Emirates Airlines Passenger Traffic Surges to 55.6 Million in 2025
Emirates consolidated its position in 2025 as the world’s largest international airline after carrying 55.6 million passengers across nearly 180,580 flights, covering distances equivalent to circling the Earth more than 29,000 times, and placing orders for 73 new aircraft.
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Gwadar–Oman Ferry Service Approved to Improve Maritime Connectivity
The Pakistani cabinet has approved the launch of a passenger and cargo ferry service between Pakistan and Oman, a move aimed at strengthening maritime connectivity and boosting bilateral trade and tourism.
Adil Aziz
Emirates maintains position as the world’s most profitable airline
The Emirates Group today announced a new record half-year financial performance, posting a profit before tax of AED 12.2 billion (US$ 3.3 billion) for the first six months of 2025-26, making this the fourth consecutive year of record profitability for the half-year reporting period.
Mehfooz
Fly Emirates to Dubai this winter and unlock over 700 incredible offers with My Emirates Pass
Emirate announces exclusive offers this winter with My Emirates Pass; with access to over 700 exclusive offers across Dubai. In addition to year-round benefits, Emirates has introduced seasonal offers giving travellers even more ways to make the most of their Dubai visit.
Istanbul Among Europe’s Top City Escapes
The city welcomed 13.5 million visitors in the first nine months of 2025 and was recently ranked among Europe’s top five city breaks by consumer champion Which?, while Condé Nast Traveller readers also named it one of the best family-friendly destinations.
Emirates Showcases Retrofitted B777 with Premium Economy to Celebrate 40th Anniversary of Operations to Karachi
Forty years ago, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, launched its first flight, EK600, on the route to Karachi. To commemorate the milestone Emirates today showcased its retrofitted B777, featuring Premium Economy cabins, at Jinnah International Airport.
Cappadocia’s Ortahisar Among World’s Most Beautiful Villages 2025
Cappadocia, one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders, has received another global recognition with Ortahisar earning a place on Forbes’ 2025 list of The World’s 50 Most Beautiful Villages. Known for its iconic fairy chimneys and hot-air balloon rides, Cappadocia continues to enchant travelers, and Ortahisar, a historic village just six kilometers from Ürgüp,…
Yango Pakistan colleagues hit the road as part of company’s ‘Go to the Fields’ initiative
Yango introduced its global “Go to the Fields” initiative, placing executives on the frontlines of urban mobility to better understand the experiences of partner drivers and passengers. The program began in Karachi and Islamabad, where senior leadership spent a full day riding with partners and observing operations firsthand.
TGA Hosts First-Ever Pakistani Content Creators Trip to Türkiye
In a landmark initiative to strengthen tourism and cultural ties between Pakistan and Türkiye, the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, hosted the first official influencer trip from Pakistan to Türkiye this month.
Flyadeal Launches Direct Flights from Riyadh to Islamabad and Peshawar
Flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s leading low-cost carrier, has officially expanded its scheduled operations to Pakistan with the launch of direct flights to Islamabad and Peshawar.