Coinciding with the UAE’s 49th National Day celebrations, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the launch of the ‘Emirati Cuisine Programme’ (ECP), a new initiative that will enhance Emirati food offerings in Abu Dhabi’s hotels, raise the profile of local cuisine, and promote Emirati culture and traditions. […]Read More
The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) hosted a forum for stakeholders and partners to share its industry outlook amid a resurgence in the sector since Dubai’s reopening to international tourists on 7 July. The meeting provided insights into the current tourism situation both in the UAE and worldwide and steps taken to […]Read More
The first scheduled commercial flight operated by flydubai from Dubai International, DXB, landed at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport, TLV, on Thursday, 26 November, to a water salute. The inaugural flight was flown by Captain Patrick Gonzenbach and Emirati First Officer, Abdulla Al Shamsi. On board the aircraft was a delegation led by Ghaith […]Read More
Air Arabia announced it has been ranked number one on Airfinance Journal’s list of top 100 global airlines. Airfinance evaluated the performance of 100 airlines worldwide, based on a set of operational and financial parameters, including total revenue, net income, Ebtidar margins, fixed charges, liquidity, leverage, fleet size, and average age of fleet, with Air […]Read More
H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Wednesday, inspected the progress of the Sharjah Safari project, part of Al Bardi Reserve in the city of Al Dhaid. H.H. began his visit to the safari site by inspecting the main building for the entrance and reception of […]Read More
The Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi has announced significant increase in revenues from tourism activity in the capital in the third quarter of 2020. Findings from its quarterly industry development committee meeting revealed promising signs of sector recovery, as well as a glimpse into future projects and plans to boost tourism in the […]Read More
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has established a Return to Service Committee on Boeing 737 Max that includes specialists from the required areas who are working with their counterparts in the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). In a statement Sunday, GCAA said, “We will continue to […]Read More
Dubai has maintained its position as a leading global destination for leisure and cultural experiences, with a growing list of iconic attractions that have made it to the book of Guinness World Records. Dubai offers a unique experience to visitors of all ages, from skyscrapers to man-made islands, theme parks, to open air music and […]Read More
Ras Al Khaimah has been named, for the second straight year, the Gulf Tourism Capital for 2021 at the fifth annual meeting of Tourism Ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council. The virtual meeting discussed Gulf integration in the tourism sector, where Ras Al Khaimah was commended for its identity as a sustainable tourist destination, and […]Read More
Emirates has been rated the safest airline in the world in its response to the COVID-19 Pandemic according to the Safe Travel Barometer. The airline, which has set industry-leading safety standards since the resumption of its operations back in May, has topped the ranks with a ‘Safe Travel Score’ of 4.4 out of 5.0 among […]Read More
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