News Desk DUBAI: As part of Emirates’ commitment to continuous innovation and an unmatched customer experience, the airline has launched an integrated biometric path at Dubai International airport (DXB). The contactless airport experience is now open to Emirates passengers travelling from and through Dubai. The integrated biometric path will give passengers a seamless travel journey from specific check-in to boarding …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has been awarded ‘Best Economy Class’ and ‘Best Frequent Flyer Programme’ at yesterday’s Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2020. Last year, Etihad transformed its Economy product and service by introducing enhancements to the dining experience and providing guests with greater control, choice and value by personalising their travel …

LONDON: A British Airways 747 will today depart for Dunsfold Aerodrome where it will begin its new life as a TV and film set. The aircraft, registration G-CIVW, will depart from Cardiff Airport at 1.30pm as flight number BA1978E, landing in to Dunsfold Aerodrome in Surrey at 2.15pm. On landing it will be handed over to the airport which will …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates SkyCargo is stepping up its readiness to handle the logistical complexities of distributing a potential COVID-19 vaccine globally by creating the world’s first dedicated airside cargo hub for the vaccine in Dubai. The air cargo carrier is taking a global leadership position by announcing that it will be re-opening its Emirates SkyCentral DWC cargo terminal …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates will be providing more options and choice for its customers in Jordan with the introduction of scheduled Airbus A380 services to Amman as part of its expanded schedule of 10 weekly services. The expanded flight schedule between Dubai and Amman demonstrates the airline’s commitment to safely connect customers to and through Dubai to the Americas, Europe, Africa, …

By Sumaiya Shahadat / Rafiq Vayani International Chefs’ Day is an annual event. This international observance is considered to be a symbolic day for every chef around the world. The objective of International Chefs’ Day is to create awareness about healthy food, promote Culinary Industry of Pakistan and acknowledge the noble profession. In collaboration with Shangrila Foods, College of Tourism …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates has earned top spot at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2020, sweeping four awards including the coveted ‘Best Airline Worldwide’ award for the seventh consecutive year. The airline also took home ‘Airline with the Best First Class’, ‘Airline with Best Cabin Crew’ and ‘Best Airport Lounge in the Middle East’. The wins underscore Emirates’ …

News Desk International culinary artist, Shehar Bano Rizvi officially launches her first book, ‘Virsa; A Culinary Journey From Agra To Karachi’. Inspired by her cultural background. Rizvi named the book ‘Virsa’ which means ‘Heritage’ in Urdu. The book is an ode to the author’s family heritage, comprised of over a hundred traditional eastern dishes which are easy for any beginner …

JAKARTA: dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has further expanded its footprint in the Asia-Pacific region and entered the Indonesian aviation market by partnering with PT UNEX Rajawali Indonesia (UNEX). Based at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), Jakarta, UNEX is a leading ground handling and cargo warehouse company. The strategic partnership will see dnata and UNEX enhance ground handling …

News Desk Careem, the everyday Super App of the greater Middle East and Pakistan, has expanded its food delivery service to Lahore. Customers can now order food right from the Careem Super App’s food delivery section which will provide a seamless experience and multiple cuisine options, catering to all budgets. Additionally, customers can avail discounts up to 70% on their …