Abu Dhabi & Europe forge air connectivity deal to promote tourism
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has struck a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Franco-Dutch airline Group Air France-KLM, forging a strategic partnership that will enhance connectivity between Abu Dhabi and Europe further positioning the emirate as a preferred tourist destination. The signing ceremony was held at the Louvre […]
2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix dates revealed
The dates for the 2024 edition of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix have been revealed, with Yas Marina Circuit set to host the season finale to F1’s longest ever season from December 5-8, 2024. The official announcement from Formula One Management confirmed the Abu Dhabi track will host the 24th and […]
Over 900,000 passengers expected to pass through Abu Dhabi International Airport during Eid holiday
Abu Dhabi Airports issued today its projected passenger figures in anticipation of an increase in traffic at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), before and during Eid Al Adha. Between the 23rd of June and the 7th of July, Abu Dhabi Airports estimates over 900,000 passengers will pass through Abu Dhabi International Airport, with over 5,000 […]
DXB to top 252,000 daily passengers this fortnight
Dubai International (DXB) will welcome an estimated 3.5 million guests through its doors between June 20 and July 3, with average total daily traffic reaching 252,000, according to a new report from Dubai Airports. The hub is preparing for a surge in departures, with more than a quarter of a million in outbound traffic from […]
Etihad Airways set to welcome over 4mln passengers over summer season
Etihad Airways announced its preparation to welcome more than 4 million passengers at Abu Dhabi International Airport during the summer season between 20th June and 30th September 2023. A high volume of travellers will be joining locally in Abu Dhabi, with the remainder connecting from across Etihad’s extensive network of 66 destinations, including new summer […]
Air Arabia launches new route to Samara in Russia
Air Arabia today announced the launch of its fifth new Russian route, Samara. The new flights between Sharjah International Airport and Kurumoch International Airport in Russia will operate three flights weekly, starting from 1st October, 2023. “We are glad to announce the launch of our new route to Samara, which further expands our footprint in […]
Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism celebrates successful participation at ATM 2023
Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) made an impressive showing at the 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), held from 1st-4th May at the Dubai World Trade Centre, further reinforcing Dubai’s position at the forefront of the world’s leading travel destinations. More than 122 public and private sector establishments held a large number […]
Dubai flights: $3 airfare announced for popular Asian destination
This is not a drill: One of the Philippines’ top airlines, Cebu Pacific, is offering flight tickets for only Dh10. The ultra-low airfare was announced during the carrier’s 10th anniversary celebration on Friday. From May 5 to 9, travellers from Dubai to Manila can book their flights at a one-way base fare of Dh10. […]
Fireworks, offers, bargains: Global Village Dubai comes to a close today
This weekend marks your last chance to dive into the beautiful world that is Global Village Dubai. With Season 27 ending on Sunday night with a bang, you can catch all the fun and excitement – but keep in mind to go there early (the park will remain open from 4pm to 2am). From international […]
Dubai: Airline announces flight cancellations to Sudan amid ongoing conflict
Flydubai has cancelled flights to Sudan “due to the current situation in the country, a spokesperson of the respective airline informed. “Due to the current situation in Sudan, flydubai flights between Dubai and Khartoum Airport (KRT) have been cancelled from April 15 until April 17,” a flydubai spokesperson told Khaleej Times on Saturday. “We will […]