Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air Holidays partners with Muzn Islamic Banking for Umrah packages

Kanchan Nath Mar 20, 2023

Continuing to elevate the travel experience, Oman Air Holidays has partnered with Muzn, National Bank of Oman’s Islamic banking window, to offer flexible financing plans for Umrah packages.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air wraps up a successful ITB Berlin

Kanchan Nath Mar 14, 2023

Oman Air has wrapped up a successful three days at ITB Berlin, the world's largest tourism trade fair.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air receives New Boeing 737 MAX 8

Kanchan Nath Mar 5, 2023

Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, has announced the delivery of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8 from CDB Aviation.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air Celebrates First Female Omani Captain

Joe Cusmano Mar 2, 2023

The appointment of Maha Al Balushi as the first female Omani Captain for Oman Air marks a significant milestone in the country’s aviation sector. At a ceremony conducted at Oman Air’s…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air Increases Frequency and Adds 4 New Destinations

Joe Cusmano Mar 1, 2023

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has unveiled its summer schedule for 2023, continuing its ambitious and dynamic fleet and network growth strategy. The number…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air adds four destinations and increased frequency to its 2023 Summer Schedule

Kanchan Nath Feb 24, 2023

Continuing its ambitious and dynamic strategy of fleet and network expansion, Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, has unveiled its summer schedule for 2023

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air gets its eighth IOSA Renewal Certification

Kanchan Nath Feb 23, 2023

Continuing to set benchmarks for safety and quality, Oman Air has achieved its eighth International Air Transport Association (IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification.

Airlines and Aviation

Enjoy up to 23% with Oman Air’s global sale

Kanchan Nath Jan 31, 2023

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has launched its highly anticipated Global Sale, offering up to 23% off Business and Economy Class fares.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air’s Sindbad Programme added to Ooredoo’s Nojoom Partners

Kanchan Nath Jan 19, 2023

Continuing to enrich the travel experience, Oman Air’s frequent flyer programme, Sindbad, has been added to Ooredoo’s list of Nojoom partners.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air and SalamAir expand codeshare partnership

Kanchan Nath Jan 16, 2023

Oman Air and SalamAir expanded their codeshare partnership, add four services with Oman Air codesharing on the following SalamAir - operated frequencies starting from 09 January 2023:

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air ranked as most punctual airline in Middle East and Africa in 2022

Kristin Mariano Jan 10, 2023

Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, has been named top in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) for punctuality. As per the results of the 2022 On-Time Performance…

Finance

Oman Air partners with bespoke HSBC Oman global currency solution

Kanchan Nath Jan 5, 2023

Oman Air has partnered with HSBC Oman on a unique and innovative international payments process, which will dramatically increase efficiency and security.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air Holidays partners with Jordan Tourism Board

Kanchan Nath Dec 23, 2022

Oman Air Holidays has announced a strategic partnership with the Jordan Tourism Board to undertake joint promotional activities in Oman and Jordan.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air partners with Omantel

Kanchan Nath Dec 23, 2022

Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, has inked an agreement with Omantel, a leading telecom operator, to provide passengers flying to Oman with Tourist SIM Cards on board…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air highlights digital transformation achievements

Kanchan Nath Dec 22, 2022

Continuing to drive transformation in the aviation sector, Oman Air’s Digital department recently held its annual workshop.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air unveils ‘Super Saver’ offer

Kanchan Nath Nov 29, 2022

Oman Air has introduced Super Saver, a brand-new category of Economy Class fare that offers greater choice and more value than ever.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air welcomes ‘Future Leaders’ with Commercial Graduate Programme Induction Ceremony

Kanchan Nath Nov 17, 2022

Oman Air, the national airline of Oman, has officially inaugurated its highly anticipated Future Leaders Commercial Graduate Programme.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air celebrates inaugural flight to Phuket

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2022

Oman Air, the national airline of Oman, has officially inaugurated its highly anticipated route to Phuket, celebrating the first flight with a ceremony at its First and Business Class…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches special fares for world cup travellers from GCC

Kanchan Nath Nov 9, 2022

Getting the ball rolling this football season, Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, is offering special GCC fares to Muscat for those planning on heading to the World…

Tourism

Oman Air at World Travel Market London 2022

Kanchan Nath Nov 8, 2022

Joining Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, the airline will be showcasing its products and services to major global players in the travel and tourism industry, the highlight of which…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air renews agreement with Sabre

Kanchan Nath Nov 2, 2022

Sabre Corporation and Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, announced, at the World Passenger Symposium (WPS), a renewed long-term agreement to help the airline reach its…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Sail welcomes Oman Air as official and exclusive airline partner

Kanchan Nath Oct 31, 2022

Oman Sail announced it has signed an agreement with Oman Air which will see the Sultanate of Oman’s national carrier become the Official and Exclusive Airline Partner for all Oman Sail…

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Oman Air Holidays launches two new packages

Kanchan Nath Oct 31, 2022

Offering travellers, a true Omani adventure, Oman Air Holidays has introduced two new packages that showcase the best of Oman’s nature, culture, and hospitality

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches four weekly flights to Phuket

Kristin Mariano Oct 26, 2022

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, will offer four flights a week between Muscat and Phuket, one of Thailand’s most popular resort islands, starting 15 November…

Airports

Oman Air to shift to Mopa airport in Goa

Kanchan Nath Oct 21, 2022

The Middle East-based carrier officially announces plans to shift flights to new Greenfield International Airport at Mopa. 

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air appoints Majid Sulaiman Al Qassabi as its new Country Manager

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2022

Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, has appointed of Majid Sulaiman Al Qassabi as its new Country Manager - Oman.

Airlines and Aviation

Enjoy upto 20% off on economy flights with Oman Air

Kanchan Nath Sep 23, 2022

Making the travel experience even more rewarding, Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has launched its Weekend Special campaign, offering up to 20% off Economy class…

Airports

Oman Airports signs an agreement with To70

Kanchan Nath Sep 14, 2022

Oman Airports company has signed an agreement with To70 of the Netherlands to improve operations inside Muscat International Airport and ensure their smooth flow

Sports Tourism

Oman Air to be the official airline for IRONMAN 70.3 Salalah

Kanchan Nath Sep 9, 2022

IRONMAN 70.3, will be hosted in Salalah, Sultanate of Oman, creating the ideal backdrop for this spectacular event.

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TPConnects partners with Oman Air to launch IATA Pay service in India

Kanchan Nath Aug 29, 2022

Retail travel technology specialist, TPConnects partners with Oman Air to help launch the IATA Pay service in India.

Global

20% off on business and economy class with Oman Air

Kanchan Nath Aug 23, 2022

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman is offering discounts of up to 20% off on Business and Economy Class fares on selected international destinations.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air increases flights between Muscat and Turkish destinations of Istanbul and Trabzon

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2022

The airline has increased frequencies between Muscat and Trabzon from 3 weekly flights to 5 weekly flights, and between Muscat and Istanbul from 7 weekly flights to 8 weekly flights.

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Oman Air Transforms Staff Travel with New Software

Dmytro Makarov May 17, 2022

Oman Air Transforms Staff Travel with New Software - Oman Air has partnered with IBS Software to fully digitalize its staff travel program, delivering a highly configurable, self-service…

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Oman Air launches new range of stopover packages

Joe Cusmano Oct 25, 2021

If you're considering taking that long-awaited trip to Europe, look into Oman Air.

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Oman Air to join Oneworld

Joe Cusmano Sep 30, 2021

A report on Reuters on Sunday stated that Oman Air had decided to apply for membership in the Oneworld Alliance, whose chairman currently is Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways.

Vaccination Updates

Oman Air flies two routes with fully vaccinated crew

Joe Cusmano Jul 21, 2021

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, operated two regularly scheduled passenger flights with fully vaccinated crews to two separate domestic destinations in the Sultanate…

Reopening updates

Oman Air welcomes guests from 103 countries

Megha Paul Jan 4, 2021

Oman Air, the national carrier of Oman, will welcome guests from 103 countries who can travel to the country without a visa

Oman Air delivers highest-ever cargo load

Megha Paul Jul 8, 2020

Oman Air, the national carrier of Oman, continues to serve the nation and its customers with 69 chartered cargo-only flights from April to June, including the highest-ever cargo load the…

Oman

“We continue to assess the evolving situation”: Oman Air suspends Muscat services until further notice

Alastair Newport Mar 25, 2020

Middle Eastern carrier Oman Air has announced that it will be grounding planes and suspending all passenger services to and from Muscat, until further notice,  as of midday, Sunday 29 March…

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Oman Air unveils transformation plan

Megha Paul Sep 11, 2019

Oman Air has unveiled its transformation plan, which calls on the airline’s workers across all levels to deliver operational improvements and work with an empowered focus to deliver…

Air

Oman Air launches new route to Athens

Megha Paul Jun 3, 2019

The national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, Oman Air, has commenced its new daily direct service between Greece and Oman, with the first flight departing Muscat International Airport…

Air

Oman Air has new pit stop in Pharoah’s land

Megha Paul May 30, 2019

Oman Air will commence direct flights to Egyptian city Alexandria from 31 May, the airline’s 53rd destination in its expanding global network. Alexandria, Egypt’s second-largest city, is…

Airlines and Aviation

Bozhe moi: Oman Air’s Russian connection to “further stimulate economic, trade and business”

Alastair Newport Nov 1, 2018

Oman Air added Russia to its expansion campaign this week, when it announced its very first flight to the country, with the arrival of flight WY 181 at Moscow Domodedovo Airport.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air resumes Maldives route as part of drive for 60 destinations by 2022

Christian Tolentino Oct 29, 2018

Oman’s national carrier, Oman Air, has resumed its service between Muscat and Malé in the Maldives.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air’s latest Boeing 737 MAX 8s touches tarmac at Muscat

Alastair Newport Oct 12, 2018

Coming just a couple of weeks after Oman Air first the delivery of its fourth new Boeing 737 MAX 8s, the airline has now announced the arrival of number five  to its home hub at Muscat…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air set to add fourth Boeing to its fleet

Mili Sep 27, 2018

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is set to take delivery of the fourth of 30 Boeing 737 MAX 8s it ordered.

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Oman Air jets in to Athens for Summer 2019

Alastair Newport Sep 20, 2018

Oman Air has announced details of the latest addition to its schedule of global network this week, with the introduction of a new daily flight to and from Athens, set to fly as of June 2019.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches Casablanca flight as part of African network update

Alastair Newport Jul 16, 2018

Following the recent celebration of its first year operating out of Manchester Airport, in the UK, Oman Air has announced it will be appraising the current make up of its service network in…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air celebrates first anniversary of Manchester connection

Mili Jul 5, 2018

One year in, Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, celebrated the first anniversary of its service to Manchester Airport.

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Which carrier has Oman Air just signed its second Thai codeshare with?

Alastair Newport Apr 2, 2018

Oman Air announced the development of its Asia Pacific network this week when it released details of its new codeshare agreement with Bangkok Airways. The agreement, which went into action…

Airlines and Aviation

PACA: Oman Air makes history with first pilot license through MPL programme

Alastair Newport Jan 15, 2018

Oman Air, has taken the initiative to embrace the Multi-Crew Pilot License Programme (MPL) in close coordination with the Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA) to issue the first Omani…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air congratulated by GE Aviation for record breaking engine change

Alastair Newport Jan 9, 2018

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, was recently praised by GE Aviation, for its record breaking Boeing 787 engine change. The procedure was completed in just 20 hours,…

Travel Tech

Oman Air new website puts locals first

Alastair Newport Jan 3, 2018 0

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has launched a new dedicated Oman homepage on its website. The new homepage has been designed to specifically cater for the travel…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air spreads wings in Asia Pacific

Mark Elliott Jul 31, 2017

Oman Air has expanded its Asia Pacific network with the signing of a codeshare partnership with Malaysia Airlines. Effective immediately, Oman Air passengers will be able to connect…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches daily flight from Muscat to Manchester

Jill Sayles May 2, 2017

Oman Air has launched a new daily flight from Muscat to Manchester.  The new service will depart Muscat at 14.00 hrs daily and arrive in Manchester at 19.05hrs. The return flight will be…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air signs interline with Lufthansa

Gemma Greenwood Apr 16, 2017

Oman Air is continuing its expansion across Europe and North America after signing a new partnership agreement with Lufthansa. Under the new agreement, Oman Air passengers can connect…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Airports reports record passenger growth in 2016

Gemma Greenwood Jan 18, 2017

Oman Airports has reported record passenger growth at Muscat and Salalah International Airports in 2016.  Passenger traffic at Muscat International Airport exceeded 12 million…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air to more than double GDP contribution in 2017

Gemma Greenwood Jan 18, 2017

Oman Air will more than double its contribution to the country's gross domestic product this year to OR900 million ($2.3 billion) as it seeks to continue expansion of its fleet and network.…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air denies bomb threat, confirms passenger death

Mark Elliott Jan 16, 2017

Oman Air has denied a report that one of its aircraft was diverted due to a bomb threat. A Kuwaiti newspaper reported that one of the Omani national carrier's flights had been…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air introduces the new baggage concept

Gemma Greenwood Dec 29, 2016

Oman Air will launch a new baggage piece concept in January 2017. This change will help Oman Air to standardise and in many cases reduce the charges currently in place for additional…

Airlines and Aviation

Omantel and Oman Air in partnership deal

Gemma Greenwood Dec 13, 2016

Omantel, the Sultanate’s leading telecom provider, and Oman Air, the national carrier, have signed a partnership agreement that will result in the enhancement of the value of the services…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air touches down in Guangzhou

Mark Elliott Dec 12, 2016

Oman Air launched its inaugural flight to Guangzhou late last week. The new route marks the airline's arrival in China and the flights will now operate four times a week using a…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air introduces new Oman Air Pass

Gemma Greenwood Dec 2, 2016

Oman Air has introduced Oman Air Pass, offering regular travellers between Muscat and Salalah with the chance to pre-purchase an online booklet containing eight one-way tickets with…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air flies direct to China

Mark Elliott Nov 27, 2016

Oman Air will start flying non-stop to mainland China for the first time next month, with the launch a new route to Guangzhou. First unveiled in 2014, the new service will become the…

Airlines and Aviation

New B737-800 joins Oman Air fleet

Gemma Greenwood Nov 21, 2016

Oman Air, the National Carrier of the Sultanate of Oman received a new Boeing 737- 800 on the Sultanate’s 46th National Day - November 18. This was the sixth brand new Boeing 737-800 to…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches Sultanate’s first commercial flight training centre

Gemma Greenwood Nov 20, 2016

Oman Air has today unveiled the Oman Air Flight Training Centre (OAFTC), a state-of-the-art facility which enables pilots and cabin crew to train realistically for operating aboard both…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air reinforces allegiance to UK trade

Gemma Greenwood Nov 9, 2016

Oman Air has pledged its allegiance to the UK trade as the airline continues to up capacity, develop new routes and improve its product and service offering out of London Heathrow and soon,…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air expands codeshare with KLM

Gemma Greenwood Nov 6, 2016

Oman Air has expanded its codeshare agreement with KLM Royal Dutch Airlines to provide additional travel options between Oman and Europe.  With immediate effect, Oman Air’s customers…

Oman

Oman Air welcomes its 500,000th Sindbad member

Gemma Greenwood Nov 3, 2016

Oman Air has welcomed its 500,000th member to Sindbad, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman’s frequent flyer programme. In a ceremony held recently, the Sindbad team welcomed…

Oman

Oman Air wins ‘Best Airline’ accolade at Seven Stars awards

Gemma Greenwood Oct 25, 2016

Oman Air has been awarded the Signum Virtutis, the seal of excellence, by the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards 2016.  The airline was voted winner for the best airline…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air to fly to Najaf from November

Gemma Greenwood Oct 23, 2016

Oman Air will introduce a four times weekly service from Muscat to Najaf, in Iraq from November. It is expected the flights will further strengthen political, economic and cultural ties…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air Paris service goes daily

Gemma Greenwood Oct 19, 2016

Oman Air will increase the frequency of its Muscat-Paris service to daily from 30 October 2016.  Abdulrahman Al Busaidy, Deputy CEO and Chief Commercial Officer of Oman Air, said: “As…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air announces amenity kit design winners

Gemma Greenwood Oct 18, 2016

The best of Oman’s artists and designers have now been announced as winners of the Oman Air amenity kit competition.  Three winning designs have been selected, from the entries from…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air starts revamping long-haul jets

Mark Elliott Oct 13, 2016

Oman Air has started upgrading the interiors of its long-haul Airbus fleet. The airline recently welcomed back an A330-200 aircraft featuring the new seats and cabin products that will be…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air wins twice at WTAs

Gemma Greenwood Oct 4, 2016

Oman Air has been named ‘Middle East’s Leading Airline, Business Class’ and ‘Middle East’s Leading Airline, Economy Class’ at the World Travel Awards Middle East 2016. The awards were…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Airports attends World Routes Chengdu China 2016

Gemma Greenwood Oct 4, 2016

Oman Airports’ has returned from the World Routes forum in Chengdu, China, as the company looks to develop better air connections between Asia and the Sultanate. The commercial…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air reveals expansion and development plans

Gemma Greenwood Sep 27, 2016

Oman Air’s Chief Executive Officer Paul Gregorowitsch has delivered a key report on the airline’s progress and plans for continued expansion. In a press conference, he outlined the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air apologises for ‘Persian Gulf’ blunder

Gemma Greenwood Sep 26, 2016

Oman Air has apologised for in-flight maps that labelled the Gulf - the waterway separating Iran from the Arabian Peninsula - as the ‘Persian Gulf’. Other Gulf carriers refer to this body…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air welcomes 250th Junior Sindbad Flyer

Gemma Greenwood Sep 11, 2016

Oman Air has already welcomed the 250th member to its Junior Sindbad Flyer campaign, which launched in July. The programme, which invites passengers between four and 12 years of age to…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air unveils Media Box e-paper service

Gemma Greenwood Sep 4, 2016

Oman Air has introduced the Media Box digital news concept at its revamped premium lounges at Muscat International  Media Box is a comprehensive e-paper media library service developed by…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air heads to Guangzhou

Gemma Greenwood Sep 1, 2016

Oman Air will fly to Guangzhou in China from its Muscat hub four times a week from December, the airline said in a tweet on its official twitter handle. “From December 9, 2016, we will…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air expands its international network to include Iraq

