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Airlink signs comprehensive codeshare agreement to enhance connectivity across Southern Africa
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 July, 2022: Airlink and Qatar Airways have signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement to offer travellers more choice, enhanced services, and greater connectivity between 45 destinations in 13 countries across southern Africa and the rest of the world. This new codeshare agreement means travellers can enjoy the simplicity of purchasing connecting flights […]
RoyalJet expands its five-star fleet with a premium BBJ
The group’s latest acquisition – a Boeing Business Jet – was undergoing upgrades for the past few months in Switzerland UAE, Dubai, 19 July 2022: RoyalJet Abu Dhabi, an award winning global leader in premium private aviation, has added yet another Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) to its fleet taking the total number of BBJs to 12. This makes RoyalJet the largest BBJ Operator […]
Top Things To Do This Summer At Some Of Saudis’ Most Luxurious Hotels
From unbeatable deals on rooms, to spa indulgences and dining offers, summer is on sale in Saudi, with deals to be found at some of the kingdom’s most luxurious properties. HOTEL FAIRMONT RIYADH: WHERE SPECIAL OCCASIONS ARE UNFORGETTABLE Guests at the Hotel Fairmont Riyadh can celebrate special occasions with all the trimmings this summer. For […]
El Ajouz Travel trusts Sabre to power its growth through recovery and beyond
BEIRUT, Lebanon and MANAMA, Bahrain, 4 July 2022 – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), the leading technology provider to the global travel and tourism industry, announced the renewal of an exclusive and a long-term agreement with El Ajouz Travel, the leading travel company in Lebanon to power the agency’s growth and recovery. The extended agreement reaffirms two decades of collaboration […]
flynas to launch first direct flights between AlUla and Cairo
04 July 2022 flynas will connect both ancient cities with 2 weekly flights starting from 6th October 2022. AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 04 July 2022: flynas, the Saudi air carrier and the leading low-cost airline in the Middle East, has announced the launch of its first direct flights between AlUla, the Saudi historical […]
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Hope Probe identifies new scientific observations in its fourth batch of scientific data
– The newest observations were designed after gaining a deeper understanding of the potential of new science beyond the original mission – Latest observations include better coverage of the aurora, the observance of solar energetic particles and galactic cosmic rays, as well as high cadence dust and high cadence clouds – The data demonstrates the high-level […]
Qatar Airways Passengers Can Enjoy an Exceptional Journey to Europe with a Special Promotion of Up to 20 Per Cent on Premium and Economy Class
Promotional offers on tickets purchased from now to 6 July for travel until 30 September 2022 DOHA, Qatar — Qatar Airways is seeing an increase in demand for travel during the upcoming Eid and summer holidays across its network compared to the previous year. The airline is pleased to provide its passengers with promotional offers including […]
Cisco research reveals holidaymakers increasingly rely on apps to organise and plan their trips
55% no longer carry paper-based tickets and will rely entirely on airline and travel apps, digital wallets and email Riyadh. 28 June 2022: Travellers increasingly rely on smart digital apps and services to plan, book and organize their travel, according to the findings of new research conducted by Cisco AppDynamics across the EMEA region. The study […]
Almosafer reveals summer travel trends for 2022 in Saudi Arabia
● Volume of bookings in Saudi Arabia for consumer travel in June 2022 has exceeded pre-pandemic levels of June 2019 by 28%● Travel trends reveal that Saudis are choosing to spend more money on their holidays● Thailand and Türkiye are now amongst the top international travel destinations since the removal of travel restrictions Riyadh, KSA; […]
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AL HASHAR TRAVEL ADOPTS AMADEUS TECHNOLOGY TO ENHANCE ITS CUSTOMER OFFERING
[Oman, June xx 2022] Al-Hashar Tourism and Travels LLC, one of the most established travel agency in Oman, has selected Amadeus technology to offer its customers a range of new technology-driven solutions. The multi-year partnership with Amadeus will deliver increased productivity, optimized customer service, and time-saving reporting solutions. Muslim Mahmood Mohammad Ahmed, General Manager of Al-Hashar Travel, said: […]
Azerbaijan Airlines Upgrades Its Fleet on Dubai-Baku Flights
