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With a surge in international level medical facilities, Dubai is attracting a huge number of medical tourists. The emirate’s latest goal is to attract 500,000 medical tourists annually by 2025. TT Bureau Dubai’s rapid expansion in healthcare facilities The city has witnessed remarkable growth in the healthcare sector, with the …

Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade, a part of Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, organises a series of workshops as part of the Safe Tourism Awareness Programme. TT Bureau During the first half of 2024, Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade (DCCPFT), a part of …

In order to ease travel management process for small to medium-sized businesses, Marriott International launches ‘Business Access by Marriott Bonvoy’. The programme combines the benefits of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio with a suite of travel tools to seamlessly book, manage, and expense business travel, says Drew Pinto, the Executive Vice …

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Les Roches Global Hospitality revealed that the Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy – Les Roches is set to be launched in Zayed Sports City in September 2024. The new educational institution will be housed in a historic building …

Emirati Women’s Day is celebrated every year on 28 August to support and empower women in the United Arab Emirates. It not only highlights the major progress the region has made in terms of gender equality but underlines the role of Emirati women in the growth of the UAE. TRAVTALK …

Emerging from the challenges of the pandemic, dnata Travel Group has rapidly accelerated its growth, leveraging diversified source markets and innovative technologies. In an insightful discussion on ‘Journeys in Technology’, John Bevan, CEO, dnata Travel Group, shares his perspective on the evolving travel landscape, the role of AI, and the …

Tourism Malaysia, Dubai Mohd Faharuddin Hatmin has been appointed as the new Director of the Tourism Malaysia Dubai office. A visionary leader in tourism, Hatmin brings 22 years of experience across various divisions within Tourism Malaysia, including Tourism Malaysia in Milan, Italy. Now, in Dubai, Hatmin aims to elevate Malaysia’s …

The Palladium Hotel Group has been appointed by Almal Real Estate Development to manage ‘The Unexpected Al Marjan Island Hotel & Residences’, which is set to open its doors for customers in 2026. The project, coming up in Ras Al Khaimah, is a groundbreaking one and marks a new era …

South America’s LATAM Airlines announced that it is now available on the APG Platform, APG’s NDC portal. This enables full ticketing solutions to thousands of travel agencies in more than 120 countries, including the possibility to add ancillary services, such as bags, during the booking process. The network further allows …

From Reggae Rhythms to Culinary Delights, Jamaica is set to entice GCC travellers Jamaica’s culture is a delightful mix of history, music, and traditions. There is a distinct vibe that visitors from the GCC will immediately feel from the country. The island’s rich heritage, characterized by the infectious rhythms of …