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Radisson Hotel Group announced its Radisson Hotels Safety Protocol, a new programme of in-depth cleanliness and disinfection procedures, in partnership with SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company.  One of the Group’s highest priorities is the continued health, safety and security of its guests, team members, and …

With the spread of coronavirus under control and domestic leisure travel growing, ME travel professionals are looking to China to initiate international tourism. One of the most eagerly awaited sessions during the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) three-day ATM Virtual event that will take place from June 1-3, 2020 is the …

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has introduced an exclusive ‘Booking with Confidence’ group meeting offer. Valid till January 31, 2021, The Group will waive any cancellation fees should government and travel guidelines lead to event cancellation, provided that advance notice is received at least 30 days ahead of the event. Meeting …

As the pandemic started to take hold globally in February, hoteliers began projecting an impact lasting more than a year. Tom Ito, Principal, Gensler talks about what can be done to rebuild the trust of hotel guests and give them confidence to return safely to hotels. Ample short-term responses to …

Following the improving situation in Switzerland in connection with COVID-19, and the constant  decrease in the number of new and active infected cases, the city of Geneva has started to  open up while still maintaining the necessary security measures to ensure the health and safety of citizens and visitors. Starting …

The International Air Transport Association has shared a series of guidelines with the airlines and airports around the world for restarting passenger flights amid COVID-19 pandemic. While the proposed temporary layered approach for bio-security measures are aimed at instilling confidence among passengers and have been received well by the airlines …

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has announced a strategic partnership with Bureau Veritas Certification (Bureau Veritas) to launch the ‘Safeguard Assurance Program’ – an initiative to ensure that all operations within the hospitality sector resume safely and efficiently. The renowned world leader in testing, inspection and certification services, …

Following the roll out of AvaniSHIELD, a programme promoting heightened safety and hygiene measures at Avani Hotels and Resorts worldwide, the brand is now looking to introduce a new set of measures for its M!CE facilities. Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel will be the test pilot in rolling out the new …

In the presence of senior government officials, diplomats, CEOs, business owners and investors from the UAE’s public and private sectors, the sixth edition of the Sharjah Economic Ramadan Majlis explored how the UAE’s economic stimulus packages have positively impacted major industry sectors, markets and businesses, and recommended response strategies for …