Gemma Greenwood Aug 13, 2016

Oman Air has revealed plans to fly four times weekly to Najaf in Iraq from 15 September. It will mark the first time the airline has operated a service to Iraq - a Boeing 737-800 aircraft…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air increases capacity on Salalah routes

Aaron Greenwood Aug 10, 2016

Oman Air is expanding capacity on its routes to and from Salalah in response to customer demand.  The airline is expanding its capacity to the principal city of Dhofar, in Southern…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air expands Boeing fleet

Aaron Greenwood Aug 9, 2016

Oman Air is continuing its ambitious fleet and network expansion plan, with the airline signing a letter of intent (LOI) with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd for the sale and leaseback…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air offers young passengers chance to win free flight

Gemma Greenwood Jul 20, 2016

Oman Air is making air travel even more exciting for its young customers. The national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman is inviting passengers between four and 12 years of age to…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air flight lands safely following two burst wheels

Gemma Greenwood Jul 18, 2016

An Oman Air flight landed safely at DAR International Airport in Tanzania on Saturday 16 July following two burst nose wheels “Thanks to the professionalism of the well trained crew, no…

Airlines and Aviation

Successful AMOS go-live at Oman Air

Gemma Greenwood Jul 3, 2016

Oman Air has successfully gone live with AMOS, a comprehensive, fully-integrated MRO software solution, across the entire airline. Developed and distributed by Swiss AviationSoftware, a…

Face‑to‑Face

Face to face: Morgan Larson, skipper/helm, Team Oman Air

Gemma Greenwood Jun 28, 2016

Morgan Larson, skipper/helm (USA) returns to Oman Sail’s Extreme Sailing Series campaign in 2016, four years after leading Oman Air to second place in 2012.  A formidable – but…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air supports MOSD’s initiatives

Mark Elliott Jun 28, 2016

Oman Air has reaffirmed its support for initiatives of Oman’s Ministry of Social Development (MOSD). In addition, the airline has restated its commitment to sustainable social…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air plans to boost services to India

Mark Elliott Jun 27, 2016

Oman Air is planning to significantly expand its network in India with almost 50 additional weekly flights expected to be launched by 2018. The Times of India quoted the Omani…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air makes student travel easy

Mark Elliott Jun 22, 2016

Oman Air has announced special discount for new graduates from high schools in Oman on return flights. This will enable them to continue their studies overseas. The discounts will…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air adds flights to Salalah

Mark Elliott Jun 16, 2016

In an effort to support the tourism growth during the Khareef season, Oman Air is to operate more flights than ever before to Salalah. The airline has increased frequencies to Salalah…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air temporary suspends flights to Sohar airport

Mark Elliott Jun 15, 2016

Oman Air has recently announced its intent to temporarily suspend flights to Sohar Airport. The airline has taken the decision as they did not achieve the targeted results since…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air Holidays launches its booking portal

Mark Elliott Jun 9, 2016

In a recent development, Oman Air Holidays has launched the first fully online holidays booking engine in Oman. The holidays’ division has unveiled a new website and booking system at…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air partners with Menzies Aviation

Mark Elliott Jun 1, 2016

Oman Air along with Menzies Aviation have taken a major step toward forming a joint venture partnership which will provide ground handling services at all airports across Oman. The…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air boosts capacity for Doha

Mark Elliott May 30, 2016

Oman Air has announced its intent to introduce its Airbus A330-200 aircraft to Doha route. The new aircraft will be deployed from 1 June 2016. The A330s will operate every Sunday,…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air announces flights to Mashhad

Mark Elliott May 26, 2016

Oman Air recently announced its intent to launch a new service between Muscat and Mashhad effective 1 June 2016. This is the airline’s second destination in Iran, following launch of…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air to connect Manchester

Mark Elliott May 16, 2016

Oman Air has confirmed its intent to start operating daily flights from Muscat to Manchester. The new service is scheduled to begin from 1 April 2017. The United Kingdom has always…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air puts the spotlight on passenger safety

Mark Elliott Apr 26, 2016

Oman Air recently conducted a refresher training course for some of its staff highlighting the importance of passenger safety. The training was conducted in partnership with Checkport…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air showcases motorsport holidays

Mark Elliott Apr 18, 2016

Oman Air Holidays is looking to go niche with the launch of two special packages for motorsports fans. Guests opting for these packages will get a chance to watch superstar Omani…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches second daily flight to London

Mark Elliott Apr 10, 2016

Oman Air will launch a second daily flight between Muscat and London Heathrow Airport on Tuesday 12 April 2016. The new outbound service will be a night flight, departing Muscat every…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air puts the spotlight on Omanization

Mark Elliott Apr 5, 2016

Oman Air recently reaffirmed its commitment to Omanisation through its continuing recruitment of cabin crew teams of young Omani citizens. Omanisation is the Sultanate’s policy of…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches innovative first class dining

Mark Elliott Mar 29, 2016

Oman Air recently unveiled Service by Design, a brand-new innovative inflight dining option for its first class customers. With the slogan ‘Choose your own Chef’, Service by Design…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air records 14.1% revenue profit

Mark Elliott Mar 22, 2016

In a recent development, Oman Air’s shareholders received positive financial results for 2015. This was announced at the airline’s annual general meeting (AGM) in Muscat. Oman Air’s…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air partners with Sixt

Mark Elliott Mar 14, 2016

Oman Air recently inked a global co-operation agreement with Sixt. The agreement was signed by Oman Air’s chief executive officer, Paul Gregorowitsch, and senior executive vice…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air partners with Rezgateway

Mark Elliott Mar 10, 2016

Oman Air recently announced the signing of an agreement with Rezgateway for a complete holiday reservation system. The system, RezG-Package will dramatically enhance Oman Air’s…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air’s Business Class seats win top design award

Mark Elliott Feb 1, 2016

Oman Air’s Business Class seats have been lauded in the ‘Transportation’ category of the 2015 Good Design Awards.  The BE Aerospace Serenity Suite designed by TEAGUE, was highlighted…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air charts out a strategic plan for 2016

Mark Elliott Jan 25, 2016

Oman Air recently held a global conference in Muscat aptly titled – ‘To become the Best’. The event focused on the airline’s continued expansion and was officially opened by HE Maitha…

Airlines and Aviation

THAI inks code-share with Oman Air

Mark Elliott Jan 19, 2016

Oman Air recently announced a new code-share agreement with Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) for flights between Muscat and Bangkok.   As per the new…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air commits to CITES

Mark Elliott Jan 11, 2016

Oman Air recently put the spotlight on the importance to conserve national resources and supports efforts exerted by the international community in this regard, which aims to develop and…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air announces new GSA for Bahrain

Mark Elliott Dec 22, 2015

Oman Air has recently appointed Elite Travel as its new general sales agent (GSA) for Bahrain. The company is the largest BSP travel agency in Bahrain, with seven outlets around the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air commissions mystery shopper initiative

Mark Elliott Dec 17, 2015

In a bid to enhance its customer experience, Oman Air recently signed an agreement with BVA Mystery Shopping Services. The agreement will see a team of mystery shoppers pose as…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air trains 21 new Omani Pilot candidates

Mark Elliott Nov 25, 2015

Oman Air’s drive to recruit Omani pilots is bearing numbers, as 21 Omanis join the Cadet Training programme. The programme involves initial flight training in France, for 18 months.…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air support growth of local SMEs

Mark Elliott Nov 24, 2015

In a recent development, Oman Air announced its support for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Sultanate. The airline showed its strong appreciation by participating in…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air to boost frequencies to key Indian cities

Mark Elliott Nov 18, 2015

Oman Air is set to increase frequencies on four of its key destinations to India. The number of flights from Muscat to Goa will increase from six per week to one a day. Further, daily…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air ramps up Indian routes

Mark Elliott Nov 17, 2015

Oman Air is set to significantly increase its operations in India, with additional frequencies on five routes. The number of flights operated from Muscat to Goa will rise from six per…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air hosts Airport Services Managers global conference

Mark Elliott Nov 16, 2015

Oman recently hosted staff, including more than 50 airport managers from around the world. The event in Muscat was Oman Air’s Airport Service Managers conference with an apt theme ‘To…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air invests in its training centre

Mark Elliott Nov 12, 2015

Oman Air recently announced its intent to invest in a new phase in its expansion programme. The expansion will witness commencement of the Oman Air Flight Training Centre (OAFTC). The…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air partners with Airbus for A330 cabin upgrades

Mark Elliott Nov 11, 2015

Oman Air signed an agreement with Airbus to upgrade cabins of its A330s. This interior modernization will harmonize the airline’s business class cabins across its long range fleet.…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air’s winter schedule witness service boost

Mark Elliott Nov 1, 2015

The recent announcement of Oman Air’s winter schedule 2015-16 has witnessed introduction of a new service to Dhaka. The airline’s service between Muscat and Frankfurt is now being…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air touches down in Dhaka

Mark Elliott Oct 26, 2015

Oman Air's inaugural flight to Dhaka touched down on Sunday 25 October. The new route will initially operate four times a week, every Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, direct from…

Airlines and Aviation

Frankfurt to welcome Oman Air’s Dreamliner flights

Mark Elliott Oct 25, 2015

Frankfurt will soon welcome the first Oman Air Boeing 787 Dreamliners this autumn. Oman Air’s chief executive officer, Paul Gregorowitsch announced that the aircraft will begin flying…

Airlines and Aviation

Salalah welcomes Oman Air’s first Dreamliner

Mark Elliott Oct 19, 2015

Oman Air’s first Boeing 787 Dreamliner took off on its inaugural flight from Muscat to Salalah. The flight was hosted by Oman Air’s chief executive officer, Paul Gregorowitsch and…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air enters new era with first Dreamliner

Mark Elliott Oct 12, 2015

Oman Air's long-haul expansion plans have taken a major step forward with the arrival of its first ever Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The new twin-aisle aircraft was handed over the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air focuses on emergency response

Mark Elliott Oct 7, 2015

Oman Air has held a major emergency response exercise in Muscat. The exercise got together senior managers, operational team leaders and an eight member exercise control team to test…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air to deploy Dreamliner to Salalah

Mark Elliott Sep 29, 2015

Oman Air will soon deploy the first Boeing 787 Dreamliner in October to Salalah. The aircraft will fly from Muscat to Salalah. The flight will be hosted by members of Oman Air’s…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air boosts Paris frequencies

Aaron Greenwood Sep 15, 2015

Oman Air is introducing a fifth frequency per week between Muscat and Paris Charles De Gaulle from 25 October. Oman Air first launched flights from Muscat to Paris in 2009. Abdulrahaman…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air adds more capacity to Paris

Mark Elliott Sep 15, 2015

Oman Air recently announced its intent to introduce a fifth frequency per week between Muscat and Paris Charles De Gaulle from 25 October 2015. The airline currently operates four…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air adopts Vivaldi solution

Mark Elliott Sep 13, 2015

Oman Air recently deployed Accelya’s Vivaldi card payments solutions to streamline its card management process. The airline will use the VIVALDI CardClear, VIVALDI Reconciliation and…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches new ticketing option

Mark Elliott Sep 7, 2015

Oman Air recently announced its intent to roll out a new multi-segment ticket option, named Oman Air Rahal. The product offers substantial savings on multiple business class or…

Oman

Oman airports witness passenger surge

Mark Elliott Aug 30, 2015

The National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) recently released passenger and flight data of Muscat and Salalah international airports till July-end. Passenger traffic at…

Face‑to‑Face

Face-to-face: Simon Cook, country manager, UK & Ireland, Oman Air

Gemma Greenwood Aug 24, 2015

Why did the role at Oman Air appeal to you and now you’ve been in the role nearly two months, what do you believe are the airline’s top qualities?   The prospect of working with an…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air expands its offerings through codeshares

Mark Elliott Aug 17, 2015

In a recent development, Oman Air has announced its intent to further increasing customer choice by operating a range of codeshare partnerships. The airline is currently increasing…

Oman

Oman Air supports Salalah tourism festival

Mark Elliott Aug 10, 2015

Oman Air recently extended its support as the official airline of the annual Salalah tourism festival. As part of the airline’s participation, Oman Air has set up a stall in the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air unveils refurbished Muscat lounges

Mark Elliott Aug 4, 2015

Oman Air recently unveiled its newly refurbished first and business class lounges at Muscat International Airport. The lounges will be formally opened by HE Maitha Bint Saif Al…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches new initiative

Mark Elliott Jul 29, 2015

Oman Air recently announced the launch of a new initiative to prevent credit card fraud. The campaign will witness tightening of checks on validity of credit card transactions. This…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air inks MoU with Riyada

Mark Elliott Jul 28, 2015

Oman Air recently inked a memorandum of understanding with Riyada, the Public Authority for Small and Medium Enterprise Development. This MoU will offer ease of access to the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air ramps up its Omani pilot recruitment

Mark Elliott Jul 22, 2015

In an effort to boost its Omanisation programme, Oman Air is expanding opportunities for Omani nationals to become pilots. The airline has begun accepting applications from graduates…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air takes on Boeing services

Mark Elliott Jul 20, 2015

In light of its 787 Dreamliner deployment, Boeing has been contracted by Oman Air for a suite of services. This is being done to ensure ongoing efficiency and cost savings for its…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air rolls out its Sindbad mobile app

Mark Elliott Jul 9, 2015

Oman Air recently announced the launch of its latest initiative to enhance travel experience of its frequent fliers - the Sindbad mobile app for Android and iPhone. The Sindbad app is…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air raises funds for Nepal earthquake victims

Gemma Greenwood Jul 8, 2015

Oman Air has raised almost £17,000 pounds for victims of the Nepal earthquake.  Commenting on the fundraiser, Paul Gregorowitsch, the airline’s CEO, said: “I am pleased to say that the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air increases Bangladesh capacity

Mark Elliott Jul 5, 2015

Growing trade and tourism links between Oman and Bangladesh is making the former’s national carrier to deploy more flights in this route, as reported by Times of Oman. Oman Air will…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air expands its Omanisation programme

Mark Elliott Jun 29, 2015

Oman Air has taken on the mantle to adopt the Omanisation policy strongly. Following the graduation of 10 Omani cadet pilots, the airline is now recruiting more candidates. The recent…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air code shares with Garuda

Mark Elliott Jun 10, 2015

Oman Air and Garuda Indonesia have recently entered a new code share agreement. The agreement will enable the airline’s customers to book flights, operated by Garuda Indonesia,…

Airlines and Aviation

Khareef season to attract more Oman Air flights

Mark Elliott Jun 9, 2015

The upcoming Khareef season will see Oman Air significantly increase number of flights Muscat and Salalah. The increase will mean that the airline operates more flights to Salalah.…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air flies daily direct to KL

Mark Elliott May 27, 2015

Oman Air will continue its expansion in Southeast Asia next month, with the launch of a new daily direct service to Kuala Lumpur. The airline launched its KL service in 2010, with…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air praises travel agents

Mark Elliott May 11, 2015

Oman Air has praised the “vital work” of travel agents at a ceremony held recently at the Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa, Muscat, Oman.   Chief executive officer Oman Air, Paul…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air hosts GFSC in Muscat

Mark Elliott Apr 29, 2015

Oman Air recently hosted a major meeting of the Gulf Flight Safety Council (GFSC) in Muscat. The event was well-attended by representatives from the Public Authority for Civil…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman air boosts its services to Manila

Mark Elliott Apr 28, 2015

Oman Air will be enhancing its frequencies on its Muscat-Manila route from three to seven flights a week, as reported by Muscat Daily. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed…

Airlines and Aviation

Relocation for Oman Air’s IT Disaster Recovery

Mark Elliott Apr 27, 2015

The data park in Mucat recently welcomed Oman Air’s IT Disaster Recovery section. The move will follow signing of an agreement between Oman Air and Oman Data Park (ODP). Under the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air to phase out ATR, Embraer aircraft

Mark Elliott Apr 26, 2015

Oman Air is in the process of phasing out its ATR 42 and E175 aircraft. The first ATR aircraft was recently taken out from service this year. The second one is expected to be taken…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air, KLM codeshare

Mark Elliott Apr 22, 2015

Oman Air has recently launched a new codeshare agreement with KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. The agreement will enable Oman Air's customers to book onto flights operated by KLM between…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air touches down in Goa

Mark Elliott Apr 6, 2015

Oman Air has launched a brand new service to the Indian resort enclave of Goa. The new service, which was first announced in January 2015, touched down in Goa for the first time on 29…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air orders 20 Boeing 737

Mark Elliott Mar 30, 2015

Oman Air has ordered 20 Boeing Co 737 in a bid to double its fleet to 70 planes by 2020.  Chief executive Paul Gregorowitsch told Reuters that the order includes both the current…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air reveals positive 2014 results

Aaron Greenwood Mar 29, 2015

Oman Air has revealed its 2014 results, which showed the airline’s revenues increased 4% year-on-year to RO398 million ($1.033bn), while its losses fell 4% for RO95.86 million.  In…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air welcomes AACO specialists

Mark Elliott Mar 16, 2015

Oman Air recently welcomed representatives of several Arab airlines in Muscat. The airline played host to a meeting on aviation emergency response planning. The meeting of the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air suffers double blow-out at Delhi Airport

Mark Elliott Mar 13, 2015

Two of the tyres on an Oman Air aircraft burst while the jet was landing at Delhi Airport this week. The Boeing 737 aircraft was arriving at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air boosts network in South Asia

Mark Elliott Mar 2, 2015

Oman Air will continue to grow its South Asian network this year, with the addition of new services to Goa and Dhaka. The Middle Eastern carrier already operates flights to 17…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air to launch Singapore flights

Mark Elliott Mar 2, 2015

Oman Air will continue its expansion in Southeast Asia this month, with the launch of flights to Singapore. The Middle Eastern airline has flown to Bangkok for several years and in…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air stuck in the mud in Paris

Mark Elliott Jan 18, 2015

Oman Air Flight WY131 found itself stuck in the mud at Paris Charles De Gaulle last Thursday, causing a delay to the service. The incident occurred while the Airbus A330-300 was taxiing…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air trims its financial charts

Mark Elliott Jan 6, 2015

In an effort to reduce the airline’s expenditure, Oman Air has launched an efficiency programme aptly titled - Shape and Size. The new programme focuses on substantial reductions in…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air flies high in Southeast Asia

