Emirates to launch third daily Brisbane service 

Emirates has announced it will introduce a third daily service to Brisbane, Australia from 1 December 2017, complementing Emirates’ existing two daily services.

Emirates SkyCargo and Cargolux announce landmark cargo partnership agreement

Emirates SkyCargo and Cargolux Airlines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a strategic operational partnership in air cargo transportation. 

Kuwait Airways 777-ER fleet to be in commercial service by 3Q17

Kuwait Airways, the national carrier of the State of Kuwait, welcomed its seventh Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, at Kuwait International Airport.

Emirates returns with signature Iftar service for Ramadan

Emirates’ signature Iftar service for customers during Ramadan is expected to commence on May 27 to coincide with the start of the holy month. 

Swiss Institute amongst global finalists at World Tourism Forum

The World Tourism Forum is the leading interactive platform in the industry, where CEOs, ministers, academia, finance, start-ups, the next generation and young talents gather to address the future challenges of travel, tourism and hospitality industry with the aim of shaping a more sustainable future.

Hemas Cash Back VAT reclaim service helps travellers transform trash into cash

Hemas Travels, the local representative for Hogg Robinson Group (HRG), the global travel management company with representation in over 120 countries, has been appointed the official representative for the Cash Back

Sooriya Resort & Spa - Latest addition to Sri Lanka’s luxury hotels

Set on a hillock in a picture-perfect destination on the south-eastern coast of Sri Lanka, Sooriya Resort & Spa is a new four-star class deluxe hotel where the pristine golden beaches and diversity of wildlife meets to offer peace, tranquility and harmony to its guests.

Study on promoting IP’s role in Sri Lanka’s tourism sector nears finalization

A comprehensive study on promoting awareness on the role of Intellectual Property (IP) in promoting tourism-related economic activities and culture of the country is nearing finalization in consultation with the national steering committee chaired by Secretary Ministry of Tourism and WIPO experts. 

Laya Safari - Yala, a true trail into nature

For unbeatable access to the world-renown Yala National Park, there is no better place to stay than Laya Safari, a true trail into the nature as well as the sand, sea, surf and sacred sites that borders Sri Lanka’s virtually untouched jungle heritage.  

MyFare.lk relaunches website with focus on customer-centric service excellence

Online outbound travel plan and management portal, www.MyFare.lk recently re-launched its website in a bid to add more value to customer experience and enhance service excellence. 

Mobitel air ticketing service allows customers to book airline tickets via mobiles

The national mobile service provider Mobitel empowers its customers yet again with a revolutionary mobile air ticketing facility, which enables them to book airline tickets through Mobitel itself, creating history as the first telco to achieve this accreditation locally to pioneer air ticketing services  through a telco. 

Emirates goes all A380 to Melbourne

Emirates will provide an all-A380 service from Melbourne when it upgrades its third daily flight from the Australian city, EK408 and EK409, from a Boeing 777-300ER to an A380 operation.

‘Gulf Air Holidays’ set for take-off

As Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier, prepares to launch its dedicated holidays unit ‘Gulf Air Holidays’ this summer, the airline has appointed online travel booking company ‘Ezeego1.com’ as the Gulf Air Holidays back-end service provider. 

SriLankan hosts IATA training conference in Colombo

The education and training arm of the national carrier, SriLankan Aviation College (SLAC), will be hosting the latest International Air Transport Association (IATA) Global Training Partner Conference beginning today.

SilkAir to improve SilkAir Studio with wider array of inflight entertainment options

SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, announced an upgrade to its inflight entertainment system, SilkAir Studio, which allows passengers travelling onboard SilkAir flights to enjoy a greater array of international movies, television shows and music streamed directly onto their personal device via inflight Wi-Fi. 

Laya Safari provides one of a kind experience

For unbeatable access to the world-renown Yala National Park, there is no better place to stay than Laya Safari, a true trail into the nature as well as the sand, sea, surf and sacred sites that borders Sri Lanka’s virtually untouched jungle heritage.  

Jet Airways’ JetEscapes Holidays offer unforgettable summer getaways to 69 destinations

 With the onset of the holiday season, JetEscapes Holidays from Jet Airways,  India’s full-service, premier international airline announced its latest line-up of brand new, all-inclusive holiday options for 2017 summer season.

Gulf Air renews IOSA certification

Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier has successfully completed the internationally recognized, biennial IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) and has been renewed on the IOSA Safety Audit Registry until May 2019, a registry that the airline has been on  since 2005.

Etihad Aviation Group appoints Gavin Halliday as Hala Group MD

Etihad Aviation Group (EAG) announced the appointment of Gavin Halliday as Managing Director of Hala Group, its destination management and global loyalty unit.

Emirates goes all A380 to Spain, introduces second daily flight to Madrid

Emirates has announced that all of its flights to Spain will be operated by the iconic A380.  In addition to the existing double daily A380 service to Barcelona, the airline will operate a double daily A380 service to Madrid, significantly boosting seat capacity from Dubai to Spain. 

Sri Lanka Tourism demonstrates class at ATM

Sri Lanka Tourism, in collaboration with the Sri Lankan Mission in Dubai, participated at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) which concluded recently on a highly successful note. 

Oman Air partners Condé Nast International Luxury Conference 2017 in Muscat

Oman Air, the national carrier for the Sultanate of Oman, was proud to have been the co-lead partner of the Condé Nast International Luxury Conference 2017. 

Singapore Airlines, SilkAir offer attractive fares to selected destinations

Singapore Airlines together with SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines (SIA), is happy to offer attractive Business Class and Economy Class fares to selected destinations to give more reasons for customers to travel to their preferred destinations.

Chena Huts by Uga Escapes recognized by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2017 Hot List

Condé Nast Traveler has announced the winners of its 2017 Hot List with Chena Huts by Uga Escapes recognized as one of the selected winners in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2017 Hot List. 

SriLankan Airlines bags gold at Golden City Gate Awards 2017

Sri Lanka’s national carrier and oneworld member airline, SriLankan Airlines won a Gold Award for its destination video ‘Epic Journey of Sri Lanka on SriLankan Airlines’ at the Golden City Gate Awards Ceremony at ITB Berlin recently.

Dr. Damian Fernando takes over reins as NKAR Travels COO

Tourism economist Dr. Damian Fernando has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer of NKAR Travels & Tours (Pvt) Ltd to lead its Inbound Department, replacing the former COO- Ravi Subramaniam.

Emirates wins big at Business Traveller Awards

Emirates’ focus on meeting and exceeding customer expectations both in the air and on the ground were recognized recently with four accolades at the ‎Business Traveller Middle East 2017 Awards. At a ceremony attended by key travel industry executives, Emirates was crowned ‘Best Airline Worldwide’. It was also named ‘Airline with the Best First Class’, ‘Airline with the Best First Class Lounge’ and &ls

Gulf Air on track for first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner delivery

Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier, is gearing up for the arrival of the airline’s first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft which will be delivered to Gulf Air in April 2018 and will operate the airline’s long haul routes, gradually replacing its Airbus A330s. 

Oman Air reveals Annual Financial Report for year 2016

Oman Air has recently published its annual report for 2016 that reflects the accomplishments achieved by the company, in addition to the outstanding efforts and the successful approach towards the development of all aspects of its operations in order to continue the company’s growth and successes. 

PATA Annual Summit in May at Jetwing Blue, Negombo

With the theme of ‘Disruption. Innovation. Transformation: The Future of Tourism’, the PATA Annual Summit will take place from May 18 to 21, 2017, at Jetwing Blue, Negombo.