DAVOS: Lokal, Pakistan’s transformative hospitality startup, has achieved a remarkable milestone by representing the country at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025. As part of the Pakistan Business Summit, Lokal’s Chairman, Mr. Faiz Kidwai, shared a visionary outlook on the potential of Pakistan’s tourism and hospitality industries, positioning Lokal as a beacon of innovation and progress. This milestone was further bolstered by the contributions of …

KARACHI: Pakistan is set to host its largest travel and tourism event, the Pakistan Travel Mart (PTM) 2025, from January 31 to February 2, 2025, at the Expo Centre in Karachi. This highly anticipated event allows local and international stakeholders in the travel, tourism, aviation, and hospitality industries to connect, collaborate, and explore new opportunities. Building on the resounding success …

DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free has officially announced evian® as the ‘Official Water Sponsor’ for the next two editions of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. The French water brand has signed a strategic sponsorship agreement to provide its premium water during one of the UAE’s most anticipated sporting events, ensuring athletes and spectators remain hydrated throughout the championships. As part …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: H.E. Dr. Sultan bin Saif Al Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth Affairs, today inaugurated the Emirati District at Dubai International (DXB). This dedicated hub is designed to empower young Emirati entrepreneurs and strengthen their contribution to the national economy, aligning with the goals of the National Youth Agenda 2031. The Emirati District, a collaborative effort …

As the winter chill sets in and the mountains turn into an enchanting winter wonderland, Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), is here to guide travelers in discovering the best hill stations across India this New Year. From scenic mountain trails to peaceful lakes and colonial-era …

Web Desk DUBAI: Emirates will restart services to Beirut, Lebanon from 1 February 2025 with a daily flight. The airline will also reinstate daily services to Baghdad in Iraq on the same day. From February, Emirates’ daily flights to Rafic Al Hariri International Airport will be served by a Boeing 777-300ER in three classes, offering more than 5,000 seats both …

DUBAI: On the occasion of the International Day of Education, Dubai Cares, a civil society organization formally associated with the United Nations Department of Global Communications (UN DGC), announces a new collaboration with Marriott International to launch the ‘Education for Children’ initiative this February. This initiative invites guests staying at participating Marriott properties across the UAE to contribute USD 1 …

News Desk DUBAI: Celebrating Lunar New Year on the 29 January and heralding the year of the snake, Emirates customers can embrace the luck of the season with curated menus in Emirates lounges in Dubai, Singapore, Bangkok, Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong, enjoy traditional ‘red envelopes’ shared inflight on select routes and relax into the holidays with an array of blockbuster …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: On Monday, 20th January, 2025, Dubai’s Madinat Arena, SAMANA Developers, the award-winning Dubai-based real estate company, in collaboration with ELIE SAAB, the global luxury lifestyle brand, officially unveiled the SAMANA Ocean Views interiors by ELIE SAAB project. This landmark development marks the first branded real estate project by ELIE SAAB in the Maldives and the inaugural …

News Desk DUBAI: As one of the largest employers in Dubai, the Emirates Group plays a vital role in shaping the city’s growth, development, and people wellbeing. Reflecting Dubai’s drive to attract, retain, and cultivate the best talent from around the world, the Group has now unveiled a futuristic lounge at its iconic headquarters to serve global candidates, new joiners, …