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Airlines

Emirates’ Chief on Dubai Flash Flood: ‘Our Response Was Far From Perfect’

The Emirates President's honest assessment of the situation after Tuesday's record rainfall in Dubai indicates that the airline is determined to be better prepared for similar events in the future.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 days ago

Startups

Startups Raise $331 Million for Flying Taxi Airports and AI Expense Management

Four travel startups have raised more than $100 million each over the past two weeks.

Justin Dawes | 3 days ago

Airlines

Dubai Airports CEO Says Hub is ‘100% Operational’ Despite 1,200 Cancellations

Paul Griffiths says he's never seen anything like it as his airport cancels hundreds of flights a day.

Josh Corder | 3 days ago

Tourism

Dubai’s New Man-Made Island Promises Eco-Resorts and Wellness Facilities

A man-made island off the shore of Dubai promising to be environmental? Let's see.

Josh Corder | 4 days ago

Airlines

Historic Thunderstorms Batter Dubai: ‘Do Not Come to the Airport’

The UAE has endured its worst storm in 75 years with severe disruption to ground and air transportation.

Josh Corder | 5 days ago

Online Travel

Agoda to Promote Tourism in Goa Under New Deal – India Report

Goa is seeking to reinvent itself as a year-round destination. Its partnership first with MakeMyTrip and now Agoda is a step towards being known for more than just its beaches.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 weeks ago

Meetings

Dubai Launches Recognition Program for Indian Meetings Agents

India's growing prominence in outbound MICE presents a significant opportunity that Dubai aims to leverage. The new recognition program targeting Indian intermediaries will definitely push agencies to promote Dubai as a preferred MICE destination.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago