MANAMA: Bahrain flag carrier Gulf Air and Royal Air Maroc, Morocco’s national air carrier, have signed a Special Prorate Agreement (SPA), effective from January 22. The agreement builds upon the current travel opportunities for passengers of both airlines beyond the hubs of Bahrain International Airport and Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport. This new SPA agreement supports facilitating travel for passengers of both airlines who wish to explore cities and regions that are not directly served by the home carrier – such as domestic points in Morocco, West Europe and GCC.
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FAISALABAD: The Vice Chancellor of international Islamic University Dr. Ahmed bin Yousaf Derwaish has said that the Pakistan & Saudi Arab relations are not only based on political, historical and economical cooperation. The people of both courtiers have strong binding of religion and Islamic values. He was addressing on the occasion of dinner reception organized in his honor by well known businesses man and vice chairman of travel agents association of Faisalabad Hafiz kashif shafique. Dr Ahmed said more than three million Pakistanis are playing their key character in the progress of Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arab is playing positive role…
DOHA: To celebrate the launch of Qatar Airways’ new direct service to Gothenburg, Sweden, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, hosted a press conference today at the Clarion Post Hotel in Gothenburg. At the press conference, H.E. Mr. Al Baker highlighted the award-winning airline’s robust expansion plans, as well as its commitment to bringing more visitors to Sweden and to connecting Gothenburg to its extensive global network via the award-winning Hamad International Airport (HIA) in Doha. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are tremendously pleased to launch our…
LONDON The number of people visiting the UK on holiday fell in 2018. This was contrary to predictions and bucked the global travel trend, which saw worldwide international arrivals increase 6% year on year. The figure for worldwide arrivals has reached 1.4 bn, two years earlier than expected, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). In contrast, the UK saw a decline of 5.3% in overseas tourists and a 2.3% fall in spending, despite earlier suggestions that a record year in 2017 would continue into 2018. The drop in inbound tourism to the UK has been attributed to…
ISLAMABAD: The apex court has observed the state-owned Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) board of directors (BoD) need to show independence, transparency, impartial and unbiased manners whilst choosing the best candidate for the post of the airlines’ Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In a detailed judgement issued related to the case of the appointment of Musharraf Rasool Cyan as PIA’s CEO, the Supreme Court said the BoD is responsible for planning, succession and appointment of the company’s CEO. According to the SC, it is the job of the BoD to assess potential candidates on the fit and proper criteria. Justice Ijaz-ul-Ahsan in…
MUMBAI: India-based Zen Cruises has announced the launch of its first multi-destination cruise line, Jalesh Cruises, which will set sail in April and include calls on Oman and UAE as part of its winter schedule in December this year, said a report. The new cruise company is part of Indian conglomerate company Essel Group, headed by Dr Subhash Chandra, said a report in Economic Times. Jalesh, or ‘God of Waters’, offer on shore destinations and excursions across Indian port cities including Chennai, Kochi, Mormugoa, Mumbai, Vizag and international locations including Abu Dhabi, Colombo, Dubai, Muscat, Penang, Ras Al Khaimah and…
ISLAMABAD: January 15, 2018. Hashoo Group owners of Pearl-Continental and Marriott Hotels in Pakistan distributed 100 ready-to-wear uniforms to the security guards of the Metropolitan Corporation of Islamabad (MCI). In a ceremony hosted by Hashoo Group at the sector F-6/3 park in Islamabad, Sheikh Ansar Aziz who is Mayor of Islamabad and heading MCI was invited as chief guest. Seen here (left to right) are Chief Development Officer Hashoo Group Craig Clulow, Chief Operating Officer Hashoo Group Hospitality Division Haseeb Gardezi, Mayor of Islamabad Sheikh Ansar Aziz, Chief Finance Officer Hashoo Group Shakir Bhura, and Chaudhry Akhtar Rasool Director Parks. …
KARACHI: Karachi Marriott hotel organised the Lebanese Food Night last week. The New Executive Chef Ali, along with his team, offered mouth-watering delights from the exquisite cuisine of Lebanon and extended warm hospitality. While talking to the media he also gave details about the Lebanese Nights at Nadia. Special menu was prepared for the guests who enjoyed every bit of it. Karachi Marriott has planned various food festivals and promotions for this year.
MUSCAT: Oman Air is set to hold walk-in interviews for new cabin crew to join the country’s flag carrier. The Open Day will be held on the 6th February 2019 in Muscat – unfortunately, Oman Air is only recruiting female cabin crew on this occasion. The airline currently operates a fleet of 50 aircraft including brand new Boeing 787 Dreamliner’s and single-aisle 737MAX and flies to a variety of destination across the Middle East and India, as well as flagship cities including London and Frankfurt. Founded in 1993, Oman Air has become a vital part of the country’s strategic tourism…
LAHORE: Mr. Asif Naseer Khara, C.E.O of Travel Channel International (Pvt) Limited and founder of faremakers.com which is Pakistan First Online Travel Company, organized Annual Awards Ceremony on January 6th, 2019, in which managers and employees of the company from all over the country gathered under one roof. Chairman of the company distributed different category of Awards, incentives and vehicles facilities as per staffs’ performance. A lucky draw was also held for the staff where gifts from FareMakers as well as sponsors including Sabre, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Oman Air, Gulf Air and Ufone were distributed among staff. Asif Nasser…