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Etihad Rail welcomes the first batches of its new state-of-the-art fleet of trains

Kristin Mariano Aug 25, 2022

Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE National Rail Network, has achieved a new milestone in the development of the National Rail Network, with the arrival of the first batch…

Air

Vistara to fly Mumbai to Abu Dhabi direct from 1 October

Kanchan Nath Aug 24, 2022

The airline will operate daily flights between the two cities using its A320neo aircraft.

Airlines and Aviation

Wizz Air to Russia

Malcolm Ginsberg Aug 15, 2022

Reuters reports that Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, will resume flying to Russia from October later this year. Services are shown on the main Wizz Air website. The airline is 49% owned by Wizz…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways Makes A Record-Breaking First-Half Profit

Joe Cusmano Aug 3, 2022

Etihad Airways published its financial and operational results for the first half of 2022, including a record-breaking core operating profit of US$ 296 million (H1 2021: loss of US$ 392…

Tourism

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi to launch flights to Kuwait and Maldives

Megha Paul Jul 22, 2022

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, said it will launch two new routes from Abu Dhabi to the idyllic island paradise of the Maldives, and the airline’s fifth…

Tourism

Yas Yas Baby! Yas Island brings summer’s new anthem with new campaign

Megha Paul Jul 21, 2022

Celebrating the endless experiences available at the destination, the exciting new campaign calls on holidaymakers to ‘break like they mean it’ at the world-class destination

Global

Abu Dhabi Airport to serve 2.8 million passengers in July and August

Megha Paul Jul 8, 2022

As many as 2.8 million passengers are expected to use AUH during July and August, of which 414,000 will travel between July 7 and 15 for the Eid holidays, Abu Dhabi Airports said

Air

Etihad Airways launches first NFT collection ‘EY-ZERO1’

Megha Paul Jul 7, 2022

A total of 2003 limited-edition collectibles, symbolising the year when Etihad Airways was established, will go on sale on July 21

Air

Etihad expands fast self-service bag drop facilities

Megha Paul Jun 28, 2022

Etihad Airways is expanding its quick self-service bag drop facilities at Abu Dhabi International Airport, providing a faster check-in experience

Air

GO FIRST launches new Kochi – Abu Dhabi route

Megha Paul Jun 27, 2022

This region will strengthen GO FIRST’s international footprint to the Middle East and passengers will be able to experience affordable travel experience

Air

Etihad Airways returns to London Heathrow Terminal 4

Megha Paul Jun 20, 2022

Etihad is returning to Terminal 4 following a temporary home at Terminals 2 & 3 during the pandemic

Hospitality

Abu Dhabi and Dubai hotels top 2019 Eid performance

Megha Paul May 19, 2022

Abu Dhabi and Dubai hotels recorded occupancy and average daily rate (ADR) that exceeded the 2019 Eid al-Fitr comparables, according to preliminary data from STR

Tourism

DCT Abu Dhabi and Miral launch new Saadiyat Island strategy

Megha Paul May 16, 2022

Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, have unveiled Saadiyat Island’s new vision,…

Eturbo News

United Arab Emirates President and Emir of Abu Dhabi dies

Harry Johnson May 14, 2022

United Arab Emirates President and Emir of Abu Dhabi dies - Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported that Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has died, the Emir of Abu Dhabi and the President of…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways unveils new sustainability-driven Economy experience

Kristin Mariano May 13, 2022

Etihad Airways has unveiled its new Economy class soft furnishings and tableware which will be launched on board in the fourth quarter of the year.

