Entrepreneur Roman Ziemian explores the critical role artificial intelligence plays in shaping a sustainable transportation.  As someone deeply invested in both technology and transportation, I am constantly inspired by the UAE’s forward-thinking approach to building a sustainable future. The UAE is not only positioning itself as a leader in innovation …

Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager – Northern Emirates, Coral Beach Resort Sharjah and Bahi Ajman Place Hotel, in an interview with TRAVTALK, shares that this year has been quite successful in terms of occupancy for their properties in Sharjah and Ajman. This uptick in occupancy also pushed the revenue higher …

As a growing brand in the Middle Eastern hospitality landscape, Gewan Hotels & Resorts is taking big strides by delivering exceptional experiences across its seven distinct properties. In an exclusive Q&A session with TRAVTALK, Ahmed Hassib, Chief Executive Officer, Gewan Hotels & Resorts, shares inside view of their offerings, partnerships, …

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, a 5-star beach resort in the Maldives, announces its unwavering commitment to sustainability by becoming a signatory of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism. This significant step aligns Sun Siyam Iru Fushi with global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and foster sustainable tourism practices, …

RezLive.com announced its expansion into the Indonesian market through a strategic partnership with PT Pantravel as its official GSA. This collaboration is set to deliver enhanced services to travel partners. TT Bureau The partnership with Pantravel aims to empower Indonesian travel agents with seamless access to over 500,000+ hotel rooms, …

The cruise industry has shown a remarkable resilience globally, and the Middle East is no exception. As we move further into 2024, the expectations for the cruise industry in the region are high. In an interview with TRAVTALK, Ashok Kumar, Managing Director, Cruise Master, shares his views on passenger numbers, …

Furthering its commitment to sustainable tourism, the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has unveiled the Sustainable Tourism AI Assistant, an innovative virtual assistant designed to empower travellers, businesses, and institutions to make informed eco-friendly decisions. The forward-thinking tool was launched at GITEX Global, one of the world’s largest …

BluSmart provides an environmentally conscious transport options for those willing to invest in reducing their carbon footprint, says Amin Aslam, Group Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. TT Bureau Amin Aslam, Group Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, BluSmart, says sustainability is now central to every travel agent and hotel’s agenda, with mobility being …

Miral Abu Dhabi announced that Yas Island and Saadiyat Island achieved a remarkable surge in visitors over the summer months, further solidifying their status as must-visit destinations for travellers from across the globe. Whilst Yas Island Abu Dhabi saw 90 per cent hotel occupancy in August, Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi …

Expedia unveiled Unpack ’25, the annual data-driven outlook for what is motivating travellers and where will they go next year. This is Expedia’s first Unpack report that includes data from UAE residents following its expansion plans to the region. Expedia analysed first-party travel data, insights from 25,000 travellers, and the …