Category : Travel
Flydubai marks Bahrain International Airshow debut showcasing new retrofits
MENA Newswire News Desk: flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, made its first appearance at the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) 2024, which began today at the Sakhir Airbase in Manama and will continue until 15th November. This debut highlights flydubai’s growing focus on the Bahraini market and commitment to advancing its presence in regional aviation......
Air Arabia resumes direct flights from Sharjah to Yanbu in Saudi Arabia
MENA Newswire News Desk: Air Arabia, the largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator in the Middle East and North Africa, has announced the resumption of its Sharjah-to-Yanbu route, enhancing its service network across Saudi Arabia. The renewed service, set to begin on November 28, 2024, will connect Sharjah International Airport directly to Prince Abdul Mohsin Bin......
Etihad Airways announces daily flights to Düsseldorf, Copenhagen
Etihad Airways will operate daily flights to Düsseldorf and Copenhagen from October 1, 2025, enhancing UAE-Europe connectivity. Düsseldorf adds four weekly flights; Copenhagen adds three. This expansion offers greater flexibility and strengthens European ties....
UAE airports handle over 71.7 million passengers in the first half of 2024
UAE airports saw a 14.2% increase in passenger traffic in H1 2024, handling over 71.7 million passengers, marking a strong recovery for the aviation sector and boosting economic growth....
UAE tourism investments expected to hit AED100 billion by 2031
MENA Newswire News Desk: The UAE’s tourism sector is showing strong growth, in line with the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031, which targets AED100 billion in investments and seeks to boost the sector’s GDP contribution to AED450 billion by 2031. The UAE’s ongoing investment in tourism infrastructure has paid off, with international tourist......
Record-breaking year for Tokyo with 19.54 million visitors
In a remarkable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, Tokyo welcomed a record-breaking 19.54 million international tourists in 2023, a sharp increase from previous years, as reported by the Tokyo metropolitan government. This surge represents a 28.7% increase compared to the 15.18 million visitors recorded in 2019, underscoring the city’s enduring appeal as a global......
Post-pandemic, private jet industry sees significant downturn
Private jet flights have declined by 15% during the first half of the year, falling from their peak in 2022, signaling a significant downturn in the industry’s demand. This waning interest contrasts sharply with the surge in travel seen during the pandemic, marking a shift in the high-end travel market.......
Delta Air Lines cancels thousands of flights following Microsoft IT outage
Delta Air Lines is grappling with unprecedented flight cancellations as it struggles to recover from a major IT outage linked to Microsoft that began on Friday. The Atlanta-based airline has canceled over 4,600 flights from Friday through Sunday, surpassing any other carrier, and had to cancel an additional 550 flights by early Monday,......
Ryanair shares plunge 14% as quarterly profit drops 46%
Ryanair shares plunged 14% on Monday after the budget airline reported a significant 46% drop in quarterly profit, attributing the decline to weaker-than-expected fares. The airline also warned of lower fare expectations in the upcoming months, adding to investor concerns. By 11:28 a.m. London time, Ryanair’s stock had fallen sharply, reflecting......
Paris Olympics expected to cause slump in Air France revenue
Air France-KLM has expressed concerns over potential financial setbacks due to the Paris Olympics, projecting a substantial decrease in travelers to and from the city this summer. As the city gears up to host the international sporting event later this month, the airline anticipates losses ranging from €160 million ($172 million)......