Eturbo News

Abu Dhabi Tourism new open door to the world

Harry Johnson May 12, 2022

Abu Dhabi Tourism new open door to the world - The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has signed a strategic partnership with Trip.com Group, a leading…

Tourism

Abu Dhabi Tourism’s new head to boost portfolio offerings

Megha Paul May 10, 2022

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the appointment of Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry as Director General for Tourism

Airlines and Aviation

Travel with a smaller footprint: Trip.com and Etihad offer travellers free flight carbon offsetting

Kristin Mariano Apr 29, 2022

To mark Earth Day, Trip.com, the global travel agency, and Etihad, the national airline of the UAE, today launch a month-long Travel with a smaller footprint campaign where Trip.com…

Air

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi’s Chennai flights to be unveiled on 27 April

Megha Paul Apr 15, 2022

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, a low-cost carrier based in the UAE capital, has announced the introduction of a new service to Chennai

Yas Island logs in over 70 million views following launch of ‘Yas Hai Khaas’

Megha Paul Apr 12, 2022

Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s leading leisure and entertainment destinations, partnered with Bollywood superstar, Ranveer Singh, and went viral following the launch of ‘Yas Hai…

Etihad Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350

Joe Cusmano Apr 10, 2022

Etihad Airways debuted its latest Airbus A350-1000, on a special first commercial flight from Abu Dhabi to Paris.

Air

Wizz Air expands network from Abu Dhabi

Megha Paul Apr 7, 2022

Wizz Air has launched new travel opportunities from Abu Dhabi to Budapest, Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Vienna, Katowice, Catania and Bari

Air

Etihad and Abu Dhabi Airports to launch ‘Miles on the Go’

Megha Paul Apr 7, 2022

Abu Dhabi Airports, the owner and operator of the emirate’s five airports, and Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, signed an agreement to launch the “Miles on the Go”

Sustainability50 is here! Etihad Airways adds first Airbus A350 to fleet

Megha Paul Apr 5, 2022

Etihad Airways has unveiled its new Airbus A350-1000, registration A6-XWB, on a special inaugural commercial flight from Abu Dhabi to Paris

Abu Dhabi launches new home for natural history

Megha Paul Mar 30, 2022

Abu Dhabi has unveiled plans for the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, which will feature some of the rarest wonders of natural history ever found

Quarantine Free Travel

UAE drops negative PCR tests for arrivals

Megha Paul Mar 28, 2022

People arriving in the UAE through land points, and regardless of their vaccination status, will no longer have to present a negative pre-arrival PCR test under new rules

Tourism

Yas Island Abu Dhabi unveils Bollywood-themed campaign

Megha Paul Mar 25, 2022

Yas Island Abu Dhabi has launched yet another viral marketing campaign, ‘Yas Hai Khaas’ with Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh, targeting consumers from India

Quarantine Free Travel

Abu Dhabi eases COVID-19 restrictions for inbound travellers

Megha Paul Mar 14, 2022

Abu Dhabi has revised its COVID-19 travel restrictions and protocols following positive indicators that signal the emirate has entered the recovery phase of the pandemic

Etihad unveils new summer flights to Nice

Megha Paul Mar 9, 2022

Etihad Airways has announced a new European destination this summer with the introduction of flights to the French city of Nice from 15 June

Etihad Cuts Losses, Plans A350 Launch In Q2 2022

Joe Cusmano Mar 8, 2022

In 2021, Etihad Airways saw a reduction in losses thanks to its best-ever year for cargo, and it predicts a comeback in tourism in the spring and summer of 2022.

Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi hosts first-ever ‘Batman Run’

Megha Paul Mar 3, 2022

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi will be welcoming superfans of DC’s Batman to its first-ever ‘Batman Run’, on March 5

Air

Etihad logs in strong recovery in passenger operations for 2021

Megha Paul Mar 2, 2022

Etihad Airways has seen a strong recovery in passenger operations for 2021 as it reports its financial results for the year

Etihad Mangrove Forest unveiled to reduce carbon footprint in Abu Dhabi

Megha Paul Feb 28, 2022

Etihad Airways has launched the Etihad Mangrove Forest to provide guests, corporate accounts and partners the option to adopt mangroves in Abu Dhabi to reduce their carbon footprint

Tourism

New visa regime between India and UAE on the anvil

Megha Paul Feb 24, 2022

Business travel between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to change after the two countries agreed to a liberalised visa regime as part of the Comprehensive Economic…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Increases Sydney And Melbourne Flights To Daily

Joe Cusmano Feb 17, 2022

Etihad Airways will increase its Melbourne and Sydney services from five per week to daily starting 27 March 2022, offering 14 weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Australia.

