THE latest bilateral discussions between the SA and Bahraini governments have yielded daily rights for Gulf Air to fly between Bahrain and SA. The carrier previously had three slots a week. The rights for four frequencies a week between SA and Oman have already been secured, and Gulf could take these up to fly 11 SA frequencies a week. Kate Nathan (katen@nowmedia.co.za)

Book for our Bucket list travel feature by 11 November 2026 - click here!