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Hiring the right talent

One of the key elements to generate revenue is finding the right talent. After two challenging years the industry is on its way back setting the key elements for talent acquisition, says Nausheen Hasib- HR Manager, Park Regis Business Bay. Shehara Rizly Are there any changes in terms of hotel …

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Singapore welcomes 42k UAE visitors

Middle East continues to be an important market for Singapore, as it is a popular family leisure destination, as well as a world renown MICE hub. At a recent event hosted by Singapore Airlines and Singapore Tourism Board it was revealed that travellers from the UAE had been on the …

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Accessible tourism for everyone

The exponential growth of the tourism sector over recent decades offers numerous opportunities for socio-economic development. However, the sector has identified that many segments of society are yet to equally enjoy tourism attractions, facilities, and services at tourist destinations. Hence, accessible tourism is emerging as an important sector that significantly …

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Winter cruises on the rise in Qatar

Ayman Al Qudwa, General Manager, Falcon Travel, Qatar, shares with TRAVTALK the many aspects post the FIFA World Cup as to how the destination attracts visitors. The World Cup showcased Qatar as a bucket list destination with many different activities to experience. This winter, Qatar expects cruise tourism to go …

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Easing travel for determined tourists

As more destinations become aware of the importance of accessible tourism, and airlines, tourism boards and hotels make provisions for the same, Basma Al Mayman, Regional Director, ME, UNWTO; Sandeep Walia COO, Marriott International, ME, and Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager – Northern Emirates – Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, Bahi …

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Gearing up to welcome Chinese visitors

China is an important source market to the UAE. Already the travel between UAE and China has been on the rise, especially business travel. With Etihad and Emirates announcing additional flights to both Beijing and Shanghai due to the high demand, it’s a positive comeback after over two and a …

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Dammam port greets first cruise

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia recently welcomed the first cruise ship to Dammam’s King Abdulaziz Port, MSC World Europa. The Saudi Red Sea Authority, The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani), and Cruise Saudi recently welcomed the first cruise ship to Dammam’s King Abdulaziz Port, MSC World Europa. Saudi Red Sea Authority …

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Revenue optimization by HSMAI hailed

Bob Gilbert, President and CEO, HSMAI, congratulates HSMAI ME for organising 29 events over the past year and highlights the importance of revenue optimization. HSMAI ROC has delivered the most compelling and comprehensive revenue optimization event for the hotel industry, convening key stakeholders to address the most critical trends affecting …

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A new world of luxury

Luxury is a way of life for the Middle Eastern traveller. However, it exceeded its limits during the time of the pandemic taking a whole new outlook. TRAVTALK speaks to half-a-dozen leaders from the industry to know how the luxury travel industry has shaped up in the recent years and …

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