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Qatar – Where tradition meets tomorrow

Qatar, a country that lies in the heart of the Arabian Gulf, is now fast becoming a must-visit destination in the Middle East. It has been enchanting visitors with the amalgamation of history with modernity. A safe and welcoming destination, it has something for everyone, whether it is families, groups, …

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Access 1 mn accommodations

Expedia TAAP enters the United Arab Emirates to extend partnership within secondary cities in the Middle East, in line with its regional tourism development goals. Robin Lawther, Vice President, Expedia Travel Agent Affiliate Programme (TAAP), shares with TRAVTALK, the wide range of offerings it brings to connect the luxury tourism …

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Spain eyes more growth from ME

As one of the year-round destinations, Spain has gained traction from the Middle East region over past few years. Travel data reveals there has been an exponential growth of over 20 per cent from the region and this year their expectations are much higher. Carlos Ruiz González, Director, Spanish Tourist …

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Madagascar debuts at ATM 2025

Kanto Ravelojaona, Director of Partnerships, Tourism Board of Madagascar; Zoelisoa Rajohnson, Marketing and Commercial Director, Ravinala Airports and Manitra Andriamanantsoa, Cluster Director of Marketing & Communications, Radisson Hotels Madagascar, share details about Madagascar’s offerings at Arabian Travel Market 2025 with TRAVTALK. TT Bureau What key messages or themes is Madagascar …

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Group Vintage signs with Marriott

The Group Vintage announced it has signed a pact with Marriott International Inc. to open a dual-branded Marriott Hotel and Marriott Executive Apartments in Dubai Production City, a fast-growing business hub in the city. The hotel will be a conversion of an existing property operating as The Vintage Grand Hotel. …

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Forging partnerships at ATM

Participating for the first time at the Arabian Travel Market 2025, Ivan Mavrov, Business Development Manager, Concierge One Tourism, shared with TRAVTALK  their expectations. Middle Eastern clientele will be able to explore various historical, cultural and natural sites that have made them a novel ‘must visit’ destination. CT Bureau Will …

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Travel agents key for biz growth

Bulk of bookings in the Gulf Cooperation Council nations still come from the traditional travel agents with the support of OTAs as well. Ahmad Ghosheh, Director, Sales & Marketing, Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach, shares with TRAVTALK their importance and some of the key source markets, which have been making waves …

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Discover charming Green Spain

The northern regions of Spain offer an entirely unique and different adventure for travellers who prefer breathtaking landscapes, charming coastal villages, and an outstanding culinary scene. Stretching across Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, and the Basque Country, it boasts UNESCO World Heritage sites, protected natural areas and vibrant cities. It entails rugged …

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