Mark Elliott Dec 14, 2014

Oman Air’s inaugural flight to Jakarta took off for the first time on Friday, marking the completion of a period of rapid expansion for the airline in Southeast Asia. The new…

Oman

Oman Air’s new fleet showcase

Mark Elliott Dec 4, 2014

Oman Air recently received its new Airbus A330-300 and Boeing 737-900 aircraft. Under the patronage of HE Darwish Ismail Al Balushi, minister responsible for financial affairs and…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air, Airbus discuss future of flying

Mark Elliott Nov 24, 2014

Airbus recently shed light on air traffic trends, energy harvesting and breakthrough technologies at the ‘The Future by Airbus’. The event was jointly held by Oman Air and Airbus under…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air welcomes new Boeing 737

Mark Elliott Nov 17, 2014

The fleet expansion strategy of Oman Air is well on track with the arrival of its second Boeing 737-900. This new aircraft marks the beginning of a major three-year expansion programme.…

Airlines and Aviation

Women empowerment at Oman Air

Mark Elliott Nov 12, 2014

Recognising the achievement of the women force was the highlight of Oman Air’s recent Woman Day celebrations. The airline supports the role of women in line with directives of His…

Oman

Oman Air opens revamped Bangkok lounge

Mark Elliott Nov 5, 2014

The Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok now sports a new and refurbished Oman Air lounge. The new look offers more space with at least 100 square meters of additional space and added…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air witnesses seat demand for new routes

Mark Elliott Oct 22, 2014

Oman Air’s two new routes Manila and Jakarta that is due to launch in December is witnessing growing demand. From 2 December, the airline will be offering two flights a week to…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air conducts emergency exercise

Mark Elliott Sep 4, 2014

Oman Air recently held an ultra-realistic full-scale emergency exercise in Muscat, involving all the airline’s emergency facilities and teams. The exercise was coordinated from Oman…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air connects to more Asian countries

Mark Elliott Aug 24, 2014

Oman Air recently announced its plan to launch new services from Muscat to Manila and Jakarta from December 2014. The Manila service will commence from 2 December 2014, with Oman Air…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air gets approval to fly to Manila: report

Mark Elliott Aug 20, 2014

Oman's Air's request to fly direct flights to Manila has been approved, according to a media report in the Philippines. The Philippines Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) had denied Oman Air…

Airlines and Aviation

Manila approves slots for Oman Air

Mark Elliott Aug 20, 2014

Oman's Air's request to commence direct flights to Manila has been approved, in line with capacity improvements at Manila airport. The Philippines Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) had…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air focuses on performance management

Mark Elliott Aug 18, 2014

As Oman Air prepares for its next phase of rapid expansion, due to launch later this year with the arrival of the first of 20 new aircraft, the carrier has reaffirmed its commitment to…

Oman

Oman Airports showcase digital screen network

Mark Elliott Jul 24, 2014

JCDecaux SA has unveiled a new network of HD digital screens at Muscat International Airport and Salalah Airport, in conjunction with OAMC. The 103” screens, with high performance and…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air connects Duqm

Mark Elliott Jul 23, 2014

Oman Air is set to start services to Duqm. The service will commence as the new airport opens on 23 July and will consist of four flights per week, operated by an Embraer E175 aircraft.…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air Signs heavy maintenance agreement with JorAMco

Mark Elliott Jul 16, 2014

Oman Air has signed a new deal with JorAMCo to provide the Omani national carrier with base maintenance services for two Embraer 175 and three Airbus A330 aircraft in its fleet.  The…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air boosts Salalah Flights for summer

Mark Elliott Jun 30, 2014

Oman Air is boosting its Muscat to Salalah services to cater for extra demand. The airline is increasing number of services to Salalah from 52 flights per week to 84, from 24 July to 15…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air to take off from HIA

Mark Elliott May 22, 2014

Oman Air announced its decision to commence operations from Doha Hamad International Airport from today 22 May 2014. The change in location means that the airline’s services from…

Airlines and Aviation

Mixed results and business diversification for Oman Air

Mark Elliott Mar 31, 2014

The recent annual results by Oman Air were a mixed bag with passengers numbers and sales revenue on an upward trend. However, overall profits slumped even further in 2013. Oman Air’s…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air appoints Turkey GSA

Mark Elliott Mar 10, 2014

Oman Air has taken on Katera Tourism Investment Group as general sales agents (GSA) for Turkey. The new company will take responsibility for offline sales in the Turkish market. The…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air codeshares with Srilankan Airlines

Mark Elliott Feb 27, 2014

Oman Air has inked a codeshare agreement with SriLankan Airlines. The agreement allows Oman Air’s customers to book seats on SriLankan Airline’s services from Muscat to Singapore, Male,…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air’s In-flight connectivity increased by 45% in 2013

Mark Elliott Feb 18, 2014

The last year number of passengers using in-flight connectivity on Oman Air’s OnAir-equipped Airbus A330s has increased dramatically. The airline has seven A330s fitted with both Mobile…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air hosts HIRAC workshops

Mark Elliott Dec 17, 2013

Safety is of prime importance for Oman Air. With this focus on mind, the airline recently held a series of one-day training workshops for staff involved in identifying and evaluating…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air, Turkish Airlines enter codeshare

Mark Elliott Dec 5, 2013

Oman Air and Turkish Airlines have signed a codeshare agreement covering services between Oman and Istanbul. The agreement was signed by Wayne Pearce, CEO of Oman Air and Temel Kotil…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air signs repair contract with Bombardier

Mark Elliott Dec 2, 2013

Oman Air has signed a repair agreement with Bombardier Aerospace.The eight-year contract will see Bombardier perform all repair work on Rolls-Royce Trent 700 inlet cowls for Oman Air’s…

Airlines and Aviation

RJ, Oman Air enter free sale codeshare agreement

Mark Elliott Nov 18, 2013

Royal Jordanian and Oman Air inked a free sale codeshare agreement thereby boosting passenger services to seven weekly flights between Amman and Muscat. Under the terms of agreement, the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air open to more airline partnerships

Mark Elliott Nov 6, 2013

Oman Air has said it is open to more airline partnerships and a double daily service from London as it looks to build on the success of the last 20 years. Speaking to Travel Daily,…

Airlines and Aviation

Bank Muscat, Oman Air come together

Mark Elliott Oct 1, 2013

Bank Muscat and Oman Air recently collaborated to launch a co-branded credit card. HE Darwish bin Ismail Al Balushi, minister responsible for financial affairs, was the guest of…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air boosts Salalah capacity

Mark Elliott Aug 26, 2013

In a bid to cater to increased passenger demand, Oman Air has added extra flights between Salalah-Muscat-Salalah. This is particularly for Salalah during the Khareef season, which started…

Features

Oman Air supports Salalah Tourism Festival 2013

Mark Elliott Aug 19, 2013

Oman Air will support this year's Salalah Tourism Festival. The festival will run from 10 August to 6 September, celebrating the history, culture and climate of Salalah.  Usama Bin…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air holds workshop for senior management

Mark Elliott Jul 31, 2013

Oman Air is current gearing up its senior staff for the opening of its new airports.  The airline has introduced the first of a regular series of management 'brainstorming' sessions…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air contributes to ‘Tab for Giving’ campaign

Mark Elliott Jul 16, 2013

Oman Air announced its support for an initiative that aims to help those in Oman who need artificial limbs.  The Tab for Giving campaign was launched by Safa Mazhoud AL – Abrawi, a…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air opens new premium check-ins

Mark Elliott Jul 15, 2013

Oman Air has formally opened its new first class and business class check-in lounge at Muscat International Airport.  The facility, which had a ‘soft’ launch earlier in the year, is…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air reveals average salary increase of 36%

Mark Elliott Jun 24, 2013

Oman Air staff have received an average pay increase of 36% between December 2010 and March 2013, according to a report in Arabian Business. The carrier has released the information in…

Airlines and Aviation

Travelport offers Oman Air seat selection

Mark Elliott Jun 18, 2013

Travelport and Oman Air have signed a new deal that will offer extra seat selection functionality for travel agents.  Agents using the Galileo and Worldspan GDS will now be able to…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air underlines safety initiative

Mark Elliott Jun 17, 2013

Oman Air highlighted its focus on safety when it hosted the recently concluded IATA, ICAO Safety Management Workshop at Hotel InterContinental in Muscat. The event was organised by Oman Air…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air expands long-haul fleet

May 23, 2013 10

Oman Air has placed a firm order with Airbus for three new A330-300 aircraft, as it seeks to expand its long-haul operations. The Muscat-based national carrier currently operates…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air orders Airbus A330s

Mark Elliott May 22, 2013 1

Oman Air has placed an order for three Airbus A330-300 wide-bodied aircraft. The aircraft will be operated on long-haul routes and amounts to an US718.2 million investment. “The…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air invests in staff training

May 22, 2013 15

Oman Air has increased its commitment to staff development, spending OMR2 million (US$5.2m) on training so far in 2013, following a OMR3.3m injection over the previous two years. In…

Global

Oman Air, Ethiopian ink code-share pact

Mark Elliott Apr 4, 2013 0

Oman Air recently entered into a code-share partnership with Ethiopian Airlines in the Muscat and Addis Ababa sector, offering a range of options for customers.  This code-share agreement…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air, Airbus showcase ‘The Little Engineer’ workshops

Mark Elliott Mar 26, 2013 19

Under the patronage of HE Mohsin Khamis Al Balushi Advisor, Ministry Of Commerce and Industry, chairman of the Public Authority for Manpower Registration, Oman Air and Airbus recently held…

Airlines and Aviation

Fleet expansion at Oman Air

Mark Elliott Feb 4, 2013 7

Oman Air is further expanding its fleet of Boeing 737-800s with the introduction of two additional aircraft, bringing the total fleet strength to 30.  The expansion follows shortly after…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air boosts economic development

Mark Elliott Nov 21, 2012 19

Oman Air launched a direct flight between Muscat and Jaaluni airport at Al Wusta Governorate located on the southern coast of Oman.  The inauguration took place on the sidelines of 42nd…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air’s National Day offer

Mark Elliott Nov 11, 2012 16

In light of the upcoming National Day, Oman Air on 18 November is offering a special promotion that offers 18% off return flights from Oman to 39 international destinations globally.  The…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches service to Tehran

Mark Elliott Sep 3, 2012 0

Oman Air launched its brand new service between Oman and Tehran on September 1st. The Omani delegation was received at the airport by a team consisting of HE Captain Hamid Reza Pahlevani,…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air renews Sabre Agreement

Mark Elliott Aug 4, 2012 14

Oman Air has renewed its reservations technology agreement with Sabre Airline Solutions. The multi-year agreement extends a long and established partnership between Oman Air and Sabre for…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air witnesses continued growth

Mark Elliott Jun 18, 2012 18

Oman Air has recorded continous growth in the first five months of 2012. Between January 1st and May 31st, 2012, the airline recorded net passenger revenue which grew by 28%, compared to a…

Appointments

Industry Appointments – Oman Air

Mark Elliott Jun 10, 2012 17

JANAB AL SAYYID CAPTAIN MANIN BIN KHALIFA BIN SAID AL-SAID has been appointed general manager, quality and safety for Oman Air. The role, which includes responsibility for Emergency Response…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches new Tehran service

Mark Elliott Jun 3, 2012 1

Oman Air will launch a new daily service between Muscat and the Iranian capital Tehran from September 1st, 2012. The new route will be operated using Oman Air’s new Embraer 175 regional…

Appointments

Latest Appointments – Oman Air

Mark Elliott Jun 2, 2012 19

JAFFAR JUMA AL LAWATI has been appointed as country manager - Oman for Oman Air. He will be responsible for achieving set targets of the hub station - Oman, by optimising sales revenue and…

Oman

Oman’s Ministry of Tourism, Oman Air partner for ‘Khareef’ summer campaign

Mark Elliott Jun 2, 2012 14

Oman's Ministry of Tourism has partnered with Oman Air to launch a summer travel campaign in time for Oman's 'Khareef' monsoon season in Salalah. Special packages unveiled include discounted…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air orders six Dreamliners

Mark Elliott Nov 14, 2011 13

Oman Air has placed an order for six Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners at the Dubai Airshow. The airline completed an arrangement with Boeing and Kuwait-based leasing company ALAFCO to transfer…

Oman

Oman Air launches luxurious new three-class service from London Heathrow

Mark Elliott Oct 24, 2011

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has launched a brand new three-class service this week on its flagship London Heathrow to Muscat route. The service is offered…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air and Bahwan Travel tie for landmark deal

Mark Elliott Sep 13, 2011

Oman Air has announced a new joint venture with Bahwan Travel Agencies, which will promote inbound tourism to Oman and outbound holidays to destinations served by the national carrier's…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air may launch economy only services

Mark Elliott Aug 7, 2011

Oman Air may launch economy-only flights on certain routes in its network, its CEO has told a Dubai-based publication.Speaking to Aviation Business, Peter Hill said the airline was…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air receives international recognition

Mark Elliott Aug 3, 2011

Oman Air's latest annual report has won awards and praise from the League of American Communications Professionals (LACP). The report won a Gold Award in this year's 2010 Vision Awards…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air wins Malaysian newcomer award

Mark Elliott Jul 24, 2011

Oman Air has beaten two other newcomer airlines to win the coveted "Promising New Foreign Airline of the Year" award in the sixth edition of Malaysia's KLIA Annual Award. Malaysia Airports…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air takes top business class prize

Mark Elliott Jun 22, 2011

Oman Air's Business Class seat has been named the best in the world at the World Airline Awards. The national carrier of Oman was presented with the Best Business Class Seat award at a…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air offers Audi A8s for first-class passengers

Mark Elliott Jun 22, 2011

Oman Air's First Class passengers departing Muscat International Airport can now benefit from the use of a chauffeur driven Audi A8 that will drive them from the airport's terminal to their…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air appoints new UK & Ireland manager

Mark Elliott May 30, 2011

Oman Air has appointed Rohan Alce as the airline's new country manager for the United Kingdom and Ireland.Based at the airline's London office in Chiswick, Alce will be responsible for…

Airlines and Aviation

Exclusive: Oman Air appoints new UK and Ireland manager

Mark Elliott May 27, 2011

Former Etihad VP Rohan Alce has been appointed as the new UK and Ireland country manager at Oman Air. Alce joins the airline from a senior management role at Etihad and has worked in the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air named ‘Best Luxury Airline’

Mark Elliott May 22, 2011

Oman Air has been named Best Luxury Airline, Middle East 2011 at the Business Destinations Travel Awards. The national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman triumphed despite stiff competition…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air relaunches Muscat-Zanzibar route

Mark Elliott May 18, 2011

Oman Air has re-commenced services between Muscat and Zanzibar. Flights now operate non-stop between the cities three times a week on Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays. Zanzibar represents the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air relaunches Salalah-Dubai route

Mark Elliott May 9, 2011

Oman Air has restarted its services between Salalah and Dubai. The route is operating twice a week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays.To celebrate the resumption of the flights, a ceremony was…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air adopts SITA fare solution

Mark Elliott May 3, 2011

Oman Air has become the fifth major carrier in the Middle East to adopt SITA's software solution for fares management, Airfare Insight, in a seven-year contract announced today. The new…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air secures four-star quality ranking

Mark Elliott Apr 24, 2011

Oman Air has been awarded an official four-star quality and service ranking following a recent Skytrax Airline Quality Audit. In addition, Skytrax has named Oman Air's Business Class seat as…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air debuts new Embraer aircraft

Mark Elliott Apr 14, 2011

Oman Air has unveiled the latest member of its fleet, the Embraer 175 at a ceremony organised at the Muscat International Airport. Oman Air is now the owner of two Embraer E jets, which will…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air makes gains despite loss

Mark Elliott Apr 7, 2011

Oman Air has recorded a 40% year-on-year increase in revenue for 2010. The airline's annual report showed that passenger numbers jumped 38% to 3.3 million, with load factors climbing 11…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air reports strong gains in 2010

Mark Elliott Apr 6, 2011

Oman Air has published its annual report for 2010, showcasing the airline's impressive growth during the year.Despite reporting a loss of more than $200 million for the year, the airline's…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air and BMI launch codeshare agreement

Mark Elliott Apr 4, 2011

Oman Air and BMI have launched a codeshare agreement that allows Oman Air's customers to book flights from Oman's capital of Muscat to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Belfast or Manchester, via London…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air and CFM celebrate partnership

Mark Elliott Mar 28, 2011

Oman Air and engine manufacturer CFM International have celebrated 10 years of cooperation together by marking the achievement of 500,000 engine flight hours on the airline's fleet of…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air eyes new destinations

Mark Elliott Mar 6, 2011

Oman Air will launch two new services to Moscow and Khartoum in the second quarter of this year, according to a Times of Oman report.The airline will use its 150-seater Boeing 737 aircraft…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air targets visitors to Muscat Festival

Mark Elliott Feb 28, 2011

Oman Air, the official carrier for Muscat Festival 2011, is manning an information stall for visitors to this year's event at the Qurum Natural Park. The stall is providing visitors…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air hosts Communications Summit

Mark Elliott Jan 30, 2011

Oman Air hosted its first 'Communications Summit' recently, which gathered more than 30 of the airline's strategic global communications partners.The Summit, which was the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air unveils new premium lounges

Mark Elliott Jan 24, 2011

Oman Air has unveiled new First Class and Business Class lounges at Muscat International Airport. The two lounges are located on the first floor of the terminal and combine modern interior…

Global

Oman Air launches sales to UK trade

Mark Elliott Jan 13, 2011

Oman Air has launched its winter sale to the UK travel trade following a successful pilot. The airline's sale covers online fares for services to Bangkok, Kathmandu, Male,…

Global

Oman Air boss claims Euro airlines lack vision

Mark Elliott Nov 12, 2010

European carriers are envious of the Gulf airlines they have accused of receiving state subsidies and lack the vision to emulate their competitors, Oman Air CEO Peter Hill has claimed.…

Global

UK trade boosts Oman Air load factor

Mark Elliott Nov 9, 2010

Oman Air has revealed that its load factor has grown since it became involved with the UK travel trade. As well as a range of fam trips and training sessions, the airline has held…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air to launch Kathmandu flights

Mark Elliott Aug 11, 2010

Oman Air, the National Carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, announces the commencement of services between Muscat, the Omani capital and Kathmandu, from 2nd September 2010.…

