Middle East
Dubai welcomes a record 9.31 million visitors in the first half of 2024
Number of international overnight visitors in the first half of the year was 9% higher than the same period in 2023.
Yahsat reports robust first half results for 2024
Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC announced its consolidated financial results for the six month period ended 30 June 2024.
Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island to host IIFA Utsavam 2024
As IIFA Utsavam kicks off its global tour on the vibrant Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, this September 2024, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island has been chosen as the Celebrity Host Hotel and the Official Hospitality Partner for the star-studded event celebrating South Indian cinema
50% discount on Jazeera Airways flights
Jazeera Airways, Kuwait’s leading low-cost carrier is offering 50% off on fares to all destinations across its network from 28th to 31st July 2024.
L’etape Dubai by Tour de France: The cycling legend enters
L’Etape Dubai by Tour de France is set to revolutionise the amateur cycling scene when it debuts in February 2025.
Athar Festival 2024 reveals speaker lineup
Athar - Saudi Festival of Creativity, the Kingdom's largest gathering of the creative marketing industry, continues to gather momentum with the unveiling of its comprehensive lineup of speakers shortly after its recent announcement of Sir Martin Sorrell as its first headlining speaker earlier this month
Hamad International Airport witnesses impressive 25% passenger growth in first half of 2024
Hamad International Airport (DOH) has demonstrated exceptional growth in the first half of 2024, witnessing a significant increase of 25% in passenger traffic.
Air Arabia to launch direct flights to Maldives
Starting October this year, the airline announced that Sharjah-based low-cost carrier (LCC) Air Arabia will operate non-stop flights between its hub at Sharjah International Airport and Maldives.
Saudia tops global airline list for on-time performance in June
Saudi Arabia’s national carrier has topped the list of global airlines as it achieved an 88.22 percent on-time arrival rate in June, according to new data from the independent aviation tracking site Cirium.
Gulf Air signs agreement with Gulf Air Pilots Trade Union
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announced that it has signed a Collective Labour Agreement with the Gulf Air Pilots Trade Union (GAPTU).
Saudia Group orders 100 + new Airbus jets
Saudi Arabia's national airline ordered more than 100 new Airbus jets, a reflection of the kingdom's ambitious drive to lure more tourists.
Alula recognised twice in Time’s 2024 ‘World’s Greatest Places’ Awards
TIME officially announced today the winners of its 2024 ‘World’s Greatest Places’ awards, highlighting two of AlUla’s destination offerings as remarkable places to be explored!
Intersec Saudi Arabia confirms patronage for largest edition to date
With exhibition space 34% larger year-on-year, and an expected 14% year-on-year increase in visitors to 17,000, the event is securing its status as the leading safety, security, and fire protection exhibition.
Qatar Airways partners with The British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia 2025
Qatar Airways is proud to announce its latest partnership as the Official Title Partner and Official Airline Partner of The Qatar Airways British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia 2025.
Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi launches its first branded aircraft in partnership with Etihad Airways
Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the Middle East’s largest indoor theme park, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking extension to its partnership with Etihad Airways, marking a monumental milestone in the theme park’s history
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