Middle East Travel
The sky’s the limit at Mirdif City Centre
Playnation - a dedicated leisure and entertainment destination in Mirdif City Centre is providing people of all ages with a fun-filled mall experience.
Flying high in Dubai
Thrill-seekers can now experience all the excitement and exhilaration of jumping out of a plane in the UAE’s first public indoor skydiving centre, iFly Dubai from Majid Al Futtaim Leisure.
Holidays 2010: Best weather or best value?
Guaranteed sunshine is just one reason why far-flung destinations in the Far East and Indian Ocean are becoming increasingly popular year-round with both couples and families. But the best weather can sometimes come at a price, which is why worldwide specialist Hayes & Jarvis has come up with alternatives for holidaymakers who are willing to sacrifice the perfect weather forecast in order to grab a bargain long-haul break this summer.
Every day is Earth Day at Le Méridien Al Aqah
Earth Day enthusiasts made a splash today at Le Méridien Al Aqah, marking the event with a clean-up of local dive sites off the East Coast, along with environmental initiatives throughout the resort.
Al Habtoor Group and Royal Jet sign aircraft management deal
UAE-based business conglomerate Al Habtoor Group has formally signed an Aircraft Management Agreement with Abu Dhabi based Royal Jet – the international luxury flight services company.
The Gulf Hotels Group makes its ATM debut
Leaders in operating luxury accommodation, including Bahrain’s pre-eminent five-star hotel, The Gulf Hotels Group will make its debut at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai on May 4, 2010.
UAE and Thailand holiday hits
The United Arab Emirates and Thailand are the holiday hits of this Easter, according to new figures from Sainsbury's Travel Money.
WOMAD Festival returns to Abu Dhabi
With more than 35 artists from over 15 countries, WOMAD Abu Dhabi is returning to the UAE this April.
Gulf Air launches services to Alexandria and Aleppo
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, will be launching services two new destinations, Alexandria and Aleppo, from June 2010.
Lufthansa introduces Munich to Riyadh route
Lufthansa is launching new flights from Munich to Riyadh. From 26 April 2010, the Saudi Arabian capital will be served thrice weekly in addition to the daily flight already operated by Lufthansa from Frankfurt.
Emirates Park Towers hits new heights
Construction of the AED 1.8 billion Emirates Park Towers development, a 1,612 room twin-tower hotel and apartment property, remains firmly on track, after the project reached a major milestone today.
Skywards says thanks a million
Neil Helliwell, the lucky winner of the Skywards ‘Thanks a Million’ promotion at the 2010 Dubai World Cup, was presented with his prize of one million Skywards Miles by Brian LaBelle, Skywards - Senior Vice President.
Soccer pupil wins dream trip to Dubai
Arsenal Soccer Schools Dubai pupil David Gowans enjoyed the experience of a lifetime at Emirates Stadium as the Gunners took on West Ham last week.
Ladies only at Wahooo! Waterpark, Bahrain
Female water enthusiasts, lifeguards and guest relations staff have all responded with tremendously positive feedback to the recently-launched Ladies Night at Wahooo! Waterpark, Bahrain.
Ski Dubai’s Easter eggs-travaganza
Children across the UAE can enjoy a unique and exciting experience this Easter at Ski Dubai, courtesy of Majid Al Futtaim Leisure. The fun-filled Snow Park at the attraction will become a goldmine of sugary treasure as children race for prizes through games and competitions.