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Global air travel faced major disruption on June 13 as escalating conflict between Israel and Iran led to the cancellation or diversion of hundreds of flights across Europe and the Middle East. According to Eurocontrol, approximately 1,800 flights were affected by mid-morning,
Emirates has entered into an interline partnership with Bahamasair, the national flag carrier of The Bahamas, under a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement aims to streamline travel for passengers connecting between the Emirates network and destinations across The
The European Union recorded an all-time high in tourism in 2024, surpassing 3 billion nights spent at tourist accommodation establishments, according to Eurostat. This milestone represents a 2.2% increase compared to 2023, adding 65.4 million overnight stays, with a particularly
The number of aircraft operated by South Korean airlines reached a record high of 416 in 2024, according to data submitted to Rep. Lee Yeon-hee of the Democratic Party. This marks the highest figure since the country first registered a
Egypt welcomed 15.7 million tourists in 2024, achieving a record for inbound tourism despite ongoing geopolitical challenges in the region, according to Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities. The announcement came during Fathy’s participation in a meeting of the
Emirates has introduced its first Airbus A350 into commercial service, marking a pivotal expansion of its fleet. The inaugural flight departed from Dubai International Airport to Edinburgh, signaling the beginning of the airline’s deployment of the advanced aircraft. The new
The number of foreign visitors to Japan has surpassed 33 million in the first 11 months of 2024, setting a new annual record, according to data released by the Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO). This milestone reflects a strong rebound
Air Arabia has announced the launch of a new route connecting Sharjah International Airport and Sochi International Airport in Russia. The non-stop service will commence on June 27, 2025, operating with a frequency of three flights per week. The addition
Etihad Airways has inaugurated its new service to Nairobi, further extending its international network and underscoring its role in connecting key global destinations. The maiden flight, which operated on Sunday from Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport, highlights the airline’s strategic
Air Arabia has announced the addition of Tashkent, Uzbekistan, to its growing network of destinations served from Ras Al Khaimah. Beginning December 27, 2024, the airline will operate a weekly direct flight connecting Ras Al Khaimah International Airport with Islam