Anil Mohan

UAE shines at WTM London

The three-day World Travel Market in London this year proved to be more lucrative than the previous years, thanks to the planning which was practiced this year. According to some of the partners in the hospitality and tourism trade, almost 35 per cent meetings could be converted as business transactions.

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ITB Asia 2016 in Singapore

The ninth installation of ITB Asia, the region’s leading travel trade show, took place from October 19-21, 2016, at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. ITB Asia 2016 is the biggest and most exciting edition yet as they continue to forge new partnerships and connect …

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Renewed optimism in Turkey with AME ’17

The congress, meeting and event industry exhibition, ACE of MICE (AME), will be held from February 22-24, 2017, in Istanbul. Selin Kamil, International Relations Executive, ACE of MICE Exhibition, says the event will address issues such as crisis communication and management. Shehara Rizly Q) What is the focus of the …

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New offerings @WTM

As the world comes together at WTM, businesswise it is expected to rise above last year’s record $3.23 billion (£2.5 billion). The Middle East, with over 150 exhibitors from the six emirates and GCC, will be well represented. Simon Press, Senior Director, WTM London, tells more. TT Bureau Give us …

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Cruising Abu Dhabi on scenic waterways

A novel addition to the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi is a newly launched ferry named as “Jalboot” – the emirate’s only private scheduled passenger service which covers 100 kms of scenic waterway in and around the emirate. TT BUREAU The ferry has won a warm reception from residents and tourists …

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Seminars at sea for agents

Celebrity Cruises recently held its Seminar at Sea for the travel agents from across Middle East, where they got an opportunity to sail to Europe and gain first-hand experience of cruising, making it easier for them to sell the cruises efficiently. TT Bureau Since the first sailing of Celebrity Cruises …

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RAKTDA commits to accessible tourism

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has strengthened its commitment to deliver ‘Tourism For All’ by signing the Accessible Tourism Code of Good Conduct, during its annual UAE World Tourism Day conference. The half-day UAE World Tourism Day Conference, held at the Al Marjan Island Convention Centre, saw keynote …

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Versatile Dynamic Experts

A team of connoisseurs in travel, event management, MICE, leisure and hospitality has initiated one of the leading event management companies in the region with a sharp focus on the MICE industry, they will be intensifying their focus to expand their footprint worldwide. TT Bureau The name of the organization …

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