second time and also received the “Trailblazer Award for Outstanding New Service Launch”. Francois Oberholzer, Chief Financial Officer at flydubai, was joined by Rashid Albashri, Vice President of Cargo at …

Sport Desk DUBAI: Arsenal first team players David Raya, Jorginho and Mikel Merino were treated to a tour of Dubai to experience the city’s newest architectural icons and storied landmarks. After being picked up on a hop on hop off City Sightseeing bus, the players were welcomed by Emirates Cabin Crew, who offered bite-sized facts and insights about each landmark …