Middle East
UAE reaches one million air traffic movements in 2024
The UAE’s Sheikh Zayed Air Navigation Centre has recorded one million air traffic movements in 2024, the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced.
Agents can now book Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab through Pure Luxury
Pure Luxury, the luxury brand of dnata Travel Group UK, are now able to make bookings for the long-awaited and highly anticipated Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab.
Bahrain Surf Park to open by 2026
Bahrain has announced the launch of Bahrain Surf Park – Club Hawaii Experience, the first surf park in the MENA region to use state-of-the-art ‘Wavegarden Cove’ technology from Spain.
Travelex unveils new Qatar store as Middle East expansion accelerates
Foreign Exchange company Travelex has unveiled a new retail location at Hamad International Airport – reflecting the brand’s ongoing expansion across the State of Qatar.
Qatar Executive adds two additional Gulfstream G700 to its fleet
Qatar Executive (QE), the luxury private jet charter division of Qatar Airways Group has taken delivery of two additional Gulfstream G700 aircraft, taking its total fleet size to 24.
Etihad Airways is the official global airline partner of Badminton World Federation
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, partners with the Badminton World Federation in the 2025 season.
Etihad opens dedicated U.S. Preclearance Lounge at Zayed International Airport
Etihad Airways opened its new Etihad U.S. Preclearance Lounge at Zayed International Airport on 30 December, enhancing the travel experience for passengers flying to the United States.
The Emirates A350 officially takes flight to Edinburgh
Emirates marked a significant milestone as its first Airbus A350 entered commercial service, operating its inaugural flight from Dubai to Edinburgh.
Egypt imposes near-total ban on Syrians entering the country
Egypt has implemented rigorous new restrictions on Syrian nationals entering the country, allowing entry only for those holding temporary non-tourist residency permits.
Gulf Air makes new changes for flights to India
Gulf Air (GF), the national carrier of Bahrain, continues refining its India flight network. The airline will have notable adjustments now coming in for the summer 2025 season.
Israel introduces e-Visa for Indian Tourists
With the start of the new year, the Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) launches an electronic visa system specifically designed for Indian travellers from 1 January, 2025.
Celebrating Emirates’ first A350-900 flying with Thales
Together, Thales and Emirates celebrate the entry into service of the Airline’s first A350-900 aircraft with a flight from Dubai to Edinburgh (Scotland) on January 3, 2025.
Macau gears up for its return to ITB Berlin
Through its tourism officials, Macau is slated to make a stunning comeback at this year’s ITB Berlin from 4th to 6th March.
Wizz Air to resume flights between Israel and various European destinations
The low-cost Hungarian airline company Wizz Air will resume flights between Israel and mainly 10 European destinations beginning 15 Jan.
Royal Jordanian to resume flights to Mumbai and Delhi
The Amman-based flag carrier (AMM) Royal Jordanian (RJ) has advertised the reintroduction of flights to BOM and DEL in India this year.
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