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One of the key elements to generate revenue is finding the right talent. After two challenging years the industry is on its way back setting the key elements for talent acquisition, says Nausheen Hasib- HR Manager, Park Regis Business Bay. Shehara Rizly Are there any changes in terms of hotel …

Middle East continues to be an important market for Singapore, as it is a popular family leisure destination, as well as a world renown MICE hub. At a recent event hosted by Singapore Airlines and Singapore Tourism Board it was revealed that travellers from the UAE had been on the …

The exponential growth of the tourism sector over recent decades offers numerous opportunities for socio-economic development. However, the sector has identified that many segments of society are yet to equally enjoy tourism attractions, facilities, and services at tourist destinations. Hence, accessible tourism is emerging as an important sector that significantly …

Ayman Al Qudwa, General Manager, Falcon Travel, Qatar, shares with TRAVTALK the many aspects post the FIFA World Cup as to how the destination attracts visitors. The World Cup showcased Qatar as a bucket list destination with many different activities to experience. This winter, Qatar expects cruise tourism to go …

As more destinations become aware of the importance of accessible tourism, and airlines, tourism boards and hotels make provisions for the same, Basma Al Mayman, Regional Director, ME, UNWTO; Sandeep Walia COO, Marriott International, ME, and Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager – Northern Emirates – Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, Bahi …

China is an important source market to the UAE. Already the travel between UAE and China has been on the rise, especially business travel. With Etihad and Emirates announcing additional flights to both Beijing and Shanghai due to the high demand, it’s a positive comeback after over two and a …

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia recently welcomed the first cruise ship to Dammam’s King Abdulaziz Port, MSC World Europa. The Saudi Red Sea Authority, The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani), and Cruise Saudi recently welcomed the first cruise ship to Dammam’s King Abdulaziz Port, MSC World Europa. Saudi Red Sea Authority …

In its attempts to woo more visitors, UAE recently unveiled its latest attraction, The Viewing Point, in Dubai Creek Harbour, which provides the visitors a spectacular sight of the city. TT Bureau The eye-catching, 70-metre structure spans out over Dubai Creek, with a 26-metre cantilever projecting out over the water …

One of the most visited touristic attractions in the emirate of Sharjah, the Sharjah Light Festival returns with the Light Village running from 2nd to 19th February and the light festival shows to be organised from 8th to 19th February. Shehara Rizly H.E. Khalid Jassim Al Midfa – Chairman – …

The Philippines is not just famous for its islands and beaches; the country also boasts of natural and scenic landscapes with the landlocked province of Benguet on Luzon Island housing a number of them. Found at the southernmost part of the Cordillera Administrative Region, Benguet is nicknamed the Salad Bowl …