Air

Little VIP! Etihad unveils campaign for young travellers

Megha Paul Feb 17, 2022

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has launched a new experience for families flying with the carrier

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi unveils two routes to Jordan

Megha Paul Feb 10, 2022

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, an ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, has added services to Amman and Aqaba in Jordan

Say Cheese! Hilton unveils innovative Waitographer programme in UAE

Megha Paul Feb 2, 2022

Hilton has launched the Waitographer programme in the UAE to train waiting staff in smartphone photography so they can record guests’ celebrations with sharp images that display the correct…

Quarantine Free Travel

Abu Dhabi releases comprehensive guide for inbound travellers

Kristin Mariano Jan 24, 2022

As cooler temperatures attract more visitors to Abu Dhabi this winter season, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has released a comprehensive guide for…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Launches Green Corporate Rewards Programme

Joe Cusmano Jan 22, 2022

Etihad Airways has launched a new corporate rewards programme focusing on sustainability to support and deliver sustainability objectives for corporate partners through carbon offsetting,…

Vaccination Updates

Abu Dhabi makes booster shots mandatory to enter emirate

Megha Paul Jan 21, 2022

In the face of nationwide surge in coronavirus cases fuelled by the spread of the highly transmissible Omicron variant, Abu Dhabi has announced it will require travellers entering the city…

Drone attack at Abu Dhabi’s new international airport

Megha Paul Jan 19, 2022

A suspected drone attack has been reported at Abu Dhabi’s new International Airport

Etihad Airways kicks off 2022 with new offerings

Megha Paul Jan 11, 2022

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways has launched a global sale with exclusive offers for travellers looking to explore new destinations or visit friends and family overseas in 2022

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad CEO Says Its A380s May Return To The Skies

Joe Cusmano Jan 10, 2022

According to Etihad Airways CEO Tony Douglas, the Airbus A380 may return to the sky if the global pandemic travel recovers rapidly and exceeds pre-pandemic levels.

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad CEO Says Its A380s May Return To The Skies

Joe Cusmano Jan 7, 2022

According to Etihad Airways CEO Tony Douglas, the Airbus A380 may return to the sky if the global pandemic travel recovers rapidly and exceeds pre-pandemic levels.

Tourism

UAE bans international travel for non-vaccinated from 10 January

Megha Paul Jan 3, 2022

United Arab Emirates has announced a travel ban on its citizens unvaccinated against coronavirus disease (Covid-19), starting January 10

Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi brings Gotham City Skate this festive season

Megha Paul Dec 24, 2021

For the first time ever, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi welcomes guests and families to skate their way in the streets of Gotham City this festive season

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways launches Green Loyalty Programme

Joe Cusmano Dec 13, 2021

Ten days after Qantas launched the world first green flyers initiative, Etihad Guest has launched a series of sustainability-focused initiatives to reward members for making “green”…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad could scrap Airbus, Boeing aircraft orders

Joe Cusmano Nov 24, 2021

Etihad Airways’ chief executive indicated on Wednesday that the carrier might cancel billions of dollars in aircraft orders with Airbus and Boeing, saying the airline has some time before…

The new Etihad’s business class suites

Joe Cusmano Nov 22, 2021

Etihad Airways flew one of its Airbus A350-1000s to the Dubai Airshow to showcase the carrier’s new business class product.

World’s first Warner Bros hotel opens doors in Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island

Megha Paul Nov 22, 2021

First ever Warner Bros. themed hotel, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, has officially opened its doors to guests

UAE’s newest budget carrier Air Arabia introduces direct New Delhi route

Megha Paul Nov 19, 2021

UAE's newest budget carrier and the first out of the capital Abu Dhabi, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has announced a new service to New Delhi

Dribble dribble! Abu Dhabi to host first NBA games in the UAE

Megha Paul Nov 19, 2021

The preseason NBA games in Abu Dhabi beginning in 2022 will mark the first games between two NBA teams in the Arabian Gulf.

