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Etihad Airways is taking a bold step towards enhancing global connectivity from its home base in Abu Dhabi. Revealing a strategic overhaul of its flight network, the airline is focusing on sustainable growth while reinforcing Abu Dhabi as a premier global hub. Central to this ambitious plan is the introduction of new travel destinations and ramped-up frequencies to prominent international markets. These measures align with the overarching goal of bolstering tourism in Abu Dhabi, providing travelers an expanded array of choices and deepening ties with worldwide markets. Strategically timed, the updated schedules set departures from Abu Dhabi at 2:00 PM, ensuring…

Dubai Airports recently marked the arrival of the first inbound flight from Air Canada at Dubai International’s (DXB) Terminal 3. The landmark event makes Air Canada the fourth international airline to commence operations out of this terminal. Air Canada flight AC056, originating from Toronto, landed at its new hub, one of the world’s largest airport terminals, at 18:56 UAE time on Wednesday. Prior to this, Air Canada flights were operated out of DXB Terminal 1. The transition to DXB Terminal 3 serves to solidify the enduring partnership between Dubai Airports and Air Canada, Canada’s flag carrier and the nation’s largest airline. Canada holds significant…

Europe is in the vice-like grip of unprecedented temperatures, leading authorities to sound the alarm with urgent travel advisories. Visitors are being sternly warned to brace for the extreme heat or, preferably, reassess their travel plans altogether, particularly those burdened by health conditions. The situation, forecasted to worsen over the coming days, has set off alarm bells across nations, threatening to derail the peak travel season in a terrifying testament to the ferocity of the climate crisis. A snapshot of the ongoing heatwave is seen in Rome, Italy, where temperatures are expected to surpass 40°C on Wednesday. Tourists can be…

Emirates celebrated the maiden voyage of its first passenger flight to Quebec’s vibrant cultural hub, Montreal, marking the airline’s second gateway in Canada. The inaugural Emirates flight EK243 took to the skies at 0300hrs, carrying 340 passengers, including a VIP delegation and members of the media. This new daily service to Montreal enhances Emirates’ Canadian operations, supplementing its seven weekly flights to Toronto. This expansion takes the airline’s North American network to 14 destinations, and a cumulative total of 18 across the Americas. The new route will facilitate enhanced connectivity to Canada via Dubai for travelers originating from a range…

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has announced in its recent Quarterly Economic Review that UAE airports welcomed a whopping 31.8 million passengers in the first quarter of 2023. This figure represents a notable surge from the same period in 2022 when the passenger count was around 20.4 million, marking an increase of 11.5 million passengers. The CBUAE report suggests that the civil aviation sector has successfully recouped its pre-pandemic passenger traffic levels. Furthermore, the cumulative investments in UAE’s civil aviation sector have soared past AED 1 trillion. In particular, the development and expansion of airports have received investments…

Flydubai, one of the leading low-cost airlines, is anticipating a remarkable summer travel season with over 4.5 million passengers expected to travel between 01 June and 30 September 2023 across its extensive network. The projected number reflects the increasing demand for travel, passengers’ confidence in Flydubai’s services, and the allure of Dubai as a destination. The airline aims to provide passengers with more options and convenience, with over 115 destinations to choose from. Flydubai is prepared for a surge in passenger traffic during the Eid Al Adha holiday period between 24 June and 02 July. The airline has increased its…

In a significant leap towards a greener future, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, reported a 26% reduction in CO2 emissions per Revenue Tonne Kilometre (RTK) in 2022, as revealed in its annual sustainability report. This impressive feat, down to 482 grams compared to the 2019 baseline, stands testimony to the airline’s unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability. Etihad’s robust sustainability strategy serves as the backbone of this achievement. The strategy stands on the pillars of emissions reductions through in-sector measures, alignment with industry voluntary roadmaps and frameworks, and effective collaboration with UAE industrial ecosystems. The airline’s proactive and…

The Gaya Tumuli, a collection of seven tomb clusters representing Korea’s ancient Gaya confederacy, has received a recommendation for inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The Cultural Heritage Administration (CHA) announced on Thursday that the international advisory body, the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS), has recommended the Gaya Tumuli for inscription. The final decision on the Gaya Tumuli’s inclusion will be made during the 45th session of the World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Saudi Arabia in September. Yonhap reported that the ICOMOS’ recommendation will play a significant role in the decision-making process. Gaya was…

Dubai was abuzz with excitement as His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, officially opened the 30th Arabian Travel Market (ATM) on May 1st, 2023. The ATM, known as the Middle East’s most prominent travel and tourism exhibition, is poised to deliver a dynamic platform for industry stakeholders to explore innovations in the realm of decarbonisation, aligning with its theme ‘Working Towards Net Zero’. Under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the…

United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Global Tourism Economic Forum (GTEF) have announced their intentions to strengthen their collaboration in a joint effort to promote closer ties between governments and the tourism industry’s private sector. The two organizations plan to revamp and enhance their annual Forum, with this year’s event set to take place on September 21st in Macau, China, marking the 10th anniversary of the Forum. Subsequent events will alternate locations between Macau and a different host country, which will be chosen collaboratively by UNWTO and GTEF. The announcement was made in Lisbon by UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab…