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Travel and tourism sector contributed SAR 444.3 billion to the GDP of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2023. The Kingdom also exceeded the target of 100 million tourists during the year. TT Bureau According to the World Travel & Tourism Council’s 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s …
Read More »AI’s travel takeover
The impact of Artificial Intelligence and technology can be seen on the travel sector all over the world. Experts voice their opinion on the topic that seems to have revolutionised the industry today. Jamal Abdulnasar, CEO, Cozmo Travel AI and technology have transformed the travel, tourism, and hospitality industry by …
Read More »Staycations gain momentum in UAE
With the summer coming early this year, staycations seem to be a massive hit among locals and expats in the United Arab Emirates. Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah, offering beachfront resorts, desert retreats, and luxury urban hotels, are some of the hot destinations finding favour with the …
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Oman Air, Oman H.E. Eng. Saeed Al Mawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information & Chairman, Oman Air, alongside the company’s Board of Directors, has appointed Con Korfiatis as the Chief Executive Officer of Oman Air. A highly accomplished leader with over 30 years of experience in the aviation industry, …
Read More »Enabling agents end-to-end tech services
Traveazy recently launched its B2B travel solutions that combine state-of-the-art technology with over a decade of experience in designing travel itineraries and packages to help travel agents. The launch will leverage the company’s robust infrastructure and extensive market presence to offer unparalleled service and value, claims Geet Bhalla, Founder & …
Read More »Sun Siyam Resorts gears up for summer
Over the past few years, Middle East has been a key source market to Maldives, mainly due to the privacy in resorts, personalisation and luxury experiences. Some of the key trends that one can witness is that family vacations are back and so are small group trips. Sun Siyam Resorts …
Read More »Assured commissions for partners
DAMAC Hotels & Resorts and Paramount Hotels have benefitted from the continuous growth of tourism in the Gulf Cooperation Council region. The rising travel demand brings in a steady economy and the expansion of new source markets. Dean Rossilli, Senior Vice President, DAMAC Hospitality shared with TRAVTALK some key trends …
Read More »ATA ties up with Conrad Dubai
The Arabian Travel Awards, now in its seventh year, has announced Conrad Dubai as its official hospitality partner. Known for recognising excellence in the travel and tourism industry, the event attracts top leaders in the industry. This year’s Arabian Travel Awards will take place at the Conrad Dubai on November …
Read More »Summer Sale at McArthurGlen Designer Outlets: Elevating Style with extra discount
Summer is here, and so is the much-awaited sale season at the McArthurGlen Designer Outlets, where luxury meets affordability. Spanning across 23 designer outlets in Europe, the centers Summer Sale is set to kick off in mid-June in Northern Europe and conclude at the end of August in Southern Europe. …
Read More »Siddhalepa promotes wellness tourism
On the sidelines of the Arabian Travel Market, Siddhalepa Ayurveda Hospital, a Sri Lankan hospital providing Ayurveda treatments to ailments, conducted a power breakfast for travel agents and selected media interested in promoting health and wellness in the Middle East region. The event was graced by Alexi Gunasekara, Consul General …
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