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The number of Indian tourists travelling to the GCC is expected to increase 81 per cent from 5.4 million in 2018 to 9.8 million in 2024, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10 per cent, according to the latest data published ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2020. …

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) participated in the World Travel Market (WTM) in London for the 17th consecutive year as part of its intensified campaign to promote Sharjah’s diverse and unique tourist offerings on the world stage. TT Bureau The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) …

Marriott International officially announced the debut of Delta Hotels by Marriott in Middle East and Africa with Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach, Dubai. Within easy access from key business hubs including Media City, Internet City and Knowledge City, the hotel is ideally located in the heart of Dubai. TT …

Paula de Keijzer, Senior Director-Market Management, Africa, Indian Ocean, Middle East and Turkey, Expedia Group, talks about growth in the Middle East market and how Expedia creates a level-playing field for small players by bridging the tech gap. Peden Doma Bhutia from Las Vegas Expedia in Saudi Arabia has witnessed …

Our hectic lifestyles put the pressure on us to ‘book everything in advance’. At the back of our heads is always the thought ‘What if I have to cancel my plan’? In a candid discussion with Ahmed Al Faramawi, Deputy CEO – AMEA, WebBeds, we seek to find answers to …

Joining Niyama Private Islands in 2017 as a task force professional, today Hafidh Al Busaidy is Cluster General Manager and is responsible for looking after three properties in the Maldives. Shehara Rizly Hailing from the UK to Omani and German parents, Busaidy moved out of Europe at the age of …

As the year 2019 comes to an end, achievements in every sector related to the travel, tourism, hospitality and other supported fields enjoyed a year of growth. TTME spoke to some of the leaders who share insights on their journey in 2019 and talk about what they intend to do …

Bluewaters has become the latest island destination and home to Ain Dubai, with its panoramic views, hospitality offerings, residential and retail options with open walkways. It will add new vantage points to the Dubai skyline, while establishing a benchmark in the world of modern design. TT Bureau Bluewaters, the island …

A hidden gem in the northernmost part of the UAE, Ras Al Khaimah is a dream destination. The emirate boasts of magnificent landscapes featuring breathtaking coastlines, terracotta desert planes, and the towering Hajar Mountain range that has the UAE’s highest peak –Jebel Jais. TT Bureau With year-long sunshine and 64 …

Arshard Munir, General Manager, Sharjah Airport Travel Agency (SATA), shares that at WTM this year in London, SATA will be showcasing a multitude of offerings, from flight bookings to accommodation and visa. TT Bureau For Sharjah Airport Travel Agency, an agency owned and operated by Sharjah Airport Authority, Eastern Europe …