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Saudi Arabia’s Abha International Airport is expected to enhance the prominence of the Aseer region as an attractive tourist destination by increasing air connectivity to 250 destinations. TT Bureau His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister & Chairman, Council of Economic and …

As the world convenes at World Travel Market in Excel London from 6 to 8 November, the focus this year is on responsible travel or balancing travel amid the challenges of climate change. Sharjah participates with its key partners at the event. HE Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman, Sharjah Commerce …

The largest safari in the world outside Africa, mighty red dunes, rocky mountains, prehistoric archaeological sites – all in one place – make the emirate’s central region a haven for both adrenaline and history junkies who champion sustainable tourism. TT Bureau Sharjah is the third largest and third most populous …

Join VisitBritain and the UK Government’s Home Office for a webinar on 13 November to find out about the new ETA scheme and why 2024 will be another ‘GREAT year’ in Britain. The ETA, launched for Qataris in October this year, will be launched for the nationals of all other …

TRAVTALK together with Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel and Ajman Department of Tourism Development, conducted a special panel discussion on the theme ‘Shaping the sustainability future in businesses’ to celebrate World Tourism Day. During the discussion, experts highlighted the challenges and suggested ways to take the sustainability move forward. TT Bureau …

Two Seasons Hotel & Apartments, the 4th largest hotel inventory in Dubai and a renowned name in deluxe hospitality, has just completed significant renovation projects that will elevate the guest experience to new heights. With an investment of US $1.8 million, the project has transformed both the hotel’s inner lobby …

Maldives was one of the first destinations that opened after the pandemic, which created an advantage for the Middle East travellers, who were eagaerly on the lookout for exclusive, luxurious destinations with privacy for the entire family. Thoyyib Mohamed, CEO and Managing Director, Visit Maldives, speaks to TRAVTALK on their …

Sun Siyam Resorts has an array of accommodation and facilities catering to varied audiences, from families or couples, to Gen Z travellers, especially from the Middle East. The Maldives isn’t just the perfect setting for romance – it’s also a dream destination for multi-generational families and groups of friends hoping …

Kanoo Travel announces its association with Travel Leaders, a division of Internova Travel Group, one of the world’s largest travel service companies. The strategic alliance amplifies Kanoo Travel’s international reach, leveraging its deep domain expertise to ensure continued premium service to its clientele and paving the way for future expansion …

Mamoun Hmedan, Chief Business Officer, Wego, in a recent interview with TRAVTALK, reveals that one of the key travel trends in the region in this age of digitalization is technology empowered personalization. TT Bureau Could you share some of the key trends in the region regarding bookings etc? Sustainable and …