The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has uncovered a Late Bronze Age cemetery dating back to the Wadi Suq period (c. 2000-1300 BCE) at the Pre-Islamic Qattarah Necropolis in Al Ain.
Three Chinese airlines have announced plans to buy a combined 95 Airbus aircraft worth about $17.8 billion at list prices, as carriers expand capacity and upgrade fleets. Air China, Shenzhen Airlines and Hainan Airlines disclosed the agreements in filings with the Shanghai Stock Exchange.
Global demand for smaller commercial jets will remain robust over the next two decades as passenger traffic continues to grow, according to leading Brazilian planemaker Embraer, which has forecast 8,500 new aircraft deliveries worth about $650 billion by 2045.
Kuwait Airways announced on Saturday that most of its scheduled commercial flights had been rescheduled after Kuwait International Airport temporarily suspended take-off and landing operations because of the security situation stemming from ongoing Iranian attacks.
Boeing, Lufthansa and Rolls-Royce will soon conduct flight tests of innovations meant to improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, according to a Boeing statement.
Dubai's Museum of the Future has announced that the museum will close in mid-September for work on the next generation of experiences. It is expected to reopen with new experiences in the first quarter of 2027.
Abu Dhabi residents are leading the way in uncovering the emirate’s hidden gems, with half able to instantly name a secret spot. A Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) study found 73% of UAE residents recommend lesser-known destinations by word of mouth.
The global travel industry is entering a new era of growth, with consumer demand remaining strong despite geopolitical challenges and market disruptions affecting parts of the Middle East, according to new research from Arabian Travel Market’s (ATM) official research partners STR and Euromonitor International.
Premium air travel gained momentum in 2025 as international business and first-class demand increased. The International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) latest World Air Transport Statistics (WATS) report shows that premium-class passenger numbers reached 109.7 million, up 4.5% year on year.
Dubai-based flydubai has launched a second daily flight to Bangkok, starting July 18, following the introduction of its daily service to Don Mueang International Airport earlier this month.