Yas Waterworld invites public to participate in Guinness World Records Live Record-Breaking event

Megha Paul Nov 18, 2021

In collaboration with Guinness World Records, Yas Waterworld is set to host its first-ever GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS live record breaking event

Tourism

TAT launches ‘Visit Thailand Year 2022’ in the Gulf Region

Kristin Mariano Nov 16, 2021

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently staged a special tourism marketing mission to Dubai, the UAE, that resulted in stronger ties with strategic airline partners and a wider…

Abu Dhabi welcomes largest aquarium in Middle East

Megha Paul Nov 15, 2021

Located within the Rabdan Area, the National Aquarium is one of the 11 anchors found within Al Qana, one of Abu Dhabi’s most iconic touristic and lifestyle destinations

Abu Dhabi updates ‘Green List’ countries

Megha Paul Nov 12, 2021

DCT Abu Dhabi has announced a further update to the ‘Green List’ of countries for inbound travel into Abu Dhabi as it supports the easing of travel restrictions

Tourism

John Cena says ‘Time is Now’ to visit Abu Dhabi

Megha Paul Oct 25, 2021

John Cena has partnered with the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) for its new tourism campaign, encouraging travellers to book a trip to the capital state

Etihad raises USD1.2 billion in first sustainability-linked ESG loan in global aviation

Megha Paul Oct 14, 2021

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has raised USD 1.2 billion in the first sustainability-linked loan (SLL) tied to environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets in global…

How Etihad and Talabat have teamed up to explore new initiatives

Megha Paul Sep 29, 2021

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and talabat, the region's leading food delivery and q-commerce platform, have signed a region-wide Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

Vaccination Updates

Abu Dhabi opens to vaccinated travellers

Joe Cusmano Sep 10, 2021

Fully vaccinated travellers (with vaccines approved by the World Health Organisation) can arrive from all international destinations without the need to quarantine.

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad CEO Says The A380 Doesn’t Make Economic Sense

Joe Cusmano Sep 7, 2021

Airlines have been reviewing their fleet of widebody aircraft since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tourism

Abu Dhabi unveils incentive scheme for tour guides

Megha Paul Sep 7, 2021

Licensed tour guides in Abu Dhabi are being encouraged to explore the emirate’s unique culture and experiences through a new incentive scheme launched by the Department of Culture and…

Abu Dhabi welcomes all vaccinated visitors now

Megha Paul Sep 6, 2021

Abu Dhabi has welcomed fully vaccinated tourists and residents travelling from all countries around the world, as well as unvaccinated visitors from 'Green List' countries, with no…

Here’s what you need to know as Abu Dhabi lifts quarantine rules for fully vaccinated travellers

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2021

Abu Dhabi will remove the need to quarantine for all vaccinated travellers arriving from international destinations starting 5 September

Tourism

VFS resumes UAE tourist visa services for Indian travellers

Megha Paul Sep 1, 2021

VFS Global has resumed UAE tourist visa services for Indians

Vaccination Updates

UAE opens tourist visas for all vaccinated travellers from today

Megha Paul Aug 30, 2021

Application for tourist visas will be open in UAE to people from all countries, provided that they are fully vaccinated with one of the WHO-approved Covid-19 vaccines

Reopening updates

New rules to enter Abu Dhabi. Here’s what you need to know

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2021

UAE citizens and residents as well as visitors entering Abu Dhabi from abroad have to follow updated air travel rules, effective from 15 August 2021

Air

Etihad to resume flights to London and Manchester

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2021

Etihad Airways will resume passenger flights to London and Manchester from Abu Dhabi from 8 August following the United Arab Emirates being added to the UK ‘Amber’ List

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad to rehire staff laid off during the start of the pandemic

Joe Cusmano Aug 4, 2021

Etihad Airways is preparing to rehire some of the thousands of employees it laid off during the pandemic.

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad rolls out IATA Travel Pass to seven destination

Joe Cusmano Aug 2, 2021

Following successful trials, Etihad Airways has expanded the IATA Travel Pass to flights between Abu Dhabi and seven additional destinations on its network.

