Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 1 February, 2015 3:27 pm

ETIHAD AIRWAYS INTRODUCES THE BOEING 787-9 INTO COMMERCIAL SERVICE

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today introduced its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner into commercial service. The first flight, operated by a Boeing 787-9, departed Abu Dhabi at 02.15 as flight EY23 for the 7 hour 25 minute flight to Düsseldorf, Germany. The flight...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 1 February, 2015 8:53 am

Dubai International Kite Fest takes off to a spectacular start

As the milestone 20th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival approaches the end of yet another successful journey, it continues to offer families residing in Dubai and those visiting the emirate the opportunity to enjoy the array of attractions and experiences offered by the festival even during its...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 1 February, 2015 8:45 am

DSF’s Gold & Jewellery Mega Raffle extended to 5 February

Given the ongoing gold rush generated by the Gold & Jewellery Mega Raffle at the 20th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group has announced an extension to the region’s biggest promotion of its kind, which will now run until 5 February. The promotion was due to...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 1 February, 2015 8:43 am

GULFOOD 2015 TO PROPEL DUBAI’S ISLAMIC ECONOMY CAPITAL VISION

One of the fastest growing segments of the worldwide food industry and currently worth US$1.1 trillion globally, the international Halal food market occupies an integral part of Gulfood 2015 – the landmark 20th anniversary of the world’s leading food and hospitality trade show.In all, more than ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 1 February, 2015 8:43 am

‘Shawermaty’ opens Sheikh Zayed Road outlet, unveils AED 20 million expansion plan

- ‘Shawerma for the soul’ is the mantra of Shawermaty which is eyeing franchise operations across MENA and beyondShawermaty, the UAE franchise brand that promises to offer ‘real shawerma with a gourmet touch’, has opened its second outlet in Dubai on Sheikh Zayed Road, after the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 31 January, 2015 2:02 pm

Landmark Group expands its presence in the region Opens ICONIC, NEW LOOK at Al Salam Mall Salmiya

Landmark Group, the region’s leading retail and hospitality conglomerate, officially opened the doors of three of its stores: ICONIC, NEW LOOK & FUN CITY at Al Salam Mall Salmiya. Expanding its presence across the region, the lavish new stores opening was celebrated at an official ribbon cutting ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 31 January, 2015 1:42 pm

ETIHAD AIRWAYS APPOINTS FIRST FEMALE EMIRATI AIRPORT MANAGER

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has appointed the first Emirati female airport manager in Japan. Based in Nagoya, Fatima Al Kharousi will be responsible for overseeing the airline’s operations at Chubu Centrair International Airport and the smooth operation ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 29 January, 2015 12:20 am

Additional draws in Infiniti Mega Raffle from today (29 Jan)

To step up the excitement during the remaining days of the 20th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival, the Infiniti Mega Raffle will offer residents and visitors an additional chance to win the grand prize in the form of a second daily draw starting from today (29 January) to 1 February. As part of...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 29 January, 2015 12:06 am

ETIHAD FLIGHT COLLEGE RECEIVES GCAA APPROVAL

Etihad Flight College, the world-class flight training college based at Al Ain International Airport in the UAE, is now authorised to provide the Multi Crew Pilot Licence (MPL) training program following certification as an Approved Training Organisation (ATO) by the UAE General Civil Aviation...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 January, 2015 5:17 pm

L Capital Asia Partners with Bateel

The Gulf based gourmet food company and owner of the iconic gourmet date confectionery boutiques and premium cafes, is pleased to announce a new partnership with L Capital Asia, the Asian private equity fund sponsored by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton S.A. (LVMH). Bateel is a homegrown Saudi...

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