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Middle East inbound medical tourism grows
Medical tourism in the Middle East continues to grow over rising healthcare costs and increased waiting times, particularly in the US and Europe.
Muslim tourists spending more, outpacing global growth rate
The Muslim tourist market is set to grow 4.8% through 2020, compared to a global average of 3.8%, according to a recent study.
Middle East holidaymakers swayed by online access
Good mobile data coverage and WiFi are becoming a must for holidaymakers in the region, with many selecting resorts based on the quality and availability of internet connectivity, according to a new survey on holidaymakers by technology firm Brocade.
All Emirates flights to Heathrow to be served by A380s next year
Emirates airline has announced that its five daily flights to London Heathrow will all be served by A380s by 1st February next year.
Etihad posts record passenger numbers in Q2
Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has reported that it achieved record passenger numbers and a 31% jump in revenues in the second-quarter, putting it on pace to deliver full-year profitability.
Qatar Airways keen to launch airline in Saudi Arabia
Qatar Airways has expressed an interest in operating an airline registered to fly in Saudi Arabia's domestic market.
Queen Elizabeth 2 to become floating hotel in Dubai
After three years sitting idle in Dubai's Port Rashid, the Queen Elizabeth 2 cruise liner is to be converted into a 300-room luxury hotel.
Emirates to boost service to Saudi Arabia during Ramadan
Emirates airline has announced that it will add 73 additional flights to and from Saudi Arabia during Ramadan to help cope with high demand during the holy month.
Four Seasons to open new resort in Dubai
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has announced plans to open a new resort on Dubai's Jumeirah Beach in mid-2014.
Emirates to launch flights to Erbil in August
Emirates has announced plans to launch new service to Erbil, its third Iraqi destination after Basra and Baghdad.
Middle East carriers to face challenges addressing pilot shortage
With demand for pilots growing at a faster rate than local pilots can be trained, Middle East carriers are likely to find it increasingly difficult to hire enough pilots to meet their needs.
A380 wing-crack fix to take toll on Emirates
This week Airbus acknowledged that carriers such as Emirates who fly the A380 will need to ground their planes for up to eight weeks when the wings undergo permanent repair work.
Etihad Airways goes on buying spree
The Abu Dhabi-based carrier's purchase of a 3.96% stake in Virgin Australia represents the airline's fourth acquisition in six months.
Etihad to fly to South America
Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has announced that it will become the latest Gulf carrier to launch flights to South America.
Cruise tourists to get multiple entry UAE visa
A multiple entry UAE visa for cruise passengers, which has been under discussion for almost three years, is expected to be in place by September, a senior official has announced.
