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Air India Express rolls out Dh1 for 10 kg baggage deal

Promotion valid for bookings until Oct 31 for travel through November across GCC routes

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The extra baggage must be purchased at the time of booking the ticket and cannot be added after the ticket has been issued.

Inside the world’s only flying eye hospital

Meet the mechanics, volunteers who keep the mobile hospital airborne globally

Globally, an estimated 1.1 billion people live with vision loss, of which 90% live in low-and-middle-income countries. The Flying Eye Hospital was created to help close this gap.

New trend alert: Gulf travellers opt for ‘Whycations’

Hilton report reveals UAE, Saudi residents lead global trend for 'Whycations'

A file photo of visitors at the Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton. More UAE travellers are seeking culturally immersive experiences.

9-day holiday next week: Are UAE residents travelling?

Gitex Global and Diwali timing create mixed signals for October break booking

The flights are refueling, and UAE residents wanting to take a short break are making a return. The upcoming mid-term break and the long December vacation could be decisive in keeping the travel recovery gains on the higher side.

Riyadh Air just announced its launch route

The PIF-owned airline startup will embark on its maiden journey on October 26

Riyadh Air to operate daily passenger launch flights to London Heathrow on October 26.

Dubai's Al Maktoum airport rises as DXB nears capacity

We are working very hard on technology that will speed people through airports, says CEO

The new terminal will ultimately enable Al Maktoum airport to scale up passenger capacity to 260 million annually and fully absorb Dubai International Airport’s operations in 10 years.

Dubai drone delivery to cover 70% of city by 2030

Air taxi services set for 2026 launch as emirate prepares regulatory framework for eVTOLs

The initiative is part of UAE's aggressive push towards new modes of transportation, including drones and flying cars, to reduce traffic congestion and embrace cutting-edge technology, positioning the emirate as a pioneer in smart mobility solutions.

Check out Emirates smart tunnels, voice check-in at DXB

Airline introduces assistive features across immigration, check-in and onboard experience

An Emirates cabin crew member showcases the upgraded Smart Tunnel camera feature at the AccessAbilities Expo.

Israel absent from Dubai Airshow 2025: Organisers

Defence sector to dominate 40-50% of exhibition, with 98 countries and 20 pavilions

Visitors at the Dubai Airshow 2021 at Dubai World Central. Picture used for illustrative purposes only.

UAE, France discuss boosting aviation cooperation

Minister meets French aviation chief in Paris to explore new collaboration opportunities

Officials agreed to continue joint efforts and explore new collaboration opportunities, with both sides recognising aviation as crucial to broader economic and tourism development.

Dubai Airports to become world’s most inclusive by 2035

Ambitious long-term plan targets full accessibility across DXB and DWC

Dubai Airports sets 2035 vision for fully accessible terminals

Dubai expects a record winter with surge in bookings

Dubai welcomed 9.88 million visitors in first half of 2025, up 6% as projections hit 22mn

International tourists are forecast to spend $62.2 billion during their visits this year, up from $59.2 billion in 2024, according to the WTTC.

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