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Cathay Pacific waves farewell to Boeing 747-400

Cathay Pacific waves farewell to Boeing 747-400

The end of December 2013 marks an historic moment for Cathay Pacific Airways as it bids farewell to its Boeing 747-400s flying on the route between London and Hong Kong. Cathay Pacific is proud to have one of the youngest fleet in the world and has announced that it will be replacing the Boeing 747-400s with the fuel efficient and environmentally beneficial Boeing 777-300ER at the end of this year on its London route. 

World watches Dubai win World Expo 2020 bid

World watches Dubai win World Expo 2020 bid

Breaking Travel News captures the excitement of Dubai winning their bid to host the World Expo 2020. At a special event on one of the manmade islands of The World, located off the coastline of Dubai, Phil Blizzard reports on the build up to the announcement and the jubilation once the results were revealed. He also talks to guests about the impact of World Expo 2020 to Dubai and the United Arab Emirates, and the region beyond.

Dubai to host Expo2020

Dubai to host Expo2020

The United Arab Emirate of Dubai has been voted host of Expo 2020 at a ceremony in Paris, beating competition from Turkey’s Izmir, Ekaterinburg in Russia and Brazil’s Sao Paulo. The 160-year-old event traces its routes to the Great Exhibition, held in London in 1851, and will offer a chance for the global community to strengthen its connections, celebrate its cultural diversity and marvel at its technological wonders.

Executive private jet service joins the Emirates fleet

Executive private jet service joins the Emirates fleet

The newly established Emirates Executive private jet service has been created to take the flying experience beyond first class as Phil Blizzard discovered on-board their Airbus A319, with its 12 private suites offering the ultimate in airborne luxury. Here he also talks to Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ divisional senior vice president planning, Aero-political & industry affairs about the service they offer high-flying executives, celebrities and royalty.

Breaking Travel News investigates: Doha Insurance Company

Breaking Travel News investigates: Doha Insurance Company

The World Travel Awards Grand Final is scheduled to take place this weekend at La Cigale Hotel in Doha. As a key sponsor of the event Doha Insurance Company is playing a vital role in the development of tourism in the Middle East and around the world. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at the company.

Top 5 most common claims for travel insurance

Top 5 most common claims for travel insurance

Travel insurance is designed to back you up while you are travelling. Whether you break your leg and need to claim for medical expenses, or you lose your luggage and need to make a claim for all your lost items, travel insurance can offer you the cover you need in times of need. So, what are the most common travel insurance claims?

Qatar examines role of sports tourism in Doha

Qatar examines role of sports tourism in Doha

The Qatar Tourism Authority has hosted the second Sport & Tourism Forum on the sidelines of the fourth ASPIRE4SPORT event in Doha. Held in partnership with the Qatar Olympic Committee the forum illuminated the impact of the tournaments and sporting events hosted and organised by the Qatar Olympic Committee and sports federations on tourism in Qatar.

Dubai Air Show: Emirates announces record breaking US$99 billion order

Dubai Air Show: Emirates announces record breaking US$99 billion order

The 13th edition of the Dubai Airshow off to a flying start with orders for new aircraft, and their associated engines, worth US$192.3billion being placed by the major carriers from across the region on the opening day alone. From the debut show at its new venue, Dubai World Central, Phil Blizzard reports on the orders placed by Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways, Dubai’s Emirates and flydubai, and Qatar Airways.