Tourism

The Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) announced record-breaking results for Sharjah Airport operations in 2024, continuing its upward trajectory in passenger, aviation, and cargo performance. These achievements underscore Sharjah’s success in solidifying its position as a premier destination for travel, tourism, and economic ventures. Over 17.1 Million Passengers Among the highlights of this exceptional performance, Sharjah International Airport welcomed a total ...

Air Arabia has announced the launch of its new non-stop flights to Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia. Starting January 30th, the new service will connect Sharjah International Airport with Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with a frequency of three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, commented, “We ...

In line with their ambitious growth and expansion strategies, Sharjah Airport and Air Arabia inaugurated their first direct flights to Warsaw. The new route to Warsaw, Poland, will operate five weekly flights (Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) between Sharjah Airport and Warsaw Chopin Airport using Airbus A320 aircraft. Warsaw becomes the second city in Poland to be connected directly ...

Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) launched the “Archaeology Centre in the Metaverse” project, the first of its kind in the world, in the field of cultural heritage in the Metaverse, aiming at exploring Sharjah’s cultural and archaeological heritage. SAA launched the “Archaeology Centre in the Metaverse” project, the first of its kind in the world, in the field of cultural heritage ...

Air Arabia has announced the launch of its new route between Sharjah and Sochi in Russia. The new non-stop flights will connect Sharjah International Airport to Sochi International Airport with a frequency of three flights per week starting from 27th June 2025. Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, said, “This new connection reflects our commitment to providing ...

The Sharjah Government Media Bureau successfully wrapped up yesterday the fourth edition of the immensely popular 4-day Sharjah Events Festival at Al Majaz Amphitheatre in Sharjah. The Sharjah Events Festival, held under the slogan ‘SeeSharjah’ from December 12 to 15, attracted more than 30,000 visitors who enjoyed the spectacular bouquet of fun and games and activities targeting all age groups ...

In accordance with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, efforts are being made to ensure the highest level of comfort for both citizens and residents. There is a strong emphasis on enhancing various areas of the emirate and implementing significant development projects aimed at benefiting everyone living ...

The first day of the Tanweer Festival proved to be a spectacular gathering of music, poetry and art, as the desert night came alive under a canopy of stars in the vast and historical wonder of the Mleiha desert. The festival, envisioned by Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi as a first-of-its-kind in the region, welcomed over 2,000 attendees and ...

The first and biggest low-cost airline (LCC) operator in the Middle East and North Africa, Air Arabia (PJSC), said on Monday that its third quarter net profit ended September 30, 2024, was Dh564 million, an 8% increase over Dh522 million for the same time in 2023. The airline achieved a turnover of Dh1.78 billion, marking a 10 per cent increase ...

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), in partnership with The Lux Collective, announces the completion of 40% construction for LUX* Al Jabal Resort in Khorfakkan, and 25% of construction work for LUX* Al Bridi Resort in the central region of Al Dhaid, with a total AED 320 million investment. Both resorts are expected to be completed by the last ...