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Batikair Malaysia have started direct/non-stop flights between Karachi and Kuala Lumpur with effect from Saturday, 18th NOV 2023. Batikair Malaysia have been successfully operating daily direct/non-stop services between Lahore & Kuala Lumpur since 2016 (previously operated under the brand name of Malindo Air) The aircraft was welcomed by Civil Aviation Authority of Pakistan, Ministry of Aviation with Water Canon Salute. The flight arrived on time at 07:45pm and was received by Chairman KW Group Mr. Shakil Aftab Kashmirwala (GSA Batikair Pakistan) Civil Aviation Authority officials, Consul General of Malaysia in Karachi Mr. Herman Hardynata Ahmad, Mr. Saleem Ahmed, Head of…

ABU DHABI: All 28 airlines operating from Abu Dhabi international Airport (AUH) have now fully transitioned to Terminal A, marking a significant ramp up in capacity from the new terminal. Terminal A is now the primary terminal serving Abu Dhabi International Airport, with flights arriving to and departing from the emirate, set to use the cutting-edge facilities available. The successful transition to Terminal A will facilitate a major increase in aviation capacity in Abu Dhabi, with the terminal able to process up to 45 million travellers annually and handle 79 planes at once. Terminal A will enhance the passenger experience,…

MUSCAT: Oman Air has announced the return of its highly anticipated Global Sale, offering travelers up to 20% off fares in Business and Economy Class. With a range of must-visit destinations across the airline’s network, including Europe, the Far East and Indian Subcontinent, it’s an extraordinary opportunity to explore the world at unbeatable prices. The campaign, which is running until 15 November 2023, is part of Oman Air’s commitment to providing exceptional travel experiences that combine maximum convenience, unmatched comfort, and world-class service. Whether it’s a relaxing beach escape, a cultural adventure, or a business trip, now is the perfect…

KARACHI: An American airline has approached Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), expressing its interest in launching flight operations in Pakistan, as reported on Wednesday last. Sources told that Ravn Alaska Airlines is keen to launch flight operations from Pakistan and had contacted country’s aviation authority in this regard. Sources claimed that the American airline has sought the permission of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for Third Country Operator License. It is pertinent to mention here that Pakistan is currently struggling with the resumption of flights to the United Kingdom by Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). The national carrier is facing financial challenges…

OSLO: Denmark’s government on Thursday, November 09 proposed imposing an average tax of 100 Danish krone ($14.35) on air travel to help finance a green transition of the airline industry that will enable all domestic flights to use 100% sustainable fuels by 2030. About half of the expected yearly proceeds of 1.2 billion krone will help finance an ambition of having all domestic flights using only green fuels by the end of the decade, it said. Green technologies such power-to-X, hydrogen and bio fuels will be eligible for state support, it said. The other half of the proceeds will be…

Lonely Planet, an international travel guidebook publisher, has listed Pakistan in the top 50 places for tourism. Pakistan has long enticed visitors from all over the world, and it is ripe for a comeback. With political tensions lessening, adventure travel companies are returning to Pakistan’s lively bazaars, Mughal-built mosques, alpine valleys, and snow-dusted Himalayan Mountains. Every rupee you spend goes towards rebuilding the country after the disastrous floods of 2022. Lahore, the capital of Punjab, is a tangled maze of Mughal-built bazaars saturated with mosques and romance. Driving the Karakoram Highway, which connects Pakistan and China and cuts a transect…

LONDON: Pakistan showcased its rich tourism potential at World Travel Mart (WTM) which started from 6th November 2023 at Excel London. The Pakistan Pavilion at the World Tourism Mart (WTM) was inaugurated by the Minister of State for Tourism and Youth Affairs, Wasi Shah, along with the High Commissioner of Pakistan, Dr. Muhammad Faisal, in London. Notable participants include the high level delegation of 36 members led by Wasi Shah, State Minister for Tourism and Chairman of PTDC. Delegation also includes Barrister Feroze Jamal Shah, Minister of Information & Public Relations and Tourism Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mr. Arshad Wali Muhammad, Minister…

ISLAMABAD: A privately-owned Pakistani airline, Serene Air, has announced the launch of 02 weekly flights from Karachi to Beijing via Islamabad from 18 November 2023. The airline representative told that flight KHI-ISB- PKX would land at Daxing International Airport, one of the two international airports serving Beijing, the other one being Beijing Capital International Airport. He said the new direct flight from Pakistan to China will provide more economical options for Pakistani and Chinese travelers, including the business community and students, to directly reach different cities between China and Pakistan. He believed that it would also facilitate personnel from both…

KARACHI: The dates of the highly anticipated Pakistan Learning Festival (PLF) 2023 were officially announced here today at a packed press conference attended by not only the media but also by many of the prominent speakers who will be participating in the Festival. This year’s PLF, formerly known as Children’s Literature Festival (CLF), is set to attract diverse audiences. A movement designed to generate positive social capital and create networks and associations dedicated to unlocking the power of learning, reading, self-expression, and critical thinking, it promises to be an immersive and transformative experience. The festival encompasses multiple learning strands, boasts…

RWANDA: Plans for a single GCC tourism visa will be a “fantastic development” for tourism in the region, making it more attractive for visitors and businesses, the head of Dubai Airports has said. “It’s one of those planks in the travel arsenal that will be greater than the sum of its parts,” Paul Griffiths, chief executive of state-owned Dubai Airports, told The National on the sidelines of the World Travel and Tourism Council’s global summit in Rwanda. “The development of tourism in other countries in the Middle East will make the whole region more attractive and encourage more businesses.” The…