Air

Etihad’s IATA Travel Pass extends to seven new cities

Megha Paul Jul 29, 2021

Etihad Airways has expanded IATA Travel Pass on flights between Abu Dhabi and seven destinations across its network following successful trials

Hospitality

Holiday unplugged! Yas Island unveils Bee Gees classic inspired staycation campaign

Megha Paul Jul 26, 2021

Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s leading leisure and entertainment destinations has launched the new marketing campaign ‘Stayin’ On Yas’, encouraging staycationers

Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi cancels contract on gigantic billion dollar new airport

Joe Cusmano Jul 16, 2021

The oil-rich Gulf emirate of Abu Dhabi is said to have cancelled a nearly $3 billion contract for a long-delayed new airport terminal that was to be dominated by Etihad Airways.

Vaccination Updates

Abu Dhabi announces new ‘Green List’ tourist destinations

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2021

Abu Dhabi has issued updated ‘Green List’ of destinations from where vaccinated travellers will be exempt from mandatory quarantine measures in the emirate

Hospitality

Abu Dhabi hotels witness record occupancy in June

Megha Paul Jul 14, 2021

Abu Dhabi’s hotel industry has reported its highest occupancy since the start of the pandemic, according to preliminary June 2021 data from STR

Technology

Unveiled: ‘Welcome to Abu Dhabi’ video content platform to turbo-boost tourism recovery

Megha Paul Jul 5, 2021

The platform’s new Welcome to Abu Dhabi initiative has won anchor support from key tourism providers in the emirate

Vaccination Updates

Only vaccinated people to access public spaces in Abu Dhabi

Megha Paul Jun 30, 2021

Only vaccinated people will be allowed to access some public spaces in Abu Dhabi, starting from 20 August

Tourism

‘Summer in Abu Dhabi’ unveiled to boost staycations and domestic activities

Megha Paul Jun 28, 2021

Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has launched its annual Summer in Abu Dhabi season, offering a series of thrilling activities to keep residents and visitors…

Vaccination Updates

UAE’s capital offers COVID vaccines to travellers

Megha Paul Jun 24, 2021

Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is offering tourists free Covid-19 vaccinations that were previously restricted to UAE citizens and residency visa holders

Tourism

‘Tourism 365’ launched to support the growth of Abu Dhabi as a tourism destination

Megha Paul Jun 23, 2021

Abu Dhabi's ADNEC has launched ‘Tourism 365’ to create experiential travel opportunities for tourists coming to Abu Dhabi and enhance the emirate’s regional and global positioning in the…

Vaccination Updates

These countries try to revive travel with vaccine tourism

Kristin Mariano Jun 22, 2021

Many travel agencies began offering lucrative travel packages to places where travellers can be vaccinated.

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad might already need to give its crew the booster shot

Joe Cusmano Jun 7, 2021

The world’s first COVID-19 vaccinated airline might already need to give its pilots and flight attendants booster shots.

Air

Here’s how Etihad and UN will work to strengthen volunteering globally

Megha Paul Jun 4, 2021

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has become the first airline to sign an agreement with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme aiming to strengthen volunteering…

Air

Etihad’s sonic branding inspired by Emirati weaving takes off

Megha Paul May 31, 2021

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, has partnered with Sixième Son to develop the most ambitious and robust sonic system ever created by an airline

Tourism

Abu Dhabi to end quarantine for all international visitors starting from 1 July

Megha Paul May 21, 2021

Abu Dhabi has announced it will end quarantine for all international arrivals starting from 1 July

Air

Etihad launches ‘Verified to Fly’ travel document

Megha Paul May 13, 2021

Travellers flying from Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will be able to validate their Covid-19 travel documents before arriving at the…

Vaccination Updates

Abu Dhabi unveils travel procedures for vaccinated citizens

Megha Paul May 4, 2021

Abu Dhabi has announced that vaccinated travellers arriving from ‘green’ countries must take a PCR test on arrival and on day six, without the need to quarantine

Air

Etihad begins IATA Pass trial on Abu Dhabi-North America flights

Megha Paul Apr 22, 2021

Guests travelling with Etihad Airways before 31 May will be among the first to trial the IATA Travel Pass app to manage their travel health credentials

