Qashio announced its strategic partnership with Visa to launch Visa Commercial Choice Travel programme for the first time in the Middle East region. With this innovative B2B travel payments solution launch, Visa and Qashio will support the travel industry in the UAE, MENA, Europe & the UK with global issuance …
Read More »Miral rolls out sustainable strategy
Miral unveiled its comprehensive Sustainability Strategy, a milestone in its ongoing environmental and social commitment. It outlines Miral’s ambitions to become a regional benchmark for sustainable Leisure, Entertainment, and Tourism (LET) experiences by 2030. The strategy underscores Miral’s commitment to positioning its destinations and attractions as regional references for sustainable …
Read More »Middle East in the spotlight @ FITUR
The 45th edition of Fitur witnessed an increased presence from the Middle East, bringing in major players from the region. Oman, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Iran, Iraq stood out in terms of main pavilions set up at the international trade tourism fair, whereas Atlantis made a vast difference as an iconic …
Read More »Arabian Travel Awards returns to woo industry leaders
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 …
Read More »ITB Asia to focus on leisure, MICE
ITB Asia, scheduled at Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore from 23 to 25 October this year, will have as the media partner. The event will see Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Oman as key exhibitors from the Middle East this year. Joyce Wang, Executive Director, Messe Berlin Asia …
Read More »Branded residences to launch @FHS
Branded residences, one of the fastest-growing sectors in hospitality, will take centre stage at FHS World, with a full-day conference led by one of the sector’s leading innovators, Accor One Living. Debuting at FHS World on 2 October, The Branded Residences Forum will feature workshops and conference sessions exploring the …
Read More »TravTalk celebrates Emirati Women’s Day
TravTalk, along with SLS Dubai, organised a special event to celebrate Emirati Women’s Day, which was attended by 80 key women leaders from the industry. Suaad Al Suwaidi, first Emirati and Arabic female wildlife photographer, was the Chief Guest, while the Guest of Honour was Her Excellency Laila Rahha El …
Read More »Medical tourists flock Dubai
With a surge in international level medical facilities, Dubai is attracting a huge number of medical tourists. The emirate’s latest goal is to attract 500,000 medical tourists annually by 2025. TT Bureau Dubai’s rapid expansion in healthcare facilities The city has witnessed remarkable growth in the healthcare sector, with the …
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Tourism Malaysia, Dubai Mohd Faharuddin Hatmin has been appointed as the new Director of the Tourism Malaysia Dubai office. A visionary leader in tourism, Hatmin brings 22 years of experience across various divisions within Tourism Malaysia, including Tourism Malaysia in Milan, Italy. Now, in Dubai, Hatmin aims to elevate Malaysia’s …
Read More »GCC gets a taste of the Jamaican vibe
From Reggae Rhythms to Culinary Delights, Jamaica is set to entice GCC travellers Jamaica’s culture is a delightful mix of history, music, and traditions. There is a distinct vibe that visitors from the GCC will immediately feel from the country. The island’s rich heritage, characterized by the infectious rhythms of …
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