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Latest updates on GCC travel and tourism with enhanced tourist destinations and entry of visitors into the GCC with updates in the aviation sector.
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Saudi Arabia Launches Digital Identity Service, New Passport Stamp For Hajj Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior on Wednesday launched the digital identity service for pilgrims arriving from outside the Kingdom on…
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Emirates To Resume Flights From Dubai To Lagos In Nigeria From October 1
Emirates will resume services to Nigeria from October 1, 2024, operating a daily service between Lagos and Dubai, and offering…
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Saudi Arabia Announces British Airways Jeddah To London Flights
The Saudi Air Connectivity Program (ACP) announced British Airways, will launch direct flights linking London with Jeddah through Heathrow Airport.…
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Saudi: Garuda Incident Has No Impact On Hajj Pilgrim Transport, NTSC Says
The National Transport Safety Center in Saudi Arabia (NTSC) has dismissed security concerns over an incident involving a Garuda Indonesia…
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Boeing 747 Engine Erupts In Fireball During Takeoff carrying 468 passengers from Indonesia to Saudi Arabia
Another week, another mid-air mishap for a Boeing plane. This time, a 747-400 carrying 468 passengers from Indonesia to Saudi Arabia had to…
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These Are Africa’s Most Powerful Passports
The Seychelles has the most powerful passport in Africa, followed by Mauritius and South Africa, according to the Henley Passport…
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New Route: PIA launches Al Ain-Turbat flight
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has launched direct flight between Al Ain, UAE and Turbat city of Balochistan province of Pakistan.…
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Dadabhai Travel and Blue Ribbon Bags To Offer Travellers Lost and Delayed Luggage Services
Bahrain-based Dadabhai Travel and American technology company, Blue Ribbon Bags have partnered to offer customers competitive Delayed and Lost Luggage…
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The World’s Longest Straight Road Pierces a Desert for 149 Miles/ 1474 km without a Single Bend
A 149-mile-long stretch of highway connecting two towns in Saudi Arabia holds the title of the world’s longest straight road.…
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Saudi Arabia Set To Launch Luxury Train Cruise ‘Dream Of The Desert’
With Saudi Arabia set to host the World Expo 2030 and the FIFA World Cup, the kingdom is rapidly transforming…
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Emirates Begins London Flight Operations With Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Dubai’s Emirates has taken delivery of over 3,000 metric tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Shell Aviation at London…
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Dubai’s Dnata CEO: Airport Check-in Queues Could Be ‘Eliminated’ With New Technology
Dubai National Air Travel Agency, or dnata, is considering to automate the passenger experience at airports operated by the agency…
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Airport Show 2024: Dubai Aviation Thriving With $35bn Al Maktoum International Airport And Record $4.7bn Emirates Profit
Dubai aviation sector is flying high as it starts work on a $35bn airport upgrade, Emirates reports record profits and…
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Saudi: ZATCA Sets SR3000 Maximum Duty-free Purchase Limit For Incoming Passenger
The Saudi Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has approved the requirements for exemption from customs duties and taxes for…
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Saudi Arabia Set To Unveil $2 Billion Aviation Road Map In Major GDP Boost
Saudi Arabia is set to unveil plans to boost general aviation sector’s GDP contribution to $2 billion. The General Authority…
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Dubai’s Emirates Group Announces Massive Bonus for Employees, ‘Largest Profit Share Payout in the Organsiation’s History’
Emirates Group has announced a bonus for its employees, following an exceptionally strong financial performance for the fiscal year. Both, Emirates Group…
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Dubai: Pakistan-Bound Flight Delayed After ‘Burning Smell’ Detected
A Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight en route from Dubai to Islamabad experienced a moment of concern when passengers reported…
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A Day In Doha: Inside Qatar Airways’ Dynamic Stopover Program
Doha, the capital of Qatar, is the hub of one of the world’s largest and most respected airlines: Qatar Airways. Its…
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Transformation Takes Flight: An Interview With Calum Laming of British Airways
On the 21st of April, British Airways touched down at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport following a four-year hiatus. Resuming…
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Saudi: Justice Ministry Warns Against Unlicensed Hajj Tour Operators
The Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments warned against joining any unlicensed Hajj tour operators, or travelling for Hajj…
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