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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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Balancing demand and supply gap

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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Rezlive debuts cruise & rail deals

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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Tech-driven steps streamline bookings

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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