Air

Wizz Air’s first flight from Abu Dhabi to Tel Aviv takes off

Megha Paul Apr 19, 2021

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has landed for the first time in Israel and launched the route between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi

Hospitality

Abu Dhabi extends fee exemptions for hotels

Megha Paul Apr 16, 2021

Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has extended exemptions of tourism and municipality fees for hotel establishments operating within the emirate until 30 June

Tourism

UAE and Saudi travellers focus on mental wellbeing in post-pandemic time

Megha Paul Apr 15, 2021

New research from global traveller experiences expert Collinson has found that travellers are as worried about their mental wellbeing as they are their physical wellbeing

Air

Three new routes to Europe and ME for Wizz Air Abu Dhabi

Megha Paul Apr 13, 2021

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of the UAE, has announced three new routes connecting Abu Dhabi to Belgrade, Sohag and Luxor

Air

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi to unveil flights to Israel

Megha Paul Apr 8, 2021

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of the UAE, has announced its first flight to Tel Aviv on 18 April, following the announcement that Israel has been added to the Green List,…

Air

Etihad makes history at Ben Gurion Airport as first scheduled flight lands in Israel

Megha Paul Apr 7, 2021

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, launched its regular flight service between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv, Israel

Air

Etihad Airways’ new safety video showcases iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi

Megha Paul Mar 31, 2021

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has unveiled a new safety video, filmed on location at Louvre Abu Dhabi, to give passengers across the globe, a glimpse of…

Air

Abu Dhabi Airports launches free rapid Covid-19 testing

Megha Paul Mar 18, 2021

Abu Dhabi Airports has launched rapid free Covid-19 PCR testing for all arrivals, except those in transit, with results provided in around 90 minutes

Vaccination Updates

Abu Dhabi unveils region’s first PCR testing laboratory located within airport

Megha Paul Mar 10, 2021

Abu Dhabi Airports has launched the region’s first PCR testing laboratory within an airport to facilitate the resumption of air travel and assist with quarantine tracking procedures

Air

Etihad Airways reports staggering USD 1.7 billion loss

Megha Paul Mar 5, 2021

Abu Dhabi’s national carrier Etihad has reported core operating losses of USD 1.7 billion in 2020, reflecting the severe toll of the coronavirus pandemic on the airline

Reopening updates

Expats rejoice! Abu Dhabi unveils new long-term visa campaign

Megha Paul Feb 16, 2021

Abu Dhabi is encouraging professionals, students and investors to move to the emirate through a new campaign to develop the capital’s culture, healthcare, research and development and real…

Global

Etihad becomes first airline in the world with 100% of crew on board vaccinated

Megha Paul Feb 11, 2021

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has become the first airline in the world with all its operating pilots and cabin crew vaccinated to help curb the spread of…

OTAs & Tour Operators

“Alexa, Explore Abu Dhabi”: Tripadvisor launches virtual voice tour

Kristin Mariano Feb 1, 2021

Alexa customers in the UK will be able to say “Alexa, Explore Abu Dhabi” and be taken on an immersive voice tour of the destination.

Guest Column

Etihad partners with IATA for Covid-19 Travel Pass

Joe Cusmano Jan 27, 2021

The International Air Transport Association and Etihad Airways have signed a partnership to launch the IATA Travel Pass for guests.

Vaccination Updates

Abu Dhabi updates rules to enter emirate

Megha Paul Jan 18, 2021

Abu Dhabi has announced that all UAE citizens and residents entering into the emirate need to have received a negative PCR or DPI test result within 48 hours of travel

Air

Etihad Group CEO takes COVID-19 vaccine

Megha Paul Jan 6, 2021

Tony Douglas, group chief executive officer of Etihad Aviation Group, received his first dose of the Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine at Etihad Airways Medical Centre

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi takes off for Greek land

Megha Paul Dec 31, 2020

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of the United Arab Emirates, confirmed that Athens will be its inaugural destination, with flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport…

Tourism

Air

Etihad to launch Israel connection in March

Megha Paul Nov 17, 2020

Etihad Airways will launch a daily scheduled year-round flight to Tel Aviv, the economic and technological centre of Israel

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