ISLAMABAD: After providing the art lovers and the students of history an insight into historical and cultural events through a variety of antiques representing different eras of Buddhist, Sikh, Mughal and Hindu rulers in the country, the week-long exhibition, titled “National Heritage of Pakistan” concluded here on Wednesday, December 13. To mark the 70th Independence Day (I-Day) celebrations, the exhibition was organized by the Department of Archaeology and Museums from December 7 till December 13 at Islamabad Museum, Sir Syed Memorial. A number of art lovers, especially students of different educational institutions from the twin cities, visited the exhibition to…
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CAIRO: Egypt’s airport security is improving but terrorist attacks continued to plague the country this year. Resuming some Russian flights is a small step forward but tourists must also believe the country is safe to visit. Russian charter flights to Egypt’s Red Sea resorts are not part of the resumption yet. President Vladimir Putin said during a visit to Egypt that Russia will restore flights to Cairo, two years after it suspended air links when terrorists blew up a passenger jet. “Egypt has done a lot to improve airport security” and Russia wants to sign an agreement soon on resuming…
SINGAPORE: The Chief Executive Officer Singapore Airlines has said that surplus capacity in the industry remains a challenge and the marquee carrier’s focus continues to be on delivering cost-efficient services. The group is in the midst of a review to fend off intensifying competition from Middle Eastern carriers at the premium end and low-cost operators at the budget end. The transformation may include job cuts, the company said in June, and two months later it offered its cabin crew three months of voluntary unpaid leave. “As we change the way we work the new processes, as new technologies are introduced,…
ISLAMABAD: Catering to the modern needs of tourists, the motels of PTDC are being up-graded and modernized ensuring the best possible facilities; this was stated by Managing Director, PTDC Ch. Abdul Ghafoor Khan while talking to media after briefing Prime Minister Khaqan Abbasi on tourism industry of Pakistan. Ghafoor stated that PTDC is going to hold an international Conference, which will be participated, by the member countries that will also help us to project soft image of Pakistan. Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation will inaugurate city tour bus service on December 20 for Islamabad here at Pakistan China Centre. The…
WRITTEN BY CH. FAISAL MEHMOOD It is so sad that an attempt is being made to close down for the tourists and the visitors the ultimate testament of love, the Taj Mahal. As the news came from India that the BJP government of Uttar Pradesh, where the celebrated UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site is located, has removed it from the official list of tourist destinations in the state. A booklet released to mark six months of the BJP`s coming to power in India`s most populous state includes no mention of the Taj Mahal, one of the most famous & iconic monuments…
KARACHI: Last week National Day of Qatar was celebrated. Seen here in the picture, Governor Sindh Muhammad Zubair, Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, Minister of Sindh Nasir Ahmed Khoro, Former Chief Minister Sindh Syed Qaim Ali Shah, Dr. Ikhtiar Baig, Mr. Ishtiaq Baig along with His Excellency Mishal M. Al Ansari, Consul General of Qatar are cutting ceremonial cake at a local hotel.
KARACHI: Recently the honorable President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Mamnoon Hussain visited Pearl Continental Hotel Karachi to grace a high profile event. Upon his arrival, as is seen in the picture, he was warmly greeted by Mr. Jeffrey Scott Sussman, General Manager of the hotel and flower bouquet was presented to the President.
PESHAWAR: Seen here in the picture, Mr. Talat Mahmood Khan, Cluster General Manager, Fort Continental Hotel is receiving the “Achievement Award” by the Honorable Mr. Aurangzeb Khan Senator & Chairman of Orakzai Group Of Companies (Pakistan & UAE) on the successful pre-opening of “Fort Continental Hotel” Peshawar a Luxury Four Star Hotel in the city and an impressive addition in Pakistan’s growing hospitality sector.
DOHA: It has been a record-breaking year for Qatar Airways, as the airline has claimed more global awards than ever before in its 20th year of operations. Qatar’s national carrier has received more than 50 individual awards across multiple categories since January, demonstrating its continued commitment to exceeding passenger expectations with its innovative approach to product development and dedication to customer experience. [huge_it_slider id=”147″] At a time when many airlines are scaling back and during a particularly challenging year, Qatar Airways continues to thrive, showcasing its best-in-class cabins, crew, catering, in-flight entertainment, on-board magazine, lounges and more. Notably, Qatar Airways…
MUSCAT: Oman Air took home two awards at the World Travel Awards, which took place last week at JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa, Vietnam, claiming the titles ‘World’s Leading Airline – Economy Class’ and ‘World’s Ultimate Service Award in Hospitality’. The awards were received by Hamad Al Harthy, Acting Regional Vice President – Far East, on behalf of Oman Air. The year 2017 has been a stellar year for Oman Air; the airline has been presented with a multitude of awards and accolades from renowned organizations around the globe, including four World Travel Awards. Earlier this…