KARACHI: Since 1927, Marriott’s success has been driven by our enduring values; Put People First, Pursue Excellence, Embrace Change, Act with Integrity and Serve Our World. Associate Appreciation Week (AAW) is a time to thank associates for their contributions and provide opportunities to experience our core values in action. Karachi Marriott Hotel created a colouring mural for the associates. Our General Manager Mr. Rehan Faiz Pirzada along with the associates coloured the wall. The wall mural will remind associates of the company’s history and legacy and that the Marriott family cares about each of them and the job they are…
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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan has officially approved plan to separate the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) into two divisions which will outsource the airport services’ division. PM Imran in a high-level session related to Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) in which some major decisions were taken to revamp the aviation sector. As per the new plan, the regulatory division will remain under the authority of CAA authorities, whereas, airport services’ division will be outsourced by the government. PM Khan asked to adopt transparent procedures to outsource the airport services’ division besides ordering to register it under the Securities and Exchange Commission…
Overcrowding at some of the world’s most famous tourist attractions has caused governments to close these attractions indefinitely. In Thailand, for example, the government closed down five islands and the famous Maya Bay after tourists destroyed the ecosystems. Walker Canyon in California and a farm in Ontario, Canada, both had to close down after tourists swarmed the destinations to see flowers bloom. Whether at a Disney park or a famous city, tourists are known for sometimes behaving poorly. In some instances, these behaviors have caused entire tourist attractions to shut down. In fact, all over the world, governments and environmentalists…
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar has inaugurated the first Tourism Development Corporation of Punjab (TDCP) motel at Nankana Sahib which was completed at a cost of Rs 130 million. He was accompanied by Federal Interior Minister Brig Ijaz Shah (R), members of the assembly and district administration. Hed expressed his satisfaction that the new facility will provide best facilities to the Sikh pilgrims and other tourists. “Under a policy of religious harmony, the Punjab government is providing best facilities to the Sikh community at their religious places,” he added. Usman Buzdar also laid the foundation stone of Baba…
DOHA: Qatar Airways will launch a new service to Gaborone, Botswana, on October 27th.The capital and largest city of Botswana will be the airline’s first destination in the African country. The three-time weekly flights will be operated by an Airbus A350-900 aircraft, featuring 36 seats in business class and 247 seats in economy. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are excited to be launching three-weekly flights to Gaborone, another highly sought-after destination in Africa. “Qatar Airways is committed to growing our presence in Africa and adding to the 22 destinations in 15 countries we already offer.…
WRITTEN BY CH. Faisal Mehmood As we mentioned earlier also that the present government as per the expectation moving step by step towards better tourism policies, procedures and planning. The PM from day first recognized the importance of growing NationalTourism for the weak economy of Pakistan. The reopening of Pakistan airspace for civilian traffic after six months has come a relief for both Pakistani and Indian aviation industry and of course for the passengers. The removal of airspace restrictions has been welcomed by the tourism and airline industry of the world as these twosector were the major sufferer of these…
Saral Lake is located in Neelam Valley, in Pakistan’s Azad Kashmir at an altitude of 13,600 feet (4,100 m). The lake is accessible from Sharda by a jeepable track which leads to Gumut National Park and then through hiking trek can be reached to the lake which is another hidden pearl of the valley. [huge_it_slider id=”428″] Nature is so beautiful and captivating and one of the most beautiful creations of nature is lakes. People all over the world like to spend time boating, fishing, and even swimming in lakes. Lakes also provide wonderful sceneries and are provide great opportunities for…
COLOMBO: The board and management of SriLankan Airlines have taken a decision to relocate all its corporate offices in the World Trade Centre to its main operational hub in Katunayake. However, the management of SriLankan Airlines said that none of the key sales and customer-centric frontline operations will be relocated contrary to recent media reports. Accordingly, Sri Lanka Sales, FlySmiLes, the Global Contact Centre and the Cargo Sales Offices will continue to operate from their current locations in Colombo i.e. Level 3 – World Trade Centre, Iceland Building – Colombo 3 and De Vos Avenue – Colombo 4 in order…
MUSCAT: Dubai-based luxury developer Damac has teamed up with leading master planning, infrastructure, building design and construction supervision firm SSH to breathe new life into Oman’s Sultan Qaboos sea terminal, transforming it into one of the largest coastal tourist and lifestyle havens in the region. Mina Sultan Qaboos Waterfront is located in the 200-year-old historical centre of commerce in Muscat, which is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Oman. Damac was chosen by the Oman Tourism Development Company (Omran) to develop Port Sultan Qaboos into a world-class, mixed-use waterfront destination and to establish the port as an integral…
DOHA: Qatar Airways announced a significant order for 18 Gulfstream aircraft during a ceremony at the White House. The event was witnessed by Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of Qatar, and United States President, Donald Trump. The order worth over $1 billion is for 14 Gulfstream G650ER and four Gulfstream G500 and will add to Qatar Executive’s growing fleet that currently includes six G650ER and four G500 aircraft. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “Qatar Airways is very pleased to confirm this landmark deal with Gulfstream. “Our corporate jet division, Qatar Executive, goes from strength to…