Global

Oman Air appoints Trawel Group GSA for Italy

Mark Elliott Jul 6, 2010

Oman Air has appointed Trawel Group as its General Sales Agent (GSA) for Italy. Trawel is an integrated group with a turnover of

Global

Oman Air sponsors country’s first World Cup Village

Mark Elliott Jun 14, 2010

As football fever sweeps the globe in the run-up to the 2010 World Cup, Oman Air has announced that it is to be the Official Carrier of the Sultanate of Oman's first ever World Cup…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches flights to Lahore, Islamabad

Mark Elliott Jun 7, 2010

Oman Air the national carrier of Oman celebrated its recently launched flights to Lahore and Islamabad with gala events hosted by the Management of Oman Air. In Islamabad, the occasion…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches flights to Lahore, Islamabad

Mark Elliott Jun 7, 2010

Oman Air the national carrier of Oman celebrated its recently launched flights to Lahore and Islamabad with gala events hosted by the Management of Oman Air. In Islamabad, the occasion…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air operates cyclone evacuation flights

Mark Elliott Jun 3, 2010

Oman Air announces the temporary cancellation of its flights number WY 627 and WY 635 to Ras al-Khaimah and Abu Dhabi, as the Oman Air aircrafts are being deployed to evacuate the…

Global

Oman Air promotes twin-centre tourism

Mark Elliott May 11, 2010

Oman Air is highlighting the twin-centre holiday opportunities for Oman and the UAE now that it has boosted its network between the two destinations.The airline's COO Barry Brown said Oman…

Global

Hertz partners with Oman Air

Mark Elliott May 10, 2010

Car rental company, Hertz, announced a new partnership with Oman Air's Sinbad frequent flyer programme at Arabian Travel Market last week. From 1 June, Sindbad members…

Global

New routes and GSAs for Oman Air

Mark Elliott Apr 26, 2010

Oman Air will launch daily service between Muscat and Al Ain on 3 May - the airline's fourth UAE destination after Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah.The carrier has also…

Global

Oman Air adds Al Ain to route network

Mark Elliott Apr 26, 2010

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman will launch on May 3rd its services between Muscat, capital of the Sultanate of Oman, and Al Ain, in the UAE. The…

Global

Oman Air appoints GSAs

Mark Elliott Apr 25, 2010

Oman Air has appointed General Sales Agents in three of its soon-to-be-launched-destinations, viz, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, Dar Es Salam in Tanzania, and Kathmandu in…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air appoints Nepal GSA

Mark Elliott Apr 25, 2010

Oman Air has appointed General Sales Agents in three of its soon-to-be-launched-destinations, viz, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, Dar Es Salam in Tanzania, and Kathmandu in…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches KL flights

Mark Elliott Apr 19, 2010

The fifth month of the year will see Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, open five new destinations to its rapidly expanding network. The first one is…

Global

Oman Air adds new UAE route

Mark Elliott Apr 19, 2010

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman will launch on May 2nd its services between Muscat, capital of the Sultanate of Oman, and Ras Al Khaimah, in the…

Global

Oman Air launches KL flights

Mark Elliott Apr 12, 2010

The fifth month of the year will see Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, open five new destinations to its rapidly expanding network. The first one is…

Global

Oman Air set to launch KL flights

Mark Elliott Apr 11, 2010

Oman Air will introduce a four times weekly service from Muscat to Kuala Lumpur on 1 May representing the airline's 33rd destination and the second one in the Far East, the other being…

Global

Oman Air welcomes new trainee pilots

Mark Elliott Apr 5, 2010

Oman Air, the national carrier of Oman, recently sent, 15 new Ab-initio Pilot Trainees to attend a Pilot Training Program with the Royal Melbourne Institute Of Technology in…

Global

Oman Air to launch eight new destinations in 2010

Mark Elliott Apr 4, 2010

Oman Air will add eight new destinations to its network in 2010 - Kuala Lumpur, Kathmandu, Dar-Es-Salaam, Islamabad, Lahore, Ras Al Khaimah, Al Ain and Milan…

Global

Oman Air launches Euro campaign

Mark Elliott Apr 2, 2010

Oman Air has joined forces with the Sultanate's hoteliers to launch a major tourism campaign aimed at luring more European tourists to the destination this summer.Branded Now is the…

Global

Oman Air flies new A330 to Paris

Mark Elliott Mar 30, 2010

One more of the new A330-300 aircraft, scheduled for delivery this year, joined Oman Air fleet last week. The brand new aircraft flew on its delivery flight from its home in…

Global

Oman Air introduces online check-in

Mark Elliott Mar 16, 2010

London, 15th March 2010: Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has announced that customers can now check in for their flights using the internet. The…

Global

Oman Air launches Internet and mobile services

Mark Elliott Mar 2, 2010

Marking a pioneering milestone in the history of aviation, Oman Air became the first airline in the world to offer both mobile and broadband internet on board its flights. Offering…

Features

Internet available on Oman Air flights

Mark Elliott Mar 2, 2010

Oman Air has become the first airline in the world to offer mobile and broadband internet on its flights. Besides the take off and landing time, passengers can use their mobile phones…

Global

Oman Air signs training contract with Spatial

Mark Elliott Mar 1, 2010

Oman Air, the National Carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has awarded a US $2.6M contract to Spatial Composite Solutions, the Dubai-based manufacturer of crew training…

Global

Oman Air to commemorate Sri Lanka flights

Mark Elliott Feb 22, 2010

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman will be commemorating its flights to the Sri Lankan capital of Colombo on February 26th. The flights to this destination were…

Global

Oman Air teams up with Wedding Show

Mark Elliott Feb 22, 2010

A marriage will be made in heaven this month, as luxury brands and world-leading designers unite to showcase exclusive wedding fashion, as well as dream reception and honeymoon…

Global

Oman Air helps restore historic ship

Mark Elliott Jan 24, 2010

Oman Air lends support to the prestigious maritime project - Jewel of Muscat, reaffirming its commitment to the Sultanate's initiative in upholding a glorious past tradition. As a…

Global

Oman Air offers mobile and Wi-Fi connectivity

Mark Elliott Jan 20, 2010

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, becomes the first airline in the worldto offer the full connectivity suite (Mobile OnAir and Internet OnAir) on its…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air in mobile phone first

Mark Elliott Jan 19, 2010

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, becomes the first airline in the world to offer the full connectivity suite (Mobile OnAir and Internet OnAir) on its…

Global

Oman Air signs FFP deal with Rotana

Mark Elliott Jan 2, 2010

Oman Air's, Sindbad Frequent Flyer Programme is pleased to announce a partnership agreement with Rotana, the leading hotel management company in the Middle East and North Africa.As…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air signs agreement with Rotana

Mark Elliott Jan 1, 2010

Oman Air's Sindbad Frequent Flyer Programme is pleased to announce a partnership agreement with Rotana, the leading hotel management company in the Middle East and North Africa. As a…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air praised for debt deal

Mark Elliott Dec 20, 2009

Jane's Transport Finance 2009 has recognized Oman Air's European Export Credit Agency Financing deal for their two A330-300 aircraft as the "Best Aircraft Debt deal of the Year 2009 - Middle…

Global

Oman Air aircraft deal leads Middle East

Mark Elliott Dec 20, 2009

Jane's Transport Finance 2009 has recognized Oman Air's European Export Credit Agency Financing deal for their two A330-300 aircraft as the "Best Aircraft Debt deal of the Year 2009 - Middle…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches US$10m ad campaign

Mark Elliott Dec 8, 2009

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is unleashinga new $10 million international advertising campaign this month. Thecampaign will run across broadcast,…

Global

Oman Air launches US$10m ad campaign

Mark Elliott Dec 8, 2009

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is unleashing a new $10 million international advertising campaign this month. The campaign will run across broadcast,…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air releases new advertising

Mark Elliott Dec 8, 2009

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is unleashing a new $10 million international advertising campaign this month. The campaign will run across broadcast,…

Global

Oman Air launches new three-class service from London Heathrow

Mark Elliott Nov 30, 2009

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, launched on 22 November a brand new three-class service on its flagship Muscat - London Heathrow route.

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air launches three-class service to London

Mark Elliott Nov 25, 2009

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, launched on 22nd November brand new three-class service on its flagship Muscat - London Heathrow route.The service is…

Global

Oman Air launches three-class service to London

Mark Elliott Nov 24, 2009

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, launched on 22nd November brand new three-class service on its flagship Muscat - London Heathrow route.The service is…

Global

Oman Air launches US$10m advertising campaign

Mark Elliott Nov 19, 2009

London, 18th November 2009: Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is unleashing a new $10 million international advertising campaign this month. The…

Global

Oman Air becomes Gulf’s newest E-Jet operator

Mark Elliott Nov 18, 2009

17th November 2009. Dubai: Oman Air signed a contract with Embraer today, for the purchase of five EMBRAER 175 aircraft from the E-Jets family at the Dubai Airshow. The signing ceremony…

Global

Oman Air becomes Gulf’s newest E-Jet operator

Mark Elliott Nov 18, 2009

17th November 2009, Dubai: Oman Air signed a contract with Embraer today, for the purchase of five EMBRAER 175 aircraft from the E-Jets family at the Dubai Airshow.The signing…

Global

Oman Air inks deal with Lufthansa Technik

Mark Elliott Nov 17, 2009

Oman Air, National Carrier of the Sultanate of Oman entered into a joint venture with Lufthansa Technik to provide technical support for the airline's modern and growing fleet and for…

Global

Oman Air unveils new luxury seats

Mark Elliott Nov 15, 2009

London, 29 October 2009: Oman Air will be giving visitors to World Travel Market (ExCeL, London, 9-12 November) an opportunity to experience some of the most luxurious seats…

Global

Oman Air launches flights to the Maldives

Mark Elliott Oct 29, 2009

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman launched on October 24th its new non-stop service between Muscat, capital of the Sultanate of Oman and Maldives. The new…

Global

Oman Air launches new Muscat service

Mark Elliott Oct 22, 2009

Oman Air has confirmed it is to launch a new daily service between Muscat and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport this week. Employing Oman Air's new fleet of Airbus A330 aircraft, the…

Global

Oman Air commences flights to Germany

Mark Elliott Oct 19, 2009

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman launched on September 30th its non-stop scheduled services between Muscat, capital of the Sultanate of Oman, and…

Global

Oman Air launches new A330 cabins

Mark Elliott Oct 9, 2009

Oman Air's brand new, much anticipated First Class Mini Suite is launched this week, together with new Business and Economy class seats, menus and uniforms when the airline's…

Global

Oman Air receives its first A330-200

Mark Elliott Sep 16, 2009

Oman Air has moved a step closer to its fleet expansion target when the airline took the delivery of its first Airbus A330-200. The aircraft was handed over to the airline at a ceremony held…

Global

Foreign firms eye Oman airport contracts

Mark Elliott Aug 27, 2009

Firms including South Korea's Hanjin Heavy Industries and India's Dodsal have been qualified to bid for three Omani airport contracts, Reuters reported officials saying on Wednesday.…

Global

Oman Air pens FFP deal with Shangri-La

Mark Elliott Jul 14, 2009

Oman Air's 'Sindbad' Frequent Flyer Programme (FFP) has announced a partner

Global

Oman Air Holidays joins Sindbad FFP

Mark Elliott Jul 1, 2009

Oman Air Holidays has teamed-up with the Sindbad Frequent Flyer Programme to offer members a range of holiday packages, topped with the benefit of earning Sindbad Miles. From 1 July…

Global

Oman Air, Rezidor sign FFP deal

Mark Elliott May 21, 2009

Oman Air's rapidly expanding Frequent Flyer Programme, Sindbad, has entered into a new partnership agreement with Rezidor Hotel Group. From 1 June, Sindbad members will earn…

Global

Oman Air unveils Business Class seat

Mark Elliott Mar 17, 2009

The new Business Class seat to be used in Oman Air's brand new Airbus A330 was unveiled at ITB Berlin by the airline's CEO, Peter Hill. Oman Air has just 20 seats fitted in its Business…

Global

Oman Air to launch four new routes

Mark Elliott Mar 10, 2009

Oman Air will fly to four more destinations in Europe and Asia this year, the company announced on Sunday. As previously reported in TDA, 2009 will see the launch of new routes…

Global

Face-to-Face: Peter Hill, CEO, and Barry Brown, Vice President - Commercial, Oman Air

Mark Elliott Feb 17, 2009

1) Oman Air has a great deal of competition in the Gulf. How do you intend to gain ground on your well-established regional rivals?PH - We certainly need to create our…

Global

2009: The Year of Oman Air

Mark Elliott Feb 17, 2009

Oman Air has high aspirations. Having decided just 20 months ago to part from Gulf Air and become the de-facto national carrier for Oman, this once small, local carrier is now…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Air sees 31% rise in passengers

Mark Elliott Feb 2, 2009

Oman Air has reported that it saw a 31% increase in passengers in 2008. According to airline statistics, the Muscat-based carrier served 1.98 million passengers last year, compared with…

Global

Oman Air expands Bangkok routes

Mark Elliott Oct 15, 2008

Oman Air will expand its flight operations to Bangkok, with the use of larger-capacity aircraft and more frequent flights, the Bangkok Post has reported. Ion a response to…

Global

Oman Air to offer live satellite TV

Mark Elliott Oct 9, 2008

Oman Air will fit its fleet of seven Airbus A330s with live satellite TV from July 2009, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has reported. The Rockwell Collins' Tailwind 560 in-flight…

Global

Oman Air sees 50% passenger growth

Mark Elliott Jul 25, 2008

Oman Air's rapid rise is continuing in 2008, according to the Centre forAsia Pacific Aviation. The airline carried 965,459 passengers in the first halfof 2008, an increase of…

Global

Oman Air to Bengaluru

Mark Elliott Jun 16, 2008

Omani flag-carrier Oman Air is starting flights to the Indian city of Bengaluru (Bangalore). Reuters said the launch of five weekly flights will represent the airline's 10th Indian…

Global

Oman Air offers in-flight mobile services

Mark Elliott Apr 3, 2008

Oman Air has joined a growing number of Middle East airlines planning to offer in-flight mobile phone services, BlackBerry and Internet access. From 2009, Oman Air passengers…

Air

Air India flight with all-woman cockpit crew successfully lands at Bengaluru airport

Megha Paul Jan 12, 2021

Air India’s longest direct flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru with an all-woman cockpit crew successfully landed in the southern city on 11 January

Airlines and Aviation

Oman’s Salam Air to take off at the end of January

Gemma Greenwood Jan 3, 2017

Oman's first budget airline, Salam Air, has reportedly revised it launch plans with passenger flights now set scheduled to commence on 30 January. The low-cost airline, which had…

Airlines and Aviation

Christmas comes early for Romanian kids with Ryanair 

Aaron Greenwood Dec 8, 2016

Ryanair has held its first ever Santa flight in Romania, flying 150 children from Craiova to Bucharest, onboard a specially chartered Ryanair Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The children are…

Airlines and Aviation

Turkish Airlines adds 3rd destination in Romania

Gemma Greenwood Sep 5, 2016

Turkish Airlines has added its third destination in Romania with the launch of flights to Cluj-Napoca, one of the most important academic, cultural industrial cities in the country.…

Airlines and Aviation

Thai AirAsia arrives in Oman

Mark Elliott Jun 29, 2016

Thai AirAsia X has continued its push into the Middle East with the launch of its inaugural flight to Oman. The long-haul low-cost carrier touched down in Oman's capital Muscat for the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman’s first budget airline to be called ‘Salam Air’

Mark Elliott Mar 2, 2016

Oman’s first budget airline will fly under the brand name 'Salam Air', according to Muscat National Development and Investment Company (ASAAS).  The name, which is derived from the…

Airlines and Aviation

British Airways deploys Dreamliners to UAE and Oman

Mark Elliott Jul 16, 2015

British Airways will soon take delivery of its first Boeing 787-9 aircraft in 2015 with UAE, Oman and Delhi routes to be served. The airline has announced that the new Boeing 787-9…

Airlines and Aviation

Extra baggage limit for Air India Express Oman flights

Mark Elliott Jan 18, 2015

Air India Express has announced enhanced Free Baggage Allowance (FBA) of 30 kilogrammes for all passengers travelling from Muscat and Salalah to its Indian destinations until March 11.…

Oman

Oman looks to achieve air transit hub status

Mark Elliott Aug 6, 2014

Oman's civil aviation sector received a boost recently with the official opening of the Transitional Air Traffic Control (ATC) Centre at Muscat International Airport by H E Dr Ahmed bin…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman tourism partners with Air Arabia

Mark Elliott Jun 17, 2014

The Oman Ministry of Tourism have recently partnered with Air Arabia. This is in line with the airline’s launch of three new flights to Muscat from Ras al-Khaimah (RAK). The…

United States

Woman gives birth in Chicago airport

Mark Elliott Jul 21, 2013

A woman has given birth to a boy in Chicago’s O’Hare airport after flying 7,200 miles from Abu Dhabi, it has been reported.  Inam Alghoul told American broadcaster CBS that: “Too much…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways boosts Oman services

Mark Elliott May 28, 2013 15

Qatar Airways has commenced services to Salalah. The Omani capital Muscat is already served 31-times-a-week and with the new four-a-week services to Salalah, Qatar Airways now flies a total…

Hotels

Kempinski, Fairmont foray into Oman

Mark Elliott May 23, 2012 17

The Sultanate of Oman's thriving tourism sector is set to welcome Kempinski and Fairmont whose presence will give Oman's skyline a major facelift. Preparations are on for both hotels to open…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman signs air services MoU with Australia

Mark Elliott Apr 11, 2011

Omani air services authorities have signed an air transport pact with Australia, paving the way for an open skies agreement between the two countries.The MoU will pave the way for the…

Airlines and Aviation

Airbus launches new biofuel project in Romania

Mark Elliott Mar 22, 2011

Airbus, together with a consortium of key stakeholders, has established one of Europe's first projects aiming to establish a sustainable processing and production of bio-kerosene jet-fuel.…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways adds Romania to route map

Mark Elliott Jan 18, 2011

Qatar Airways has begun its 2011 European expansion drive with new route Bucharest marking the airline's entry into the Romanian market. The launch of flights to Romania's capital city…

Global

Oman signs airport deals

Mark Elliott Jun 26, 2009

Oman's government has signed a series of agreements for the construction of several new domestic airports and the modernisation of the country's two international gateways in Muscat and…

Global

Oman awards airport contract

Mark Elliott May 13, 2009

Oman has awarded a construction contract worth OMR450 million (US$1.17 million) for the redevelopment of Muscat International Airport, according to a Bloomberg report. The airport…

By the Way

Airport-rage woman becomes YouTube star

Mark Elliott Feb 16, 2009

A video of a woman's hysterical reaction to missing a flight at Hong Kong airport has received more than 40,000 hits of video-sharing website, YouTube, news.com.au has…

Airlines and Aviation

Loganair showcases the women behind its charter flight business

Kanchan Nath Mar 10, 2023

Loganair has shone a spotlight on the all-female team leading its charter flight business, which is among the biggest of its kind in the UK.

