Anil Mohan

Yanbu to get mega lifestyle hub

SEVEN’s SAR1.1 billion worth entertainment destination, coming up along the seafront promenade on Al Nawras Island, is expected to play a pivotal role in Saudi Arabia’s entertainment sector. TT Bureau Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has awarded the contract of building …

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‘The Travel File’ evolves

‘The File’ stores traveller information to understand requirements of the travellers. However, after the pandemic, this information has undergone a drastic change. The travel trade shares insights. Asim Arshad, Group CEO, Orient Travel and Tourism Agency The traveller file is important for TMCs and Travel Agencies, this document becomes the …

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Delving deep into sustainability

TRAVTALK, the first zero carbon certified publication of the Middle East, along with Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel, will be hosting a special panel discussion on the World Tourism Day on 27 September 2023. Dr. Shehara Rizly In keeping with UNWTO’s commitment, UAE’s dedication as the year of sustainability and COP28, …

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KSA go-to destination for Chinese

Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Georg Arlt, CEO, China Outbound Tourism Research Institute (COTRI), shares with TRAVTALK latest trends, as Chinese travellers start visiting the Middle East destinations again. TT Bureau Efficient air connectivity between the UAE and China witnessed over one million travellers from China in 2019. Post pandemic as the …

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Qatar cruise passengers up 151%

Qatar Tourism reveals that the country welcomed more than 253,191 cruise visitors during 2022-23 cruise season, which is 151 per cent more compared to the last cruise season. TT Bureau Qatar continues to strengthen its position as a global tourism destination supported by a variety of leading tourist attractions and …

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Dubai welcomes 8.5mn visitors in H1

Driven by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s visionary strategy to enhance sustainable economic growth and raise global competitiveness, Dubai has emerged as one of the most attractive cities to visit. TT Bureau Dubai has welcomed more than 8.5 million international visitors during the first six months of …

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