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SOJERN: Airlines across the ME and Africa (MEA) are beginning to expand their flight networks and in some cases, open for service for the first time in months. Saudi Arabia partially lifted its suspension on international flights from the Sept 15 and the kingdom will end all restrictions on air, …

In light of the pandemic the Dubai-based ride-hailing group, Careem, quickly took precautionary measures, ensuring the highest levels of safety in its rides. These measures have been taken in all the 13 countries in which Careem operates, and the focus is on wearing masks, using hand sanitisers and disinfecting cars …

As the boating season approaches, Nakheel has set sail with their latest new marine destination in Deira Islands for all boating enthusiasts. The latest offering during the peak sailing season for the UAE boat owners and tour operators is, access to two new, exclusive island destinations in the Arabian Gulf. …

Ravi Santiago has a multi- faceted role at R Hotels as Cluster General Manager for the Wyndham hotels in Ajman and Group Financial Controller.  We take a look at his interesting journey over the years. Kicking off his career journey with the crème de la crème of Sri Lankan hospitality …

As one of the first few cities in the world to safely and effectively restart the events sector, Dubai has become a global case study in hosting live events, with the full reopening of its leisure events sector on September 15, paving the way for event organisers to host a …

The highly anticipated Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown has officially opened its doors in the heart of Dubai. From art-inspired rooms and suites to versatile dining outlets and inspiring works of art throughout the property, Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown is an impressive, design-lead addition to the Downtown Dubai neighborhood. The hotel …

The year has been quite challenging with the pandemic taking over and disrupting processes in the hospitality industry. Last month, for the first time, owners and management teams from the hospitality industry came together and discussed some of the key areas in the industry. Robin Rossmann, Managing Director, STR These …

Grand Heights Hotel Apartments has officially opened in Dubai’s dynamic Barsha Heights district, making an exciting new addition to hotel-apartment living in the heart of the city. Grand Heights Hotel Apartments is ideal for guests seeking affordable high-quality accommodation in a prime location. Ideally located close to Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed …

One of Abu Dhabi’s most prestigious hotels was rebranded on October 1, 2020, following the signing of a management agreement between Hilton and H.H. Sheikh Suroor Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan. The property, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, is the first in Hilton’s luxury portfolio to operate in the UAE capital. …

Earlier this year, Ireland started promoting the destination to the GCC, however the pandemic delayed its discovery. You can explore  the luxurious escape with luscious greenery on 18th November 2020 at 11am with Siobhan Naughton, Marketing and Trade Executive Middle East and Asia, Tourism Ireland and partners from the destination. …