Airlines and Aviation

Trevolution Group sells a record number of airline tickets in 2022

Kanchan Nath Mar 3, 2023

Trevolution Group, which operates International Travel Network, Asaptickets, Skyluxtravel, Aviajet, and other travel brands, reports its annual commercial results.

Airlines and Aviation

Next generation of aviation engineers graduate with Loganair

Kanchan Nath Feb 14, 2023

Trained on arguably the most diverse fleet of any commercial airline, six mechanical engineers have graduated following a four-year modern apprenticeship with the UK’s largest regional…

By the Way

American Airlines to transport over 417 tonnes of flowers from Europe to USA

Kanchan Nath Feb 10, 2023

American Airlines will fly over 417 tonnes of flowers from Amsterdam to the U.S. this Valentine’s Day, transporting the equivalent of 35 London buses of fresh tulips and roses for the…

Features

Romantic holidays on the rise

Kanchan Nath Feb 10, 2023

With Valentine’s Day approaching, Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have witnessed a 35% surge in demand for travel to celebrate the occasion of love.

Airlines and Aviation

Jazeera Airways announces record annual profits of KD20.1 million (USD65.7m) for 2022

Kanchan Nath Feb 8, 2023

Jazeera Airways, continuing robust growth, announced record net profits of KD20.1 million (USD65.7m) for the 2022 full year, an increase of 183.6% over 2021.

Hotels

Shangri-La Oman launches a collection of immersive and romantic experiences

Kanchan Nath Feb 8, 2023

Adjoining resorts Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah and Shangri-La Al Husn in Muscat have curated a dreamy programme for couples to rekindle relationships during the month of love.

Hotels

Shangri-La Al Husn Muscat designs ‘romantic experience’

Kanchan Nath Feb 3, 2023

Valentine’s is all about making an impression. Sweep off her feet with a collection of experiences on a two-day stay in the Royal Suite of Shangri-La Al Husn including limousine and…

Features

Seven secluded spots for your romantic proposal

Kanchan Nath Jan 27, 2023

Photography experts at ParrotPrint.com have named seven of the most secluded spots across the world where it’s perfect for loved-up couples to say ‘yes’! 

Global

FC Bayern Munich concludes successful return to Doha winter camp with Qatar Airways

Kanchan Nath Jan 17, 2023

Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FC Bayern Munich, welcomed back the European football giants to Doha for their 2023 Winter Training Camp

Airlines and Aviation

Wizz Air inaugurates three new routes from Europe to Jeddah

Kanchan Nath Jan 17, 2023

The new routes are a part of a line-up of 24 new routes to Saudi Arabia announced in recent months by Wizz Air.

Special Reports

Cirium: Iberia most on-time airline in Europe in 2022

Kanchan Nath Jan 3, 2023

Iberia has been named as the European leader for airline on-time performance for 2022 by Cirium, the global aviation analytics leader.

Airlines and Aviation

400,000 passengers took-off for holidays with Austrian Airlines

Kanchan Nath Jan 3, 2023

A family visit or heading off on vacation – many took the Christmas season as an opportunity for air travel. During the holidays Austrian Airlines welcomed about 400,000 passengers on board,…

Airlines and Aviation

Pact signed to operate 14 flights between Oman and Russia

Kanchan Nath Dec 29, 2022

The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Civil Aviation Authority, recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the field of air transport with the Federal Republic of Russia.

Airlines and Aviation

British Airways launches its biggest sale of the year

Kanchan Nath Dec 28, 2022

British Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched their biggest sale of the year, offering customers huge savings for bookings made before 31 January 2023.

Air

Hahn Air expands network with 14 new partner airlines in 2022

Kristin Mariano Dec 20, 2022

Hahn Air added 14 new carriers to its leading network of more than 350 airlines throughout 2022. With Hahn Air’s solutions, the partners can sell their flights in 190 markets,…

Airlines and Aviation

Jazeera Airways on a 5-year mark with its India operations

Kanchan Nath Dec 12, 2022

Jazeera Airways, Kuwait's low-cost airline, is operating regionally and internationally on a 5-year mark with its India operations and is anticipating stronger growth for the coming years.

Global

Eurowings doubles services at BER, the German capital’s airport

Kanchan Nath Nov 22, 2022

Eurowings is significantly expanding its presence at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) and extending its range of attractive direct destinations.

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara to fly to Oman

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2022

Vistara is launching its first scheduled passenger service to Oman, with the country’s capital Muscat (MCT) set to receive daily service from Mumbai (BOM).

Airlines and Aviation

All-female line-up at WTM’s BIG Airline Session

Kanchan Nath Nov 7, 2022

Female bosses from three leading airlines will take to the Future Stage at WTM London, today (November 7) to talk about the opportunities and challenges they’ve experienced on their way to…

Airlines and Aviation

Will supersonic aircrafts be the ‘speed savior’ game-changers?

Kanchan Nath Oct 18, 2022

As American Airlines becomes the third major carrier to place an order for Boom Supersonic’s new Overture jets, Jim Scott, co-founder at aircraft component supply specialist Artemis…

Airlines and Aviation

Fly direct Abu Dhabi to Moscow with Air Arabia from 18 Nov

Kanchan Nath Oct 4, 2022

The new direct flights will connect Abu Dhabi International Airport to Moscow Domodedovo Airport in Russia with a frequency of five flights weekly, starting from 18 November 2022.

Romania

Romania advises citizens to avoid travel to Russia

Kanchan Nath Sep 30, 2022

Due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania (MAE) has persistently repeated the recommendations addressed to Romanian citizens to avoid non-essential travel…

Road

MyTravelThru claims to be agile airport and non-airport transfer services – how true is it?

Kristin Mariano Sep 30, 2022

Travelling is easy and fun because of the airport transfer services. MyTravelThru was founded by Tan Mai in Vietnam just before the COVID-19 situation. Vietnam is a popular tourist…

Sports Tourism

Golf diplomacy highlights Oman’s tourism and investment potential

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2022

The Sultanate of Oman is leveraging golf as an elegant ambassador to highlight the natural beauty of the Sultanate for travellers and to promote its numerous investment opportunities.

Airports

Qatar to reopen Doha International Airport

Kanchan Nath Sep 8, 2022

Qatar will reopen Doha International Airport next week, ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2022 that is expected to draw more than a million visitors.

Airlines and Aviation

El Al selects TAL Aviation as its GSA in Romania and Moldova

Kanchan Nath Sep 6, 2022

From 1 September, TAL Aviation will also serve as El Al’s GSA (General Sales Agent) in the Eastern European Union nations, Romania and Moldova.

Hotels

Centara inks partnership deal with airasia rewards for travel to the Maldives

Kristin Mariano Aug 12, 2022

Centara Hotels & Resorts has announced a partnership with airasia rewards offering airasia members 40% off all-inclusive packages at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives and…

Here’s why Avalon Waterways’ Romantic Rhine River cruise should be on top of your bucket list

Kristin Mariano Jul 14, 2022

A romantic Rhine River cruise will take you to one of the timeless and historical rivers in Europe dotted with storied scenery including hillside castles, craggy cliffs, terraced vineyards…

TDIWTA

IWTA speaks with Christina Ho, SOARING HIGH! the airline pilot spreading good vibes

Megha Paul Jul 13, 2022

From her training days at Flight Training Adelaide to volunteering at Hong Kong Youth Aviation Academy (HKYAA) as an instructor, she dons many hats

Oman is Arabia’s best-kept travel secret

Juergen T Steinmetz Jun 29, 2022

Oman set to create the largest Oasis Park in the Middle East. The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Oman is Arabia’s best-kept travel secret

Airlines and Aviation

Singapore Air ranks as best airline for flying Business Class

Kristin Mariano Jun 27, 2022

According to a TradingPlatforms.com market analysis, Singapore Air offers the best Business Class experience globally. The site bases its conclusions on a study that compared offerings…

Air

Qatar Airways partners with other carriers for FIFA World Cup flights

Megha Paul May 27, 2022

As part of the commitment to make the first ever FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 hosted in the Middle East and Arab world an all-inclusive gala event, Qatar Airways has tied up with flydubai,…

Airlines and Aviation

Malaysia Airlines launches a Bonus Side Trip in Malaysia on selected tickets to Asia and Australasia

Kristin Mariano May 26, 2022

Malaysia Airlines is pleased to announce that it has re-launched its Bonus Side Trip product campaign where passengers can add a stop in Malaysia to their journey from the UK to Asia and…

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

VFS Global predicts spike in Thailand eVisa on Arrival demand ahead of Thai Airways resuming flights

Megha Paul Mar 29, 2022

Starting of Thailand eVOA services through VFS Global is expected to offer great convenience to customers travelling to Thailand

TDIWTA

IWTA speaks Monika Anggreni – Captain for AirAsia Indonesia

Caroline Tapken Mar 28, 2022

Monika Anggreni is a Captain with AirAsia Indonesia, with 13,000 flying hours under her belt since 2005. She joined AirAsia Indonesia in 2005 as a pilot after several false starts, and is…

Airlines and Aviation

American Airlines Suspends Sydney Flights

Joe Cusmano Mar 3, 2022

American Airlines has confirmed it will suspend flights from LA-Sydney from 5 May, in light of ongoing delivery delays on its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners.

Airlines and Aviation

Delta Cuts Ties With Russian Airline Aeroflot

Joe Cusmano Mar 1, 2022

Delta Airlines will no longer partner with Russian Aeroflot and has discontinued all codeshare and frequent flyer relationships due to the United States’ economic sanctions against the…

Airlines and Aviation

Airbus Cancels $6 Billion Deal With Qatar Airways Amid Law Suit

Joe Cusmano Jan 27, 2022

Qatar Airways had agreed to buy 50 new Airbus A321neo aircraft from Airbus. Still, the two companies have now become entangled in a bitter court battle, and Airbus has cancelled the…

Air

Woman Quarantines in Plane Lavatory After Testing Positive for COVID-19

Joe Cusmano Jan 11, 2022

After testing positive for COVID-19 mid-flight, a woman described her five-hour quarantine experience in a plane restroom.

TDIWTA

IWTA speaks with Celia Lao, GM Greater China Air Asia Digital

Caroline Tapken Dec 28, 2021

Meet Celia Lao, GM Greater China Air Asia Digital, since graduating from the University of Macau with a BBA (Hons) in International Marketing, Celia has immersed herself in the aviation…

Tennis superstar Emma Raducanu becomes global brand ambassador of British Airways

Megha Paul Dec 24, 2021

British Airways has named tennis superstar, Emma Raducanu, as its latest global brand ambassador

New Ginger hotel by an all-woman engineering team in Mumbai

Megha Paul Dec 23, 2021

Committed towards driving women empowerment and creating an equitable workplace across industries, Indian Hotels has collaborated with TATA Projects for the construction of the new Ginger…

Oneworld in talks with several airlines to join the alliance

Joe Cusmano Nov 2, 2021

The Oneworld alliance is looking to expand its membership to catch up with rivals SkyTeam and Star Alliance. As a result, several new airlines could join.

Oman and Greece sign visa waiver deal

Megha Paul Oct 22, 2021

Oman and Greece have signed an agreement on mutual visa waiver for holders of diplomatic, special and service passports between the Sultanate and Greece

Airlines and Aviation

Ladies and gentlemen, British Airways says no more

Joe Cusmano Oct 11, 2021

After becoming the latest airline to remove the term "ladies and gentlemen" from all onboard announcements, British Airways has been accused of trying to appease the woke brigade.

After Langkawi, Malaysia plans to reopen Melaka, Genting Highlands and Tioman Island in October

Kristin Mariano Sep 28, 2021

After the successful reopening of the Langkawi, Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has revealed that it is planning to reopen Melaka, Genting Highlands and Tioman Island next…

Airlines and Aviation

Delta Air Lines to charge unvaccinated employees $200 per month

Joe Cusmano Aug 31, 2021

Delta Air Lines will charge employees on the company health plan $200 per month if they do not get COVID-19 vaccinated, a policy the airline's top executive says is necessary because the…

Airlines and Aviation

US airline memo to staff: Please don’t duct-tape passengers

Kristin Mariano Aug 23, 2021

A passenger on a Frontier Airlines flight yelled for help after he was duct-taped to a seat by airline staff; he was restrained after he allegedly assaulted attendants.

Airlines and Aviation

Elevating Loyalty in the Airline Industry to New Heights

NaomiRozenfeld Aug 18, 2021

Back in the days of Pan Am and Concorde, flying was a glamorous experience. “Luxury” was the standard reference for airlines, yet since then the industry has gone from class to mass. …

Airlines and Aviation

American Airlines cancels 300 flights, most due to pilot shortage

Joe Cusmano Aug 9, 2021

American Airlines had to cancel nearly 300 flights only by early last week, mostly due to a lack of pilots, the Associated Press reported.

TD Syndicated Partner

Toronto airport to line up arrivals by vaccination status

Joe Cusmano Aug 3, 2021

Canada is not open for tourists; only essential travel is allowed.

Airlines and Aviation

Pax feared for lives during American Airlines security incident

Joe Cusmano Jul 15, 2021

Passengers aboard an American Airlines flight to Miami experienced a bizarre security incident on Thursday night with passengers admitting they were scared for their lives after an…

Airlines and Aviation

Woman gets duct-taped to seat after trying to open door in-flight

Joe Cusmano Jul 15, 2021

Flight attendants onboard an American Airlines flight are facing criticism for their unusual method of dealing with an unruly passenger after a video emerged of them duct-taping a woman to…

Air

Why so many people are fighting on airplanes

Joe Cusmano Jun 29, 2021

The number of people fighting in aircraft – attacking each other, abusing crew members orally and physically, and generally causing a scene – is higher than ever.

Airlines and Aviation

A woman assaults flight attendant as did not pick up her trash

Joe Cusmano May 12, 2021

A passenger onboard an American Airlines flight from Miami to New York JFK had to be restrained and was arrested on arrival on Sunday after allegedly attacking and assaulting a flight…

Global

New appointment: PATA gets first Asian American woman head

Megha Paul Apr 28, 2021

Liz Ortiguera will now become next chief executive officer effective 17 May 2021 for PATA succeeding Dr. Mario Hardy who will finish his term at the end of May

Tourism

UAE, UK, Oman, Australia impose travel curbs on India

Megha Paul Apr 23, 2021

United Arab Emirates (UAE), UK, Australia and Oman have joined the list of countries that have imposed travel restrictions on India in the wake of a massive surge in Coronavirus infections

Tourism

Oman launches roadmap for USD-155 million tourism project

Megha Paul Mar 17, 2021

Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism have signed an agreement with Qurm Stone Development for developing a tourism project in Muscat at an investment of USD 155 million

Interviews

Why passengers can rely on Qatar Airways for a safe journey

Kristin Mariano Mar 11, 2021

Here is a story of an airline that embraced the change and immediately adapted to the “new normal” while keeping the mission of “connecting families” at its core.

Hotels

Alila Hinu Bay “The latest luxury resort in Oman”

Joe Cusmano Feb 22, 2021

Set to open in May according to the booking system, Alila Hinu Bay is already making waves in Oman.

OTAs & Tour Operators

8 most romantic locations in the UK for a Valentine’s Day trip

Kristin Mariano Feb 4, 2021

Catbells Lakeland Walk in the Lake District could be the most romantic place in the UK to propose, according to a new study.

Reopening updates

Oman lifts travel ban from today

Megha Paul Dec 29, 2020

Oman’s Supreme Committee has decided to lift the ban on entry to and exit from the Sultanate through various land, air and sea outlets starting from 29 December

Sofitel Haikou adds French flair in Hainan Island

Kristin Mariano Dec 23, 2020

This newest opening is the 23rd Sofitel Hotel open in the brand’s network across Greater China.

Stay Thai, Your Style! Airbnb unveils domestic travel campaign for Thailand

Megha Paul Dec 8, 2020

As part of Airbnb’s ongoing commitment and in support of the government’s efforts to help drive Thailand’s tourism recovery, Airbnb has launched a domestic travel campaign Stay Thai, Your…

Ethiopia becomes India’s newest air bubble partner

Megha Paul Nov 19, 2020

The Civil Aviation Ministry in India said it has established a separate bilateral air bubble arrangement with Ethiopia for operation of special international passenger flights between both…

Reopening updates

India adds Netherlands and Tanzania in air bubble arrangement list

Megha Paul Oct 29, 2020

India has now entered into an air bubble agreement with the Netherlands and Tanzania

Ukraine is 17th country to have air bubble arrangement with India

Megha Paul Oct 15, 2020

India’s government has now established an air bubble arrangement with Ukraine which takes the tally of countries with whom it has such an arrangement to 17

The Sarojin offers a honeymoon package that goes beyond romance

Kristin Mariano Oct 5, 2020

The ‘Sarojin Cares Honeymoon’ package combines some of The Sarojin’s most popular romantic activities with unforgettable and rewarding excursions that benefit those most in need around the…

Meet Thailand’s top 100 luxury sellers at the first ever ‘Distinctly Thai Luxury & Romance Mart’

Kristin Mariano Sep 17, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched its Distinctly Thai campaign to promote Thailand’s luxury hotels and experiences.

Tanja Gruber’s new role for Austrian Airlines

Megha Paul Jul 6, 2020

Tanja Gruber, head of communications distribution and media relations of Austrian Airlines will assume the role of corporate spokeswoman and head of corporate communications on an…

Call from sky: Vilnius invites visitors with impressive flight of hot air balloons

Megha Paul Jun 15, 2020

flight of tourism representatives coincided with the very first hot air balloon competition after the COVID-19 pandemic

Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport ensures safe way to meet

Kristin Mariano Jun 3, 2020

In order to ensure people have a safe way of meeting up with friends and family in person, Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport has renovated their connecting rooms by installing a plexiglass…

Wizz Air to relaunch limited Luton services from 1 May

Megha Paul Apr 27, 2020

Wizz Air has announced the reopening of its London Luton base. Selected flights will return to service from 1 May, including those to Budapest in Hungary and Cluj-Napoca, Constanta,…

Features

Oman: The Paradise You Never Knew Existed

Chris Head Mar 3, 2020

Unearth the paradise that is Oman and find out why it is one of the safest places to holiday as well as learning about historical landmarks that you can visit there.

