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ABU DHABI: As the UAE’s national airline, Etihad Airways operated the first commercial flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport’s highly-anticipated new Terminal A on 31 October 2023. Etihad and Abu Dhabi International Airport welcomed the guests who made history as they enjoyed the seamless experience of checking in at Terminal A for the first time. To commemorate the occasion, all passengers, including those in both Economy and Business classes, had the unique opportunity to be the inaugural guests at the new flagship Etihad Lounges which span three floors at Terminal A. After sampling a special menu of celebratory cuisine at…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Services Limited (PSL) conducted its fourth Corporate Briefing Session at the Islamabad Marriott Hotel on Friday 27th October 2023, in compliance with the directives of the Pakistan Stock Exchange. The Senior Management of the Company, including the Vice Chairman of Hashoo Group and Director of the Company, Mr. Mohammad Akhtar Bawany; Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Tahir Mahmood; Company Secretary, Mr. Muhammad Amir; and Board Members, Mr. Shakir Abu Bakar, Mr. M. Ghazali Marghoob, Mr. Rohail Ajmal, Mr. Shahid Hussain, and Mr. Saleem Ahmed Ranjha, were present at the event. The event was also attended by Chartered Accountants, Corporate…

DUBAI: Emirates and Batik Air Malaysia today announced a codeshare agreement, allowing Emirates’ customers to access 5 domestic Malaysian cities and 3 regional South East Asia points operated by Batik Air via Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). The Minister of Transport Malaysia, YB Tuan Anthony Loke, graced the launch and lauded the strategic partnership between Emirates and Batik Air, emphasising the numerous opportunities it offers to travellers worldwide. “We are pleased with the partnership, which has the potential to strengthen Malaysia’s role as a prime gateway to the region. We hope to see an increase in KLIA traffic, especially to…

ISTANBUL: Nevra Onursal Karaağaç, Hitit’s Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, has been honoured with the Leadership in Sales Award (LiSA). It was presented to her by Sales Network, an organization that brings together the sales and marketing ecosystem in Türkiye. This award recognizes individuals who make significant contributions to sales and marketing strategies each year. Karaağaç emerged as the Sales Leader of the Year after successfully navigating both the public voting and jury evaluation stages of the competition. Nevra emerged victorious, surpassing over 100 of her peers – domestic and international sales and marketing leaders ranging from CEOs, CMOs to…

ABU DHABI: The Airline Industry’s Most Outspoken CEO, Qatar Airways’ Akbar Al Baker Makes Surprise Decision to Quit Airline Etihad Airways has signed a new codeshare deal with Scandinavian carrier SAS, opening up a slew of new routes for both airlines. The deal comes just a few weeks after Etihad started flying from its Abu Dhabi hub to Copenhagen, and the new codeshare arrangement includes connections across Scandinavia. In the opposite direction, SAS passengers will be able to book a single ticket through to Abu Dhabi and beyond to a range of exotic destinations not previously served by the airline,…

KARACHI: Departured from Jinnah International Airport Karachi we were off to Abu Dhabi for our FAM trip conducted by Etihad Airways and Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi. The group consisted of some of the leading travel agents in Karachi and in Islamabad. Islamabad group joined us there at Southern Sun Hotel. World-renowned for its impeccable service, punctuality, and hospitality we had a wonderful and pleasant journey on Etihad Airways, from the food, aircraft, and cabin crew everything was luxurious and outstanding. Once landed we were taken to the Southern Sun Hotel, where very courteous staff welcomed us.…

KARACHI: The federal government through Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation, in a significant move has handed over seven properties to Sindh Tourism Development Corporation (STDC) towards completing devolution under the 18th constitutional amendment. In this regard a signing ceremony was held for the handing over –taking over of seven PTDC properties in Sindh to STDC on 11th October at the Pakistan Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management, Karachi. Mr. Aftab-Ur-Rehman Rana, Managing Director of Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) and Syed Feyaz Ahmed Shah Managing Director Sindh tourism Development Corporation (STDC) signed the documents. Arshad Wali Muhammad, caretaker Minister for Tourism,…

ISLAMABAD: In a momentous event set to redefine luxury hospitality in the picturesque region of Patriata, an official signing ceremony of Nizalia Hotel Patriata was organised at Legend Hotel Islamabad on Thursday October 12, 2023. Following this historic occasion, the iconic property is placed under the expert management of Legend Hotels and Resorts, a very frofessional and well-established name in the hospitality industry of Pakistan. The Nizalia Hotel Patriata, nestled in the stunning environs of the Margalla Hills, has recently undergone extensive constructions, resulting in the creation of a state-of-the-art establishment that complements its breathtaking surroundings. Its location amidst lush…

LAHORE: The Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA) and Government College University Lahore (GCU) proudly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today, establishing a partnership to advance research initiatives of historic sites, manage the library of Lahore Fort, and promote heritage sites within the Walled City of Lahore.Under the terms of the MOU, the two institutions will collaborate on innovative research projects, utilizing the collective expertise of scholars, researchers, and professionals. The partnership will also focus on the preservation and management of the library at Lahore Fort, ensuring its historical manuscripts and artifacts are conserved for future generations. It is significant…

MANAMA: Bahrain’s capital Manama was chosen as the ‘Capital of Gulf Tourism’ for the year 2024 during the 7th meeting of the ministers responsible for tourism in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in Oman. The event took place on October 5 in Jabal Al-Akhdar, organised and hosted by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism in Oman. The meeting was supervised by GCC Secretariat General. Bahrain earned this prestigious designation due to its outstanding contributions and discernible impact on elevating the Gulf tourism sector, a Bahrain News Agency report said. Recognised for its proactive understanding of the significance of tourism…