Attendees at Arabian Travel Market put forth the trends that are affecting the dynamics of the tourism and hospitality industry in the Middle East region. Digitalisation is here to stay as accommodation inventories and attractions are steadily increasing showing impressive numbers. SHEHARA RIZLY “Tourism is a constantly changing industry and …
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With a focus on strengthening inbound and outbound markets, the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2017 is back at the Dubai World Trade Centre from April 24-27. With more than 2,500 exhibiting companies participating, the event promises to improve connections, ensuring a steady growth in business opportunities. Shehara Rizly “At the …
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51st ITB Berlin, held at Messe Berlin, saw participation from a total of 32 exhibitors from the Middle East region with tourism boards such as Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Abu Dhabi taking centre stage. Emirates and Qatar Airways showcased their unique Business Class cabins this year and for …
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Saudi Arabia’s largest domestic and outbound tourism promotion event, Riyadh Travel Fair will commence its ninth edition at the Al Faisaliah Hotel, Riyadh from April 7-10, 2017. It is expected to receive over 250 exhibitors; national pavillions and seminars set to welcome an anticipated 30,000 visitors. SHEHARA RIZLY The theme …
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Hahn Air is focusing on the Middle East region in 2017 in order to attract more partners and enable them to maximise their revenues, says its VP Sales and Agency Distribution, Kimberley Long. SHEHARA RIZLY Q How does Hahn Air connect with travel trade? Hahn Air facilitates global business between …
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The Middle East region has set the ball rolling with its various initiatives to encourage sports tourism in the region. Having invested billions of dollars in this sector, key players such as airlines, hotels and technology professionals have come forward to ensure continued business. SHEHARA RIZLY The Gulf’s tourism industry …
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ITB Berlin is undoubtedly the foremost business platform where all stakeholders from around the globe gather to showcase their products and offerings. Leading hospitality and other stakeholders from the United Arab Emirates share with their focus for 2017. SHEHARA RIZLY In line with Ajman’s Vision 2021 and ATDD’s strategic plan, …
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A high demand from the Middle East and Arab region is expected at this year’s editition of ITB Berlin as the two main carriers – Emirates and Qatar Airways – have booked in a lot more space than the previous year. David Ruetz, Head, ITB Berlin, gives further details about …
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Leading travel trade show ITB Berlin takes place from March 8-12, 2017, at Messe Berlin. As many as 120,000 trade visitors from 187 countries will convene at the venue expecting to reap up to €7 billion in turnover. Leading players from the Middle East share their views for this year’s …
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In partnership with Architectural Heritage Society and IQPC, the Cultural Tourism Middle East 2016 was held at Al Murooj Rotana. This brought together high level officials from tourism, cultural development & antiquities, heritage & arts, cultural activities, and architectural heritage community to showcase their latest developments and discuss ideas and …
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