Norwegian Air Ends Cheap, Long-haul Flights to Europe

Norwegian Air Ends Cheap, Long-haul Flights to Europe

Norwegian Air announced Thursday that it will scrap its low-cost long-haul routes and focus solely on domestic and European routes, due to the financial stress of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many Americans knew Norwegian Air for its affordable transatlantic flights. Through flash sales,…

First Emirates pilots, cabin crew set to be vaccinated next week

First Emirates pilots, cabin crew set to be vaccinated next week

Dubai airline will begin rolling out the initial stages of its vaccination programme from January 18, according to company memo Dubai airline will begin rolling out the initial stages of its vaccination programme from January 18, according to company memo Emirates pilots…

Rumours of flight suspensions to KSA, Kuwait & Oman denied by Emirates

Rumours of flight suspensions to KSA, Kuwait & Oman denied by Emirates

All flights are operational, says airline spokesperson, following a brief suspension in December. Emirates Airlines has denied incorrect reports that it has suspended flights to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Oman. In response to the stories circulating online on Sunday claiming the Dubai-based…

Saudi Causeway re-opening to add 'billions' to Bahrain economy

Saudi Causeway re-opening to add 'billions' to Bahrain economy

Dr Ali Al-Moulani, President of the Bahrain Economists Society, said as visitor levels return to pre-pandemic levels Bahrain would receive a much-needed boost. After the travel restrictions are removed, thousands of visitors are expected to cross the King Fahd Causeway linking Saudi…

Emirates A380 premium economy debut is well timed, say experts

Emirates A380 premium economy debut is well timed, say experts

Dubai airline is poised to capitalise on post-pandemic flight trends, such as reduced business travel and upgraded leisure offerings Emirates airline’s recent introduction of ‘premium economy’ seats is indicative of shrewd long-term decision making, according to experts. Emirates airline’s recent introduction of…