LONDON: The World Travel & Tourism Council and the World Economic Forum are partnering to help shape the future of how we travel by using digital traveller identity management throughout the whole tourism sector. The agreement will see the two organisations collaborating, exchanging information and working together to achieve international harmonisation through the use of standards and inter-operability across different parts of the tourism journey. Both organisations are committed to increasing the use of biometric-enabled technology as the way to increase passenger efficiency while improving border security. The Known Traveller Digital Identity project is a World Economic Forum initiative that…
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has welcomed the European Commission’s evaluation of the Airport Charges Directive (ACD) which highlights the need to further strengthen the directive to protect consumers. The evaluation aims to tackle the issue of many airports charging prices that would otherwise not be achieved in a competitive market. The Commission’s evaluation confirms that further provisions are required to establish a common framework to regulate airport charges at EU airports. The report concludes that the existing directive has had a positive impact on the airport charges setting process, but that there is a clear case for further…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reopened its airspace for all type of civil traffic with immediate effect, the Civil Aviation Authority said on Tuesday, following nearly five months of restrictions imposed after a standoff with India in February. “With immediate effect Pakistan airspace is open for all type of civil traffic on published ATS (Air Traffic Service) routes,” according to a notice to airmen (NOTAMS) published on the authority’s website. Pakistan had fully closed its airspace on February 27 following the standoff with India when Indian Air Force (IAF) violated Pakistan’s airspace while blaming Pakistan for an attack on a police convoy…
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…
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…