flydubai Restores Direct Pisa-Dubai Link to Boost Connectivity and Tourism

(IN SHORT) flydubai will resume direct flights between Dubai and Pisa starting 1 April 2025, operating three times a week from Terminal 3 at Dubai International to Pisa International Airport. This new service, which increases weekly passenger capacity by over 5,000 seats each way, provides enhanced connectivity for travelers between the GCC and Italy’s Tuscany… Read the full press release

Aircrafted Kids: Emirates Upcycles Iconic Aircraft Materials to Empower Education in Asia

(IN SHORT) Emirates has launched the Aircrafted Kids initiative to support children’s education across Asia by donating 700 handmade schoolbags filled with essential school supplies. Each bag, part of a limited-edition collection crafted from repurposed aircraft materials, is a symbol of Emirates’ commitment to community welfare and environmental sustainability. The project includes collaborations with Smile… Read the full press release

Emirates Expands Dubai-Beirut Service to Meet Rising Travel Demand

(IN SHORT) Emirates is set to reinstate its second daily flight between Dubai and Beirut from 1 April 2025, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER. The new service, with flight EK957 departing Dubai at 07:30 and arriving in Beirut at 10:35, along with its counterpart EK958 from Beirut at 12:05 to Dubai at 16:55, will increase… Read the full press release

NH Collection Asunción to Redefine Luxury Hospitality and Urban Living by 2029

(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels is set to launch the NH Collection Asunción in Paraguay, a new landmark hotel that will be the centerpiece of a mixed-use development on Avenida Santa Teresa in Asunción. Opening in 2029, this upper-upscale property will offer 80 luxury guest rooms alongside top-tier amenities such as a spa, pool, dining facilities,… Read the full press release

Hotel Bellevue Cortina d’Ampezzo Ushers in a New Era of Alpine Luxury

(IN SHORT) Hotel Bellevue Cortina d’Ampezzo, Emblems Collection is set to become Italy’s first property under the Emblems brand, marking a new milestone in Accor’s global luxury portfolio. Developed in partnership with Invel Real Estate and Prodea Investments, the hotel will open at the end of 2026 in the renowned Cortina d’Ampezzo. Designed by pconp… Read the full press release

UN Tourism’s China Visit Reinforces Global Partnerships for Sustainable Tourism Growth

(IN SHORT) UN Tourism’s leadership recently wrapped up a significant visit to China, during which Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili engaged with top government and industry figures to reinforce strategic partnerships and promote sustainable tourism initiatives. The visit highlighted China’s role in digital transformation and sustainable development within the tourism sector, while also supporting China’s Global Development… Read the full press release