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Spain Tourism, Wego sign deal for summer

Spain Tourism Office in UAE signs agreement with Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), at the Arabian Travel Market. Through this collaboration, Spain Tourism & Wego will promote the ‘You deserve Spain’ campaign providing reassurance for travellers to visit the country again …

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Malaysia targets 2 mn international visitors

Malaysia has reopened its borders to international tourists starting 1 April 2022. Targeting to attract more than 2 million international tourists this year, Tourism Malaysia, will embark on a continuous effort to showcase the country’s unique blend of ‘Truly Asia’ heritage to the Middle East and the world. TT Bureau …

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A new wave of experiential travel in Dubai

According to Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, the city has achieved 32 per cent year on year growth in number of visitors. Reports show that Dubai welcomed 7.28 million overnight visitors in 2021, and international arrivals in the fourth quarter of 2021 grew to 3.4 million, showcasing a strong …

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UAE’s tourism achieves new milestone in growth

In Q1 2022 hotels record 80 per cent occupancy, generating revenue worth AED11 billion. TT Bureau H.E. Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, Small and Medium Enterprises and Chairman, UAE Tourism Council, revealed that the UAE’s tourism sector achieved a new growth milestone in Q1 2022, …

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New era of health, wellness tourism

After the pandemic, travellers from GCC have been looking for staycations at destinations that can offer them a comprehensive wellness package. Some of the leaders in the industry share their approach with TRAVTALK. Franck Romanet, Market Manager – Geneva Tourism & Conventions Foundation With several pioneering healthcare facilities, luxury wellness …

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Europe focuses on GCC travellers

It was for the first time in over two and a half years that top CEOs of the travel industry in GCC met with partners across four European destinations. This provided a perfect platform for them to explore new offerings and campaigns. Shehara Rizly E urope has always been the …

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Hospitality sector evolves with time

Covid-19 disrupted several industries across the globe, particularly the hotel industry. However, the industry showed resilience and continues to flourish with countries easing travel restrictions. Now, hotels should look into the changing consumer needs to shape the future. Expo 2020 Dubai has had a crescendo effect on all markets in …

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‘Marine key driver of Dubai’s travel industry’

Hoor Al Khaja, Associate VP, International Operations, DET, shares vies on marine tourism. Shehara Rizly How important is marine tourism and how has Dubai’s marine industry grown in the last decade and what are the three biggest drivers of this growth? Marine tourism is a key pillar of Dubai’s travel …

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Aviation: Thrust on skilling women

Special session on women held at recently concluded Airport Show brought into focus many underlying issues, including need for enhancing their training methods to prepare them for future. Shehara Rizly Every year, Airport Show hosts a special summit for women in aviation, which focuses on key issues facing them. This …

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Sharjah aims at sustainable tourism

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) unveiled the latest developments taking place in the Emirate of Sharjah’s tourism projects and future plans with a special focus on sustainable tourism at the recently concluded Arabian Travel Market in Dubai. TT Bureau Speaking at the conference at the Arabian Travel …

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