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Dubai is geared up for the upcoming Expo 2020. Sanjive Khosla, Deputy Chief Visitor Experience Officer, Expo 2020 Dubai, shares an update on the mega event, which is expected to bring around 25 million visitors to the country. TT Bureau What is the latest update from the Expo ground? The …

Ras Al Khaimah has established itself as the hub for adventure tourism and destination weddings in the United Arab Emirates. From the creation of the longest zip line to mountainous hikes, the emirate is on a rapid scale growth trajectory in attracting various adventure seekers. Shehara Rizly Further expanding its …

‘Staycations’ is the buzzword in the UAE. Come every weekend, and city dwellers rush out to rejuvenate themselves. A 45-minute drive from Dubai, Barracuda Beach Resort serves as the perfect weekend getaway for those who seek that much-needed break. TT Bureau Barracuda Beach Resort at Umm Al Quwain is only …

An unstinted passion to meet new people and explore different cultures, led Manoj Tulsani, Chief Executive Officer, Rayna Tours and Travels, and his partner Kamlesh Ramchandani to venture into the travel and tour business. Tulsani’s approach to be innovative, while keeping abreast of industry trends and needs of travellers has …

SriLankan Airlines is once again on its path to achieve its goals, despite recent setbacks. Vipula Gunatilleke, Chief Executive Officer, SriLankan Airlines, shares how the airline is armed to regain the route to profitability. TT Bureau How important is the Middle East market for SriLankan Airlines? The Middle East traffic …

Summer brings the scope of travelling to new outbound destinations for the Middle Eastern travellers. We speak to some tourism boards and agents to know more. Pichaya Saisaengchan, Director of Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT), Dubai and Middle East office We welcomed over 38.2 million visitors last year, bringing in 63 …

With just under 18 months away for Expo 2020 Dubai, Emirates, the premier partner and official airline of the event, has unveiled its design and visitor-experience pavilion. TT Bureau The advent of technological evolution has arrived. Focusing on the future of commercial aviation, Emirates Pavilion’s design and visitor experience will …

DTCM has announced 19 sustainability requirements in line with the Dubai Sustainable Tourism (DST) initiative for the hospitality sector. Shehara Rizly To enable positive change within the hospitality industry through sustainable requirements, Dubai’s hotel establishments shall comply with the Dubai Tourism hotel classification system, with the long-term objective of advancing …

The rebranding of Yas Experience into Experience Hub has resulted in a positive outcome with India leading as the key source market. Take a look at some of the latest attractions set to increase domestic tourism. Shehara Rizly The purpose-built island not only has theme parks and visitor attractions but …

The 66-apartment property appeals to business, leisure and pilgrim travellers who seek a premium extended stay experience. TT Bureau The re-branded property is the third Marriott Executive Apartments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and appeals to the rapidly growing demand for extended stay both with business as well as …