The Middle East market craves for entertainment, bespoke experiences, innovative and ultra luxury concepts when it comes to travel. Palladium’s strength lies in all-inclusive premium luxury segment, which is a perfect blend for the clients from this region, says Sandra Polo Canudas, Asia & ME Commercial Director, Palladium Hotel Group. …

Matt Gibson, CEO, UpThink, highlights the impact of Conversational AI on tourism and the way people take travel decisions, at the PATA Annual Summit and Adventure Mart 2023. TT Bureau Generative AI is poised to revolutionize the travel industry. “Initially, technology-first companies will reap the greatest benefits, leveraging their in-house …

While the rising interest rates and uncertain economic outlook raise concerns, investment banker Morgann Lesne from Cambon Partners says it could be the one-off opportunity for ‘brave’ buyers of travel companies, as prices now represent better value than anytime in the recent memory. ‘Buy, not build’ strategy could be the …

As the travel and tourism industry embarks on the path to recovery, the focus on responsible and sustainable practices has become paramount. In a recent panel discussion, hosted by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) in Nepal, challenges and opportunities for responsible tourism were brought forward by Industry leaders. TT …

Thailand is focusing on the Middle East as a key source market, as the Southeast Asian country last year received 96,389 travellers from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, followed by 65,857 from the UAE, 44,566 from Kuwait, 26,745 from Oman and 23,170 travellers from Qatar. Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) …

Kanoo Travel’s ‘Kanoo Travel More’ is an extension of its service offerings, introducing clients to superior travel experiences. By joining forces with G Travel International, the first IATA member agency in the GCC aims to ‘unlock an exceptional potential’ to serve customers with unique opportunities for travel suited to their …

The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) organised an exclusive media tour to Ajman, a hidden gem nestled in the UAE. This extraordinary tour offered a truly immersive experience, unveiling the emirate’s rich history, breathtaking natural beauty, and vibrant cultural heritage, while showcasing that sustainability is at the forefront of …

Amro Nagah, General Manager, Swissotel Al Murooj Hotel, Dubai, shares with TRAVTALK  the many areas of growth in the hospitality industry in Dubai over the years. Social media has played an important role and the usage of different innovative technologies has placed Dubai as a destination attracting both business and …

Tourism being one of the most promising catalysts for global economic growth holds the potential to drive the transition towards a green economy, contributing to sustainable and inclusive development. Given its extensive connections to various sectors, progress towards sustainability within the tourism industry can have a significant positive impact on …

After oil and gas sector, travel and tourism sector continues to serve as a key revenue generator for the GCC nations. Talking to TRAVTALK, Rasha El Ghoussaini, Head of Industry – Travel, Luxury and Tech in MENA at Snap Inc., highlights the significance of the emerging sector, and how platforms …