Category : Travel
Global air passenger demand grows 5 percent in May says IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported steady growth in global air travel demand for May 2025, with international passenger traffic showing notable gains despite regional variations. According to IATA’s latest data release, total global passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), increased by 5.0 percent compared to......
Sochi becomes sixth Russian city served by Air Arabia
Air Arabia, the largest low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, has officially launched its new direct service to Sochi, Russia. The inaugural flight marks an expansion of the airline’s growing network in Russia, providing six weekly flights from Sharjah International Airport to the popular Black Sea resort city.......
US tourism faces global backlash and $12.5B in losses
The United States tourism sector is facing an acute international backlash in 2025, as a combination of foreign government travel warnings, mass civil protests, and a deteriorating global perception converge to produce a projected loss exceeding $12.5 billion in international tourism revenue. Warnings issued by key governments including Canada, the UK, China, and Japan, alongside sharp......
Airlines cancel 650 Europe flights amid Middle East unrest
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, including 650 cancellations, significantly impacting passenger movement and airline operations.......
Emirates signs interline deal with Bahamasair for connectivity
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 Bahamas via Florida. The unilateral partnership enables Emirates customers arriving......
EU tourism reaches all-time high with 3 billion nights in 2024
Tourism in the EU exceeded 3 billion nights in 2024, marking a 2.2% increase, with Spain, Italy, and France accounting for most stays....
Korea’s airline industry marks record 416 planes in 2024
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 private aircraft in 1977, a local news agency reported. The data showed......
Air Arabia adds Sochi to its expanding Russia network
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 of Sochi marks the sixth Russian city served directly by Air......
Air Arabia adds Uzbekistan’s Tashkent to growing UAE network
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 Karimov Tashkent International Airport. This latest expansion is part of the carrier’s broader......
Fly from Abu Dhabi to Varna with Wizz Air from March next year
MENA Newswire News Desk: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has announced the launch of a new route connecting the UAE capital to Varna, Bulgaria, marking another milestone in its commitment to providing ultra-low-cost travel options. The airline confirmed that flights to the Bulgarian Black Sea city will begin on March 31, 2025, operating three......