AGENTS

Reducing carbon emissions top priority

Carbon emissions in travel and tourism has been a key concern over the past years. Today, there is more action in terms of reducing the carbon emissions in the industry, Sanith de Silva Wijeyeratne, Director & CEO, The Climate & Conservation Consortium (CCC) and its consulting arm CCC Consultants LLC …

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Heritage driving tourism in ME

With an aim to capitalise on the growing trend of experiential travel where visitors seek cultural and heritage experiences, rather than less context dependent leisure options, governments in the Middle East region are focussing on developing cultural destinations and promoting the region’s heritage sites to attract global tourists and encourage …

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New destinations make the cut

GCC residents are planning their post Ramadan outbound travel not just to the usual destinations but to various new and upcoming destinations which has been offering a whole new suite of attractions. Destinations have been showcasing their latest offerings over various programmes for the GCC travellers. Here is what experts …

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Supporting agents, to service customers

In terms of technology, travel agents are at a stage when they need support on varied new solutions that come into effect on a regular basis. Travelport has been providing necessary knowledge and training for agents to optimise revenue and offer better service options to their clientele over the years, …

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ITB helps to grow business by 15-20%

As the world meets in Berlin for the first time in three years without fear of restrictions, Al Tahadi Travel and Tourism expects to gain 15 % to 20% more business by attending this year’s ITB Berlin. This would be the first mega event which connects the travel, tourism, and …

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Shift in booking patterns

German tour operator and DMC Remaz Tours GmbH is now able to connect with travel trade once again after they assemble after a hiatus of three years in Berlin. TT Bureau Maher Azizia, MD, Remaz Tours GmbH, said how this year’s ITB Berlin will be special to the travel trade …

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Reconnecting with trade partners

It is time for travel, tourism and hospitality to network together on a single platform at ITB Berlin. Rehan Ali, CEO, Tawfeeq Travel Qatar shares with TRAVTALK the importance of the event and what they are currently working to reconnecting with suppliers and customers at the show. TT Bureau German …

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Venturing into newer markets

Satguru, an industry leader with a wide network of offices across 80 countries, is venturing to introduce new services and products for its customers. Europe is a vital market as an inbound standpoint and outbound too, hence, the perfect place to meet its partners is ITB Berlin, which hits the …

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Umrah bookings up from Indonesia, Pak

Hajj and Umrah tour operator Mawasim, part of Almosafer, Seera Group’s travel platform, has recorded strong growth in Umrah bookings, with its new offices in Indonesia and Pakistan driving significant growth in pilgrim arrivals. The two countries are also the top international markets for Umrah bookings for Mawasim in 2022. …

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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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