Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 7 August, 2016 1:27 pm

Oman Air Agrees Sale And Leaseback Arrangement With Dubai Aerospace Enterprise

  As Oman Air continues its ambitious fleet and network expansion plan, the airline has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd for the sale and leaseback of two new B737-800 aircraft.   The first of the two aircraft was delivered on 25th July...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 7 August, 2016 5:25 am

Cross the ‘Bridge of Surprises’ and win instant prizes at City Centre Me’aisem and City Centre Al Shindagha

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), the longest running summer extravaganza of its kind in the region, continues to spring surprises to visitors and residents in the city with the latest being a thrilling shopping-linked challenge at City Centre Me’aisem and City Centre Al...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 6 August, 2016 7:40 am

Etihad Group to support 108,000 jobs

Abu Dhabi-headquartered Etihad Aviation Group (EAG) and its equity partner airlines will support 108,000 jobs across the United States in 2016 and make a $10.7 billion (Dh39.27 billion) contribution to the national economy this year, demonstrating a significant impact in one of the world's...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 6 August, 2016 4:30 am

Turkish Airlines inaugurates its direct Erbil (Iraq) flights to be operated from/to Gaziantep Airport

Already having the world's 4th largest flight network and flying to 290 destinations in 116 countries, Turkish Airlines continues to expand its extensive network.   The flag carrier, ranked as the “Best Airline in Europe”* for the sixth consecutive times...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 5 August, 2016 8:20 am

Jumeirah Golf Estates Scores Double Win at World’s Best Realty Brand Awards 2016

Dubai’s Jumeirah Golf Estates, host of the DP World Tour Championship, has taken home two major awards at Indian-based real estate awards ceremony - the World’s Best Realty Brand Awards 2016 Asia, as India is revealed as Dubai’s largest real estate investor group outside of the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 5 August, 2016 3:43 am

Passenger Demand Losing Momentum Terrorism, Economic Uncertainty, Weigh on Traffic

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic data for June showing that demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose by 5.2% compared to the year-ago period. This was up slightly from the 4.8% increase recorded in May (revised). However,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 5 August, 2016 2:16 am

Demand for Air Cargo Picks up in June

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight demand in June 2016 showing a rise in freight tonne kilometers (FTK) of 4.3% year-on-year. This was the fastest pace of growth in 14 months. Freight capacity measured in available freight tonne kilometers...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 4 August, 2016 12:56 pm

Book your next Singapore trip stay at the all-new Hotel Indigo®

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, recently expanded the South East Asian footprint of its boutique hotel brand, Hotel Indigo, with the opening of Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong. This is a great offering for Middle East travellers from...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 4 August, 2016 12:33 pm

Burj Al Arab redefines summer with exciting new packages from Talise Spa and an exclusive UAE residents’ staycation

Set in the midst of the Arabian Gulf, the world’s most luxurious hotel, Burj Al Arab, is offering UAE residents a sanctuary to indulge in this summer.    Talise Spa   Relax, rejuvenate and enjoy pure bliss with a specially curated selection of summer spa packages...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 4 August, 2016 4:37 am

Shop for luxury that you can afford this DSS

Dubai’s appeal as a leading shopping destination has been further enhanced by the numerous bargains and special deals being offered by luxury retailers representing an array of international brands during the ongoing Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) extravaganza. The annual DSS, organised by...

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