In-the-Issue

After oil and gas sector, travel and tourism sector continues to serve as a key revenue generator for the GCC nations. Talking to TRAVTALK, Rasha El Ghoussaini, Head of Industry – Travel, Luxury and Tech in MENA at Snap Inc., highlights the significance of the emerging sector, and how platforms …

The Middle East nations have been diversifying their economies to include sports and tourism in their fold. According to PwC, the GCC member states including Saudi Arabia and the UAE have spent more than $65 billion on development of sports and last year’s FIFA 2022 World Cup in Qatar showed …

As summer sets in, two leaders in the travel and tourism sector join hands to ensure that the Middle Eastern travellers are able to enjoy an unforgettable experience this summer. TT Bureau This strategic collaboration brings together the extensive reach and expertise of Wego in the online travel industry and …

Copthorne Hotel Dubai has been recognized and ranked as the top hotel in the Digital Reputation Report for the year 2022 (4-star) by Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). TT Bureau The Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has extended recognition to Copthorne Hotel. Commenting on the achievement, …

Two Seasons Hotel & Apartments is committed to pursuing sustainable practices that minimize environmental footprint and contribute to community. Recognizing the importance of water conservation and reducing plastic waste, significant changes within operations have been implemented. In a latest move, the hotel has launched it own water filtration and bottling …

Sun Siyam Maldives with its four and five-star resorts has become the most prominent destination for Middle East travellers. Whether guests are looking for a relaxing holiday or one that is full of fast-paced and thrill-seeking activities, it offers tailored and personalised holiday experiences to each traveller. Deepak Booneady, CEO, …

The Department of Tourism (DOT) foresees a robust recovery for Philippines Tourism, underpinned by the encouraging figures in the Philippine Tourism Satellite Accounts (PTSA) for 2022, as compiled by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).   The Tourism Direct Gross Value Added share of tourism to the Philippine economy, as measured …

On the celebration of the Golden Year of the Department of Tourism (DOT), President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Romualdez Marcos Jr., along with Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco unveiled a tourism campaign, ‘Love the Philippines’, on the department’s 50th Foundation Year.   Addressing the event, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., expressed his support …

Sabre hosted a panel discussion on ‘The Main Trends Impacting Travel in 2023 and Beyond’ at ATM last month featuring prominent industry experts from dnata and Wego. The experts shared valuable insights into the current and future landscape of the travel industry, including the emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities that …

Rezlive, TRAVTALK and Turning Point treated stalwarts of the travel and tourism industry from 16 countries to a unique experience at Red Carpet Desert Networking Event in Dubai recently. The event, organised on the sidelines of this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM), provided a great networking platform for the participants. …