Swiss Belhotel stakes a claim in Oman with national debut

Alastair Newport Mar 2, 2020

Swiss-Belhotel International strode into the Oman market this week, with the soft opening of its first property in the country, Swiss-Belinn Muscat. Launched as part of the company's…

Global

Leva Hotels to manage two properties in Oman

Megha Paul Jan 30, 2020

Leva Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with the Golden Group Holding to manage two hotels in Muscat, marking the debut of the Leva brand in Oman. While the 85-room Safeer…

Scotch delights: ASVA makes history by appointing woman to top job

Megha Paul Jan 9, 2020

Susan Morrison, chief executive of The Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh, has been appointed as the new chair of the Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions (ASVA), the body…

Startups

Airbnb Experiences unveils Cooking to bring out secret family recipes

Kristin Mariano Nov 28, 2019

Airbnb Experiences has launched a brand new category of bookable experiences – Cooking. This has allowed people to have access to recipes and culinary traditions that were once reserved for…

20 for 2020: Airbnb’s top destinations to visit next year

Christian Tolentino Oct 29, 2019

Looking ahead to travel planning for next year, Airbnb is forecasting a growing interest in lesser-known and eco-conscious destinations across the world.

Munich Airport to offer nearly 200 destinations worldwide this winter

Megha Paul Oct 18, 2019

At the end of October, coinciding with to the end of daylight savings time, the winter timetable season will begin at Munich Airport. The new schedule will be launched on 27 October 2019…

DoubleTree by Hilton Melaka embraces woman’s touch

Megha Paul Sep 20, 2019

Awarded recently as the best company for women by Fairygodboss, the largest female career community where highly motivated women go to share authentic work and life experiences, Hilton…

7 luxurious and romantic experiences in Koh Samui

Kristin Mariano Sep 17, 2019

Looking for a romantic destination to pop the question or celebrate years of love, then Koh Samui is just the perfect place for you.

Hotel or Airbnb? 10 cities where it’s actually cheaper to book a hotel

Christian Tolentino Aug 13, 2019

Analysis from comparethemarket.com has revealed the average cost of a hotel compared to an Airbnb in 52 major cities around the world.

Tourism

Oman launches Khareef offerings

Megha Paul Jul 30, 2019

With tourists flocking to Salalah, Dhofar for the Khareef season to enjoy the area’s pleasant and cool weather, the Ministry of Tourism in Oman has been closely coordinating with…

OTAs & Tour Operators

UNIGLOBE Travel expands Middle East service in Oman and Dubai

Megha Paul Jul 23, 2019

UNIGLOBE Travel has expanded its network in the Middle East with the addition of UNIGLOBE Bahwan Travels in Muscat, Oman and UNIGLOBE Nasser Air Travel in Dubai, UAE. “At UNIGLOBE,…

Air

Hungary’s Wizz Air adds Kazan route, expands Marosvásárhely service

Megha Paul Jul 10, 2019

Hungary’s low-cost carrier Wizz Air is now expanding its portfolio. It has announced a new destination, Kazan, Russia, from the Hungarian gateway, alongside a significant frequency…

Air

SalamAir launches new Abu Dhabi-Salalah service

Megha Paul Jul 7, 2019

Oman’s homegrown airline SalamAir has launched a thrice-weekly service between Abu Dhabi and Salalah, allowing travellers from the UAE to conveniently visit the popular holiday…

Air

Etihad Airways expands partnership with Amadeus to foster long-term growth

Megha Paul Jun 27, 2019

Amadeus and Etihad Airways announced an extension of their longstanding partnership for distribution services across channels. The partnership falls under the renewed 10-year agreement…

Air

Etihad to launch ‘green season’ flights to Salalah, Oman

Megha Paul Jun 25, 2019

Etihad Airways is preparing to launch seasonal flights between Abu Dhabi and the beautiful coastal city of Salalah, southern Oman, in time for the region’s unique Khareef, or green…

Air

Gulf Air resumes Salalah flight

Megha Paul Jun 19, 2019

Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, celebrated its inaugural summer service to and from Salalah as the airline resumed this popular route. Gulf Air’s flight GF548 was welcomed…

Startups

For adrenaline junkies only: Airbnb targets thrillseekers

Kristin Mariano Jun 18, 2019

Airbnb unveils Airbnb Adventures - an expansion of Airbnb Experiences that includes the incredible opportunity for daring guests to channel their inner Phileas Fogg and travel around the…

Hospitality

Channel your inner Phileas Fogg with Airbnb Adventures

Megha Paul Jun 17, 2019

You can now enjoy a six-day Galapagos Slow Food Safari, experience the wonders of Oman or camp on a cliff in Colorado. All you have to do is just show up. An expansion of Airbnb…

Air

British Airways flight, Bravo Alpha Pappa, takes off to celebrate Father’s Day

Megha Paul Jun 17, 2019

To celebrate Father’s Day, British Airways surprised some of its fathers and their sons and daughters by offering them the chance to work together on a special long-haul flight. The…

Tourism

India is number 2 source market for Oman

Megha Paul Jun 6, 2019

With a double-digit growth of Indian tourist arrivals, Oman is betting big on the Indian outbound market.

Travel Agents

Bangkok Airways: Talking shop with Thailand’s boutique carrier at 50

Alastair Newport Oct 8, 2018

With Bangkok Airways hitting the big fifty in 2018, I sat down with Varong Israsena Na Ayudhya, VP of sales for the Thai regional airline to discover how it has grown since its inception,…

Hotels

Ritz Carlton’s Al Bustan Palace Oman’s grand makeover

Mili Oct 3, 2018

Marking a new era in its legacy, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel reopened following a period of enhancements that includes redesigned rooms and suites, refreshed Ritz Kids…

Hospitality

Millennium Hotels unveils Oman property, 11 more due to open in 2018

Christian Tolentino Sep 17, 2018

Millennium Hotels and Resorts has strengthened its presence in Oman with a fourth hotel property, Millennium Resort Salalah.

Airlines and Aviation

Royal Jordanian and Tunisair announce codeshare partnership

Alastair Newport Aug 30, 2018

Middle Eastern carriers, Royal Jordanian and Tunisair, have announced they have reached a conclusion to their negotiations for a free sale code share agreement this week.

United States

Uber hires former NTSB chair to advise on safety following fatal crash

Kristin Mariano May 14, 2018

Uber has announced that it hired Christopher Hart, the former chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, to advise the company regarding safety. The same organization is…

Air

Explore European Capital of Culture as part of three new flights from London’s best airport

Alastair Newport May 10, 2018

London Southend Airport, five times recipient of Which? magazine’s ‘Best London Airport’ award, is boosting its coverage this summer with three new services to Sicily, Sardinia and Malta…

Hospitality

Mandarin Oriental to add character and charm to the port capital of Oman

Christian Tolentino May 9, 2018

Mandarin Oriental Group has announced its plans for a new resort and branded residences in the port capital of Oman. Scheduled to open in 2021, Mandarin Oriental, Muscat will be the latest…

Hotels

The most romantic hotels in the world according to TripAdvisor reviews

Christian Tolentino Feb 12, 2018

Romance is in the air and we're giving you a list of the most romantic hotels in the world according to reviews from TripAdvisor.

Oman

G Adventures adds Oman in 2018

Jill Sayles Jan 19, 2018

G Adventures has released its 2018 collection of Classic trips featuring 34 new itineraries, including Oman. This is the first time the company has offered trips to the destination. The…

Tourism

Fujairah’s first destination beach club arrives this December

Jill Sayles Dec 5, 2017 6

Fujairah is set to welcome the region’s first destination beach facility. The Lava Beach Club is due to open to the public later this month. Spanning 2,600 sqm, the beach club will…

UK

Philippine Airlines introduce the B777-300ER to London-Manila

Alastair Newport Oct 6, 2017 18

Philippine Airlines launches the new B777-300ER aircraft on the London - Manila route, which substantially enhances the passenger travel experience and increases capacity for the airline.

Airlines and Aviation

Philippine Airlines launches B777-300ER on London-Manila route

Jill Sayles Oct 4, 2017 14

Philippine Airlines has launched the new B777-300ER aircraft on the London - Manila route. While the inaugural flight left Heathrow on 19 September, daily flights for the B777-300ER start…

United States

Adventure Angels Offer ‘Abundance Scholarship’ to Woman-Owned Adventure Travel Business

Mark Elliott Jul 10, 2017 0

The Adventure Angels in conjunction with the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) are thrilled to announce their second scholarship to support a female business owner from an emerging…

Airlines and Aviation

Foreign Airlines Association holds summer reception with new committee members

Jill Sayles Jul 7, 2017

The Foreign Airlines Association (FAA) recently held its summer reception at The May Fair Hotel in London.  Guest speaker was Graham Pickett, global head of aviation & travel and vice…

By the Way

Flight delayed after elderly woman throws “lucky” coins into engine

Mark Elliott Jun 28, 2017

A flight was late leaving Shanghai this week, after an elderly woman was spotted throwing coins into the aircraft's engine. The Shanghai Daily reports that the 80-year-old woman was…

Airlines and Aviation

British Airways offers new London route to Murcia

Jill Sayles Apr 28, 2017

British Airways has started to operate a twice-weekly summer service from Heathrow into Murcia-San Javier airport, offering easy access to one of the fastest-growing tourist regions in…

Airlines and Aviation

Ryanair warns of Brexit impact and airport charge threats

Aaron Greenwood Apr 19, 2017

Ryanair recently hosted a roundtable discussion in the European Parliament aligning tourism and aviation policy agendas, where it announced its support for the ‘European Capital of Tourism’…

Airlines and Aviation

UAE airports forecast 6.3% passenger growth in 2017 despite headwinds

Gemma Greenwood Apr 16, 2017

Despite sluggish global economic growth, low oil prices, ‘Trumponomics’ and Brexit, the UAE will lead Middle East passenger growth in 2017 with an annual increase of more than 6.3%,…

Airlines and Aviation

Helsinki Airport set for new airlines, routes

Aaron Greenwood Mar 25, 2017

Helsinki Airport will expand in 2017, with additional routes planned by new and existing operators.  Finnair and Norwegian will launch the highest number of new routes, and there will…

Hotels

Mövenpick makes moves in Muscat as first Oman property signed

Gemma Greenwood Mar 24, 2017

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has marked yet another milestone in its Middle East expansion strategy having inked an agreement with the Civil Service Employees Pension Fund to operate its…

Human Resources

Korean woman stands for UNWTO top job

Mark Elliott Mar 17, 2017

South Korea's Young-shim Dho is one of seven candidates in line to become the UN World Tourism Organization’s new secretary-general. Ms Dho is currently the chair of the UNWTO's…

Airlines and Aviation

SalamAir launches flights to Dubai

Gemma Greenwood Mar 1, 2017

SalamAir, Oman’s new budget airline, has launched its first international destination. The double daily service to Dubai will operate from Muscat International Airport to Dubai World…

Guest Column

Oman’s eco efforts

Gemma Greenwood Feb 23, 2017

Compared to its bustling neighbour Dubai, Oman’s quiet, natural and fairly tourist-free — for now. “I’ve seen a growing request for travels to Oman,” says Simon Cameron, founder and…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways launches long-awaited Skopje service

Gemma Greenwood Feb 15, 2017

Qatar Airways has confirmed the start date of its long-awaited scheduled direct service to Skopje, the capital of the Republic of Macedonia, with four-weekly flights beginning 17 July 2017.…

United States

Elliot Hool, CMO of SimpleOrder Talks Romantic Destinations for Valentine’s Day

Simon Willmore Feb 11, 2017 0

With Valentine's Day approaching, romantic destinations are growing in popularity, with many people looking to surprise their partner on February 14. What are the most romantic restaurants…

Five Romantic Getaways You Don't Want To Miss

Simon Willmore Jan 6, 2017 0

With the New Year upon us, it's time to start planning where you'll go with your sweetheart in 2017. Of course romance means different things for different people, so we've included five…

Airlines and Aviation

Thai AirAsia X pulls out of Middle East

Mark Elliott Dec 22, 2016

Thai AirAsia X is suspending all of its Middle Eastern operations, just a few months after it entered the region, the Bangkok Post reports. The Bangkok-based low-cost carrier started…

Airlines and Aviation

Air NZ showcases Northland in latest safety video

Mark Elliott Dec 14, 2016

Air New Zealand’s has released its latest novelty in-flight safety video, which sees an all-star cast showcase the main tourism sites in the country’s Northland region. The new…

Tourism

Abu Dhabi appoints new heads of airport and tourism entities

Gemma Greenwood Dec 4, 2016

Abu Dhabi has revamped the boards of two key state-owned entities, Abu Dhabi Airports and the Tourism Development Investment Company (TDIC), appointing a new head for each. Awaidha…

Airlines and Aviation

US Bangla Airlines launches flights to Muscat

Gemma Greenwood Nov 15, 2016

US Bangla Airlines now operates non-stop flights from Dhaka and Chittagong to Muscat. The four weekly flights are operated by two B373- 800 aircraft. According to US Bangla team, the…

UK

British Airways celebrates first anniversary of the Dreamliner launch with special fares from Abu Dhabi to London

Gemma Greenwood Nov 6, 2016

British Airways has announced a special fares campaign to mark the one-year anniversary since the launch of the Dreamliner 787-9 on its Abu Dhabi to London service.  The special fares…

Oman

Oman ranks among top 10 travel destinations globally

Gemma Greenwood Nov 6, 2016

Leading travel publication Lonely Planet has ranked Oman eighth in the world among top countries to visit in 2017.  It is the only Middle East country to make it on the list list and…

Tourism Boards

Oman Tourism conducts four-city India roadshow

Gemma Greenwood Oct 23, 2016

Oman’s Ministry of Tourism and Oman Air have conducted multi-city roadshows in India in a bid to boost tourism numbers from the Sultanate.  The roadshow commenced on 19 September at…

Oman

AVIAREPS’ Middle East travel caravan lands in Oman

Gemma Greenwood Oct 22, 2016

The AVIAREPS Middle East Travel Caravan 2016 has reached its final destination - Oman. The event is a calendar of travel industry networking events that brings together some of the…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways and NATS in new collaboration

Gemma Greenwood Oct 18, 2016

Etihad Airways is working with air traffic management specialists, NATS, to help deliver operational enhancements across its network, and improve the way the airline works with air traffic…

Hotels

Iconic Sheraton Oman re-opens its doors

Gemma Greenwood Oct 14, 2016

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts has re-opened the doors to the iconic Sheraton Oman following a transformative renovation of its guestrooms, public spaces and food and beverage offerings.…

Airlines and Aviation

Gulf airlines ban use of Note 7 on aircraft

Gemma Greenwood Sep 14, 2016

Travellers who own Samsung’s fire-prone Note 7 smartphone will no longer be able to use or charge them while on board several Gulf carriers.  Etihad, flydubai and Oman Air have all…

United Arab Emirates

Etihad Airways Medical Centre hosts aviation health conference

Gemma Greenwood Sep 5, 2016

The Etihad Airways Medical Centre has hosted the 4th annual Aviation Health Conference in Abu Dhabi.  The event, which took place from 3 to 4 September under the theme ‘Ophthalmology…

Tourism Boards

Oman Tourism to conduct Indian roadshow

Mark Elliott Aug 19, 2016

Oman's Ministry of Tourism will conduct multi-city roadshow in India next month. Taking place from 19 to 26 September, the event will see Omani tourism representatives, including…

Oman

Bank Muscat joins Oman’s Ministry of Tourism to host social media personality

Gemma Greenwood Aug 15, 2016

Bank Muscat and Oman’s Ministry of Tourism have joined forces to host the country’s renowned social media personality Sheikh Majed Al Sabah. During his week-long stay the ‘Discover Oman’…

Airlines and Aviation

RAK Hospital partners with Ethiopian Airlines to facilitate medical tourist from Africa

Gemma Greenwood Jul 31, 2016

RAK Hospital has partnered with Ethiopian Airlines to facilitate specialised treatments and health checks for medical tourists from African countries. The hospital will provide medical,…

Hotels

First InterCityHotel outside Europe opens in Oman

Aaron Greenwood Jul 27, 2016

German hotel operator Steigenberger has opened its first InterCityHotel outside Europe in Oman’s southern region of Salalah.  Located in the heart of Salalah’s central business…

Airlines and Aviation

Salalah Air set for a November launch

Gemma Greenwood Jul 22, 2016

Oman’s newest airline, Salalah Air, will start operating short-haul domestic services across the Sultanate from November, the carrier’s CEO and founder has said.  In an interview with…

Airlines and Aviation

Ethiopian Airlines launches daily Muscat service

Gemma Greenwood Jul 4, 2016

Ethiopian Airlines has launched a daily service to Muscat. The carrier started operate flights from Addis Ababa to the Omani capital on 1 July. The new service will connect Oman…

Airlines and Aviation

Muscat welcomes first AirAsia X flight  

Gemma Greenwood Jul 1, 2016

Thailand’s AirAsia X has launched services from Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport to Muscat International. The direct three times weekly service started on 28 June and operates on Tuesday,…

Airlines and Aviation

Turkish Airlines expands its network

Mark Elliott Jun 16, 2016

Turkish Airlines has announced its intent to add flights to Cluj, in addition to existing services to Bucharest and Constanta. This is the airline’s third destination in Romania. Cluj…

Airlines and Aviation

Royal Jordanian expands code-share partnership with Qatar Airways

Mark Elliott Jun 14, 2016

Royal Jordanian has announced an expansion of the code-share agreement with Qatar Airways. This new agreement will see addition of six new destinations to ‌Royal Jordanian’s network.…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Oman’s MICE industry to get a boost

Mark Elliott Jun 1, 2016

Oman is set to become a major regional centre for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) following establishment of the new Oman Convention Bureau by the Ministry of…

