In-the-Issue

A new dynamic leader

Ravi Santiago has a multi- faceted role at R Hotels as Cluster General Manager for the Wyndham hotels in Ajman and Group Financial Controller.  We take a look at his interesting journey over the years. Kicking off his career journey with the crème de la crème of Sri Lankan hospitality …

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Dubai becomes global case study

As one of the first few cities in the world to safely and effectively restart the events sector, Dubai has become a global case study in hosting live events, with the full reopening of its leisure events sector on September 15, paving the way for event organisers to host a …

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Indigo: a new address downtown

The highly anticipated Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown has officially opened its doors in the heart of Dubai. From art-inspired rooms and suites to versatile dining outlets and inspiring works of art throughout the property, Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown is an impressive, design-lead addition to the Downtown Dubai neighborhood. The hotel …

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UAE events industry reviving

The year has been quite challenging with the pandemic taking over and disrupting processes in the hospitality industry. Last month, for the first time, owners and management teams from the hospitality industry came together and discussed some of the key areas in the industry. Robin Rossmann, Managing Director, STR These …

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Grand Heights Hotel Apartments

Grand Heights Hotel Apartments has officially opened in Dubai’s dynamic Barsha Heights district, making an exciting new addition to hotel-apartment living in the heart of the city. Grand Heights Hotel Apartments is ideal for guests seeking affordable high-quality accommodation in a prime location. Ideally located close to Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed …

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Conrad debuts in Abu Dhabi

One of Abu Dhabi’s most prestigious hotels was rebranded on October 1, 2020, following the signing of a management agreement between Hilton and H.H. Sheikh Suroor Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan. The property, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, is the first in Hilton’s luxury portfolio to operate in the UAE capital. …

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Discover Ireland virtually

Earlier this year, Ireland started promoting the destination to the GCC, however the pandemic delayed its discovery. You can explore  the luxurious escape with luscious greenery on 18th November 2020 at 11am with Siobhan Naughton, Marketing and Trade Executive Middle East and Asia, Tourism Ireland and partners from the destination. …

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‘Cruising will pick up gradually’

Winter cruising in Dubai is customary every year as there are as many as 200 ship calls which bring in many cruise visitors. However, this year may be a little different with the pandemic setting in. One of the pioneers in cruise tourism in Dubai, Lakshmi Durai, CEO of Travel …

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Wyndham helps Ajman community

In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr Abdul Aziz Bin Ali Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, CEO of Al Ihsan Charity Association, Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ajman, Ramada by Wyndham Beach Hotel Ajman and Wyndham Garden Ajman Corniche signed a partnership agreement with the organisation to reinforce its …

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Health, wellbeing & travel

Every destination, project or business can have its very own contribution to guests’ wellbeing. To define this unique contribution, however, is not a straightforward task. Hotels and resorts, wellness centres, hospitals, retreats, etc. would need to find their very own understanding of wellbeing, says Laszlo Puczko, CEO & Co-founder, Health …

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