In-the-Issue

Located amid adventurous attractions, in close proximity to the Dubai International Airport and following the path to the airstrip, Mirdif is a hub of activities making it one of the most vibrant precincts across Dubai. Shady Dawad, General Manager, Millennium Place Mirdif, shares with TRAVTALK a comprehensive take on the …

Business travel market has grown exponentially across the Middle East in the last couple of years. According to recent researches, the global business travel market will surpass US $1.6 trillion by 2027 with the travel spending to reach US $1.48 trillion by end of this year. Prashant Kirtane, Chief Executive …

With over 13 different types of meeting rooms and 3,500 sq mt of space for conference facilities, Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan is one of the largest mixed-use properties in Dubai. Arijit Paul, the Director of Sales & Marketing for the property, in an interview with TRAVTALK, shares the overall offerings …

Entering in its 7th year, the Arabian Travel Awards will take place on 12 November 2024 as an invitation-only event to honour and appreciate those in the travel, tourism and hospitality arena across the GCC. Conrad Dubai joins DDP Group as the hospitality partner to celebrate the hard work and …

Director of Tourism, Donovan White, visits Bahrain to promote Jamaica and strengthen travel partnerships Jamaica’s Director of Tourism, Donovan White, recently concluded a successful visit to Bahrain, where he attended the prestigious Routes Conference, engaged with key travel agents and industry leaders, and held meetings with major regional airlines to …

Three-day ITB Asia begins in Singapore from 23 October 2024. TRAVTALK is the media partner for the event, being held under the theme ‘Innovating for Tomorrow: Shaping the Resilience of Travel & Tourism’. Dr Shehara Rizly About 24.5 per cent of exhibitors at ITB Asia are travel agents, tour operators …

Starting 27 October, ITA Airways will be operating daily direct flights from Dubai to Italy with the state-of-the-art A321neo, the new-generation aircraft that combines efficiency and style to make your travel experience truly unforgettable, says Mohamed Jassim Al Rais, Executive Director, APG Gulf, the General Sales Agent of ITA Airways …

The Middle East has become a key source market for Sun Siyam Resorts, as travellers from the region are attracted by their all-inclusive offerings, diverse dining options, wellness programmes, and unforgettable experiences. ‘Our six resorts are easy to reach with direct flights from major cities in the Middle East,’ shares …

One of the prominent figures in travel, tourism and hospitality industry, Roula Jouny heads a global conglomerate, Rocket International, as the Chief Executive Officer. This visionary leader with over 30 years of experience speaks to TRAVTALK about her new venture, as the Destination Management Company plans to spread business in …

At the G20 Tourism Ministerial Conference in Brazil, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to make its tourism sector sustainable and a powerful force for forging closer cultural ties with other countries. ‘KSA shares and celebrates the G20’s dedication to boost tourism growth and to put sustainability at the heart of our work,’ …