TravTalk Middle East Online Magazine
Networking takes centre stage
Anil Mohan
Shurooq at the forefront of ecotourism
Sharjah is en route to become one of the most sustainable cities in the world with its green economy policy. Ecotourism is not only the future for Sharjah but also the answer to its social, economic and environmental goals. TT Bureau Sharjah has been presciently laying the foundations for cultural …
Read More »Global platform for trade
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has witnessed an exponential growth of the participation of new countries over the past few years. Catering to different markets, be it leisure, family travel, millennials, corporates or a combination of bleisure experiences, this event has become the leading network space in the Middle East. Key …
Read More »Popular summer escapes
With the summer finally setting in the Middle East, schools being closed and another long holiday around the corner, a quick indulgent summer escape is the answer. TTME provides detailed insights into the destinations where locals and expats are headed to for spending their vacation. Shehara Rizly Suresh Dissanayake, Assistant …
Read More »Emphasis on revolutionary ways of travel
This year, ITB Berlin will witness Middle East occupying 3200 square meter in total space, with Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah tourism authorities having expanded their booths. David Ruetz, Head of ITB Berlin, tells TravTalk about the vast line-up at the five-day long leading travel trade exhibition. Shehara Rizly …
Read More »Trade looks forward to ITB Berlin
The year begins once again with the most lucrative networking arena in Berlin from March 7-11. The Middle East secures its position by occupying nearly 3000 plus square feet in the exhibition area. In its 52nd edition, ITB Berlin is set to host over 160,000 visitors worldwide on one ground. …
Read More »Dawn of a new era of adventure tourism
Adventure and responsible tourism seem to be the most trending travel segments. This is evident in PATA hosting its annual Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart 2018 at Al Ain from February 21-23. Dr. Mario Hardy, CEO, PATA shares more details with TTME. Shehara Rizly Q) What will …
Read More »Prospective hub for art and culture
With the recent opening of the Louvre Abu Dhabi, the UAE has successfully attracted the niche market of art and cultural tourism. This will be a stepping stone to ensure UAE becomes a hub for authentic Arab art and culture. TravTalk delves deeper into similar art havens in the emirates. …
Read More »50,000 delegates for the first time at WTM
The numbers of senior industry buyers and travel professionals invited to do business at WTM London, the leading global event for the travel industry, rose yet again for 2017.The key benchmarks of exhibitor invitees and WTM Buyers’ Club members in attendance topped last year’s record figures at WTM London. The …
Read More »Date for corporates with Travel Tuesday
Plus Point Hospitality, along with Singapore Tourism Board and Singapore Airlines held their maiden industry networking event- Travel Tuesday at Taj Dubai. The event gave many an opportunity to various corporates and MICE organisers to gather valuable information about the destination and the airline.
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