International Air Traffic Association (IATA) data shows that Middle Eastern airlines achieved double digit growth last month even as global growth declined 3.1%. Passenger demand increased 11.2% in April 2009 compared to the same month last year and airline capacity increased 12.3%. IATA increased its projected loss figure for Middle Eastern Airlines to Dh 3.3 billion - more than four times the previous projected loss.
However, IATA said the only other region to experience a growth in passenger demand was Latin America with 7.5%, in excess of a 6.5% increase in capacity. Passenger numbers for European carriers fell 2.7% while capacity was adjusted downward by 2.6%. Asia Pacific’s fall in demand was 8.6% against a negative capacity adjustment of 7.4%
It may be small, but this theme park is in a fantastic location on the Santa Monica Pier. Kids can spend the day playing the various arcade games that are available, or riding on a roller coaster or even getting a good view of the LA coastline from the top of the Ferris Wheel. Address: Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Tel: 310.260.8744 ...
The Central Market is in the corner of Queen Victoria Street. It has a central courtyard and six floors. One of the first markets of Hong Kong, one can find all kinds of traditional handmade Chinese goods here. For all meat shopping this is the place to go to. In fact it is the biggest supplier of meat products in South Asia. This is also a place to collect rare Chinese herbs and roots and ...
Located next door to the Gold Souk, the Spice Souk is an aromatic delight. An amazing variety of spices is available here. It’s a must visit if you want to soak in the essence of Arabia. The narrow alleyways may seem a little daunting at first, but don’t give up – everyone here is friendly and helpful without being too pushy. If and when you buy something, remember that just about everything i...
The Houston Museum of Natural Science is located in Hermann Park and hosts over 2 million visitors a year. It has four floors of natural science halls and exhibits, a planetarium, butterfly center and IMAX theatre. Throughout the year, the museum hosts numerous special events and exhibits. Address: 5401 Caroline Street, Museum District Tel: (713) 942 8000. Website: www.hmn...