With the entire tourism industry going under the IT cover, it has become inevitable for travel agents to up their game on the technology quotient. We spoke to a stalwart from the industry, Asim Arshad, Group CEO, Orient Travel and Tourism, about the new phase in the profession of travel …
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As travellers evolve into explorers with the help of technology, the holidaymakers too need a metamorphosis so that they are still sought by these new-age tourists. Hence, it’s work time for tech experts as hoteliers are looking towards complete automation and innovation in their services. Over the years, we have …
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Amadeus Saudi Arabia and Al Tayyar Group extended their partnership in order to strengthen the Middle East network platform. The extended deal significantly boosts the strategic co-operation between the two parties and reaffirms Al Tayyar Travel Group’s commitment to expand their online business. To achieve this, Al Tayyar Travel Group …
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Al Rajhi Aviation Company, a leading travel company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, signed an agreement with Sabre Corporation, to deliver seamless travel experience and deploy their corporate travel strategy. Under this agreement, Al Rajhi Aviation gains access to Sabre’s broad portfolio of technology solutions, like Sabre Red Workspace …
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Since its inception last December, Dubai-based CharterClick has never looked back and now has 34 boats onboard. Continuing with the expansion, it is now spreading the business beyond the emirates. TT BUREAU The main feature of CharterClick is that it works in real time, which means booking can be done …
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Middle East has become a leading feeder market today for Turkey after the many incidents which deterred other feeder markets from visiting this destination. Çetin Gürcün, General Secretary, Association of Turkish Travel Agencies, shares insight of their plans for the region. TT BUREAU Q. How has tourism been between Turkey …
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Cozmo Travel has introduced an online booking system for the UAE and GCC region, which offers a single account to manage all aspects of a tour package, including airline and hotel booking and car rentals worldwide. TT Bureau Cozmo Travel has come up with an online portal for B2B trade …
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With the growing importance of opting for an insurance while travelling abroad, the travel insurance market is showing positive growth, riding on the upward swing within the global tourism industry. TT Bureau Industry experts forecast a strong growth for the travel insurance industry. According to a report published by Allied …
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AVIAREPS has been appointed as market representative for the Bahrain Tourism & Exhibitions Authority in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and China. TT Bureau AVIAREPS will be responsible for proactively coordinating and developing the authority’s media relations, press events and familiarisation trips, and the organisation of roadshows and seminars in Central Europe …
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Mobile payments and travel assistance, location-based services and business travel specific insurance programs are all part of the trends influencing business travel in 2017. Tune Protect and Regency Travels of Qatar share an insight on the latest business traveller trends for the year. TT Bureau The outlook for business travel …
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