SINGAPORE: ITB Asia has signed a major partnership with the Korea Tourism Organization of Singapore (KTO). The memorandum of cooperation with Messe Berlin (Singapore) Pte Ltd, organisers of Asia’s leading travel trade show, looks to boost Korea’s appeal as a key destination place in Southeast Asia. “Korea’s first-class transport infrastructure, world-class readiness, as well as the popularity of Korean pop culture and fashion has boosted the country’s appeal as one of the leading destinations for today’s business and leisure travellers. We are pleased to be working in partnership with the Korea Tourism Organisation of Singapore this year and delighted that…
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DUBAI: Flydubai and Boeing celebrated the delivery of the airline’s first 737 MAX 8, making the Middle East carrier the first in the region to operate Boeing’s newest single-aisle airplane. The delivery is the first of 75 737 MAX airplanes the airline will be adding to their all-Boeing fleet of Next-Generation 737s. “We are delighted to receive our first Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from our order made at the Dubai Airshow in 2013,” said Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer, flydubai. “This marked the largest single-aisle Boeing aircraft order placed in the Middle East. With this new chapter, we…
DUBAI: Emirates’ premium flyers can now enjoy the airline’s newly revamped lounge aboard the world’s largest passenger plane. The redesigned airplane bar made its operational debut on a flight to Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday, 1 August, marking the ninth anniversary of Emirates’ A380 service. The plush lounge is one of the fancy amenities that Emirates’ business and first-class passengers get to enjoy on a double decker aircraft. This is where high flyers can while away the time in the sky, as they sip a cup of coffee or a glass of bubbly while watching live TV broadcasts of the latest…
ATLANTA: Delta Air Lines is further deepening its longstanding partnership with Air France-KLM Group with a €375 million investment to acquire 10 percent equity in the joint venture partner and a seat on the Air France-KLM Group Board of Directors. Additionally, Delta, Air France-KLM and Virgin Atlantic will launch a combined long-term joint venture, supported by a 31 percent investment by Air France-KLM in Virgin Atlantic, to offer customers the most comprehensive trans-Atlantic route network. “A dynamic global landscape means it’s more important than ever for Delta to deepen ties with our global partners to provide opportunities for mutual growth,”…
The next two hosts of the Olympics and mega tourism beneficiary have been announced as Paris and Los Angeles. [huge_it_slider id=”71″] The International Olympic Committee confirmed that Paris will host the 2024 Games, while Los Angeles will host Olympics in 2028. It’s the first time the Committee has handed out two host announcements in one hit, with Tokyo already confirmed for the 2020 Games. Previous months has seen a number of original bidders back out, including Rome, Hamburg, Budapest and Boston, according to TMR, until only LA and Paris were left. With only the two cities left in the end,…
Hawaii has banned people from looking at their mobile phones when crossing the street in Honolulu. Authorities say they want to reduce injuries and deaths from ‘distracted walking. Fines of between £11 and £75 will be introduced; depending on how many times police catch them, according to Sky News. Mayor Kirk Caldwell said: “We hold the unfortunate distinction of being a major city with more pedestrians being hit in crosswalks, particularly our seniors, than almost any other city in the country.” Anyone making calls for emergency services will be exempt from the fine. ‘Distracted walking’ has been added to the…
KARACHI: Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has canceled the outsourcing of major airports including the New Islamabad International Airport, Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore and Jinnah International Airport Karachi. On July 23, 2017, Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) invited Request for Proposals (RFPs) from international companies for outsourcing the services of the three major airports in the country. However, on Monday, July 24, CAA issued a public notice saying that Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has decided to annul/cancel the Expression of Interest (EoI) and its subsequent bidding process conducted pursuant to the advertisement published on February 7, 2017 for outsourcing major…
LAHORE: Pakistan Travel Mart’s Introductory Session was held in Pearl Continental Hotel Lahore last week. Mr. Jahangir Khanzada, Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of Punjab was the chief Guest of the event. Senior Government officials attended the event including Mr. Nayyer Iqbal, Secretary, Youth Affairs, Sports, Archaeology and Tourism, Government of Punjab and Mr. Kamran Lashari, Director General; Walled City of Lahore authority. [huge_it_slider id=”70″] Top management of local and international airlines, travel agencies, Hajj & Umrah operators, hotels, business community and corporate sector attended the event. Notables who attended included Sardar Muhammad Rafiq Khan, Chairman Bukhari Group,…
JEDDAH: All airports in Saudi Arabia will be privatised this year in order to improve services being rendered to passengers and cut public expenditure, a senior official has revealed. Abdul Hakeem Al-Tamimi, president of the General Authority Civil Aviation (GACA) said GACA’s privatization strategy aims to transform all airports and related sectors into companies fully owned by Saudi Civil Aviation Holding. For that porpose Three methods for privatisation will be followed: 1. Transform each airport into a company GACA will apply this system on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh first. Al-Tamimi disclosed plans to sell minority stakes in the…
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation has renovated thirty five motels located at various tourist attractions in northern areas. Talking to media, an official of PTDC said the number of rooms has also been increased in existing motels which has attracted a large number of tourists. He said visitors would soon witness fresh outlook of motels with renovated rooms with an objective to introduce Pakistani culture and tourist attractions on international level. PTDC has been working hard to promote beautiful picnic spots situated in far-flung areas of Pakistan, especially where the private sector is shy to invest.