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German tour operator and DMC Remaz Tours GmbH is now able to connect with travel trade once again after they assemble after a hiatus of three years in Berlin. TT Bureau Maher Azizia, MD, Remaz Tours GmbH, said how this year’s ITB Berlin will be special to the travel trade …

Satguru, an industry leader with a wide network of offices across 80 countries, is venturing to introduce new services and products for its customers. Europe is a vital market as an inbound standpoint and outbound too, hence, the perfect place to meet its partners is ITB Berlin, which hits the …

Hajj and Umrah tour operator Mawasim, part of Almosafer, Seera Group’s travel platform, has recorded strong growth in Umrah bookings, with its new offices in Indonesia and Pakistan driving significant growth in pilgrim arrivals. The two countries are also the top international markets for Umrah bookings for Mawasim in 2022. …

The exponential growth of the tourism sector over recent decades offers numerous opportunities for socio-economic development. However, the sector has identified that many segments of society are yet to equally enjoy tourism attractions, facilities, and services at tourist destinations. Hence, accessible tourism is emerging as an important sector that significantly …

As more destinations become aware of the importance of accessible tourism, and airlines, tourism boards and hotels make provisions for the same, Basma Al Mayman, Regional Director, ME, UNWTO; Sandeep Walia COO, Marriott International, ME, and Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager – Northern Emirates – Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, Bahi …

Bob Gilbert, President and CEO, HSMAI, congratulates HSMAI ME for organising 29 events over the past year and highlights the importance of revenue optimization. HSMAI ROC has delivered the most compelling and comprehensive revenue optimization event for the hotel industry, convening key stakeholders to address the most critical trends affecting …

Luxury is a way of life for the Middle Eastern traveller. However, it exceeded its limits during the time of the pandemic taking a whole new outlook. TRAVTALK speaks to half-a-dozen leaders from the industry to know how the luxury travel industry has shaped up in the recent years and …

With the increasing number of tourists opting for more sustainable and environmental friendly travel experiences, sustainability is going to be one of the most important core values for organisations across the world. It has been well established in trends, for example, a Google survey in 2021 revealed a 70 per …

Human interaction is an important asset in the field of travel, tourism and hospitality. However, COVID-19 changed the scenario when technology entered the arena; it started a whole new ball game, to pay for every service rendered. To charge service fee or not? It’s a crucial, game-changing question on the …