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Creating a travel experience that meets client expectations is more important than the ‘price’ for UAE-based travellers, according to a recent survey. Travel advisors also emphasised that luxury travellers in the country and the wider region are increasingly seeking ‘exclusivity.’ Matthew D. Upchurch, chairman and CEO of Virtuoso, said that the outcomes of a latest study undertaken by his company, in collaboration with YouGov, highlighted that 55 per cent of travellers across markets, including the UAE, said a ‘customised travel experience’ was more dear to them than the price. This is particularly high for travellers based in UAE with 61…
Question: Some countries have introduced laws giving workers the right to ignore unreasonable calls and messages from their bosses outside of work hours without penalty, with potential fines for employers that breach the rule. How should UAE-based employers react to this? Answer: In the UAE, we’ve got a front-row seat to the global stage, with a 24/7 hustle that dances to the beat of international markets. Operating in different time zones demands a nuanced approach to work hours. It’s not about clocking marathon hours, but it does require a flexible schedule that syncs with the global rhythm. Stay up to…
Along with companies like Dell and HP, Lenovo is probably one of the best-known brands when it comes to things like desktops and laptops, whether you’re looking for a gaming device or a general day-to-day one. That’s why it’s great to see some excellent deals coming from Lenovo as part of the early Memorial Day sale, with a ton of deals on some of the best laptops and best desktops out there. Of course, Lenovo has a huge inventory of devices, which is why we’ve gone through it all and selected some of our favorite deals to save you the…
If you don’t mind going one generation back with your purchase, Best Buy has the MacBook deals for you with a massive $150 off the Apple MacBook Air 13.6-inch M2. Usually $999, it’s down to $849 for a limited time only. We can’t say how long the deal will stick around, but we can confidently say this is one of the better laptop deals to go for. If you’re keen to learn more, keep reading while we take you through things. Why you should buy the Apple MacBook Air 13.6-inch M2 When you check out our look at the best…
The United Arab Emirates welcomed the decision of the International Court of Justice to impose additional provisional measures on Israel, demanding an immediate halt to its military operations in the Rafah Governorate, which exacerbates the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that the UAE emphasises the importance of achieving an immediate ceasefire, providing protection to civilians, preventing further loss of life, de-escalating across the entire occupied Palestinian territory, and alleviating the catastrophic and dire humanitarian situation faced by civilians in Gaza due to the ongoing Israeli aggression on the Strip.…
Singapore Airlines has tweaked its in-flight seatbelt sign policies and altered at least one flight route after a turbulence incident this week killed one person and left dozens more hospitalised, according to the airline and flight data. The airline is adopting a more cautious approach to turbulence, including not serving hot drinks or meals when the seat belt sign is on, it said in a statement to Singapore broadcaster Channel News Asia. “SIA will continue to review our processes, as the safety of our passengers and crew is of utmost importance,” it said. The airline did not respond to a…
A week after winning their fourth consecutive Premier League title, Manchester City take aim at another trophy in the FA Cup final against rivals Manchester United early tomorrow morning. It’s the second straight year that the FA Cup will be decided with a Manchester Derby, and it truly doesn’t get much bigger than this. The match starts at 10:00 a.m. ET on Saturday and will be broadcast exclusively on ESPN+ in the United States. Here’s everything you need to know about the streaming service, and how exactly to watch Man City vs Man United. Watch Man City vs Man United…
Live Nation and its Ticketmaster unit have been hit with the first in a likely wave of new consumer antitrust lawsuits after the US government and states sued to break up the two companies on Thursday. The first consumer class-action lawsuit, opens new tab to piggyback on the government cases was filed later on Thursday in Manhattan federal court, seeking $5 billion in damages on behalf of potentially millions of ticket purchasers. The cases accuse Live Nation of exerting monopoly control over the live events industry, threatening venues that work with rivals and boxing out competitors. Stay up to date…
Pakistan on Friday evening announced their 15-player squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, with Babar Azam leading the Men in Green in the marquee event scheduled to kick off on June 1. The mega tournament will be held in the USA and the West Indies. Out of the 15 players name, five, including Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Saim Ayub and Usman Khan, will make their maiden appearance in the upcoming ICC tournament. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “This is an extremely talented and balanced side that has…
Memorial Day is here soon and that means big deals are coming out in droves. Whether you want a toaster or a brand new phone, you’re likely to find one at a bargain bin price today. But what about the best Memorial Day deals? They come in all shapes and sizes, categories and prices. Here are the items we’re taking a second look at this year, broken down by category. Best Walmart Memorial Day TV deals If there is anything that big-named holidays are known for, it is the selection of special TV deals. While big names like Samsung and…