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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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

With the increasing number of tourists opting for more sustainable and environmental friendly travel experiences, sustainability is going to be one of the most important core values for organisations across the world. It has been well established in trends, for example, a Google survey in 2021 revealed a 70 per …

Human interaction is an important asset in the field of travel, tourism and hospitality. However, COVID-19 changed the scenario when technology entered the arena; it started a whole new ball game, to pay for every service rendered. To charge service fee or not? It’s a crucial, game-changing question on the …

Now that travel is back on track and Gen Z in the driver’s seat, it will revolutionize the way people travel in future, say experts. Marijana Jakic, Brand Manager, St. Moritz, Member of the Management Board ESTM AG It’s people who shape brands and destinations. In order to reach out …

With all its natural beauty, habitats that intersperse the past, present and future with lush landscapes, rivers and mountains, Europe is and always will be a luxury escape for GCC travellers. Luxury can be defined in many ways depending on the clientele, some will need more private escapes whilst others …

The travel relationship between Europe and the GCC have been strengthening year on year, this was also seen when travel escalated as soon as the European borders opened for travel. JVR Fernando, Chief Commercial Officer, Satguru Travel, shares his insights with TravTalk about this relationship further. TT Bureau As a …

Over the past few years, the Eastern European and Central European destinations became popular as they offered locals and expats living in the GCC easier options to visit and explore their destinations. Marsel Arystanbekov, Kyrgyzstan’s Country Manager for metasearch platform Aviasales shares his views with TravTalk over the new outbound …