Located along the famed Batu Ferringhi beach in Penang, Malaysia, the five-star PARKROYAL Penang Resort offers unparalleled experiences from exquisite gourmet dining, state-of-the-art facilities and a host of family-oriented activities. Tucked away from the busy city yet only a stone’s throw away, immerse yourself in nature’s wonders and explore Penang, …
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A 45-minute drive from Penang International Airport, Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa is an iconic resort in Penang, nestled between centuries old rain trees and Batu Feringgi (Foreigner’s Rock) beach. A 5-star premier resort with a beautiful 30-acre landscaped garden, this tropical paradise is easily distinguished by its Malaysia …
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Singapore Airlines (SIA) Dubai offers increased functionality to its UAE trade partners via the KrisConnect Programme, as part of the airline’s initiative to improve overall customer experience. Ryan Yeoh, General Manager, Gulf & Middle East, Singapore Airlines shares with TRAVTALK. Shehara Rizly Q What is the Kris-Connect Programme and why …
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Germany and Scandinavian markets have focused on GCC over the past few years, hence a new company, Step to Markets, was established in Berlin after many years of experience in the GCC. Maher Azizia, Chief Executive Officer, Step to Markets speaks with TravTalk about the venture. Shehara Rizly Please share …
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Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has announced the resumption of desert tours and related activities in the emirate with strict implementation of the precautionary measures and guidelines issued for desert tours and Sharjah tour operators. This latest decision comes as part of the efforts to resume the tourism …
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In a move to take all preventive precautions and limit the spread of COVID-19, the new medical passport has been launched by the Ministry of Health in Saudi Arabia. As Saudi Arabian Government is keen to preserve the health and safety of citizens and residents within its soil from the …
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The re-opening of the King Fahd Causeway will add billions of dollars to Bahrain’s economy as visitor levels return to pre-pandemic levels, according to an expert. Dr. Ali Al-Moulani, President of the Bahrain Economists Society, hailed the Kingdom’s “longstanding tourism and trade ties” with Saudi Arabia following news that the …
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Reopening borders between the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar will be one of the most positive beginnings ushered in the new year 2021. Nasir Jamal Khan, CEO, Al Nabodah Travel The reopening of land, air and sea borders between the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar is expected to see a …
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Tourism Ireland is gearing up for their first-ever virtual roadshow with the Middle East travel trade on March 8 and 9, 2021 between 14:00 – 17:00 GST. Niall Gibbons, Chief Executive, Tourism Ireland and Siobhan Naughton, Trade Executive Middle East & Asia, Tourism Ireland share more details on the event. …
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After a successful virtual roadshow in Aug 2020, the STB will conduct its second virtual roadshow on February 3, 2021 with 15 partners from 10am to 4pm UAE time. Shehara Rizly Beverly Au Yong, Area Director – Middle East, Singapore Tourism Board, shared, “Through the virtual trade roadshow, Singapore Tourism …
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