LAHORE: Tourism Development Corporation of Punjab (TDCP) on Thursday, 18 October hiked fares for the Sightseeing Lahore Bus Service, which will go in effect from November 1. According to the revised fares, Gaddafi Stadium to the Greater Iqbal Park route the tourists fares has been increased from Rs.200 to Rs.300, the corporate sector from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 20,000 and educational institutions from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 7, 500. The Gaddafi to Wagah Border fares have been increased from Rs300 to Rs400 for tourists, from Rs20,000 to 25,000 for the corporate sector and Rs7,500 to Rs,10,000 for educational institutions. Fares…
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LAHORE: CEO & Deputy Chairman Hashoo Group, Mr. Murtaza Hashwani met Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar here at his office on Thursday, 17 October. The matters relating to the promotion of tourism and its allied services in the province came under discussion. On the occasion, the CM said, “Tourism sector is badly ignored in the past, but it will be developed on modern lines now.” New tourist spots have been identified and promotion of such places would help to encourage and promote the tourism industry, he maintained. The CM said it would also help attract investment and as a…
KARACHI: Mövenpick Hotel Karachi has always tried to emerge as a socially responsible entity by giving back to the area it operates in. The hotel has undertaken many activities previously as well to support key social causes, especially related to education. The hotel recently took part in a global CSR campaign ‘Kilo of Kindness’ that comes under the CSR function of Mövenpick Hotels and Resorts, Shine which focuses on assistance of underprivileged section of the society. Mövenpick Hotel Karachi has been an ardent supporter of benefiting the area which is the reason for its business. The hotel has set-up a…
KARACHI: Mr. Ahmed Ali Ramadhan, The newly designated Country Manager-Pakistan, Gulf Air and Mr. Faisal Abdul Qadir, Sales Manager, Gulf Air visited Bukhari Group Chairman head office last week. [huge_it_slider id=”293″] A meeting was held at Bukhari Group Chairman Office where Mr. Muhammad Rafiq Khan, Group Chairman Bukhari Group & his Team. Sardar Zubair Hussain, Group- CEO, Kazmi Syed Shams, Group-AVP, Mr. Muhammad Zeeshan, GM Commercial & IT Support, Mr. Nabeel Kaim Khani, Director Hajj & Umrah, Sheikh Zeeshan Afaq, CEO Bukhari Aviation Consultant, Mr. Kashif Hasan, Managing Director, Mr. Sheraz Mughal, Director Industry Sales and Mr. Farhan Ul Haq…
WRITTEN BY CH. FAISAL MAHMOOD After election 2018, the federal and provincial governments are formed and are working as per their programmes. In democracy heads are counted not minds, but in present election results, we are expecting some good minds to be focused on tourism sector also. We expect the new set up; particularly Mr. Khan would recognize Tourism for its economic social and diplomatic values and correct the wrongs done by the absence of a federal tourism administration. We remember very vividly his practical support that he has always given to development of Responsible Tourism in KP, right from…
SPAIN: “Cities need to become smart tourism destinations, where tourism governance and digital economy join to offer travellers diverse and authentic experiences” was the message sent out by a United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Conference. The two-day UNWTO Conference on City Breaks: Creating Innovative Tourism Experiences, which concluded on October 16 in Valladolid, Spain, brought together tourism leaders from the public and private sectors to analyse how to respond to the growing trend of city breaks as leisure experiences. The tourism leaders concluded that public-private partnerships, the inclusion of local communities and the creation of smart destinations are crucial…
LAHORE: A prestigious event was held by Sabre Distribution Systems to appreciate and acknowledge the contribution of top performing travel companies. Travel Channel International (Pvt.) Limited once again won the top performer agent award. The award was received by Mr. Asif Naseer Khara, Chief Executive Officer of Channel Group; and was delivered by Mr. Naeem Siddiqui (Manager) and Mr. Sam Wong (Country Manager) Sabre Distribution Systems. The company has maintained its number one position since many years due to its continuous innovation, exclusive product offers and state of the art customer services. With more than 300 people employed in 21…
PESHAWAR: Senior Minister Muhammad Atif Khan said that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Impact Challenge programme was playing a pivotal role in provision of employment and business opportunities to the talented youth of the province. Speaking at a ceremony held in connection with handing over cheques of second installments to youth at Nishtar Hall here, the senior minister said the KP Impact Challenge programme was first of its kind government-led initiative for economic and social impact competition to promote youth entrepreneurship, innovation, and to provide economic opportunities to talented youth. “The KP Impact Challenge programme is a unique project for the educated…
Walls, barriers and even floors have been removed from the Space Needle and replaced with structural glass revealing dramatically expanded views and a completely new, multi-level guest experience. This dramatic $100 million renovation revealed the world’s first and only revolving glass floor, earning the Space Needle in Washington state a prestigious award bestowed by the World Federation of Great Towers (WFGT). The WFGT is an international association of great towers including some of the world’s most recognizable structures such as the Eiffel Tower and Empire State Building. The extreme ingenuity required to complete the massive renovation 520 feet in the…
MUSCAT: Flag carrier Oman Air has been awarded the Signum Virtutis, the seal of excellence, from the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards 2018. The airline was voted winner for the best airline in the Middle East, Africa and Europe. Competitors included leading international airlines from around the world. The ceremony took place recently at the five-star Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort, located on Crete, Greece and was attended by leading representatives of the hospitality and luxury industry from all over the world. The Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards, known as the “Oscars of Luxury”…