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Resorts World Cruises, the luxury cruise line known for its regional expertise, marked a major milestone with its first sailing from Dubai aboard the Resorts World One. The 1,800-passenger ship, now operating from Port Rashid Cruise Terminal 2, will offer three weekly voyages connecting Dubai to various Gulf destinations. The inaugural journey, which departed…

Etihad Airways has reintroduced its Airbus A380 service on the Abu Dhabi to Paris route, adding increased capacity and premier inflight experiences for travelers between the UAE and France. The iconic A380, the largest passenger aircraft in operation, returns with Etihad’s renowned premium offerings. Highlights include The Residence—an exclusive three-room suite—as well as The…

Emirates is thrilled to bring back its beloved My Emirates Pass, offering passengers exclusive deals and discounts across hundreds of venues in Dubai and the UAE. Promotion Period:Starting today through the end of March, My Emirates Pass allows travelers to use their boarding passes to unlock amazing savings at a variety of locations. From…

In a major advancement for travelers from the Middle East and Asia, Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport has launched a U.S. preclearance facility in partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Etihad Airways. This new facility allows travelers to complete U.S. customs, immigration, and agriculture inspections before they even depart for the…

Etihad Airways recently announced the cancellation of certain flights between Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI), affecting select routes from October 30 to November 2, 2024. Passengers traveling between the UAE and Kuwait will see temporary disruptions, specifically impacting flights EY 651 from Abu Dhabi to Kuwait and EY 652…

In a candid interview, Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi addressed the recent visa challenges faced by Pakistanis traveling to the UAE. Speaking on the sidelines of GITEX GLOBAL 2024 in Dubai, Tirmizi recognized the hurdles Pakistanis are encountering, acknowledging “some improvement, but not a lot” in visa rejections, even as the UAE’s amnesty program ends…

As the UAE’s visa amnesty program closed on October 31, a surge of overstaying foreigners and expats lined up to regularize their status or exit the country to avoid hefty overstay fines. Local typing centers, authorized to handle amnesty applications, were inundated with applicants on the final day. “We’ve been assisting over 300 people…

Indian travelers with valid tourist visas to the US, UK, or EU now qualify for a convenient visa-on-arrival option in the UAE, opening up new travel possibilities beyond the popular city of Dubai. With a notable rise in international travel among Indians, there’s a growing trend to explore destinations beyond borders. Statistics reveal that…

Due to overwhelming demand, the UAE has extended its visa amnesty period to December 31, allowing overstayers more time to resolve their visa status without penalties. Why the Extension? The extension was granted after officials saw a surge in the number of individuals seeking to regularize their stay. Maj Gen Suhail Saeed Al Khaili,…