23 June 2022 Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) flights between Baku and Dubai are receiving a full revamp. Due to an increase in passenger travel demand between Dubai and Baku, and to satisfy high level service needs, Azerbaijan Airlines has opted to operate their advanced fleet for the booming route. The Baku based airline operates daily flights to […]
Wingie Enuygun Group chooses Sabre to drive expansion goals
Istanbul, TURKEY, June 23, 2022 – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, and Wingie Enuygun Group, MENA’s leading online travel marketplace, have announced a renewal of their multiyear GDS agreement to help drive international growth. Wingie Enuygun has been working with Sabre for more than seven […]
VFS Global now offers UK Electronic Visa Waiver assistance in
The Kingdoms of Saudi Arabia and BahrainTravellers to the UK from The Kingdoms of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia can now apply for the Electronic Visa Waiver (EVW) VFS Global now offers EVW assistance for applicants in six countries in the Middle East Nationals of The Kingdoms of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia can now apply for an Electronic Visa Waiver (EVW) when […]
OMNIYAT illuminates the Palm Jumeirah sky once more, as groundbreaking commences for AVA at Palm Jumeriah
OMNIYAT starts construction of AVA at Palm Jumeirah, Dorchester Collection, Dubai AVA at Palm Jumeirah will be managed by Dorchester Collection Dubai, United Arab Emirates; June 20, 2022: Over 345 million people globally watched OMNIYAT light up the sky for the iconic launch of AVA at Palm Jumeirah, Dorchester Collection, Dubai, with 500 drones to announce […]
Amadeus and ATS Travel partner to launch the “ATS Go Green” sustainability drive supported by Olive Gaea
· Partnership cemented at an awareness campaign with key stakeholders at the Al Zohra Mangrove area June 17, UAE: Amadeus is partnering with ATS Travel, an award-winning travel management company in the Middle East, to launch its sustainable drive under the brand ‘ATS Go Green’ in collaboration with Olive Gaea, a Dubai-based start-up providing Net Zero solutions across the MENATI region. Amadeus […]
STARTING 23RD JUNE 2022, FLYNAS TO RELAUNCH WEEKLY FLIGHTS BETWEEN ALULA – RIYADH, ALULA – DAMMAM AND ALULA – DUBAI
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 16 June, 2022: With the start of the summer in the region, AlUla unveiled the relaunch of flynas domestic flights between AlUla and Dammam and AlUla – Riyadh, and international flights between AlUla – Dubai. This step comes to support easing access and providing more air travel options to and from […]
WIZZ YOUR WAY TO MARVELLOUS SUMMER DESTINATIONS
15 June 2022, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, is offering travellers an exciting one-day flash summer promotion, offering 5,000 seats for 120 AED, to share the love of travel. The national airline is providing fantastic reduced fares to/from Abu Dhabi and hassle-free travel to explore exotic, […]
The Great Escape: 50-60% of Twitter audiences in UAE and KSA are keen to explore new experiences
Twitter reveals consumer insights pertaining to international travel 15, June, Riyadh, KSA: As summer rapidly approaches, many in the region look to escape the weather over vacations to international destinations. Where previously trips were on hold due to the pandemic, the demand for travel is now on the rise as people venture out for new international […]
IHG Hotels & Resorts launches Staybridge Suites Al Khobar City
The perfect place to stay for corporate visitors seeking long-term accommodation options IHG Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of its second Staybridge Suites in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) in Al Khobar, on Olaya Street. Located at the heart of Al Khobar’s corporate and shopping centers, it is the only IHG hotel to offer long-term […]
Mastercard Economics Institute: Pent-up demand drives global leisure and business flight bookings past 2019 levels
United Kingdom is the choice destination for travelers from Eastern, Europe, Middle East and Africa Cruises, buses and trains see strong spending rebound in 2022 as Covid restrictions loosen Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ; 13 June 2022: After a turbulent two years, new research from the Mastercard Economics Institute reveals that global leisure and business flight bookings1 have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, while spending […]
Radisson Collection amplifies its presence in Saudi Arabia with the opening of its second hotel in Riyadh
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Mansard Riyadh, A Radisson Collection Hotel, the luxury lifestyle brand’s second hotel in the city. The hotel’s name comes from its distinct Mansard roofline, designed as an homage to the signature Parisian Haussmann style of the mid 1800s, and evokes images of the grand buildings […]