EVENTS

After the record-breaking success of 2023 edition of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia, which was attended by more than 1,100 delegates from 35+ countries, the Kingdom’s most influential hospitality investment event returns to Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh from 29 April to 1 May 2024. The objectives of …

WTTC and Sustainable Hospitality Alliance have launched ‘Hotel Sustainability Basics’, a verification (or stamp) for hotels and lodging accommodations to meet nine out of 12 criteria, including water, energy and employee treatment, it was revealed on the sidelines of COP28 held in Dubai recently. This is aimed mainly at small …

The Sharjah Pavilion at the World Travel Market in London, which was organised from 6 to 8 November 2023 at the ExCel international exhibition and convention centre, attracted hundreds of visitors. The pavilion was set up under the umbrella of the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) with participation …

TRAVTALK together with Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel and Ajman Department of Tourism Development, conducted a special panel discussion on the theme ‘Shaping the sustainability future in businesses’ to celebrate World Tourism Day. During the discussion, experts highlighted the challenges and suggested ways to take the sustainability move forward. TT Bureau …

TRAVTALK, the first zero carbon certified publication of the Middle East, along with Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel, will be hosting a special panel discussion on the World Tourism Day on 27 September 2023. Dr. Shehara Rizly In keeping with UNWTO’s commitment, UAE’s dedication as the year of sustainability and COP28, …

As the travel and tourism industry embarks on the path to recovery, the focus on responsible and sustainable practices has become paramount. In a recent panel discussion, hosted by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) in Nepal, challenges and opportunities for responsible tourism were brought forward by Industry leaders. TT …

Thailand is focusing on the Middle East as a key source market, as the Southeast Asian country last year received 96,389 travellers from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, followed by 65,857 from the UAE, 44,566 from Kuwait, 26,745 from Oman and 23,170 travellers from Qatar. Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) …

Sabre hosted a panel discussion on ‘The Main Trends Impacting Travel in 2023 and Beyond’ at ATM last month featuring prominent industry experts from dnata and Wego. The experts shared valuable insights into the current and future landscape of the travel industry, including the emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities that …

This year’s ITIC Middle East Tourism Investment Summit focuses on the recent case study in Oman on the opportunities for women in the tourism sector. Women make up for 54 per cent of the workforce in tourism globally, says UNWTO. TT Bureau Discussing the opportunities for women in tourism, Dr. …

Expo 2020 Dubai inspired and mesmerized the world after the challenges of the pandemic. It provided a wealth of opportunities to the 192 participating countries, and continues today as a business and entertainment destination. Sholto Douglas-Home, Chief Sales & Marcomms Officer at Expo City Dubai shares the city’s plans with …