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    Brilliant News – Etihad Are No Longer Affected By The ‘Electronics Ban’ On US Flights

    by Zac George July 3, 2017

    In March, the United States implemented an electronics ban which affected a total of 8 countries such as Africa, the Middle East Turkey and more. Basically the ban meant passengers couldn’t take devices with them in the cabin if they were larger than their mobile device, Emirates even banned noise cancelling headphones.

    The ban was obviously not popular by passengers as most tend to use their own devices for entertainment and work purposes. Carriers were quick to adapt to this and offer devices and other features for the passengers. Emirates allowed passengers in Business and First to loan tablets, Qatar offered Business Class passengers laptops and Etihad offer Business and First passengers a tablet and the wifi onboard is free for everyone.

    Finally there’s some good news to report about the ‘Electronics Ban’ and it’s that Etihad is now excluded from the ban, effective immediately. 

    According to Gulfnews.com, Homeland Security gave the Abu Dhabi based carrier the go ahead to drop the ban due to having  Preclearence at Abu Dhabi International Airport. Preclearence is used for passengers on flights to the United States. Etihad have also just updated their website with the most current information.

    Finally passengers are able to take their laptops and other larger electronic devices onboard!

    Etihad 787-9 In Washington Dulles

    Overall, this is fantastic news for passengers flying on Etihad to the United States. At this time, there’s no other information on the other airports and I imagine it’ll still be a while before we see it fully lifted.

    July 3, 2017 0 comment
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    Review – Aerotel Transit Hotel Abu Dhabi

    by Zac George June 13, 2017
    June 13, 2017

    On a recent trip to Abu Dhabi, I decided I’d visit the Aerotel transit hotel at Abu Dhabi airport. I had to check-out of the St. Regis Saadiyat Island at 10 am and instead…

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    Review – St. Regis Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi

    by Zac George May 9, 2017
    May 9, 2017

    After arriving from New York, I had two days in Abu Dhabi which I was really excited about. 90% of my travel is a quick transit and I don’t leave the airport but…

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    Abu Dhabi’s Midfield Terminal To Now Open In 2019

    by Zac George March 14, 2017
    March 14, 2017

    Well, this isn’t surprising… Abu Dhabi’s new Midfield terminal is now set to open in 2019, 2 years late as it was supposed to be opening in September of this year. The…

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    Photo Review – Brunch In The Clouds, St. Regis Abu Dhabi

    by Zac George March 8, 2017
    March 8, 2017

    In late January, I stayed at the St.Regis Abu Dhabi and I absolutely loved my stay. I just found some of the photos I previously couldn’t find so I thought I’d write this post.…

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    Review – St. Regis Abu Dhabi

    by Zac George February 18, 2017
    February 18, 2017

    After flying in from London, I had two days to spend in Abu Dhabi before flying to Sydney. In the Middle East, there is a heap of variety, especially with SPG properties. I had…

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    Jet lag Express – Flying Home From Washington The Long Way

    by Zac George November 7, 2016
    November 7, 2016

    Good evening from beautiful Washington DC! This past weekend has been one of best experiences I have ever had. I was very lucky enough to be invited to attend “BACON” (BoardingArea Convention),…

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    Virgin Australia Will Resume Sydney – Abu Dhabi Flights From September 1

    by Zac George July 6, 2016
    July 6, 2016

    Virgin Australia has today announced it will resume its Sydney to Abu Dhabi flights from September 1. Virgin stopped these flights at the end of last year due to getting their 777…

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