Gulf Air Holidays, F1 packages
Gulf Air Holidays, the tour operating division of Gulf Air, has drawn up a range of exciting one-day packages for the upcoming Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2006 on March 12, including return flights, meet and greet services at Bahrain International Airport, return transfers to Bahrain International Circuit, a ticket in the grandstand of your choice for the main race and a Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix souvenir pack. [AMEInfo.com]
Q400 joins Royal Jordanian
The second Bombardier Q400 joins the Royal Jordanian fleet today under the contract to acquire two Q400s through a leasing agreement, to operate on short-haul routes. The 72-passenger aircraft is among the newest and most modern turboprop aircraft. Royal Jordanian is to operate these aircraft to Damascus, Aleppo, Alexandria, Tel Aviv, Aqaba, Sharm El Sheikh and Al Arish. [AMEInfo.com]
Oman gas station cuts hours
The Buraimi petrol station on the border between Oman and the UAE is now opening just five hours a day because of high demand from neighbouring Al Ain motorists since the UAE increased its gas prices this autumn, reported Gulf News. Those travelling by road between the two Gulf States should take care to fill up their tanks. [AMEInfo.com]
Flights increased for Hajj
Extra flights are being put on to handle the more than 20,000 pilgrims who are expected to fly from Dubai to Makkah, and the 15,000 who will transit the airport on their way, reported Gulf News. A dedicated lounge at the airport will have facilities for performing Ahram, a holy ritual prior to the Hajj. [AMEInfo.com]
Holiday Autos, Air Arabia pact
Car rentals company Holiday Autos and Air Arabia are offering budget fly and drive holiday deals. Bookings can be made via a link on Air Arabia's website at airarabia.com. Air Arabia passengers get an automatic 5% discount on Holiday Autos cars. [AMEInfo.com]