PIA Female Cabin Crew Passing Out Ceremony Held
KARACHI: The passing out ceremony of the 378th batch of female Flight Service Basic Training Course was held at the PIA Training Centre here on Monday, February 20. A spokesman of the national flag carrier
“Old, Fat and Ugly” Aeroflot Hosties Banned to Fly?
Russia’s national carrier, Aeroflot, has been busted for (apparently) banning up to 400 flight attendants from its coveted overseas routes. And the reason, per The Sun, has been banned for being “old, fat and ugly”.
Expanding Further in Saudia Qatar Airways Announces Yanbu and Tabuk Flights
DOHA: Qatar Airways has confirmed the start of its new services to Yanbu and Tabuk in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with three-weekly flights beginning 9 May for Yanbu and 19 June for Tabuk, with
New A-380 Onboard Lounge | Emirates to Unveil At ITB Berlin
DUBAI: Emirates airline will launch a series of new cabin products and enhancements in 2017 for both its A380 and Boeing 777 fleet. The multi-million dollar cabin interiors upgrade programme includes an enhanced Onboard Lounge
Etihad & Egyptair Signs | New Codeshare Deal
ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways and Egyptair have announced a new codeshare partnership to be introduced in phases from March 1. Under the initial phase of the agreement, Etihad Airways will place its ‘EY’ code on
Saudi Aramco Travel Show | Gulf Air Participates
MANAMA: Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, has once again successfully participated in the recent 2017 Saudi Aramco Annual Travel Show, held between February 20 and 23, at Saudi Aramco’s worldwide headquarters in Dhahran.
Loss Making Air India | India Looks for strategic Partner
NEW DELHI: India is considering selling a majority stake in Air India to a strategic partner after a $3.6 billion bailout failed to turn around the loss making national carrier, the sources said. The proposal
Oman’s SalamAir | Launches Flights to Dubai
MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s first budget airline has expanded its network by introducing its first international destination, Dubai. The double daily service, which started on February 28, will operate from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Dubai
PIA Premier Service | Turkish Airlines Lends A-330
KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has returned its London-bound premier service Airbus 330 aircraft, which was wet, leased from SriLankan Airlines, having already paid $19 million for it. PIA had been paying $8,100 per flying
Expanding The Network | Air Namibia & Turkish Airlines Sign Codeshare Agreement
ISTANBUL: Air Namibia (SW) and Turkish Airlines (TK) have signed a codeshare agreement. Effective from March 1, the agreement will cover routes between Turkey and Namibia, and set to expand further travel opportunities for the
Complete Crisis Situation | TAAP Appeals The Government For Early Help
KARACHI: As you are aware that due to the ongoing crisis of COVID-19, travel Industry in the world
Complete Crisis Situation | TAAP Appeals The Government For Early Help
KARACHI: As you are aware that due to the ongoing crisis of COVID-19, travel Industry in the world was the first business victim of the virus as abrupt travel restrictions caused the closure of almost
Corona Colossal Losses | Dubai Govt To Fully Support Emirates Airline
DUBAI: Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said the Government of Dubai is fully committed to supporting Emirates airlines
South African Airways Suspends | Domestic Operations Also
KEMPTON PARK: South African Airways has suspended commercial operations at its offices around the world until April 16. The carrier already had suspended all international service until May 31 and domestic flights within South Africa
Qatar Airways Cargo | Returns To China Destinations
DOHA: Not much, but a small glimmer of hope, as Qatar Airways Cargo announces it will resume scheduled belly-hold cargo operations to China with the utilization of wide-body and passenger-configurated aircraft. The additional cargo capacity
15,000 U.S. Hotels | Offer Rooms for Coronavirus Emergency Services
CHICAGO: Coronavirus fears have shut down hotels around the world, but some operators are able to keep at least a few lights
PHA Chairman | Zubair Baweja’s Appeal To The Prime Minister
Pakistan Hotels Association stands firmly behind the government authorities and the people of Pakistan in their fight against the menace of Corona
Coronavirus Repercussions | PHA Conveys Its Concerns To The Government
KARACHI: Recently a meeting was held at the Sindh Governor House with Governor Imran Ismail in the chair. Advisor to PM on
Hotels Closing | Marriott CEO Sorenson Shares Contingency Plans
MARYLAND: In an emotional video message to Marriott International employees on Thursday, March 20, CEO Arne Sorenson characterized the coronavirus crisis as
The Most Scenic & Picturesque | Pearl-Continental Hotel, Mountain & Ski Resort Malam Jabba Is Now Open
ISLAMABAD: Introducing adventure sports with five-star facilities at one of the highest altitudes in Pakistan, Pearl-Continental Hotel, Mountain & Ski Resort Malam
Ramada Multan Renders | Best Hospitality to PSL Cricket Super Stars
MULTAN: The high-profile cricket extravaganza, Pakistan Super League (PSL) 5thedition 2020 by Pakistan Cricket Board was returning to Multan after a long
Gender Equality & Women Empowerment | Serena Hotels Celebrate International Women’s Day
ISLAMABAD: “A society is better when women are given equal respect and opportunities. It’s, for this reason, we must collectively advocate for
‘Pakistan’s Digital Economy’ | Serena Hosts High-Profile Discussion
ISLAMABAD: A high-profile panel discussion on Pakistan’s digital future attended by prominent players in the local digital industry was hosted on Thursday
60th Royal Birthday Celebrated | Japanese Consulate Hosts Grand Reception
KARACHI: The Consul General of Japan in Karachi, His Excellency Toshikazu Isomura, hosted a clinquant grand dinner reception to celebrate the 60th
DESTINATION Saral Lake | Neelam Valley, AJK
Saral Lake is located in Neelam Valley, in Pakistan’s Azad Kashmir at an altitude of 13,600 feet (4,100 m). The lake is
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