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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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Etihad Airways Launches Abu Dhabi to Jaipur, India Flights
Etihad Airways has launched flights from Abu Dhabi, UAE to Jaipur, India. A welcome ceremony at Jaipur International Airport acclaimed the…
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UAE To Attract 6,700 New Millionaires This Year With Golden Visas And Zero-income Tax As Rich Indians, Brits And Africans Plan Moves
The UAE will attract more new millionaires this year than any other country, according to the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2024.…
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Ministry Of Works: Replacement And Installation Of Safety Barriers At Sehla Intersection Bridge Begins
The Ministry of Works has announced the commencement of a significant infrastructure project to replace and install new safety barriers…
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UoB Study Develops AI Model To Reduce Aircraft Fuel Consumption By 10%
A groundbreaking study conducted at the University of Bahrain (UoB) has developed an AI model capable of reducing average fuel…
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Revealed: 10 Most On-time Airlines In The Middle East
The most punctual airlines in the Middle East have been revealed for the month of May by global aviation analytics…
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Flydubai Launches 2024 Summer Network: 7 Island Escapes
Flydubai has launched its seasonal summer network, offering passengers an exciting range of beautiful islands to explore from Greece to…
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Kuwait Extends Deadline For Illegal Expats Violating Residency Laws
Kuwait has extended the deadline for illegal expats in the country to either leave the country or update their status.…
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US Fines Emirates €1.6 Million For Flights That Passed Too Low Over Iraq
The Transportation Department said Thursday that it fined Middle Eastern airline Emirates €1.6 million ($1.8m) for flights in regions off-limits…
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BTEA Launches Tourist Passport In Eid Al Adha
The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) has finalised preparations for the launch of the “Tourist Passport” during Eid Al…
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Video: Qatar Airways Passengers Strip In 100-Degree Heat As Air Conditioning Fails On Tarmac
Passengers on a Qatar Airways flight from Athens to Doha went to extreme lengths to regulate their body temperatures as…
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Etihad Airways Carried 1.5m Passengers In May, Traffic Up 38% So Far This Year
Etihad Airways airline carried 1.5m passengers in May 2024 and saw its passenger load factor average out at 84 per…
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Saudi Arabia Issues One Million Hajj Visas
Saudi Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Abdel Fattah Mashat said that the number of Hajj visas issued since…
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Gulf Air Connects Bahrain to Rhodes with New Seasonal Flights
Gulf Air has launched its newest seasonal flights to Rhodes, Greece. The airline’s flight to Rhodes was welcomed with a…
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UAE: Airfares Jump 300% For Last-Minute Eid Al Adha Flights, Say Residents
Thought of travelling for the Eid Al Adha break but yet to book flight tickets? Prepare to pay more than thrice the…
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Flight Review: Emirates A380 Business Class From London Heathrow To Dubai
SUMMARY The newer Emirates A380 business class cabins include upgraded leather seats and a stylish new lounge with leather padded…
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Saudi Arabia Launches Self-Driving Air Taxi During Hajj 2024
Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of self-driving air taxi trials during the Hajj season. Minister of Transport and Logistics Services and…
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‘Private Corridor’: Dubai Airport Sets Up Special Check-in, Immigration Counters For Hajj Pilgrims
A special private corridor has been set up for Haj pilgrims flying out of Dubai for the annual Islamic pilgrimage,…
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Bahrain And Maldives Sign Agreements To Boost Financial Sector Cooperation
The Maldives International Financial Services Authority announced that the Central Bank of Bahrain, the Bahrain Development Bank, and the Bahrain…
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50% Capacity Boost: King Fahad Causeway Authority unveiled Streamlined Processing, Passenger Lounges
The King Fahad Causeway Authority has unveiled a transformative upgrade to its processing areas and passenger lounges, setting the stage…
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Al Mashaaer Train Prepares Over 2,000 Trips To Facilitate Pilgrim Movement
The Al Mashaaer Train plays a crucial role in developing and organizing the transportation of pilgrims between the holy sites,…
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