By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: dnata Travel and Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye (MENAT) region, highlight the significant savings UAE travellers have achieved through their co-branded credit card programme. Consumer data reflects that, in 2024 alone, travellers saved AED 17 million, contributing to a total of AED 209 million since the programme …

NAIROBI, Kenya: As the logistics industry comes together in Nairobi at Air Cargo Africa, Emirates SkyCargo reaffirms its near-four decade commitment to the continent. With an average of 3,820 tonnes carried in and out of Africa every week, the airline strengthens trade lanes and connects African manufacturers, traders and exporters with businesses all over the world. “Africa has been a priority …

DUBAI: A German national has been announced at the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise draw, held today at Concourse D of Dubai International Airport. Mr. Thomas Schober, a 37-year-old German national based in Frankfurt became a US$1 million winner in Millennium Millionaire Series 491 with ticket number 3723 which he purchased online on 25th January. A …

News Desk JazzCash, Pakistan’s leading fintech organisation, has partnered with Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to enable digital payments for flights via JazzCash. The collaboration is particularly significant for the 48 million JazzCash customers, many of whom are located in rural and semi-rural areas and have historically been excluded from traditional banking infrastructures. Current options for booking flights online require customers to use a credit or debit card or …

KARACHI: The Gulgee Museum opened its doors to a select gathering of invitees here earlier today. The event was well-attended by art aficionados, the media, and friends and well-wishers of the family. The Museum will be open to the general public from tomorrow. The evening opened with mingling over refreshments after which a brief formal programme ensued with Hafeez Shaikh, …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, announces the roll out of its new and elevated digital experience across etihad.com and the mobile app. The new digital experience offers a modern and inviting platform to book travel and gain inspiration for upcoming journeys. The website navigation is re-engineered as a standout left-side menu …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Be prepared for a whole new era of indoor fun, as Adventure Island has opened its new flagship location at City Centre Deira. Located in one of Dubai’s central and easily accessible malls, Adventure Island CCD is a one-stop entertainment destination that people from all walks of life will enjoy. Adventure Island CCD is perfect for …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, received the prestigious Four-Star Major Airlines rating for the second time by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). Based on passenger feedback, the rating reflects the carrier’s dedication to investing in enhancing customer experience as well as its commitment to innovation and growing its diverse network. Diana Sinclair, Vice President of Inflight Experience …

DUBAI: Sofitel Dubai Downtown has appointed Abigail Brown as its new Director of Talent & Culture. Abigail is set to enhance the hotel’s reputation for exceptional service and world-class guest experiences through innovative talent development and a commitment to integrity, bringing nearly a decade of strategic HR leadership in the Middle East and Europe. Abigail’s journey in hospitality began at …

News Desk DUBAI: Airbus has signed a 7-year Flight Hour Services (FHS) contract with Ethiopian Airlines for the comprehensive maintenance of its fleet of 24 Airbus A350 aircraft, including both the A350-900 and A350-1000 models. This agreement will provide Ethiopian Airlines with dedicated on-site stock in Addis-Abeba, access to Airbus material pools worldwide, as well as repair and engineering support …