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Many hotels are in the pipeline or have already opened across the Middle East. Now, it is not just the regular hotels, but exclusive luxurious villas that set the vibe for something different for the guests. We take a look at the new hotel inventory for the month. Four Seasons …

To open up the unexplored world of Azerbaijan, one must start with the capital city, Baku – prominent for its historical and modern landmarks. Sheki, Ganja and Shusha are other cities in the country, which are a must-visit for the tourists. Azerbaijan is a country boasting cities with very distinctive …

FIFA World Cup, which will take place in Qatar towards the last quarter of this year, will be a milestone for the region. However, Qatar Tourism has a more elaborate game plan than just FIFA itself. Berthold Trenkel, Chief Operating Officer, Qatar Tourism, shares with TRAVTALK their future plans for …

Standing tall on Sheikh Zayed Road accessible from the airport by metro, Tower Plaza hotel is one of the iconic properties in the area. Hop across, and it’s the future museum, what more can a guest need to explore the latest attractions in Dubai, Nuran Kilani, Director, Sales and Marketing, …

Ongoing pandemic has brought in a new phase of training in various sectors. Shakir Kantawala, Co-founder & Managing Partner, WingsWay Training Institute LLC (Dubai) & WingsWay Global Training Academy (India) shares with TRAVTALK some of the methods utilised to make training in aviation sector more comprehensive. Shehara Rizly What will …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …