Middle East Travel
Emirates shines bright in ‘the land of the rising sun’
Seven years since launching operations to Osaka, Emirates has unveiled plans to launch direct services to Tokyo – Japan’s capital city and one of the world’s foremost economic centres.
Flybe signs new codeshare with Etihad Airways
Flybe has announced a new codeshare agreement with Etihad Airways which will provide air travellers in the UK greater and easier access to the Abu Dhabi-based airline’s rapidly expanding network of more than 50 destinations.
The holiday spirit set to invigorate Fujairah’s East Coast
This holiday season, Le Méridien Al Aqah will once again be transformed into lush forest of holiday greenery, hosting unique activities for family and friends throughout the festive month of December.
Kashmiri cuisine on the menu at Le Méridien Al Aqah
Le Méridien Al Aqah’s Indian restaurant, Swaad, will offer a selection of traditional Kashmiri dishes during December, while Taste Thai Restaurant will sizzle with a delicious variety of Sizzling Platters.
Le Méridien Al Aqah launches chic new Italian restaurant
Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort has this month launched Sapore, its latest dining outlet, a stylish Italian restaurant which was created at a cost of AED nine million to complement the resort’s existing restaurants.
Le Méridien Al Aqah offers a fun-filled UAE National Day
The grounds of Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort will be transformed into a fun fair day on December 2nd, 2009, as the resort commemorates its seventh anniversary and the 38th UAE National Day.
Abu Dhabi hosts successful jewellery & watch show
Abu Dhabi is celebrating a successful close to the 17th Jewellery and Watch Show, held last week. The five day event drew more visitors than ever before. H.E Dr. Maitha Al-Shamsi, UAE Minister of State, opened the event on October 14th.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, set to open in 2010, is the world’s first Ferrari theme park and largest attraction of its kind. It will be an intense multi-sensory experience and a must-visit for enthusiasts, fans and families.
Winter hotspots – Where to go to top up your tan
To coincide with Flight Centre’s October sale, the travel retailer has put together its predictions for the top five destinations for winter 2009 – perfect for Brits who want to experience some sunshine on a budget.
Countdown to Christmas with a biblical tour through history
With just 64 days until Christmas, there is no better time to explore the ancient biblical sites of Jordan and Israel while getting some winter sun in a short-haul destination.
Prestige Holidays adds new special interest tours for 2010
Independent luxury tour operator, Prestige Holidays, has revealed its programme of escorted tours for next year featuring 13 special interest holidays, four of which are new for 2010.
The Gulf Hotel Bahrain opens Mexican fine dining restaurant
Bahrain’s oldest and most luxurious hotel, The Gulf Hotel Bahrain, has just opened the island’s first ever fine dining Mexican restaurant. The Gulf Hotel Bahrain officially opened its Margarita Mexicana restaurant with Margarita Tequila Bar on Saturday 2nd October 2009 for lunch and dinner.
Rotana's Centro Hotels to open in October
Rotana, the leading hotel management company in the Middle East and North Africa, has announced the opening of the first two ‘Centro Hotels by Rotana’ in October 2009 - Centro Yas Island in Abu Dhabi and Centro Barsha in Dubai.
Diwali lights up gastronomy at Le Méridien Al Aqah
Swaad Restaurant will celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, during October with mouth-watering sweets, reflecting each region of India, from October 16 to 31, while Taste Thai Restaurant will offer Asian healthy hot pots from October 1 to 15.
Oman Air announces last minute deals for Salalah Festival
With the Salalah Tourism Festival drawing to a close on 23rd August, Oman Air has announced some great last-minute deals for travellers who wish to catch this fantastic celebration of the ‘Real Arabia’.