Northern Emirates witnessed exponential growth in the number of visitors this year with Germans taking the lead. ‘Overall Northern Emirates is attracting more German guests due to our beautiful beaches in all the northern emirates destinations,’ says Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager, Northern Emirates (Coral Beach Resort Sharjah and Bahi …
Read More »Swissotel Al Murooj looks for partners
Swissotel Al Murooj will be participating at ITB Berlin for the first time. During the three-day event, they will be showcasing the hotel and its facilities to a global audience. The event will also provide them networking opportunities with their current and new partners. TRAVTALK speaks to Amro Nagah, General …
Read More »Treading on the ‘green’ path
Taking a step forward towards environmental responsibility in the hospitality sector, Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, managed by Hospitality Management Holding (HMH), announced the commencement of its comprehensive strategy towards achieving zero carbon emissions. It hosted carbon emission experts, conducted audits, and empowered its staff through awareness sessions. TT Bureau In …
Read More »Diversity in hospitality
Claudia Klingbiel, Director of Public Relations & Marketing, Sun Siyam Resorts, talks about various opportunities empowering women to become leaders in hospitality. TT Bureau Talking about the current global hospitality industry and the contribution of women in it, Claudia Klingbiel, Director of Public Relations & Marketing, Sun Siyam Resorts, says, …
Read More »Hotels outperform pre-pandemic levels
Dubai’s hospitality sector, which is integral to the emirate’s destination promise and overall growth of the tourism industry, continued to perform strongly, surpassing pre-pandemic levels across all hospitality metrics – Occupancy, Occupied Room Nights, Guests’ Length of Stay, Average Daily Rate (ADR), and Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR). TT Bureau …
Read More »Sun Siyam eyes biz from Middle East
Sun Siyam Resorts saw a 30 per cent growth last year. In an exclusive interview with TRAVTALK, Deepak Booneady, Chief Executive Officer, Sun Siyam Resorts, says they look forward to carry on with the growth momentum in the new year. They have reopened Sun Siyam Pasikudah, a boutique hotel in …
Read More »Sun Siyam Pasikudah reopens
Sun Siyam Pasikudah in Sri Lanka, which underwent a rebranding in 2020 and became a proud member of the boutique collection under Sun Siyam Resorts, is thrilled to announce its reopening after having undergone an extensive transformation and renovation. It is now offering guests a breathtaking experience that combines affordable …
Read More »Partners in life & hospitality biz
Meet a millennial couple who kicked off their careers together and are now running a resort in Maldives. The couple began from scratch one year prior to the opening by developing the concept, and offering experiences that are unique. The couple, Sara Siyam and Ausy Waseem, Creative Director and Resort …
Read More »Rejuvenate Your Soul in the Maldives – A New Year Retreat
As the new year unfolds and the world welcomes fresh beginnings, the Maldives is the perfect destination to go on a journey of self-discovery, relaxation, and serenity. Experiencing the Maldives’ unique charm in January promises not only a rejuvenating retreat but a fulfilling one as well. This month is one …
Read More »WOW to launch 300-key hotel
The project worth US $1.3 billion is to be launched in Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, with 300-key hotel and 524 residences by JW Marriott. The construction work is expected to start in February 2024. TT Bureau Anwar Ali Aman and Bhupender ‘Bruce’ Patel, founders of WOW Resorts, have …
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