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Currently responsible for 39 hotels in his portfolio and a further 42 on the cards, Alexander Suski, Area Vice President—Sales and Marketing, Millennium Hotels and Resorts, has created a formidable long-term strategy for the MENA region. Shehara Rizly Positioning, partnerships and public relations are what drive Alexander Suski, Area Vice …

Ruling the Middle Eastern skies, Emirates is on a growth trajectory with new destinations and fleet this year. Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, Divisional Senior VP – Commercial Operations, Emirates, talks about key markets and collaborations. TT Bureau What is in store for this year at Emirates? We continue to strive …

Expert panelists at Arabian Travel Market explored how Gulf states can boost Chinese visitation further and cater to younger travellers from the Far East. GCC must deliver unique and tech-enabled experiences designed for free independent travellers if they want a market share of Chinese outbound tourists. TT Bureau ccording to …

The new staycation packages, assuring unbeatable value for UAE residents, are thoughtfully designed with their requirements in mind. Ross Park, Director of Sales & Marketing, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert & The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach The concept of staycations is a reciprocal agreement …

Dubai, currently securing a place among the first five destinations, is en route to become the world’s top spot for travellers from around the world. TT Bureau Tourism as a sector continues to be one of the most interconnected and highly diversified pillars of Dubai’s GDP, believes H E Helal …

Cassia Phuket has gained popularity among visitors from the GCC for its many offerings to discerning families by catering to their needs and requirements. TT Bureau Cassia Phuket, that caters to those who value personalisation at its best, has a total of 309 suites and boasts of two different views such …

Situated in a mixed precinct of business and leisure, ibis Styles Dubai Jumeira Hotel is a uniquely designed property connecting old and new Dubai. TT Bureau For travellers, accessibility of the property plays a key role in terms of a repeat guest apart from other necessities to drive them to …

The GCC traveller is defined as a high spender who seeks exclusive and personalised travel experiences. A veteran in the field of sales and marketing in the hospitality sector, Ahmed Baki, Founder & CEO, Claviger, identified this segment and ventured out to establish his company which mediates business for this …

The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has witnessed a steady growth in the Middle East over the past few years along with an increase in market share. Rajit Sukumaran, Chief Development Officer— Asia, Middle East and Africa (AMEA), IHG, shares an insight into the plans for the next five years. TT …

Iftikhar Hamdani, Cluster General Manager, Ramada Hotel and Suites Ajman, Ramada Beach Hotel Ajman & Wyndham Garden Ajman, has not only initiated sustainable projects but shared his findings with other stakeholders and clearly showed the profits it could reap in the industry. TT Bureau For the past few years, there …