Airlines and Aviation

Austrian Airlines adds capacity for Euro championships

Aaron Greenwood May 30, 2016

With UEFA Euro 2016 looming, Austrian Airlines is deploying larger aircraft and increasing frequencies for flights between Vienna and Paris and Vienna and Lyon. On balance, the carrier…

Airlines and Aviation

Thai AirAsia X moves further into the Middle East

Mark Elliott May 18, 2016

Following the recent announcement of its first flights to Iran, Thai AirAsia X has continued its Middle Eastern expansion with the launch of services to Oman. The new direct service…

United Arab Emirates

Women in the spotlight at the Airport Show 2016

Mark Elliott May 8, 2016

In a bid to empower women professionals in the aviation sector, the Airport Show 2016 will provide a dedicated platform to support ‘Arab Women in Aviation’. The show will also inspire…

Oman

Oman’s MICE sector to get a boost

Mark Elliott Apr 27, 2016

Progress for the construction of the new Oman Convention Bureau was recently announced by the Ministry of Tourism, Oman. Details of the new Bureau’s operating remit and planned…

Hotels

Macau embraces French flair for its latest mega-resort

Mark Elliott Apr 26, 2016

It already allows guests to take gondola rides along an indoor Venetian canal, and soon, in its latest journey into European kitsch, Las Vegas Sands will offer visitors to Macau the chance…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways increases capacity to Salalah

Mark Elliott Apr 20, 2016

Qatar Airways recently announced its intent to add an additional 10 flights per week from Doha to Salalah. The additional flights are to meet the demand of the Khareef season which…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Oman showcases its MICE facilities at IMEX Frankfurt

Mark Elliott Apr 20, 2016

Oman’s Ministry of Tourism represented by HE Undersecretary Maitha Al Mahrouqi has announced its participation at IMEX 2016. The exhibition will provide the Ministry with a platform…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways partners with NBAD

Mark Elliott Apr 10, 2016

Etihad Airways has selected National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) as its Middle East Strategic partner for transactional banking services. Under the agreement, NBAD will provide the…

Airlines and Aviation

Shaheen Air to commence Muscat-Islamabad service

Mark Elliott Apr 4, 2016

Shaheen Air, a private Pakistani airline recently announced the launch of its Muscat-Islamabad flight effective 5 April 2016. The service will run once a week on Tuesdays. The airline…

Hotels

Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara boosts its Omanisation efforts

Mark Elliott Apr 4, 2016

The Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas will highlight its indigenous-inspired hospitality to Salalah with the employment of over 70 local Omanis. This is for the  pre-opening roster…

Airlines and Aviation

No terror link in Egyptair hijacking

Mark Elliott Mar 30, 2016

The hijacking of an Egyptair flight yesterday was not the work of terrorists, and the belt the hijacker claimed was a suicide bomb was fake, it has been confirmed. The man, identified…

Airlines and Aviation

BREAKING: Egyptair hijacker arrested, in custody

Mark Elliott Mar 29, 2016

The hijacker of an Egyptair aircraft that was forced to land in Cyprus has reportedly been arrested and taken into custody. According to Egyptian state-owned media, the hijacker, Seif…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman boosts its tourism awareness in KSA

Mark Elliott Mar 27, 2016

The Sultanate of Oman's Ministry of Tourism, in cooperation with Oman Air continued its campaign ‘Discover Oman's Beauty’ Workshop at Movenpick Jeddah. The campaign, which was…

Airlines and Aviation

Gulf Air opens Pakistan call centre number

Mark Elliott Mar 22, 2016

Gulf Air recently opened a local call centre number in Pakistan to serve customers and passengers from any Pakistani city. The Pakistan-based customers can call +92 21 3565 4483 to…

Hotels

HMH continues Oman expansion

Mark Elliott Mar 16, 2016

Hospitality Management Holdings (HMH) recently announced its intent to enhance its presence in the Oman market. In this light, Muzn Oman Commercial (S.A.O.C.) signed a management…

Airlines and Aviation

Jet Airways to launch Delhi-Muscat flights

Mark Elliott Mar 1, 2016

Jet Airways will expand its Middle Eastern network this month with the launch of a new flight between Delhi and Muscat. Commencing on 21 March 2016, the Indian airline will operate…

Airlines and Aviation

West Midlanders flight habits revealed by Qatar Airways

Mark Elliott Feb 17, 2016

Qatar Airways has revealed the travel habits of West Midlanders ahead of its inaugural flight to Birmingham in the UK in March.  The findings, based on interviews with 1,000 people in the…

Hotels

Golden Group, Taameer Investment and Rotana in an agreement for new hotels in Oman

Mark Elliott Nov 11, 2015

In a recent development, Golden Group of Companies and Taameer Investment SAOC signed an agreement to build one of the largest hotels chain in alliance with Rotana group in Muscat, Sohar…

Airlines and Aviation

Costa Cruises signs air services deal with Neos

Aaron Greenwood Oct 28, 2015

Costa Cruises has signed a three-year partnership with Italian airline Neos that will allow passengers leaving from Italy to connect with their vessels in ports in the Caribbean, Dubai and…

Airlines and Aviation

Blue Air and Amadeus sign tech partnership

Gemma Greenwood Oct 26, 2015

Romanian airline Blue Air and Amadeus have announced a tech partnership that will bring a wide range of Blue Air flights and fares on European routes to online and offline Amadeus…

Airlines and Aviation

Air India relaunches business class on Mumbai route

Mark Elliott Oct 26, 2015

Air India recently announced its intent to relaunch its business class to Mumbai. The airline has also launched free baggage allowance of 50 kgs in business class to Mumbai and…

Hotels

Maisarah inks an agreement with Shaza Oman

Mark Elliott Oct 13, 2015

Maisarah Islamic Banking Services signed an agreement with Shaza Oman to finance construction of its flagship five-star hotel in Muscat. The agreement was signed by Abdul Hakeem Al…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways recognise women’s role in aviation

Mark Elliott Aug 25, 2015

In light of the recognition towards women, Etihad Airways will mark the inaugural Emirati Women’s Day by hosting a series of events. The events will be held under an apt theme…

Airlines and Aviation

UK top market for European low-cost airlines

Aaron Greenwood Aug 24, 2015

The UK is Europe’s biggest market for low-cost airlines, with 935 routes available this summer, according to a new study published by Gopili.  More than 5,000 destinations are served…

Airlines and Aviation

Arabic call centre launched by Turkish Airlines

Mark Elliott Jul 6, 2015

In an effort to enhance its customer service with Arabic speaking clientele, Turkish Airlines recently launched an Arabic Call Centre. Arabic-speaking passengers booking or travelling…

Oman

Muscat Airport readies for a facelift

Mark Elliott Jul 6, 2015

Recent reports stated that the expansion work at Muscat International Airport is on track and will be completed on time, as reported by Times of Oman. In a recent development, Oman…

Oman

Salalah welcomes its new international airport

Mark Elliott Jul 1, 2015

Salalah recently welcomed the new airport which boasts the latest facilities and equipment. The airport includes a passenger terminal of more than 65,000 square meters and can…

Ocean Cruising

MSC cruises partners with Etihad Airways

Mark Elliott Jun 25, 2015

MSC Cruises S A and Etihad Airways have recently entered into a new partnership agreement that will benefit MSC Cruises' guests travelling to Abu Dhabi and UAE. The partnership will…

India

Delhi airport witnesses technical snag

Mark Elliott Jun 10, 2015

A recent immigration technical snag at Indira Gandhi International airport has left many passengers stranded, as reported by Economic Times. The problem identified by officials was…

Tourism Boards

Oman Tourism conducts multi-city roadshow in India

Mark Elliott Jun 3, 2015

Oman's Ministry of Tourism recently conducted a roadshow in India, meeting the country’s travel trade in four cities. Events were held in Chennai, Bengaluru, Delhi and Mumbai, and…

Oman

Oman showcases its tourism project

Mark Elliott May 5, 2015

Oman’s Ministry of Tourism is showcasing several important projects during the 2015 Arabian Travel Market. Some of the projects include the international airports in Muscat and…

United Arab Emirates

Hosted buyer list increase at the Airport Show

Mark Elliott Apr 30, 2015

The 15th edition of Airport Show is growing in numbers. As per recent reports, the event scheduled to take place from 10-12 May will witness record participation of 127 Hosted Buyers.…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways to boost Middle East and European frequencies

Mark Elliott Apr 20, 2015

The Middle East and Europe routes for Qatar Airways will witness a boost. The airline will increase the frequency of weekly flights to 10 of its destinations throughout the Middle…

Oman

Number of Omani tourist to India remain unchanged

Mark Elliott Mar 16, 2015

Recent statistics state that number of Omani tourists arriving in India remains unchanged, in spite of rising number of H1N1 flu deaths in the South Asian country, as reported by Times…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman, Brunei agencies to set up aviation leasing firm

Mark Elliott Mar 11, 2015

Oman's State General Reserve Fund (SGRF) and Oman Brunei Investment Company (OBIC) recently announced the alliance to set up Oman Brunei Aviation Leasing Company (OBALC). This company…

Oman

Oman’s MoT kicks off KSA roadshow

Mark Elliott Mar 11, 2015

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia recently played host to Oman's Ministry of Tourism’s first roadshow in 2015. The objective of the event was to intensify its campaign to promote the…

Oman

Oman boosts border security with SITA

Mark Elliott Mar 11, 2015

In an effort to secure its regional borders, the government of Oman has deployed border management systems from SITA. These systems are being deployed to facilitate visitor movement…

Travel Agents

Win a Fifty Shades holiday to Toronto with Belleair Holidays

Mark Elliott Feb 27, 2015

Belleair Holidays has launched its Fifty Stays in May agent incentive with a Grey-Steele top prize of a five night trip to Seattle, home of Christian Grey, the lead in Fifty Shades of Grey.…

Airlines and Aviation

Gulf Air opens Muscat sales office

Mark Elliott Feb 22, 2015

Gulf Air recently opened its new sales office in Muscat. The new office was opened under patronage of the ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the Sultanate of Oman HE Mohammed…

Airlines and Aviation

Air India Express plans fleet expansion

Mark Elliott Feb 16, 2015

Air India Express, the low-cost subsidiary of India's national carrier, is planning to expand its fleet with the addition of multiple new aircraft over the coming years. The Economic…

Airlines and Aviation

Omani cuisine on showcase

Mark Elliott Jan 15, 2015

Oman Air’s catering unit is keen to highlight authentic Omani cuisine to international audiences. The catering unit under leadership of general manager - Oman Air Catering Jassim Al…

Airlines and Aviation

Salalah gets additional Qatar Airways connectivity

Mark Elliott Dec 17, 2014

The growing potential of Salalah as a tourism hot spot is fast being recognised. Catching up on this trend is Qatar Airways with its announcement of four new services by next February on…

Tourism

AMCT concludes in Cairo

Mark Elliott Nov 30, 2014

The recent Arab Ministerial Council on Tourism (AMCT) focused on several issues including a study by the Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) on criteria of selecting observers in AMCT…

Oman

Oman rolls out strategic tourism master plan

Mark Elliott Nov 19, 2014

Oman is gearing up for a stronger tourism season. The country is charting out strategic plans to boost its tourism industry. One of the key highlights is the 30-year tourism plan…

Oman

Oman tourism poised for the big time

Mark Elliott Oct 26, 2014

Oman is primed to lead tourism growth in the Middle East as the Sultanate invests heavily in growing this sector. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), total…

United Arab Emirates

Ducab, Abu Dhabi Airports partners for expansion project

Mark Elliott Oct 21, 2014

Ducab has partnered with Abu Dhabi Airports on the Midfield Terminal Building (MTB). Set to open its doors in July 2017, the MTB multi-billion dollar expansion plan will be one of the…

Oman

Omani youth a focus for Muriya

Mark Elliott Oct 20, 2014

Muriya recently welcomed members of the National Youth Commission, along with youth representatives from various sectors to its Salalah Beach destination. The chairman of Muriya,…

Oman

OCEC taps into Oman’s business potential

Mark Elliott Sep 29, 2014

The Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC) is looking to aggressively promote the business potential of Oman to European countries. The Centre is participating in a four-leg…

Hotels

Oman tourism struggles to recruit

Mark Elliott Sep 15, 2014

Tourism executives in Oman are calling for talented workers to drive sector growth, but often they find their calls unanswered. "We are in need of Omani men and women who are willing…

Hotels

Accor expands ibis Styles brand in Oman

Mark Elliott Sep 10, 2014

Accor Hotel Services Middle East has signed a management agreement with Action Hotels to develop an ibis Styles hotel in Sohar, Oman. Design of the three-star hotel is underway, with…

Airlines and Aviation

Luton Airport evacuated after suspicious item detected

Mark Elliott Sep 8, 2014

Luton Airport was evacuated and incoming flights suspended after a suspicious suitcase was detected by a security scanner. A spokeswoman for the airport said the airport had evacuated the…

Airlines and Aviation

Kuwait Airways to buy 10 Boeing 777 jets

Mark Elliott Aug 21, 2014

Kuwait Airways plans to buy 10 Boeing 777 jetliners, as reported by Al Qabas yesterday. The report, citing unnamed sources, said that the KAC Board of Directors has issued a directive…

Airlines and Aviation

More airlines avoid Iraqi airspace

Mark Elliott Aug 11, 2014

Oman Air has become the latest airline to announce its flights will avoid Iraqi airspace. The carrier said flights between Europe and Beirut will now be longer as a result of the…

Airlines and Aviation

Romanian carrier announces Liverpool route

Mark Elliott Jul 23, 2014

Romanian airline Blue Air has announced new flights from Liverpool to Bucharest.  The new route will commence on 15 December, having already been operating services between London to…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

UAE and Oman to represent MidEast at MICE Congress

Mark Elliott Jul 16, 2014

Companies from the UAE and Oman are representing the Middle East at the MICE India & Luxury Travel Congress at the Palladium Hotel in Mumbai on 24th-25th July. During the two day…

Tourism

Sharjah Festival excels: Al Noman

Mark Elliott Jul 9, 2014

The celebrations for Sharjah Capital of Islamic Culture 2014 coupled with the holy month of Ramadan events have excelled said HE Mohamed Ali Al Noman, chairman, Sharjah Commerce and…

Airlines and Aviation

Khareef season may result in increased air capacity

Mark Elliott Jul 8, 2014

The forthcoming annual Khareef season may see some airline make plans to increase flights to Salalah. flydubai is contemplating increasing number of flights to Salalah from Dubai. A…

Airlines and Aviation

Air France unveils new first class suite

Mark Elliott May 7, 2014

Air France has unveiled its new La Première first class suite at an event in Shanghai. The new product, which will be rolled out across the airline's fleet of Boeing 777-300 aircraft,…

Oman

Oman’s tourist arrivals up 24%

Mark Elliott Apr 28, 2014

Oman’s travel and tourism numbers have witnessed strong growth rate. The industry’s contribution to the GDP is expected to rise by 10.2% at OMR 1.08 billion in 2014. The direct…

Airlines and Aviation

Bigger participation at the Airport Show

Mark Elliott Apr 20, 2014

The fast approaching Airport Show will see a bigger hosted buyer programme. The 14th edition will take place from 11-13 May 2014 in Dubai. This event has already attracted 71 hosted…

Airlines and Aviation

Jaipur get a flavour of Oman

Mark Elliott Apr 10, 2014

The pink city of Jaipur played host to the sales teams from Oman Air. The airline held its India Business Review and team orientation programme in the city. The event was presided by…

Airlines and Aviation

Airlines rewarded for amenity bags

Mark Elliott Apr 9, 2014

Alitalia and Lufthansa were among the European airlines that received awards for their amenity bags earlier this week. Alitalia took the prize for best amenity bag female and male in…

Hotels

Centara expands presence in Oman

Mark Elliott Apr 9, 2014

Oman is fast witnessing a boom in hotel development. This is evident from new chains expanding their presence in the region. One of them is Centara Hotels & Resorts with the opening…

Oman

Tourism in the forefront for Oman

Mark Elliott Feb 12, 2014

Oman is keen to retain its share of the tourism pie. This country is developing new hotels and resorts and bringing them to market is one of the top priorities. A number of large-scale…

Hotels

Oman to witness launch of new hotels in 2014: Omran

Mark Elliott Jan 30, 2014

A number of hotels being developed by Omran either independently or in joint venture with strategic investors are due to come into operation over the course of this year. At the same…

Hotels

Shangri-La’s Barr Al Jissah contributes to Oman’s growth

Mark Elliott Jan 29, 2014

Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa is being considered a key contributor to the economic growth of Oman. The hotel not just provides employment for Omani residents but…

Oman

Oman short breaks unveiled

Mark Elliott Jan 21, 2014

In a bid to cater for the growing demand of the upcoming tourist season, Oman Air and Oman's Ministry of Tourism have announced the launch of 'Oman Short Breaks'. This initiative offers…

India

Oman hosts FAM for Indian agents

Mark Elliott Jan 15, 2014

Oman’s Ministry of Tourism, along with Oman Air conducted a familiarisation (FAM) trip for Indian agents.  The group consisted of senior management from tour operators from Mumbai,…

Bahrain

Face to Face: Rashid AlGaoud, Gulf Air

Mark Elliott Jan 14, 2014

Gulf Air has been going through a restructure recently and continues to operate despite heavy competition in the Middle Eastern airline market. Travel Daily UK caught up with the…

Airlines and Aviation

Wizz Air reports 12% growth

Mark Elliott Jan 14, 2014

Wizz Air recently announced its 2013 figures which show that the airline carried 13.5 million passengers last year. This resulted in a growth of 12% year-on-year. The airline completed…

Oman

First phase Oman rail project likely this year

Mark Elliott Jan 9, 2014

Oman is moving steadily in building a number of projects and initiatives which will bring new economic diversification in Oman’s GDP. The developments will also enhance government…

Oman

Oman rolls out new visa payment option for UAE residents’

Mark Elliott Jan 5, 2014

Royal Oman Police (ROP) recently introduced credit card payment in all its offices and this includes border posts, confirmed an ROP source. This will make travel between Oman and the UAE…

Oman

More Saudi tourists and investments for Oman

Mark Elliott Jan 5, 2014

Oman is seeking to attract more Saudi tourists and businesspeople with financial incentives. Salem Al-Mamari, director of development at the Ministry of Tourism, said the Saudi market…

