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Emirates to replace existing A330-200 with Airbus A340-500 on its Algiers Service

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Airbus A340-500 to replace existing A330-200 from December 2013 Dubai, UAE, 2013-11-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Emirates, a global connector of people and places, strengthens its commitment to Algeria by introducing the Airbus A340-500 on the Dubai-Algiers route, commencing 1stDecember 2013. Boosting seat capacity by nearly 10% and offering an enhanced cabin product, Emirates’ Airbus A340-500 will replace the current A330-200… Read the full press release

flydubai places USD 11.4 billion order for up to 111 aircraft from Boeing

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Represents largest single-aisle Boeing aircraft commitment placed in the Middle East Dubai, UAE, 2013-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — flydubai has announced today a commitment for an order for up to 111 aircraft from Boeing. This order includes up to 100 Boeing 737 MAX and up to 11 Next-Generation Boeing 737-800s. In only four and a half years flydubai… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways placed $300 million order from Rolls-Royce for Trent 700 engines

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Dubai, UAE, 2013-11-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rolls-Royce has won a $300m order from Qatar Airways for Trent 700 engines, with long-term TotalCare® support, to power five Airbus A330 freighter aircraft.  The order for five Airbus A330 Freighters and eight options was announced by the airline on the first day of the Dubai Air Show. Qatar Airways Chief… Read the full press release

Dubai-based flydubai continues to challenge conventions within the aviation industry

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Dubai, UAE, 2013-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dubai-based flydubai shows no signs of slowing down as it continues to challenge conventions within the aviation industry. The carrier, which has become a household name in the region, added a number of milestones this year making it one of the fastest growing airlines in the region. Ahead of the Dubai… Read the full press release

Wizz Air announced incredible deal on its celebratory flight to Dubai/Abu Dhab

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LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE FOR EUR 25* Budapest, Hungary, 2013-10-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air the largest low-cost carrier in Central and Eastern Europe*, announced today an incredible deal on its celebratory flight to  Dubai/Abu Dhabi taking off on  27 October 2013. The seats on this flight to Dubai will be sold for EUR 25*, there are only… Read the full press release

Emirates expands with 3 new additions: Clark in the Philippines, Dubai-Milan-New York route and A380 service to Brisbane

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New routes to Clark, between New York and Milan and a new A380 service to Brisbane *Release includes video of a JFK landing from a pilot’s perspective* DUBAI, U.A.E., 2013-10-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Emirates’ expansion reaches new heights today with the launch of flights to Clark in the Philippines, the inauguration of a route between Milan… Read the full press release

Emirates named Aviation Company of the Year at The Gulf Business Industry Awards 2013

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2013-09-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Emirates demonstrated its industry leading role last night by picking up Aviation Company of the Year at The Gulf Business Industry Awards 2013. The award comes as Emirates embarks on another wave of route launch announcements, extending its network across six continents. More than 300 guests attended the awards night… Read the full press release

Malaysia Airlines announced capacity and frequency increases regionally and new destinations internationally

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2013-09-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Subang, 20 September 2013: Malaysia Airlines is on an expansion mode with capacity and frequency increases regionally and new destinations internationally. “In the recent weeks, we launched flights to Dubai and Kochi and increased capacity and frequencies to Bandar Seri Begawan (Brunei) and Medan (Indonesia). Soon, we will be flying more often to… Read the full press release

The Philippines’ largest national flag carrier Cebu Pacific cited as one of Asia’s Most Promising Brands at Asian Brand and Leadership Summit in Dubai

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DUBAI, UAE, 2013-09-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Philippines’ largest national flag carrier, Cebu Pacific (PSE:CEB) was cited as one of Asia’s Most Promising Brands during the Asian Brand and Leadership Summit last August 26-27, 2013 in Dubai. The event was organized by the World Consulting and Research Corporation (WCRC) and iBrands 360. “We are very proud… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways announced frequency increases to destinations in Eastern Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific

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2013-09-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Strong passenger demand and additional aircraft inducted to the fleet has prompted the Doha-based airline to add frequencies to its popular and growing routes. Highlights of the frequency increases are: Ankara (Turkey)                4 flights a week from 3 beginning Sep 18 Belgrade (Serbia)            4 flights a week from 3 beginning Sep 18 Bucharest… Read the full press release

High passenger traffic at Bahrain International Airport during Eid Al Fitr break

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2013-08-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) announced today that Bahrain International Airport (BIA) has witnessed high passenger traffic during Eid Al Fitr break. During the period between 5th and 12th of August, the airport received 94,423 embarking and 67,940 disembarking passengers as well as 2524 transit passengers which brought the total passenger movement during… Read the full press release

Dubai-based flydubai announced Business Class tickets now on sale

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Airline begins roll out of Business Class in October Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2013-08-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dubai-based flydubai today announced that Business Class tickets are now on sale, with flights offering the premium option commencing in October. It plans to continue adding more Business Class routes across its network in the months to come. Commenting… Read the full press release

UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) released its final report on UPS Flight 6 Crash On September 3, 2010

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MEMPHIS, Tenn., 2013-07-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — On September 3, 2010, our industry lost two fellow aviators when UPS Flight 6 crashed near Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Yesterday, the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) released its final report concerning the investigation into this fatal crash. The GCAA, while not pinpointing the origin of the fateful… Read the full press release

flydubai to begin flights to Medina

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Airline to commence flights to the holy city during Ramadan Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — flydubai will begin operating flights to Medina  on 25 July 2013, making it the 65th destination for the Dubai-based airline and 15th addition this year. flydubai’s CEO, Ghaith Al Ghaith, said: “The holy month of Ramadan is a perfect time… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Strengthens Commitment To Jordan With Two Additional Flights

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Amman, JORDAN, 2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar, has added two additional flights between its hub in Doha and Amman, bringing the total number of services to Jordan to nine weekly flights. Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker said the extra capacity would be a great… Read the full press release

Classic Vacations announces partnerships with its newest world-class destinations – The Maldives and Dubai

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Travel Advisors can win a free trip with a booking and for this week only get $1000 off a booking to the Maldives SAN JOSE, CA, 2013-06-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Classic Vacations, a top luxury travel wholesaler, announces partnerships with its newest world-class destinations – The Maldives and Dubai – complete with an irresistible chance to… Read the full press release

Warwick Hotel Dubai to Open by the end of the year

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2013-05-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Warwick International Hotels (WIH) reached a new milestone by entering into a management contract with Damas Real Estate, owner of a 357 room hotel in the heart of Dubai. Located on Sheikh Zayed Road, at a walking distance of Dubai Financial Center, the hotel is designed as a 4+ star property and… Read the full press release

Simon Casson to Take the Helm as General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach

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Casson will continue to serve as Regional Vice President when he makes the transition from Doha to Dubai in November this year. 2013-05-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons veteran and thought-leader within the Middle East hospitality industry Simon Casson will take the helm as Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four SeasonsResort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, when the property opens… Read the full press release

300 world ‘super routes’ attract 20% of all air travel, Amadeus reveals in new analysis of global trends

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Each ‘super route’ carries over 1 million passengers per annum, according to the research. Air travel in 2012 was higher than 2011 in all regions of the world with significant growth of 9% in Asia and 6% in Latin America. Asia is the world’s most competitive aviation market with 75% of routes served by three… Read the full press release