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As normality returns to Egypt and Tunisia, UNWTO welcomes efforts by national authorities to restore confidence among tourists and by foreign governments to update travel advisories accordingly. Tourism is a central component of both countries’ economies and, as tourists begin to return, can play an important role in overall economic recovery. As the situation in both Egypt and Tunisian returns to normal,…
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts ("Fairmont") and Business Gate announced the signing of their agreement for Fairmont to manage a new 287-room luxury hotel and 4,000 square meter convention centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia slated to open late 2012. Located just north of the city, Fairmont Riyadh, Business Gate will be part of a new mixed-use development project comprising the hotel, a convention centre and…
Doha, QATAR – Qatar Airways is building up its presence in northern England with the addition of a second daily flight to Manchester, effective June 1. Introducing double daily services will give passengers greater choice to travel onto a wider range of flights operated by Qatar Airways across the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, Far East and Australia via the airline’s operational hub of Doha. Designed to…
Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has bucked the trend of the recent recession by announcing 2010 as its most successful year to date, with outstanding performances in many areas of the airline’s business operations. • Cargo revenues have increased by 238% • Air cargo has increased by 99% • Revenues have increased by 51% • The number of passengers carried…
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the world's largest indoor theme park, marks 100 days of operation today. The Park opened its doors to the public on 4 November 2010 and has since welcomed hundreds of thousands of guests. "After 100 days of operation, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has exceeded all our expectations, reaffirming its position as an iconic experience in Abu Dhabi," said Claus…
An earthquake measuring 6.3 on the Richter scale devasted numerous buildings in Christchurch, New Zealand on Tuesday afternoon. Over 100 people are feared dead. Christchurch airport has been closed and a state of emergency has been declared. Emirates Airlines flies daily to Christchurch via Bangkok and Sydney but has canceled its flights due to the earthquake. All passengers should check with their airline if…
Irhal.com advises travelers planning to visit Libya at the moment, to do so with extreme caution. Violent clashes between protesters and security forces are continuing throughout the country, including in Tripoli. Spontaneous demonstrations, violence, and looting are possible throughout the next several days. Smaller protests were staged Saturday night on the outskirts of the capital Tripoli, a stronghold…
Succulent beef, flavourful cold-water lobster and irresistible ice cream are just some of the high quality ingredients coming straight from the shores of New Zealand direct to the UAE’s hotels, retail outlets and restaurants. To celebrate New Zealand’s wealth of first-class ingredients and growing presence in the UAE professional food industry, an exclusive event, ‘Taste New Zealand’ is being held on…
International urban skills Formula Drift drivers Michael Essa and Tony Brakiohapa surprised and amazed the crowed of the Friday Al Jazeera V. Al Sharjah football match as they exited the Mohamed Bin Zayed stadium in Abu Dhabi. Both drivers showcased their exceptional skills in a live drifting demonstration session just outside the football stadium, performing expert manoeuvres with remarkable precision and…
The Grand Prix 2 Asia Series race in Bahrain has been canceled amid anti-government protests that have left four dead overnight — less than a month before the season-opening Formula One race at the same circuit. The Bahrain Grand Prix was scheduled for March 13, with F1 workers due to be in the country 10 days earlier. In a statement Thursday on the GP2 website, organizers say the race slated for Friday…
Protesters in Bahrain clashed with police on Thursday while military tanks drove in to Pearl Square - the site of violent demonstrations on Wednesday - and began to clear out the area. Several people were killed and many injured. In view of continuing unrest in Bahrain it is advisable to avoid travel to the country. The protests in Bahrain are a continuation of a series of civilian outpourings against…
In a robust move, Boutique 1, the Middle East's ultimate fashion and lifestyle destination, is actively targeting the United Arab Emirates inbound tourism sector for 2011. Recognised for housing some of the world's most coveted designers from around the globe, the Boutique 1 brand is renowned for personalised service, exclusivity and luxury, and is positioning itself as a strategic partner with an exclusive range…
Fly Ryanair one way for only 6 pounds for travel between March - 14th of April. Bookings can be made until midnight Thursday. Fly from the UK to Dublin, Nantes, Milan, Venice and more. Fares do not include optional fees and charges. For bookings and more information visit the Ryanair website.
Details of Sydney's most exciting waterfront developments for conferences, conventions and incentive travel worth more than $7 billion - Barangaroo, the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre and Star City Casino - were revealed today at the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Expo (AIME) 2011 in Melbourne. Barangaroo is a rare and exciting opportunity to transform 22 hectares of former wharves and…
One to One Hotel, The Village is offering special room rates and dining discounts for the month of March. Weekend room rates start at AED 345 per person. Business Lunch Deals:Snack on cracking deals during business hours. Spend AED58 for Lebanese Lunch at Sahriye. Includes an appetizer, main course & dessert. Or AED99 for South East Fusion Lunch at Wokcano. Includes an appetizer, main course & dessert. Or…
For its eighth edition, the Dubai International Film Festival will host a special focus on Germany, reinforcing the cultural and business connections between the Arab world and the European nation, the DIFF team announced at the 61st Berlin International Film Festival today. DIFF 2011 will be held from December 7 to 14 this year. In addition to showcasing contemporary German cinema and talent, the In Focus:…
James Courtney has made a stunning comeback at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, winning Race 2 of the V8 Supercars Championship. The reigning V8 Supercars Champion, driving for the Toll Holden Racing Team, used a superior fuel strategy to secure his first win for the factory Holden team in one of the most enthralling races in recent memory. After being penalised 50 points…
Arabian Travel Market, the leading travel exhibition in the Middle East, has seen strong demand for exhibition space ahead of this year’s event, particularly from companies within the UAE. Both Dubai and Abu Dhabi experienced ongoing growth in visitor numbers over 2010, with this set to continue throughout 2011 and beyond. According to the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, the number of…
