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Emirates Skywards Rewards UAE Shoppers This Ramadan With Exclusive Miles And Big Wins

Emirates Skywards Unveils Exciting Ways to Earn More Miles in the UAE This Ramadan Emirates Skywards is spreading the joy of giving this month by offering over 2.3 million members in the UAE even more ways to earn Skywards Miles through Skywards Everyday and Skywards Miles Mall. From today until 31 March, members can shop, dine, and enjoy leisure activities throughout Ramadan, accumulating Miles while also having the opportunity to win a share of 4 million Skywards Miles. With over 34 million members worldwide, Emirates Skywards continues to redefine loyalty programs with unparalleled rewards and benefits. Recently crowned as the ‘World’s Leading Airline – Rewards Programme’ at the World Travel Awards 2024, Emirates Skywards is celebrated for its extensive brand partnerships and innovative offers that enable members to earn and spend better. Emirates Skywards offers four membership tiers: Blue, Silver, Gold, and Platinum, each providing unique privileges. Members can accumulate Skywards Miles with Emirates, flydubai, and various airline partners, as well as through an extensive network of hotel, car rental, retail, and lifestyle partners worldwide.

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Navi Mumbai Soon To Get World-Class Theme Park Inspired By Disneyland

Navi Mumbai is gearing up to welcome a Disneyland-inspired amusement park, a project spearheaded by the Maharashtra government and Niti Aayog. The ambitious theme park, spanning 200 hectares, aims to become a major entertainment hub attracting both domestic and international tourists.Projected to cost between USD 6-7 billion, the park promises a complete entertainment experience with attractions such as entertainment zones, water parks, resorts, and animation studios. The Maharashtra government is actively inviting private investors and offering attractive financial incentives. Experts believe the theme park will be an economic boon for the region, creating thousands of jobs in hospitality, construction, and entertainment. Mumbai’s tourism sector is predicted to benefit significantly, potentially quadrupling tourism revenue by 2030.

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Maharashtra to acquire land in Agra for Shivaji Memorial

CM Devendra Fadnavis has announced plans to construct a grand Memorial for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Agra where the Maratha king was once held captive by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb Fadnavis, at an event marking Shivaji's 395th birth anniversary at Agra Fort on Wednesday, said he would talk to UP CM Yogi Adityanath about acquiring land near Meena Bazar for the memorial. "Agra Fort stands as a symbol of Shivaji's courage and strategy. Held captive by Aurangzeb at Rang Mahal,he defied imprisonment with a daring escape, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to Swarajya.

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United States, United Kingdom, Singapore, Japan Tourism Boom: How Bleisure Travel is Redefining Business-Leisure Experiences in New York, London, Singapore, and Tokyo

The concept of bleisure travel has rapidly gained traction in the travel industry, offering professionals the opportunity to extend business trips for leisure. Analysts have pointed out that this evolving work culture is fueling a major shift in how corporate travelers experience destinations, with companies increasingly supporting the trend. Recent reports have indicated that the bleisure travel market was valued at $315.30 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $731.4 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9% from 2023 to 2032. Industry experts have attributed this surge to rising remote and hybrid work models, increased workplace flexibility, and advancing technology that enables professionals to work from anywhere.

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New Zealand To Make Visa Rules ‘Simpler And More Flexible’ For Foreign Investors

New Zealand has recently unveiled significant changes to its visa policies. The country is set to alter its investor visaregulations to draw in global investment and boost economic growth.The changes, spearheaded by Immigration Minister Erica Stanford, will streamline the nation’s investment immigration system. Effective April 1, these revised policies aim to simplify the application process, making it more attractive to global investors. In this revised policy, the country also introduced two new investment categories: one for mixed investments and another for high-risk, high-reward ventures. As perMinister Stanford, these changes will make the visa application procedure“simpler and more flexible," enabling investors to provide not only money but also knowledge and international contacts.

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Malaysia Invites Bangladeshi Tourists With Fresh New Camaign

Tourism Malaysia actively showcased its Visit Malaysia 2026 initiative at the 20th Dhaka Travel Mart (DTM) 2025 in Bangladesh, held from 6 to 8 February, capturing the attention of international travelers. Marking its 13th participation at the Dhaka Travel Mart, the Malaysian delegation, consisting of tour operators, airlines, and representatives from Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and KPJ Healthcare Berhad, showcased Malaysia’s finest offerings to the Bangladeshi market. With the rising interest in unique and personalized travel experiences, Malaysia has been expanding its tourism portfolio to meet the needs of diverse travelers. During the event, the country’s tourism board also highlighted medical tourism, educational opportunities, and ecotourism to draw more visitors from Bangladesh and other South Asian nations.

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