H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the ruler's representative, in Al Dhafra Region, inaugurated track-laying works across Al Dhafrah Region in Package A of Stage Two of the UAE’s national railway, during his visit to Etihad Rail’s railhead in Al Ruwais.
An exciting new project recently launched that will see adventurers soon able to embark on exciting desert explorations in Abu Dhabi.
It is a new year and a new chapter for Dubai as the door closes on a tumultuous year. 2021 represents the light at the end of the tunnel and for Occidental Al Jaddaf, a year of new beginnings and an opportunity to reward and delight the people of the UAE with an unforgettable giveaway.
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) hosted its first ever virtual roadshow in China from December 08-09, 2020, connecting more than 100 Chinese tour operators and travel agencies with 37 of its partners and stakeholders, including Destination Management Companies (DMCs) from across the emirate, representatives from Etihad Airways, Yas island, and the emirate’s hotels and attractions.
The Galleria Al Maryah Island has unveiled Covent Garden Market, a pop-up marketplace showcasing some of the best local and regional brands across a range of categories.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of the UAE, on December 29, 2020 confirmed that Athens will be its inaugural destination, with flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport starting on January 15. The airline is also to start flights from Abu Dhabi to Thessaloniki, starting on February 04.
Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the UAE’s premier leisure and entertainment destination, has closed off 2020 on a high note achieving 35 awards and accolades for its attractions, infrastructure projects and developments, as part of its ongoing global recognition for its outstanding and unique experiences.
Element Hotels, part of Marriott International, recently announced the opening of Element Al Jaddaf in one of Dubai’s emerging districts. Element Al Jaddaf presents an eco-friendly concept for guests seeking to maintain a balanced lifestyle while travelling.
Following the launch of the Etihad Greenliner Programme at the 2019 Dubai Airshow, and the arrival of the flagship Greenliner in January 2020, Etihad Airways recently officially inaugurated the latest aircraft in its journey towards sustainability, with the pioneering 2020 ecoDemonstrator entering commercial service following a series of industry-leading test flights across the US.
A recent ‘Global Holiday Intent’ survey conducted by YouGov on behalf of Reed Travel Exhibitions, the organiser of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), has revealed that residents in the UAE and Saudi Arabia (KSA) are the most likely to make an international trip in 2021.