ISLAMABAD: Mr. Fawad Chaudhry, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting had a meeting with Italian Ambassador to Pakistan, His Excellency Stefano Pontecorvo, who called on him on Wednesday, 20 February and stressed the need for enhanced cooperation between Pakistan and Italy in the tourism sector. Fawad said that collaboration in the fields of tourism and culture would further strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries which were based on mutual goodwill. “Owing to its cultural diversity and unique national heritage, Pakistan is a preferred destination for tourists of many countries,” he said. The minister invited Italian tourism writers and editors…
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PESHAWAR: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) started direct flights between Peshawar and UAE city Sharjah from Bacha Khan International Airport (BKIA) and restored the suspended flights to Al-Ain. The flights were suspended since 2012. The first flight No. PK-257 took up from the airport for Sharjah at 1:15 A.M Thursday while the second flight PK-320 was to take up for Al-Ain city at 8:00 A.M today (Friday), said a press release. A function was organized in this regard at Bacha Khan International Airport wherein the Chief Operation Officer/Airport Manager, Obaidur Rehman Abbasi was Chief Guest, who seen off the passengers of…
WRITTEN BY CH. FAISAL MAHMOOD As we said earlier also that though slowly but steadily our Tourism Industry is moving into a positive mode and we can see its pace is accelerating; accelerating to a very encouraging level. The Government has formed 25 members National tourism Coordination Board to take every possible step to improve tourism and aviation by coordinating with all provincial governments. We pray Almighty Allah that the unfolding future will not prove us wrong, we share this perception with other stakeholders in Pakistan Tourism, so that they and their respective trade bodies may pick up the positive…
KARACHI: Executive Pastry Chef Philippe has been with Karachi Marriott Hotel for last two years. Now, he is well known for his artistry of beautiful cakes and pastries. Chef Philippe is from France and from there he brings the authentic art of baking with love as the main ingredient. Philippe made scrumptious cakes during Christmas and he did the same for valentines. His mission is to bring the very best form of France for Karachites and with his love and dedication for what he does the best; he has now earned the fan following in the city of lights.
RAWALPINDI: Managing Director Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC), Syed Waqar ul Hassan chaired a high-level meeting of PTDC’s Management and Departmental heads. MD said that the organization owns a chain of motels located a prime tourist locations and hotel in Rawalpindi. A little improvement in services and face uplift will result not only in betterment of tourist facilities but also profitable for the organization. He directed that the rooms of motels and Flashman’s hotel should be renovated and upgraded as well as focus on food & beverages and banquet hall sales. Multinationals, NGOs, pharmaceuticals may be approached to hold their…
BEIJING: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the reduction in fares for its Beijing-Islamabad-Beijing route, besides offering special fares and packages to passengers travelling in groups as part of the skilled manpower for China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects in Pakistan and to encourage Chinese tourists to visit Pakistan. “We have reduced fares for both economy and business classes and passengers can now buy return economy class tickets for 3,620 Chinese yuan and business class for 8,039 Chinese yuan, respectively, PIA Country Manager to China Nasir Jamal Malik told. PIA’s fare was lowest as compared to Air China and other regional…
LONDON: Burberry has apologised for featuring a hoodie with a noose around the neck at London Fashion Week. The fashion brand was criticised by one of its own models, Liz Kennedy, in a long post on Instagram in which she said: “Suicide is not fashion.” “Let’s not forget about the horrifying history of lynching either,” she added. Burberry boss Marco Gobbetti said the brand was “deeply sorry for the distress” caused, adding: “It was insensitive and we made a mistake.” The hoodie featured in a collection called Tempest which was on the runway at London Fashion Week on Sunday. The…
NEW DELHI: Debt-ravaged Jet Airways India Ltd., the country’s biggest so-called full-service airline, is selling a majority stake for one rupee – a little more than one US cent. It’s part of a bailout plan by its state-owned lenders that will give the airline time to arrange fresh equity. The complicated arrangement is on track to be voted through on Feb. 21, in what would represent the rescue of one of the country’s most visible companies at a sensitive time, with India’s general election just weeks away. It’s consistently been one of India’s top three airlines in the past decade.…
BAHAWALPUR: The most thrilling and adventurous 4 day 14th Cholistan Desert Rally concluded on 17th February in Bahawalpur. The nine-time champion of Pakistan’s biggest motor sports event, Mir Nadir Magsi successfully defended his title and won the race. Magsi completed the 467km long desert track in 4 hours 30 minutes and 35 seconds. Zain Mehmood got 2nd position in this Prepared Category A Race with the timing of 4 hours, 39 minutes and 26 seconds. Sahibzada Sultan remained 3rd with timing of 4 hours, 42 minutes and 55 seconds. Manssor Halim won the title of Stock Category A Race as…
KARACHI: February 8, ZAOQ, the authentic Pakistani cuisine chain of restaurants opened another grand outlet here today in Karachi, this time at LuckyOne Mall. The evening started with guests mingling at the Red Carpet hosted by Usman Mazhar, admiring the sophisticated décor and elegant ambience of the restaurant while interacting with one another. On this special occasion CEO ZAOQ, Ammar Hussain said, “We invite you to an entirely new dining experience which shall not only be a treat for your taste buds but a journey through the glorious heritage of the sub-continent”, and expressed his gratitude to the large number…