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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 …

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 …

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. …

Germany is one of the most favoured destinations by GCC travellers mainly due to its diversity and its high class medical facilities. The capital of Berlin is popular amongst travellers as it is home to some of the most state-of-the-art healthcare facilities apart from its diverse lifestyle. Shehara Rizly On …

At the 112th session of the UNWTO Executive Council, HE Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Saudi Arabia’s Minister for Tourism, announced the establishment of the UNWTO Regional Office for ME in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Shehara Rizly The new UNWTO Regional Office will serve as a hub for the UNWTO to 13 countries in …

Connecting 48 exhibitors from Thailand with over 250 buyers from the GCC for a whole day of networking sessions at the first-ever ‘Amazing Thailand Virtual Roadshow’ which concluded recently, showed the interest and confidence of the travellers. Some exhibitors and agents shared their comments with TRAVTALK. Sellers Jidapa (Jill) Niladhanadhon, …

Looking at hitherto known destinations in the much loved destination of Germany, the first webinar exploring the diverse Southwest Germany concluded recently with participants from UAE, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain. Shehara Rizly 1.8 million overnight stays from GCC in 2019 Starting off the webinar, Yamina …

As the city gathers momentum with the resumption of conferences, meetings and exhibitions, Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has formed a new Business Events Stakeholders Committee, reinforcing its commitment to engaging with the industry and re-establishing its place at the heart of Dubai’s economic growth and …

The maiden Virtual Roadshow by Singapore Tourism concluded with a record number of over 280 buyers from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and Qatar who were able to meet virtually with 15 exhibitors from Singapore. GB Srithar, Regional Director Singapore Tourism Board IMESA The STB Virtual Roadshow held …

The countdown has begun for the maiden Amazing Thailand virtual roadshow to take place on September 9, 2020 from 10 am to 6 pm (UAE time). This digital B2B meeting platform will connect travel professionals across the GCC to hospitality and tourism establishments in Thailand. Pichaya Saisaengchan, Director, Tourism Authority …