Taking reins as the chairperson of Sri Lanka Tourism, Kimarli Fernando, an attorney-at-law, is a well-known corporate professional. With over 30 years of professional experience, she serves as the new energy to propel the tourism sector to a new level. Fernando talks about her plans to reach out to industry …

Philippine Airlines has been serving to secure better connections all around the globe for almost 79 years, ever since the airlines’ first flight took off in March 1941. The airline now aims to expand its network with additional flights and is seeking to attain the goal of putting the Philippines …

GCC market has been increasing their number travelling to Germany year on year. This year the German National Tourist Board (GNTB) launched its global campaign celebrating the famous Beethoven’s 250th birth anniversary. Nermin Abushnaf – Communications Manager – GNTO, Gulf countries shares with the importance of the GCC market and …

Travelport confirmed that the company is now the sole Global Distribution System (GDS) provider of Air India’s domestic flight content in India. The contract, which was awarded to Travelport following a competitive bidding process, came into effect in November 2018 and was fully implemented as of January 1, 2020. Travelport …

Lower costs for flying, budget holidays, and the ubiquity of the internet have contributed to more choices, greater accessibility and unprecedented demand. Ernesto Sanchez Beaumont, Managing Director of Amadeus Gulf shares insights on accessible travel with TRAVTALK. What do people with special accessibility needs seek while planning a trip? While …

UAE Ministry of Economy has launched the milestone edition of AIM under the theme, ‘Investing for the Future: Shaping the Global Investment Strategies’. Government officials, economic experts, global investors and entrepreneurs from over 140 countries will come together at the 10th edition to be held from March 24-26, 2020 in …

Mina Rashid dealt with over 60,000 cruise passengers, as it handled processes for the arrival of TUI Cruises’ Mein Schiff 5, Pullmantur Cruises’ Horizon, MSC Cruises’ MSC Lirica, Jalesh Cruises’ Karnika as well as the maiden calls from Costa Cruises’ Costa Diadema and Royal Caribbean’s Jewel of the Seas on …

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) continues to work towards establishing a strong foothold in the Northern European tourism market. Efforts to draw in more visitors from the region commenced this year with its participation at the Matka Nordic Travel Fair in Helsinki, Finland. Held from January 15 …

Movenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai has unveiled their latest addition to the property, offering guests a more spacious and comfortable experience. Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai has been recognised in offering home-like stays with its spacious rooms and apartments. In an aim to amplify the ‘hometel’ experience, Mövenpick Hotel Apartments …

Central Hotels recently celebrated the opening of a 203-key luxury beachfront hotel with magnificent views of the Arabian Gulf. C Central Resort The Palm is strategically located in Dubai’s iconic man-made island, home to some of Dubai’s top luxury resorts – The Palm Jumeirah. One of the world’s most well-known …