Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 25 January, 2017 4:08 am

Dubai airport still world’s busiest for passenger traffic

Dubai International cemented its title as the world›s busiest airport for international passengers in 2016, with a 7.2 percent increase in traveller numbers to 83.6 million, its operator said Tuesday. Dubai Airports said “near record numbers” in December had pushed annual...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 25 January, 2017 3:00 am

Etihad Aviation Group Announces President and Chief Executive Officer Transition Process

The Etihad Aviation Group Board of Directors announced that James Hogan will step down as President and Chief Executive Officer of the company in the second half of 2017. The Board and Mr. Hogan first initiated the transition process last year with the formation in May of the Etihad Aviation Group, ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 24 January, 2017 1:29 pm

When luxury and happiness come together ... Hyatt hotels.. Life is beautiful

Dubai/ Yasmeen Hinnawi Exclusive: Eye of Riyadh  A person needs to wind down and find relaxation time after a long and hectic busy day at the office. This person needs to find calmness and serenity especially in a busy city like Dubai. There is no place better than Hyatt hotel...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 24 January, 2017 1:19 pm

Jeddah’s Newest Destination for the Young and Hip Travellers Looking for Style at an Affordable Price

Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and Eastern Europe, is expanding its presence across the region with 15 new hotels and resorts scheduled to open by the end of 2017. With the debut of the chain’s new lifestyle property in Jeddah,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 24 January, 2017 3:31 am

Sharjah Tourism Announces 7th Annual Sharjah Light Festival

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) announced the 7th edition of the Sharjah Light Festival, to be held for a period of 10 days (February 2-11, 2017) in 13 different locations spanning the entire Emirate of Sharjah.   The chosen locations are set to be...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 24 January, 2017 3:03 am

Madinah airport ranked second best in Mideast

The Airport Council International (ACI) has ranked Prince Muhammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah as the second best airport in the Middle East for the second quarter of 2016. The ACI evaluated the region’s top 10 airports, and the airport got 4.65 out of a possible five...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 24 January, 2017 2:33 am

Abu Dhabi to Host Major Conference to Tackle Middle East and North Africa Food Challenge

Abu Dhabi is set to play a leading role in coordinating efforts to meet the pressures of feeding 520 million people by 2030, one of the biggest challenges facing the Middle East today.   MENA Food Production 2030 will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from 20-21...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 24 January, 2017 2:30 am

Celebrate the Last Week of Dsf 2017 With One-of-a-kind Fashion and Lifestyle Events

A scintillating array of fashion and beauty events, retail offers and cultural celebrations is awaiting visitors during the final week of the 22nd edition of Dubai Shopping Festival, offering unforgettable experiences to families from across the region.   Running until 28 January, the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 24 January, 2017 2:18 am

Last chance to explore Street Food Market DXB on January 26-28

It’s the last weekend at Dubai International Marine Club of the travelling street food event: Street Food Market DXB. From January 26 to 28, innovative dishes and house beverages served from stalls and trucks in a parking lot amidst towering buildings will be filled with fun crowd and...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 23 January, 2017 2:46 am

Oman Air A330-300 First Class Cabin Upgrade

As part of Oman Air’s journey to become the best, the airline’s three A330-300 aircraft First Class cabins have been renovated.  The newly refurbished First Class cabin underlines Oman Air’s commitments to ongoing investment in the comfort of guests...

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