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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At this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM), between 28 April and 1 May 2025, Sharjah will again take centre stage, showcasing its unique offerings, while emphasising its commitment to sustainable tourism development. Known as the ‘hidden gem’ of the UAE, Sharjah is home to rich culture and heritage, receiving discerning …
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Occupancy remains the issue in hotels but for beach properties in Ajman and Sharjah has been balancing supply and demand over the past few months. Iftikhar Hamdani, Area Manager, Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel and Coral Beach Resort Sharjah spoke about the two hotels, which increased its occupancy and gained traction …
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Returning to ATM, Rezlive.com continues to redefine seamless booking experiences with its extensive portfolio of hotels and a range of transfer services accessible through one user-friendly platform. They would be showcasing its innovations, strategic partnerships, and commitment to empower travel agents with real-time access to best travel deals worldwide. TT …
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The travel and tourism sector in the Middle East region is experiencing a significant shift fuelled by cutting-edge technology and digital transformation. Digitalisation is at the core of this transformation. With the industry projected to generate approximately US $39.57 billion in revenue by 2025, the region embraces innovations that enhance …
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With summer round the corner, travellers from the United Arab Emirates are planning their outbound journeys earlier than anticipated. Monaz Billimoria, Regional Head – UAE, VFS Global, shares with TRAVTALK some important tips to simplify the visa application process for the travellers, which they could also do with the assistance …
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With Vision 2030 as a driving force, Saudi Arabia has unlocked unprecedented opportunities for women to lead, innovate and shape the future of tourism and hospitality. Yet, real progress means going beyond symbolic gestures – it’s about creating lasting pathways for growth, mentorship, and leadership. TRAVTALK as media partner for …
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The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced Andrea Grisdale, Founder and CEO, IC Bellagio, as the Vice Chair of its new initiative, Together in Travel, alongside 13 founding partners. The new platform, offering innovative travel solutions, aims to transform how Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) operate and succeed …
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Riyadh Air will leverage IBM watsonx and IBM Consulting solutions to drive its vision as the world’s first digital-native airline, as per an agreement between Riyadh Air and IBM. The collaboration between the two conglomerates aims to help power the Saudi Arabian airline’s mission to launch flights in 2025 while …
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The United Nations has adopted a new tourism employment indicator as part of the official Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Indicator Framework, which was approved at the 56th session of the UN Statistical Commission. With this decision, global data on tourism employment will be systematically monitored within the SDG monitoring process …
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