Tourism is responsible for around 11 per cent of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, and it is projected to double by the year 2050, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). Unless measures are taken to limit the emissions, this will aggravate global warming, leading to even more …
Read More »GCC unified visa on the cards
Tourism has taken a leap in the GCC region and becoming the new oil of the region. The region has been the most resilient and a leader in creation of jobs, especially in the travel, tourism and hospitality sectors. Ministerial level talks are ongoing to introduce a new scheme to …
Read More »Dubai welcomes 4.6 mn visitors in Q1
Dubai welcomed 4.67 million overnight visitors in the first quarter of 2023, and is on track to become the most visited international destination. The emirate’s hotels witnessed a surge in occupancy with the average occupancy reaching at 83 per cent during the January-March period, making it one of the highest …
Read More »Unveiling the Treasures of the Philippines: A Journey through its Captivating Islands
The Philippines, a nation blessed with 7,641 islands, invites explorers and adventurers to embark on a remarkable odyssey through its diverse and breathtaking island destinations. Each island possesses its own unique allure, promising unforgettable experiences that will leave travelers in awe. Palawan: A Paradise Untouched Prepare to be spellbound by …
Read More »Adopting sustainable hospitality
The UAE has been working on sustainability over the years, the hospitality industry was the first to adopt it. TRAVTALK speaks with the pioneer behind adopting sustainability in hospitality, Iftikhar Hamdani Area Manager, Northern Emirates, Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, and Bahi Ajman Palace. Shehara Rizly Is the hospitality industry ready …
Read More »Travel back on track in Middle East
It is once again time to witness the rapid growth of tourism within and outside GCC as summer approaches, more searches have already begun to determine the favourite summer escapes. Mamoun Hmedan, Chief Commercial Officer and Managing Director, MENA and India, Wego shares insights on trends this summer with TRAVTALK. …
Read More »Travel, hospitality insights of Dubai
The bleisure stop in the city is easily accessible for every traveller as it is adjacent to the Dubai metro, the most convenient way to discover Dubai. Through our partnership with DTCM, efforts are on to discover new markets and widen marketing activities. Whenever an opportunity presents itself, the hotel …
Read More »Hospitality offerings to attract tourists
A straight walk into the museum of the future, the metro station to Dubai Mall or a few minutes to the business precinct DIFC, the Tower Plaza Hotel is one of the most sought-after hotel by both business and leisure travellers due to its many offerings. The Tower Plaza hotel …
Read More »Experiential Tourism the growing niche
Travellers today seek niche experiences, experiential or immersive as one may call it, which would provide exceptional personalized services. From specialized retreats to glamping, the types of experiences added increase every time. Shaji Abu Salih, Corporate Director Business Development, Shaza Hotels and Mysk Hotels shares with TRAVTALK their journey over …
Read More »Qatar Tourism to deal with core markets
Qatar Tourism is all set to lead a delegation of 43 partners at the upcoming 30th edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) between 1-4 May 2023 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This follows the country’s remarkable success in hosting the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, where Qatar’s hospitality …
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