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Starting in September 2026, the UAE airline will operate two daily flights to DMK Airport in Bangkok, marking its fourth destination in Aoutheast Asia

Valentine’s weekend is driving a surge in travel worldwide, with couples flocking to romantic European cities like Paris, Venice, and Rome, as well as sun-soaked destinations including Bali, the Maldives, Dubai, and the Caribbean

AirAsia X will connect Kuala Lumpur, Bahrain, and London Gatwick from June 26, 2026, making Bahrain its first strategic hub outside Asia. The launch will deepen international collaborations and position the Kingdom as a developing gateway between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe

Special refreshments in all classes, luxurious rosé champagne in premium classes, pink desserts in Dubai lounges, and romantic content in the entertainment system: the airline celebrates February 14 in a festive atmosphere in the air and on the ground

Scandinavian airline SAS is adding Dubai, Phuket, and Krabi flights for winter 2026-27, marking its return to the UAE after 15 years. The airline's flagship fleet will also be strengthened with two of the most advanced aircraft in the world

A new bilateral interline agreement between Emirates and Air Peace will allow passengers to single-ticket flights, direct baggage transfers throughout selected routes, and connections to additional destinations in West Africa via Dubai and London

The wide-body aircraft will fly to Dubai on a daily basis, in what is considered a strategic move by the company to increase market share on the popular route. The switch from the Boeing 777-300ER will trigger a seat 78% increase

Members of the Dubai-based luxury airline's loyalty club, Emirates Skywards, will be able to redeem points for flights on low-cost carrier Jet2, which flies to popular destinations across Europe, the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands

Emirates' project, which will be built in Dubai Investment Park, will include a dedicated residential complex for approximately 12,000 flight attendants and will be launched in the second quarter of 2026. Plans include spacious rooms, gyms, restaurants, and clinics, with a clear emphasis on a healthy lifestyle

After about a year of trials and thousands of test rides, Singapore's Changi Airport has begun operating its first fleet of driverless baggage handling vehicles between terminals. Dubai launched a similar system last summer

Dubai has launched a 100% rebate on municipality fees and Tourism Dirham for two years to attract hotel investments in emerging areas

Dubai launches Founders HQ under the D33 Program, aiming to create 30 unicorns, support 400 SMEs, and position Dubai as a global innovation hub

Emirates' new luxury training center in Dubai will teach the 'Art of Service' to 25,000 flight attendants, from four-course gourmet meals in a mock airplane kitchen to communication skills

Using the award-winning 'Mahboub' chatbot, residents and visitors can easily report public transport infrastructure issues—from traffic lights to bus stops directly through WhatsApp

Starting December 1, 2025, for just three months, Austrian Airlines will relaunch direct flights to Dubai as part of an experimental initiative called the "Dubai Deal." The company will offer five weekly flights at unprecedented prices to test a new model aimed at travelers seeking affordable winter vacations

Stay three nights in Dubai or Budapest, and Al Habtoor rewards you with a complimentary suite night in the other city

Early results from one of the world’s largest reef initiatives show a 10% rise in biodiversity and 800% increase in fish biomass, as thousands of reef modules are deployed across Dubai’s coastline

The elegant Polo Bar at Dubai's Al Habtoor Palace enters Forbes' 2025 Star Bars list

Endless Excitement Awaits in Dubai

The airline announces an extension of its Diamond Elite partnership with the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), representing over 90% of the global fleet. This move positions Dubai as a key global center for cruise tourism and enhances Emirates' presence in the cruise market