Rawad Sleem, Co-Founder and General Manager, Nextfairs, shares details about the 3rd edition of Qatar Travel Mart (QTM), scheduled from 25 -27 November 2024. TT Bureau What is the theme and focus for this year’s Qatar Travel Mart (QTM)? What’s different from last year? The central themes for QTM 2024 …
Read More »RezLive.com enters Indonesia
RezLive.com announced its expansion into the Indonesian market through a strategic partnership with PT Pantravel as its official GSA. This collaboration is set to deliver enhanced services to travel partners. TT Bureau The partnership with Pantravel aims to empower Indonesian travel agents with seamless access to over 500,000+ hotel rooms, …
Read More »BluSmart: sustainable transportation
BluSmart provides an environmentally conscious transport options for those willing to invest in reducing their carbon footprint, says Amin Aslam, Group Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. TT Bureau Amin Aslam, Group Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, BluSmart, says sustainability is now central to every travel agent and hotel’s agenda, with mobility being …
Read More »Expedia’s bold predictions for UAE & beyond
Expedia unveiled Unpack ’25, the annual data-driven outlook for what is motivating travellers and where will they go next year. This is Expedia’s first Unpack report that includes data from UAE residents following its expansion plans to the region. Expedia analysed first-party travel data, insights from 25,000 travellers, and the …
Read More »Leveraging global events for tourism growth
Events drive economic growth by promoting different sectors and creating lasting opportunities. They draw millions of visitors each year, generate income, boost the hospitality and retail industries, and create many jobs. The United Arab Emirates is strategically leveraging mega events to strengthen its economy by positioning itself as a global …
Read More »‘Sustainable’ Yanbu to open by 2027
Baheej, a diversified development and destination management company, was launched last year to transform the cities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia into sustainable destinations. Yanbu, one of the first projects that will be completed by 2027, will start its preparations with the travel trade from 2025, Stefano Lopez, Tourism …
Read More »Uzbekistan emerges as top luxury destination
One of the prominent figures in travel, tourism and hospitality industry, Roula Jouny heads a global conglomerate, Rocket International, as the Chief Executive Officer. This visionary leader with over 30 years of experience speaks to TRAVTALK about her new venture, as the Destination Management Company plans to spread business in …
Read More »‘NDC offers personalisation’: Blueberry
One of the most positive trends in global tourism in recent years has been the rise of eco-friendly travel. Committed to embracing this shift, Blueberry Travel recognises the importance of responsible travel and strive to offer options that minimise environmental impact while enriching the travel experience, says Suresh Kirplani (Steve), …
Read More »Curated wellness packages for GCC
Wellness tourism in the Middle East has grown in leaps and bounds and the travellers are keen to have a holistic holiday added to their schedule. The Farm, a holistic wellness sanctuary in San Benito, Philippines, has become one of the key holiday destinations for the ME travellers. Jennifer Sanvictores, …
Read More »25% growth in GCC travel to Europe
STM Tours has been catering to the personalised travel services of the clientele from GCC region over the past few years. The company specialises in fixed departure tours for groups and individuals travelling from the GCC, the Middle East, and the USA to Central Europe. Maher Azizia, Managing Director, STM …
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