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For the second year in a row, Singapore’s Changi Airport has been named the best airport in the world by millions of international flyers for features like tropical rooftop gardens, movie theaters, Jacuzzi and free foot massages. The Singapore airport beat 410 hubs around the world to take the top spot at the World Airport Awards. The awards were based on 12.85 million customer nominations across 110…
After 3 days of flight-cancelling chaos, normal operations have finally resumed at Abu Dhabi International Airport. The disruption was as a result of a technical problem that caused all flights to Abu Dhabi International Airport either being cancelled or diverted to other places in the region. Etihad Airways issued the following statement this morning: Etihad Airways flights are operating as normal this…
Majority of passengers stranded in Abu Dhabi following the failure on Thursday of an airport landing system have now been accommodated on alternative flights. Airlines continue to reschedule some long haul flights to ensure that passengers flying via Abu Dhabi this evening, and in coming days, can connect with onward services to their final destinations. The priority over the last 48 hours has been to…
(Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 13 2014) - Passengers traveling through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport can avoid diet turbulence and fuel their bodies with the right nutrients thanks to the healthy offerings available at any DFW restaurant. The Airport has launched a marketing campaign entitled “Eat Healthy at DFW” to support the effort of DFW concessionaires in providing healthy eating…
A small airport at the tip of Northern Norway has launched the world’s first dog-sledding taxi service in a bid to attract more interest to the area. Instead of a cab or a stretch limo, passengers arriving at the Kirkenes Airport can hop on a Husky-pulled sled to the Kirkenes Snowhotel. During the 45-minute trek, guests are given a scenic tour of the Nordic surroundings, reported English-language…
Basel Aero, a part of Russia’s largest industrial diversified group Basic Element, announces that Sochi International Airport, a main gateway of the 22nd Winter Olympic Games, served over 17,200 Olympic guests and participants on the peak days, Feb 6-7. Over 8,500 passengers arrived at the Sochi International Airport on February 6, on the eve of the Olympics’ kickoff. On the day of the opening ceremony,…
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) announces the opening of the Crowne Plaza® JFK Airport New York City hotel. The property has undergone a significant multi-million dollar renovation funded by ERG JFK Hotel, LLC, featuring a unique interior design with runway murals on the lobby ceilings, guest room carpets and accent walls, and a modern glass design for the exterior façade. Located at 138-10 135th…
Airport management at Dubai International airport states they will not suffer from capacity constraints in 2014, after witnessing record numbers of passenger traffic in 2013. Last year, 66.43 million passengers passed through Dubai International airport, surpassing the 65.4 million figure forecast by the Dubai Airports management. There have been concerns that if passenger traffic were to grow by the…
NAIROBI DECEMBER 5, 2013 - President Uhuru Kenyatta has today commissioned the construction of a new US$654 million terminal at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, which is expected to upgrade it to world-class status. Construction of the new state-of-the-art facility will begin immediately, and the two-phased construction work is expected to be complete by 2017. Upon completion, it will have capacity…
Dubai Airport is all decked up to celebrate the UAE National Day which is officially on December 2 but is being celebrated with public sector closure on December 1 and 2. The Expo2020 win has augmented this year's jubilation and the national colors of the flag with the Expo2020 logo are emblazoned everywhere. At Dubai Airport a stall has been set up with Emirati products on display. A bevy of Emirates air…
A security high alert has been announced at Heathrow Airport as there is a threat of an Al Qaeda attack. The perpetrator is feared to be a woman and according to some reports it is believed that females with breast implants may try to smuggle explosives in their implants. Gives new meaning to the word, "bombshell!" In view of the threat, major delays are expected on all flights out of Heathrow Airport -…
The Eid al Fitr holiday rush has begun! Emirates Airline has asked passengers to reach the airport early to avoid missing their flight. Dubai Airport is already experiencing tremendous growth in passenger traffic - with over 5 million passengers passing thru the airport every month since the last seven months - and during the Eid holiday a spike in traffic is expected. While the Eid holiday starts from August 7…
Gatwick Airport has reported an increase of 4.2 per cent in turnover for the year to March 31st, up to £539 million. Combined with continued “careful cost management”, this resulted a 2.5 per cent increase in EBITDA, to £227 million, although a loss in the financial year of £29 million reflects the asset-intensive nature of the business and the continued investment being made across the airport, Gatwick…
(Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 24 2013) – Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport celebrated the grand opening of the Airport’s first Minute Suites® location, an around-the-clock nap center for passengers to relax, conduct business or sleep in a private suite available by the hour. The first of two Minute Suites® centers planned for DFW officially opened today in Terminal D near gate D23 with nine sleep…
Due to increased passenger traffic at Doha International Airport (DIA) during the upcoming summer holidays, passengers travelling at peak times of the day are advised to arrive at the airport at least four hours before their flight to avoid unnecessary delays. With schools already beginning to break up for the summer holidays, the airport anticipates a very busy travel period over the next few weeks.…
Aviation passengers across Europe are set to face a week of disruption after air traffic controllers in France announced they would strike for three days. Beginning tomorrow, all airlines in France have been asked to cancel half of their planned schedules, while all flights through French airspace are likely to be disrupted. The action will start at 06:00 French local time tomorrow and continue until…
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched a Meet & Greet service for guests arriving on Etihad Airways flights at Abu Dhabi International Airport. The service can be booked up to 48 hours before travel and is designed to make it easy and quick to collect luggage and pass through Abu Dhabi immigration and customs. The Silver Package includes a personal welcome on…
Abu Dhabi International Airport has installed the world’s first ‘GoSleep’ sleeping pods which allow passengers to grab a few hours sleep between flights. Ten sleeping pods have now been installed in Terminal 3 and in the Al Dhabi Lounge in Terminal 1 at Abu Dhabi International Airport, with a further 35 on order for installation later this year. The stylish, Finnish designed sleeping pods feature a…
