WASHINGTON: The funding is a nod to the importance of international visitation for America’s tourism economy and the need to rebuild consumer confidence in America as a tourism destination. The timing is on point, ahead of a hoped-for global travel summer rebound. In long-awaited good news for the U.S. travel industry, the Biden administration signed the Restoring Brand USA Act on Tuesday, approving $250 million in funding for the nation’s chief marketing organization. The bill, part of a $1.5 trillion omnibus spending bill and package, had passed the Senate in September 2021, which was followed by a House vote this…
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New Zealand is bringing forward the opening of its international borders to some travelers after more than two years of Covid-19 isolation, with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern saying an influx of tourists will boost the nation’s economy. The change means the end of some of the toughest border controls in the world during the COVID pandemic, imposed as the government tried to keep the coronavirus out, comes months ahead of the previous schedule. New Zealand’s policies helped keep infections and deaths low. But with the Omicron variant now rampant, criticism has grown as businesses, particularly tourism, and agricultural sectors see…
ISTANBUL: One of the largest aviation technology companies in the world, continues its expansion throughout the world. As of today, Hitit has agreements in place to export its technology solutions to 54 partners around the globe. As Turkey’s largest service exporter in aviation IT technologies, Hitit continues to maintain its steady global growth. Hitit has recently signed new agreements with more airline partners from around the world, bringing its total to 54 airline and travel companies served globally. Hitit published its annual report for the first time after recently going public, which has drawn attention with its product developments and…
DOHA: Sabre Corporation, a leading software, and technology company that powers the global travel industry, and Tawfeeq Technologies and Services (TTS) have officially launched their operations in Qatar. The official launch was marked by a ceremony at the Park Hyatt hotel in presence of government officials, executives from the travel and tourism industry including travel companies and airlines, in addition to partners and media. On this occasion, Hashim Abdulla Al Hashemi, Board Member, TTS said: “We are proud to be partnering with such a resilient and global technology partner like Sabre. Today, we stand together to assure our customers and…
KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Friday announced to launch direct flights to Azerbaijan’s capital Baku from Karachi and Lahore, ARY News reported. According to details available with ARY News, Azerbaijan’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has allowed PIA to operate direct flights to Baku twice a week. The state airline will operate two direct flights per week; one from Karachi and one from Lahore, for which arrangements have been put in place. The first flight would depart from Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport on March 16 and the other would leave Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport on March 19. This move…
ISTANBUL: Turkish Airlines has re-launched its service offering the opportunity of discovering the world’s connection center Istanbul and its unique wonders with stopover service for its passengers with lengthy transfer times. Starting in 2017, the stopover service drew great interest from passengers who were using İstanbul as their transfer center but the service was put on pause due to pandemics. With the effects of the pandemic are lessening, the flag carrier is starting to continue this service as of 2022. In order for passengers with long connection times to spend quality time in Istanbul, Turkish Airlines will provide a one-night…
KARACHI: SCINOSA (School for Children In Need Of Special Attention) held its annual fund-raiser, An Evening with the Legendary Anwar Maqsood, here earlier today. The exclusive event was well-attended by the elite of the city, including the First Lady, Mrs. Samina Arif Alvi, and the Sindh governor’s wife, Mrs. Reema Ismail. The evening began with a red carpet and welcome drinks and complimentary masks made by the children of SCINOSA. The impressive décor and arrangements that had transformed the gardens and foyer area of Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture, left everyone floored from the was hosted by the…
HUNZA: Lakes showcase some of water’s most alluring qualities, from mesmerizing ripples and mirror-like reflections to crystalline clarity. The world has millions of them, from tiny grass-lined ponds to massive freshwater expanses easily mistaken for oceans. A few of these irresistible bodies of water owe their charisma to climate, others to geologic luck of the draw, and some are even made by the humans who admire them. Since its creation in 2010, Attabad Lake has been one of the most popular tourist attractions for visitors from all over Pakistan and the world. Your stay at Luxus Grand Hunza brings you…
BANGKOK: After a successful flight operation from Lahore, Thai Airways is pleased to announce the resumption of two weekly flights to/from Karachi & Islamabad effective 22 March 2022. Thai Airways will operate flights on the Karachi-Bangkok sector on Tuesday and Friday and on Bangkok-Islamabad Sector on Monday and Friday. Thailand Pass registration is mandatory for traveling to Thailand. Insurance with minimum coverage of 20,000 USD for medical expenses of each passenger is mandatory to travel to Thailand or Transiting to another network. Passengers holding any VISA type for Thailand must have a return ticket. Passengers must be holding Negative RT-PCR…
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia on Saturday, March 05, announced that it was lifting all precautionary and preventive measures related to the Covid-19 pandemic, the state news agency reported. The decision was based on “the follow-up to the epidemiological situation of coronavirus, the competent health authorities’ feedback, and the progress that has been achieved in combating the pandemic”, the Saudi Press Agency said. SPA also cited the progress made in the national vaccination program and the high rates of immunization and immunity against the virus in the community. Accordingly, PCR tests and rapid antigen tests no longer need to be provided by…