In-the-Issue

France eyes the ME market

Travel trade from the Middle East shared their views on ‘Rendez-vous en France’ organised by Atout France that hosted over 900 agents in Provence. TT Bureau Susan Kamal, Chairman, Star of Egypt As my first time in Marseilles, I enjoyed every moment of the programme — right from the pre-tours …

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TIME Hotels on an expansion spree

UAE-headquartered TIME Hotels is on a steady road towards expanding its footprint across the Middle East and North Africa. The hotel recently opened its new Central Reservations Office (CRO) in Cairo, Egypt. Mohamed Awadalla, CEO, TIME Hotels, shares details of growth plans over the next two years. TT Bureau What …

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ATM attracts 2,600 exhibitors

Arabian Travel Market (ATM), that kicks off from April 28 at Dubai World Trade Centre, will witness over 40,000 travel professionals representing over 150 country pavilions and showcasing 2,600+ products from around the world. Shehara Rizly H E Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority As …

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For a robust maritime sector

The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) sheds light on some of the major local insurance services designed to ensure safe navigation, and support maritime operational efficiency and security. TT Bureau The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) has been at the forefront of promoting excellence and quality across key maritime indicators, …

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Intellectual disability awareness

Travelport launched a global awareness campaign to use the DPNA Special Service Request (SSR) code, which can be used by travel agents to alert airlines when a passenger has an intellectual or developmental disability and needs assistance. TT Bureau Travelport initiated the campaign for use of the DPNA (Disabled Passenger …

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Priorities for future mobility

Roads and transport services in Dubai is slowly paving the way for key government roles in the future by leveraging relationships with the private sector. Take a sneak peek into the latest findings of studies, innovations and technology in the field of transport and communications. TT Bureau The Future of …

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Live, work & create at Business Bay

Conveniently located in the heart of Business Bay with easy access to both international airports and Downtown Dubai, this luxury serviced residence complex comprises studios, and one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments which are the largest in the area. TT Bureau As the countdown has begun for Expo 2020, hotels are …

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Donning multiple hats

No stranger to Dubai’s hospitality, Maria Lamarche, General Manager, Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai, gives an account of opening the hotel, embarking on a new role and leading a team of hospitality professionals. TT Bureau Maria Lamarche, a seasoned hotelier who has worked in management roles for international hotel companies …

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Plan your next meeting here

The 292-room Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre is the upcoming new MiCE destination in the African region. The multi-functional convention centre can house over 5,000 delegates with a variety of tailor-made options for any type of event. TT Bureau The buck stops here! Located 10 minutes away from Kigali …

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