Hotels

The Group Vintage announced it has signed a pact with Marriott International Inc. to open a dual-branded Marriott Hotel and Marriott Executive Apartments in Dubai Production City, a fast-growing business hub in the city. The hotel will be a conversion of an existing property operating as The Vintage Grand Hotel. …

Participating for the first time at the Arabian Travel Market 2025, Ivan Mavrov, Business Development Manager, Concierge One Tourism, shared with TRAVTALK  their expectations. Middle Eastern clientele will be able to explore various historical, cultural and natural sites that have made them a novel ‘must visit’ destination. CT Bureau Will …

Bulk of bookings in the Gulf Cooperation Council nations still come from the traditional travel agents with the support of OTAs as well. Ahmad Ghosheh, Director, Sales & Marketing, Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach, shares with TRAVTALK their importance and some of the key source markets, which have been making waves …

Occupancy remains the issue in hotels but for beach properties in Ajman and Sharjah has been balancing supply and demand over the past few months. Iftikhar Hamdani, Area Manager, Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel and Coral Beach Resort Sharjah spoke about the two hotels, which  increased its occupancy and gained traction …

Sun Siyam Olhuveli, one of the favourite resorts for travellers from the Middle East due to its accessibility by speedboat, announces that it has the longest pool in the Maldives, with a whopping 210 metres in length. In an interview with TRAVTALK at ITB Berlin, Zulaikha Manik (Zuley), Deputy Managing …

Mauritius has gained traction from Middle East travellers as one of the key golfing destinations over the past few years. Mauritius Golf Tours has become an increasingly important event for travellers from the Middle East. Gert Puchtler, General Manager, Constance Belle Mare Plage, shares with TRAVTALK their contribution towards the …

As Saudi Vision 2030 drives change across the Kingdom and reshapes the tourism industry, staying ahead requires constant learning and growth in the dynamic hospitality sector. The private sector plays a pivotal role in turning this vision into reality. Recognizing the critical need for top-notch vocational training, Amsa Hospitality created …

Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel, in partnership with AirOWater Global, recently unveiled a 100 per cent sustainable water bottling plant, which generates drinkable water using moisture in the air. The project, first in the UAE’s northern region, pioneers eco-friendly innovation with Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG) technology, aligning with the United Nations …

Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort announced its relaunch following revitalisation, redefining guest experience at this iconic destination. As the first hotel built in Jumeirah Beach Residence area, Sheraton JBR has set the standard for excellence in hospitality for two decades. This change ushers in a new era, blending modern design, amenities, …

Millennium Place Mirdif, under the visionary leadership of Shady Dawad, General Manager, is pioneering eco-friendly initiatives that align with the UAE’s Green Agenda 2030, setting a new benchmark in sustainable hospitality. Apart from decreasing its overall carbon footprint, the hotel has replaced artificial décor with natural plants, a move that …