ISLAMABAD: PIA, The national carrier of Pakistan on Monday, February 24, with immediate effect suspended all flight operations to China and Japan till March 15 amid the coronavirus outbreak. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) took the decision as a precautionary measure as the ongoing virus outbreak has claimed more than 2,400 lives – mostly in China. The decision to resume flight operations or further extend the suspension would be taken after a week. “PIA flights to Beijing and Tokyo will not depart from today,” the PIA spokesperson said. “Travelers of these cities have been notified in advance.” ‘Proper planning’ to tackle…
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PESHAWAR: The provincial government is taking solid steps to boost tourism and sports in every nook and corner of the province to attract domestic and foreign tourists and promote games at local level. This was stated by Secretary, Sports, Tourism, Archaeology, Culture, Museums and Youth Affairs, Khushal Khan, in a meeting with officials during his visit to the Hazara Division. Visiting the scenic Hazara Division on the special directives of Chief Minister Mahmood Khan and Chief Secretary Kazim Niaz, the secretary said that Tourism Department was busy taking tangible steps well before the peak season for promoting tourism and facilitating…
ISLAMABAD: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday, February 17, termed the improved security situation of Pakistan as “absolutely remarkable”, noting that Islamabad, which looked like a “fortress” a few years back had now become a family station for the world body’s staff. His words can boost Pakistan’s tourism industry to any extent and will enhance the confidence of the international tourists to visit Pakistan best possible way. Guterres was responding to a question regarding “Pakistan’s journey from terrorism to tourism” after a seminar at Islamabad’s National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST). “We are witnessing the state becoming present,…
RIYADH: Saudi officials have unveiled elaborate plans to develop AlUla, which is home to the kingdom’s first global heritage site, into the ‘world’s largest living museum’ over the next 15 years. Addressing the gathering at World Urban Forum 2020, Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) officials revealed the framework and masterplans for sustainable, responsible, long-term development of the 22,0561-sq-km county that is set to attract 2 million visitors by 2035. AlUla is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty as well as its tremendous archaeological diversity. It is also shaping a new cultural landscape in Saudi Arabia. Located 1,100 km…
OSAKA: A world-class dog rest area, which includes shower facilities and a “pee pole” that cleans itself, opened at Osaka International Airport. Located by the airport’s pick-up and drop-off area, the idea is that dogs will be able to relieve themselves before entering the airport, thus taking some pressure off of both them and their human companions. Other Japanese airports like Tokyo’s Narita have indoor areas for service dogs, but ITAMI has taken the concept one step further for both service animals and pets alike. “We envisioned these dog-toilets would be used before service dogs get on the flight with…
LAHORE: An independent authority will be established for the promotion of tourism in the province, said Chief Secretary Azam Suleman Khan during a meeting with Adviser to PM, Zulfi Bukhari, held at Civil Secretariat here on Monday, February 17. Chairman P&D Board Punjab, Adviser to CM, Asif Mehmood, DG Walled City Kamran Lashari, MD Tourism Development Corporation and other senior officers were present in this meeting. He said all required formalities have been completed to establish and independent Tourism Culture & Heritage Authority (TCHA) for the purpose. The authority will be headed by a Provincial Minister under which Secretary Tourism…
MUSCAT: Oman budget carrier SalamAir has announced a strategic tie-up with Tune Protect Commercial Brokerage to offer an array of travel protection benefits for its passengers. The agreement encompasses insurance cover for travel-related uncertainty of the airline’s domestic and international passengers. The insurance products offered are specially designed for SalamAir travellers. The travel protection programme provides travellers with a host of benefits such as overseas medical expenses, travel cancellation, missed departure, baggage delays, travel delay, emergency medical evacuation, repatriation, personal accident and many more. Captain Mohamed Ahmed, CEO of SalamAir, said: “I am delighted to announce our new partnership with…
LAHORE: Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resources Development & Chairman National Tourism Coordination Board Syed Zulfiqar Abbas Bukhari, Tuesday, February 18, said that tourism industry could play a crucial role in boosting Pakistan’s economy. While chairing a meeting on tourism promotion at the Tourism Development Corporation of Punjab (TDCP) head office, he said Pakistan had been declared among the top 10 tourist destinations this year. Therefore, it is our responsibility to provide a well-managed, more hospitable and friendly environment to those who visit Pakistan from around the globe. Zulfi Bukhari stressed that all organisations and…
PESHAWAR: A large number of local and foreign tourists, lovers of snow games thronged the scenic Malam Jabba ski resort to take part in the International Snowboarding Championship and enjoy the event on Wednesday. [huge_it_slider id=”516″] Jointly organized by the Tourism Corporation Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (TCKP) and the Samon’s Group, men and women and children players from Pakistan, Holland, Afghanistan and other countries are participating in snowboarding, joint slalom and parallel joint slalom competitions. The players from Pakistan, Holland, Afghanistan took part in the joint slalom and parallel joint slalom and exhibited their skills in the snowboarding competitions. Children also participated…
ISLAMABAD: Her Highness Princess Beatrice, a member of the British royal family, and former prime ministers of Spain and Italy are in Pakistan for a ski trip. [huge_it_slider id=”515″] Last week, the group of prominent leaders from Europe called on Prime Minister Imran Khan. Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Zulfi Bukhari and Ali Jahangir Siddiqui, ambassador-at-large for investment were also present during the meeting which took place at the Prime Minister House. Her Highness Princess Beatrice leads a ‘high-level delegation’ on an adventurous heli-skiing trip in Pakistan. The royal was hosted by…