Tech

Tune Protect enhances insurance products

Regional online technology facilitator of travel insurance, Tune Protect partnered with Buruj Cooperative Insurance to unveil a new suite of international travel assurance products with benefits catering to the evolving needs of travellers to and from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. TT Bureau Tune Protect, the regional online technology facilitator of travel …

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Blueground: The new hospitality disruptor

Dubai-based start up, Blueground is an international corporate hospitality industry disruptor with over 150 fully-furnished rental apartments in various popular areas in Dubai. Amine Housni, Co-founder and Head, Blueground, UAE, tells TravTalk about its recent expansion in New York and future plans. SHEHARA RIZLY Q) Please shed light on this …

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Ready for data protection regulation?

The European Union will enforce the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) from May 25, 2018. Finn Schulz, Principal, Schulz Consulting, and an active consultant member of Hospitality Technology Next Generation (HTNG), shares insights on regulation for the travel industry in the Middle East. TT BUREAU The purpose of the General …

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Better ROI with Oneview IT Solutions

Travel agents are busy developing their web portals for B2B interactions these days, through various project management solutions. Oneview IT Solutions recommends that they can take the Agile approach to ensure better return on investment and accommodate client’s requests to stay ahead in competition. TT BUREAU According to statistics, Agile …

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Personalisation of digital experiences

Miral has embarked on a major digital transformation project to create a seamlessly connected destination of world-class theme parks and attractions on Yas Island. The project will take visitors on a personalised digital journey, enhancing the island’s destination appeal to global leisure and business travellers. TT BUREAU The infrastructure was …

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ONEVIEW improves process for travel

Partnering with Oneview IT solutions, Airborne Travel and Tourism launched their full-service online portal making the website — airbornetrip.com — a single point for all travel requirements. The new portal features an array of travel related services ranging from flights, hotels, tours, car rentals and insurance, to mention a few. …

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Forget baggage woes with smart trolleys

emaratech launched Airport Smart Trolley, Next Generation Scanner Trolley and Intelligent Baggage Handling System – to improve baggage handling efficiency and facilitate passenger movement at airports. TT BUREAU During the 15th edition of Dubai Airshow – one of the largest exhibitions showcasing the latest in military, general and commercial aviation, …

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Wanup signs deal with Travelport

A global agreement was inked between hotel loyalty innovator Wanup and Travelport under which the former will make a selection of Travelport’s 650,000 bookable hotel properties to complement its own hotel collection, based on rating, destination and hotel style. TT BUREAU Launched in 2016, and based in Barcelona, Wanup is …

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Online, not an option anymore

It is predicted that by the end of 2017, online revenue is expected to reach $35 billion in the Middle East. Ernesto Hernandez, Director, EMEA Online Technical Sales at Sabre Corporation, speaks to TravTalk. TT BUREAU Please explain the importance of transition from offline to online for agents. Agencies that …

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