Oman

Oman’s tourism on growth trajectory

Mark Elliott Dec 24, 2013

The Sultanate's tourism sector is on a high growth trajectory, this was stated by Khalil bin Abdullah al Khonji, chairman of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) at the First…

Oman

New system in Oman for British visa from January

Mark Elliott Dec 19, 2013

The new Electronic Visa Waiver (EVW) form to travel to the United Kingdom which allows Omani citizens to visit the UK is available on the web, but cannot travel before 1 January 2014.…

Hotels

Oman to get first Amanresorts hotel

Mark Elliott Nov 17, 2013

Oman’s hospitality industry is on the roll, with Amanresorts likely to open its first Middle East property as per reports. The company has set its sight on a town of Shuwaimiya, located…

Qatar

DIA’s Airspace Design completed

Mark Elliott Nov 13, 2013

NATS recently completed work on the Qatar Airspace Design and Implementation (QADI) project for the New Doha International Airport (NDIA). With its dual runway operation and…

Qatar

DIA’s Airspace Design completed

Mark Elliott Nov 13, 2013

NATS recently completed work on the Qatar Airspace Design and Implementation (QADI) project for the New Doha International Airport (NDIA). With its dual runway operation and…

Airlines and Aviation

Air Serbia rolls out new look

Mark Elliott Oct 27, 2013

Air Serbia recently launched a new sales channel with its first Travel Shop in Belgrade. To commence with the launch, the airline also launched its new look social platforms with…

Airlines and Aviation

Revitalised Air Serbia takes to the skies

Mark Elliott Oct 27, 2013

A revitalised Air Serbia took to the skies, with new aircraft, new routes and new partnerships. The new revamped look was officially launched by deputy prime minister Aleksandar Vučić,…

Oman

Oman to get new mega indoor water theme park

Mark Elliott Oct 12, 2013

The FBF Group of Companies recently inked an agreement with Arab Malaysia Development Company LLC (AMDC) for the development of RO 40 million mega water theme park in Oman, as reported…

Sports Tourism

Oman targets German golf market

Mark Elliott Oct 9, 2013

The first golf partnership contract was recently signed between Germany and Oman. The Almouj Muscat club in Oman inked an agreement with Schloss-Miel golf club in Swisttal-Miel, North…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways launch Ta’if

Mark Elliott Oct 6, 2013

Qatar Airways further expanded its operations in Saudi Arabia with the launch of flights to Ta'if. The inaugural flight 1206 arrived in Ta'if to a water salute. A high level delegation…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways commences Addis Ababa route

Mark Elliott Sep 24, 2013

Qatar Airways celebrated the launch of its new route to Addis Ababa with a charitable drive. The airline provided school uniforms and books for school children participating in the Our…

Face‑to‑Face

Rayomand Choksi

Mark Elliott Sep 17, 2013

What has been the growth to Titlis from the Middle East market? Mount Titlis entered the Middle East market seven years ago with the opening of the office of the Switzerland Tourism…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways boosts frequencies

Mark Elliott Sep 3, 2013

Qatar Airways has announced frequency increases to destinations in Eastern Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific in preparation for the winter season.  The routes with increased…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways expands ‘BusinessConnect’

Mark Elliott Sep 1, 2013

Etihad Airways has extended BusinessConnect.  The loyalty program for businesses has been expanded to 11 new markets including Bahrain, Belarus, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, the…

UK

British Airways signs with JetBlue

Mark Elliott Aug 19, 2013

UK national carrier British Airways has signed a codeshare agreement with US budget airline Jetblue, which will open up a host of new destinations to the airline.  As it stands the…

Airlines and Aviation

Ryanair stewardess punched on flight

Mark Elliott Aug 13, 2013

A Ryanair stewardess was punched in the face when a group of unruly holidaymakers were asked to leave a plane. The stewardess was said to be “badly shaken but uninjured” in the…

Airlines and Aviation

Oman Sovereign Investment Fund eyes stake in SpiceJet

Mark Elliott Aug 13, 2013

SpiceJet is in talks with private equity funds, an Oman-based sovereign wealth fund (SWF) and foreign airlines as well as an Indian conglomerate for selling a minority stake to fund its…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways to launch Chengdu flights

Mark Elliott Aug 6, 2013

Qatar Airways will finally commence flights to Chengdu next month - almost six months after they were initially due to launch. The airline had intended to start flying to Sichuan's…

Airlines and Aviation

RAK Airways connects Islamabad

Mark Elliott Aug 5, 2013

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Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways Holidays expands GCC operations

Mark Elliott Jul 23, 2013

Qatar Airways Holidays has expanded its operations across the GCC, with the opening of six Holiday Shops across the region. Two shops have been opened in Dubai and Kuwait.  Additional…

Face‑to‑Face

Face-to-Face: Tudor Coman

Mark Elliott Jul 15, 2013

In 2011 we created a visual meta-search for flights product. Much like Skyscanner or Kayak, we would fetch many flights and display them for you.

Airlines and Aviation

New aircraft to drive Firefly ASEAN expansion

Mark Elliott Jul 5, 2013

Firefly has taken delivery of the first of a new batch of ATR 72-600 aircraft, which it will eventually use to expand across the ASEAN region. The Malaysian regional carrier received…

Airlines and Aviation

Four bidders expected for Oman LCC license

Mark Elliott Jul 4, 2013

Four investors are expected to compete for the license to operate a new low-cost carrier in Oman, according to Oman's Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA). The sultanate is looking to…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways opens Harrods ticket office

Mark Elliott Jul 3, 2013

Qatar Airways is to open a ticket office in Harrods tonight (3 July).  The Doha-based airline has opened the concession in the Knightsbridge department store to target its affluent…

Airlines and Aviation

Low-cost carrier for Oman next year

Mark Elliott Jun 30, 2013

Oman is set to boast at least one low-cost carrier by the first half of 2014, according to Oman's Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA). PACA said there was even the possibility of…

Airlines and Aviation

Paris Air Show – Deals from Day Three

Mark Elliott Jun 20, 2013

All this week, Travel Daily will be offering a round-up of the latest deals from Le Bourget… Air France-KLM has purchased 25 Airbus A350s. The deal, which is for the standard A350-900…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Airways on the right track for growth in the Middle East

Mark Elliott Jun 17, 2013

It has been around three months that the Qantas-Emirates tie-up was formally announced and launched. Within the time frame, Qantas Airways carried almost a quarter of million people. Rohan…

Tourism

SCTDA chairman receives US Consul General

Mark Elliott Jun 11, 2013

HE Mohamed Ali Al Noman, chairman, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority, (SCTDA) received the US consul general to the UAE HE Rob Waller in the presence of HE Khalid Jasim Al…

Airlines and Aviation

Turkish Airlines expands network

Mark Elliott Jun 10, 2013

Turkish Airlines announced a route expansion with the addition of six new destinations in June.  The current month will see the commencement of Marseille (France), Constanta…

Airlines and Aviation

Philippines rejects Jet Airways application

Mark Elliott Jun 5, 2013

The Philippines has denied the application of Jet Airways to fly to Manila, owing to the limited capacity of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). “We are denying foreign…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways boosts Iraq service

Mark Elliott Jun 5, 2013

Qatar Airways launched flights to the southern port city of Basra.  The new service will operate four-times-a-week non-stop from Doha. With the new route launch, Qatar Airways'…

Airlines and Aviation

Airline news briefs

Mark Elliott May 22, 2013 14

Egyptair is to start flights between Manchester and Cairo on 1 June. The new service will operate five times a week on Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Specialist Discover…

Global

AirAsia India seeks airline license

Mark Elliott Apr 26, 2013 14

AirAsia India has moved the Civil Aviation Ministry seeking permission to launch operations.  The application was filed to the aviation ministry on 23 April, sources informed…

Global

Oman’s Ministry to target 4m Saudi visitors annually

Mark Elliott Apr 24, 2013 16

The Ministry of Tourism in Oman recently announced its decision to open a representative office in the KSA demonstrating its interest in attracting Saudis to consider Oman for business and…

Oman

New testing centre opens at Muscat airport

Mark Elliott Feb 18, 2013 7

HE Dr Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Salim al Futaisi, minister of transport and communications inaugurated a Testing and Training Centre at Muscat International Airport, as reported in Muscat…

Tourism Boards

Oman Government to invest US$39mn in tourism

Mark Elliott Feb 12, 2013 18

In an effort to boost its tourism portfolio, the Sultanate of Oman is taking a 360-degree look at its tourism product.  The government is raising investment and private sector interest with…

Ocean Cruising

Love is in the air for MSC

Mark Elliott Feb 6, 2013 6

MSC Cruises is offering a Valentine’s Day romance package on any cruise booking made on the 14 February 2013.  Any couple that books a cruise on the 14 February will receive complimentary…

Oman

Passenger traffic up 16% at Muscat airport

Mark Elliott Jan 27, 2013 1

Passenger traffic through Muscat International Airport rose 16% to 7.5mn in the end of December 2012 compared to 6.4mn passengers for 2011, as reported in Muscat Daily.  According to…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways launches flights to Gassim

Mark Elliott Jan 7, 2013 11

Qatar Airways launched its first new route of 2013 with the introduction of scheduled services to Gassim in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Doha - Gassim route becomes the carrier's fifth…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways launches flights to Serbia

Mark Elliott Nov 25, 2012 18

Qatar Airways launched scheduled flights to Serbia.  The carrier inaugurated the first of three weekly services to Belgrade. Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker was joined…

Kuwait

Airport security crucial for region’s expanding airports

Mark Elliott Nov 21, 2012 12

Airports across the GCC are gearing up to cater to increasing passenger numbers.  The growth has also given rise to increased security dilemmas and a growing demand for more efficient…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways to connect Salalah

Mark Elliott Nov 11, 2012 15

Qatar Airways has launched its fifth route of 2013 to Salalah effective 22 May 2013. The new service will commence with a four-times-a-week service raising the airline's frequencies to…

Attractions & Tours

Eid fair planned in Khor Fakkan

Mark Elliott Oct 17, 2012 0

Eid Al Adha will be celebrated with the launch of the Eid Al Adha Festival at Expo Khor Fakkan. The festival will feature more than 80 exhibitors from across the region and globally. The…

Cruise

Costa NeoRomantica arrives in Khorfakkan

Mark Elliott Oct 8, 2012 15

Sharjah welcomed the first international luxury cruises for this season -  Costa NeoRomantica, which docked on 6th October at the Khor Fakkan port on the East Coast with 927 passengers…

Tourism Boards

Oman gets on the Bollywood bandwagon

Mark Elliott Sep 24, 2012 15

Bollywood has been successfully used by many a tourism board to promote tourism through films, riding on this trend is the Sultanate of Oman. The Ministry of Tourism, Oman recently…

Airlines and Aviation

Air India receives first Dreamliner

Sep 6, 2012 0

Air India has finally taken delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The occasion follows a four-year delay and significant wrangling over compensation claims. Air India was at one…

Associations

Stakeholders object to Jaipur Airport closure

Aug 27, 2012 14

Tourism stakeholders in Rajasthan are concerned by the proposed runway closure at Jaipur International Airport which will be damaging to business under proposed plans. From 28 October,…

Hotels

Best Western debuts in Oman

Mark Elliott Aug 27, 2012 15

Best Western International announced the latest addition of its first hotel in Muscat, Oman. The luxury Best Western Premier Muscat is located in Al Khuwair, close to several embassies and…

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia flies to Lombok

Aug 15, 2012 17

AirAsia has launched flights to the Indonesian island of Lombok. The new service, which starts today (15 August 2012), will operate three times a week (Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays)…

Airlines and Aviation

PIA inaugurates new Oman office premise

Mark Elliott Aug 7, 2012 1

Pakistan International Airlines recently inaugurated its new office premises, in the presence of HE Nawabzada Aminullah Khan Raisani, Ambassador of Pakistan, as Chief Guest and Irshad Ghani,…

Airlines and Aviation

Air India gets nod for Dreamliner delivery

Mark Elliott Aug 6, 2012 13

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved the proposal of Minsitry of Civil Aviation to take delivery of 27 Boeing Dreamliner aircraft. However, Air India will be…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways inaugurates kiosk in Muscat

Mark Elliott Aug 5, 2012 0

Etihad Airways has opened a new sales kiosk in the Muscat City Centre for Ramadan. The new sales kiosk is aimed at keeping pace with growing demand for air travel from the region during this…

Global

Birmingham Airport Gurus launch for agents

Mark Elliott Jul 19, 2012 14

Birmingham Airport officially introduced its expanded travel agent support team to the trade last night under the ‘Airport Gurus’ name. Tracey Quirk and Stefanie Bowes have joined the…

Tourism Boards

Oman’s Ministry of Tourism rolls out domestic campaign

Mark Elliott Jul 4, 2012 15

Oman’s Ministry of Tourism has launched a ground breaking campaign to boost travel within Oman over summer, traditionally a time of low travel demand. The ‘Now is the time’ campaign runs…

Airlines and Aviation

SCTDA, Air Arabia conduct workshops in Muscat

Mark Elliott Jul 3, 2012 6

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) in collaboration with Air Arabia recently organised a workshop in Muscat to brief travel and tourism agencies on the tourism…

Tourism Boards

Oman launches ‘Cool Destinations’ campaign on Hotels.com

Mark Elliott Jul 1, 2012 0

Oman’s Ministry of Tourism launched a ‘Cool Destinations’ summer campaign on Hotels.com. The campaign will run from July 1st until Sept 30th, 2012 promoting Oman as a summer destination with…

Hotels

Cairo, Muscat lead Middle East occupancy growth: STR

Mark Elliott Jun 26, 2012 15

According to data compiled by STR Global, hotels the Middle East and Africa witnessed for May 2012, the region's occupancy jumped 13.3% to 60.4%, its ADR fell 1.6% to US$146.32 and its…

Airlines and Aviation

Air India extends contingency plan

Mark Elliott Jun 22, 2012 16

With the ongoing pilot strike, Air India management has extended its contingency plan for the fourth time till 31 July 2012. Under the interim schedule, Air India would operate 38…

Tourism Boards

Oman lures Australian tourists with new campaign

Jun 11, 2012 3

Oman’s Ministry of Tourism has launched a new tourism campaign targeting Australian visitors. Unveiled to mark the World Cup qualifying football match between Oman and Australia, the new…

Airlines and Aviation

Air Arabia launches direct service to Salalah

Mark Elliott Jun 5, 2012 16

Air Arabia recently announced the launch of its new service to Salalah, Oman starting June 28th, 2012. The new route will become airline's second destination in the Sultanate. The new…

Tourism Boards

Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre scheduled for completion in 2016

Mark Elliott May 23, 2012 19

The Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre is scheduled for completion in 2016. Geoff Donaghy, director of convention centres for AEG Ogden which manages the Oman Centre, said the importance…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates on Dubai airport, Spain routes and new lounge

Mark Elliott May 23, 2012 14

Dubai's advanced infrastructure and high-level of connectivity should help the emirate edge the competition as it steps up its bid to become the world's largest international air hub by…

Oman

TransOman 2012 focuses on Civil Aviation development

Mark Elliott May 22, 2012 16

Keeping in line with Oman's Vision 2020, the development of air transport in Oman not only contributes to enhancing the country's Civil Aviation sector, but also contributes to the growth of…

Hotels

Time is ripe to invest in UAE, Saudi and Omani hotels: Hospitality experts

Mark Elliott May 16, 2012 12

Experts from the hospitality industry have a consistent message: “Now is the right time to invest in the Gulf's growing hotel industry - namely the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of…

Tourism Boards

Oman to highlight festivals, tourist attractions

Mark Elliott May 14, 2012 17

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a growing tourism market for Oman with the number of Saudi nationals visiting Oman reaching 60,000 in 2011, a 17% increase over the previous year. In lieu of…

Face‑to‑Face

TDME talks to Gavin Faull, president and chairman, Swiss-Belhotel International

Mark Elliott May 14, 2012 0

Could you highlight the key developments in the region? The Middle East is an important market for us. We have quite a few developments across the region which includes cities such as…

UK

Caribbean Airlines Thirsty Thursday London 24 May

Mark Elliott May 14, 2012 19

 Travel Daily UK has teamed up with Caribbean Airlines to host our next  Thirsty  Thursday event  in London! See photos and a write-up from the event here Join us on 24…

Airlines and Aviation

Air Europa

Mark Elliott May 8, 2012 16

CELEBRATE THE LAUNCH OF AIR EUROPA’S DAILY SERVICE TO LIMA AND WIN A BOTTLE OF WINE To celebrate Air Europa’s daily service to Lima from 26 June, the Latin America specialist is giving…

Hotels

Oman looks to room inventory growth

Mark Elliott May 2, 2012 14

Her Excellency Maitha Al Mahrouqi, minister of tourism for Oman revealed that the room inventory in the Sultanate will rise from 12,000 currently to 20,000 by 2015, while airport capacity…

Hotels

Shaza Hotels launches new luxury resort in Oman

Mark Elliott May 2, 2012 0

Shaza Hotels unveiled plans for Shaza Salalah - a luxury beach resort in Salalah, Oman. The development was launched at a signing ceremony by Shaza Hotel's CEO Simon Coombs and Taameer…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways launches 96-hour world sale

Mark Elliott May 1, 2012 15

Etihad Airways is offering up to 25% off air fares from 26 markets around the globe. The fares are applicable on Coral Economy and Pearl Business Class bookings made between May 1st and May…

Airlines and Aviation

Air passengers prefer privacy

Apr 26, 2012 0

More than three quarters of air travellers have no interest in socialising with their fellow passengers, a new study has found. According to the TripAdvisor survey, 76% of travellers prefer…

Oman

Oman announces Salalah Tourism Festival

Mark Elliott Apr 25, 2012 18

International Air Transport Association (IATA) data is showing a good start to the year with international passenger arrivals to Muscat International Airport showing strong year-on-year…

Bahrain

Etihad Airways offers 20% summer discounts

Mark Elliott Apr 2, 2012 14

Etihad Airways has launched its 'Up, Up and Away' sales promotion, offering Coral Economy Class at special pre-summer fares of 20% off. The promotional fares are available for purchase…

Tourism Boards

Oman diversifies its tourism portfolio

Mark Elliott Apr 1, 2012 10

Oman's Ministry of Tourism has forecast 10% growth in the sector this year and aims to attract 12 million visitors a year by 2020. Last year, the tourism industry's contribution to GDP was…

Thailand