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Passenger traffic at Doha’s Hamad International Airport grows by 20%

Hamad International Airport (HIA) welcomed 17.6 million passengers during the first half of 2016, registering a growth of more than 20 per cent compared to the same period last year, setting a new passenger record for the airport. HIA also saw 118,069 aircraft movements from January to June 2016 - a 17 per cent increase in aircraft take-offs and landings at the airport, compared to the same period in 2015. This…

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World’s first 7-star airport inaugurated

To accompany the world’s only 7-star hotel, Dubai has constructed the world’s first 7-star airport terminal. As part of the emirate’s vision as the aviation capital of the world, and the Expo 2020 master-plan, the newly built VIP Terminal at Dubai South saw its first flight take off. The private jet, carrying 13 passengers, was an important milestone for Dubai’s aviation history, as Khalifa Al Zaffin,…

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Creative art pieces on display at Doha’s Hamad International Airport

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, HE Mr. Akbar Al Baker spoke about the importance of art and its influence throughout the development phases of Doha’s Hamad International Airport at the annual New York Times ‘Art for Tomorrow’ conference at the W Hotel in Doha. H.E. Mr. Al Baker shared the creative vision and importance of the iconic art pieces purposefully selected and positioned across the various nodes…

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Doha's Hamad International Airport launches new App

With a simple scan of the boarding pass and opt-in for location detection, the app provides real-time information about flight status, baggage claim, time and direction to boarding gates and food, beverage and retail offers from Qatar Duty Free. To ensure that customers benefit from the best deals, the app alerts the user when walking past outlets with ongoing promotions.

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British Airways opens lounge at Dubai International

British Airways has unveiled its prestigious new lounge at the newly built Concourse D in Dubai International Airport. The lounge has been designed to maximise space using architectural elements such as illuminated glass screens giving customers separate spaces to work, relax or dine, creating a calm and relaxing environment. The new premium lounge has a large framed wall mirror that reflects the stunning…

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Dubai International holds international airport top spot

Dubai International retained its position as the world’s number one hub for international passengers by registering annual traffic of just over 78 million in 2015, according to a traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports. Boosted by the growth of some 100 airlines that connect Dubai International to more than 240 destinations around the world, most notably Emirates and flydubai, annual passenger…

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Qatar Duty Free welcomes the festive season with Dolce&Gabbana display

Qatar Duty Free welcomes the festive season with the installation of a spectacular Dolce&Gabbana display featuring a larger-than-life snow globe at Hamad International Airport (HIA). The snow globe, at four metres high, is the centrepiece of a display showcasing Dolce&Gabbana’s luxurious products, and celebrates the launch of their newest fragrance for men, The One Royal Night. It will be on display until 14…

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flydubai begins operations at Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Selected flydubai flights to and from Dubai now operate into and out of Al Maktoum International-Dubai World Central (DWC). The following destinations operate into and out of Al Maktoum International (DWC): Amman Beirut Doha Kathmandu Kuwait Flights to these destinations will also continue to be available to and from Terminal 2 at Dubai International Airport (DXB), so check your flight schedules…

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Dubai International Airport records highest ever monthly traffic

Dubai International registered the highest monthly traffic in its 55-year history with 7.2 million passengers in August. According to the latest traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports, traffic at the world’s number one hub for international passengers reached 7,282,256, up 9.5 per cent from 6,648,058 recorded during the same month in 2014. The year to date traffic totalled 52,264,223, up…

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Orlando Airport to add prayer room ahead of Emirates arrival

Orlando International Airport will introduce a Muslim prayer room in time for Emirates Airline’s nonstop flights in and out of Orlando. The airport will spend close to $250,000 to build the 4,000 square foot prayer room, which is set to open for Emirates’ inaugural flight on September 1. The room will also feature an ablution area, carry-on-luggage bins and shoe racks, as well as directional signs for the…

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Stockholm Arlanda Airport installs weather simulator

Are you one of those people who just refuse to trust weather apps and assume the weather at the desired destination ’won’t be that bad’ - only to find that you were so very wrong? Well, Sweden’s got your problem solved. From now until the end of August 2015, travelers can step into a shiny booth that uses live data around the planet to stimulate a variety of weather environments. That’s right, you can stick…

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Dubai Airport braces for busiest travel day

If you are planning to travel out from Dubai airport between Thursday, December 18 and Monday December 22, 2014, you should prepare for long lines and possible delays. December 19 2014 is expected to be the busiest day for travel at Dubai Airport. The Dubai Airport authorities are advising passengers to leave home at least three hours before the departure of the flight. Try to reach the airport early and say…

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The Airport Frustration Index?

If you are a frequent flyer you may have encountered several frustrating aspects of your airport experience. The first one is getting there. Many airports are far and expensive to get to - not counting the time it takes to get there. Once you are at an airport you may want to use their rest rooms and these can be irritatingly unclean. Exorbitantly priced food outlets at airports are another worry. Airport…

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London Heathrow starts Ebola screening

The UK health authorities have started Ebola screening of passengers arriving at Heathrow airport. While there are no direct flights into Heathrow from Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea, where Ebola has killed more than 4,000 people, passengers who are coming from these countries will be subjected to strict screening. Air France, Royal Air Maroc and Brussels Airlines are the only airlines that fly out of the…

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Queen opens new Terminal 2 | Queen's Terminal at London Heathrow

Her Majesty the Queen of England inaugurated the new £2.5 billion Terminal 2 at London's Heathrow airport on Monday, June 23 2014. This is part of an £11 billion investment in the upgradation of one of the world's busiest airports. The new Terminal 2 has been renamed The Queen's Terminal and when fully functional will have the capacity to cater to over 30 million passengers every year. The original Terminal 2…

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Heathrow Airport opens gates to new Terminal 2

The gates of the sparkling new Heathrow Airport terminal will open this week, capping off an £11 billion investment over the last decade. Terminal 2, or The Queen’s Terminal, will become home to 26 airlines, 23 of which are Star Alliance members, and can handle 20 million passengers. When fully operational, the terminal will operate 332 daily flights to 54 global destinations. On Wednesday, flyers…

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Dubai Airport runway repair affects flights

More than 600 flights a week will be diverted to the new Al Maktoum International - Dubai World Central (DWC) airport in Jebel Ali, because of the runway repairs and renovation taking place at Dubai International Airport. From May 1 to July 20 2014 several airlines including Malaysia Airlines, Royal Brunei Airlines and Yemenia Airlines will be shifting to DWC. flydubai will be shifting some of its flights to DWC…

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Iraq airports closing during elections

The Iraqi Government has announced that all airports in Iraqi will be closed between 1.00am on 29 April to 7.00pm on 30 April due to the Iraqi election. To ensure the safety of its passengers and crew, Etihad Airways has made changes to its published flight schedule. The following Etihad Airways flights to Baghdad, Basra and Erbil have been cancelled: BAGHDAD (BGW) 29 April: EY555 Abu Dhabi -…

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