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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 …

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), …

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, …

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 …

The UAE hospitality market, going through digital transformation, is expected to reach over US $9 billion by 2029. The process is enhancing the quality of service provided to service users, while also driving efficiencies in business operations. While the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated digital transformation through necessity, the tourism industry must …

IATA has developed a ‘New Distribution Capability’ to modernise the way airfares and related services are distributed to travel agents. Airlines and travel agents are working together to enable this service. Adnan Kazim, Deputy President & Chief Commercial Officer, Emirates For Emirates, NDC has enabled us to modernise distribution and …

Adding that extra sparkle for a family vacation to make it an interesting and bespoke experience for kids, Siyam World unveiled ‘Carnival Capers and Campfire Chronicles’, which includes night out for the kids with an adventurous night camping and star gazing experience in addition to the carnival specially curated for …

Providing bespoke experiences for travellers across the globe, Blueberry Travel has become one of the most trusted travel curators in the United Arab Emirates. They are using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to provide a more curated experience to its customers. Jai Kishan Tewani, Managing Director and Partner, Blueberry Travel, shares more …

Travel Agents today need to be more dynamic than before, especially as technology has become part and parcel of the industry. Efficiency, being proactive, staying ahead in the game whilst ensuring that you stay relevant to what is required at present given time, times have definitely changed than before, says …

Travel from one country to another is a way of discovering a new land, new culture, sometimes a new environment, enabling people to explore and learn from each other. Peaceful co-existence, respecting others is a trait that needs to be cultivated among human beings from young age, this message should …