Ethiopian Airlines announced a successful fiscal year 2017-18. Gearing towards its 2025 vision, the airline opened eight new international destinations while the number of passengers carried grew by 21 per cent topping the 10 million mark for the first time in the airline’s history TT Bureau It was quite an …
Read More »Art Marine’s cultural trip
Dubai Properties has appointed Art Marine, the region’s largest 360-degree leisure marine enterprise, as the operator of its marina at Culture Village. The 60-berth marina is located between Garhoud Bridge and Business Bay Bridge. TT Bureau The agreement mandates Art Marine, Dubai Properties’ maritime partner, to manage the entire premises, …
Read More »The emerging outbound
Organised by Luxury Connections along with Rwanda Consulate and RwandAir, Luxury Outbound Travel Market will be held at Sheraton Hotel and Resorts Abu Dhabi. TT Bureau Over 120 decision makers from leading outbound travel companies of the UAE will come together for a powerful day of networking at the second …
Read More »Lights, camera, action!
Embarking on its second edition, the Arabian Travel Awards is all set and ready to recognise key players in travel, tourism and hospitality at JW Marriott Hotel in Deira, Dubai on September 20, 2018. Nikhil Jeet, Convener, Arabian Travel Awards, shares details with TravTalk TT Bureau How will this year’s …
Read More »Air Arabia adds Prague
Air Arabia’s introduction of its new European destination, Prague in Czech Republic, direct from Sharjah, is set to further enhance travel between the two destinations. The inaugural flight to the city will commence on December 11. The 6-hour 50-minute Air Arabia flight to Prague will operate five times per week, …
Read More »First Central records strong occupancies
With a year-to-date average occupancy of 81%, First Central Hotel Suites has enjoyed a robust first half of 2018. TT Bureau Superbly located within easy reach of Dubai’s key business and leisure hubs, First Central Hotel Suites features 524 apartments perfect for long-stay accomodation. In close proximity to the hotel …
Read More »Turkish, Amex GBT expand deal
Turkish Airlines signed a significant deal with American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT), one of the world’s leading agencies for corporate travel. Amex GBT, considered as one of the largest global agencies in the sector, has more than 100 years of experience in corporate travel. TT Bureau Global agency …
Read More »NCL eyes the MEA region
With a 51-year-old history of breaking boundaries of traditional cruising, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is now focusing on the Middle Eastern market. Nick Wilkinson, VP & MD, Norwegian Cruise Line, shares insights. TT Bureau How important is the Middle Eastern market for cruising The Middle Eastern market has experienced significant …
Read More »Dubai to host maiden GIAS
Dubai will host the first Global Investment in Aviation Summit (GIAS) from January 28-29, 2019, with 500 top aviation industry officials from across the world in attendance. TT Bureau The Global Investment in Aviation Summit in Dubai is set to witness high-profile delegates from 40 countries including 20 aviation ambassadors, …
Read More »All roads lead to Russia
Hosted by Euroexpo, the 24th edition of OTDYKH Leisure 2018 is set to be held from September 11-13 at Expocentre Fairgrounds in Moscow. OTDYKH or Leisure Travel Market, Russia’s leading travel and tourism event, will once again witness a record number of participants from all over the world. Shehara Rizly …
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