HOTELS

From all-inclusive concepts, to providing private and bespoke experiences, Pulse Hotels and Resorts caters to the family and ultra luxury clientele from the Middle Eastern region. Their signature properties The Nautilus, Kandima and Nova in Maldives have become popular among them. Mohamed Khaleel, MD, Pulse Hotels & Resorts, says they …

Sharjah’s Coral Beach Resort has been transforming into a hotel with zero carbon emissions over the past year with international experts carrying out the necessary programmes and auditing the property recently for the certification. Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager, Coral Beach Resort Sharjah and Bahi Ajman Palace, shares more on …

Sun Siyam has become a household name in the GCC region due to its activities and features. TRAVTAL takes a trip down memory lane with Zulaikha Manik, Deputy Managing Director, Sun Siyam Resorts, on their journey over the years and then moves on to the importance of the GCC market …

Sandeep Walia, Chief Operating Officer, Middle East Marriott International, shared valuable insights on their latest research of 192 million global membership, their growth plans for the year with a special focus on empowering women in leadership in Saudi Arabia, as there will be more hotels coming up this year. Dr. …

As industry professionals meet at ITB Berlin, TRAVTALK speaks to Ravi Santiago, Cluster General Manager, Wyndham Hotels Ajman (Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ajman, Ramada by Wyndham Beach Hotel Ajman and Wyndham Garden Ajman Corniche) on their focus this year at one of the most popular travel trade shows …

Two Seasons Hotel & Apartments partners with Heritage Express to provide guests with an immersive Emirati cultural experience. This partnership aims to enhance hotel guest experience and create cultural awareness among residents, tourists and students. Guests can now book the experience at the hotel’s reception desk. Trolley bus can be …

Grand Mercure Dubai City, gearing up for participation in ITB Berlin 2024, has identified Germany as an important market, as they have witnessed an increase of up to 12 per cent year on year between 2023 and 2024. The property has been growing in terms of attracting varied international visitors …

Ministry of Tourism in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia tied-up with Accor to nurture and develop Saudi talent in the hospitality industry. Through the ‘Tamayyaz by Accor’ programme, the collaboration seeks to offer graduates and individuals a clear path for career advancement, expedite nationalization, cultivate internal talent, implement onboarding programmes, …

Northern Emirates witnessed exponential growth in the number of visitors this year with Germans taking the lead. ‘Overall Northern Emirates is attracting more German guests due to our beautiful beaches in all the northern emirates destinations,’ says Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager, Northern Emirates (Coral Beach Resort Sharjah and Bahi …

Swissotel Al Murooj will be participating at ITB Berlin for the first time. During the three-day event, they will be showcasing the hotel and its facilities to a global audience. The event will also provide them networking opportunities with their current and new partners. TRAVTALK speaks to Amro Nagah, General …