AVIAREPS successfully relaunches its in-person AVIAREPS Middle East Travel Caravan after a two-year hiatus following the pandemic. More than 110 important travel industry professionals, media and travel influencers attended the event in Dubai and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia last month. TT Bureau The travel roadshow saw key international travel brands …
Read More »‘Amsaan’ for accessible travel
In a move to promote accessible tourism, Gulf People of Determination Information Technologies has developed an app designed for those who are deaf and short of hearing to travel without a hassle, shares Nida Inamdar, Marketing Manager, GPDIT. TT Bureau Could you share about the app developed for people with …
Read More »Assadi honoured with UAE Golden Visa
Faiz Assadi, Managing Director of Al Marina Holding, was honoured with the UAE Golden Visa. This distinction coincides with his completion of a decade with the conglomerate. Starting after the pandemic, the UAE Golden Visa has become one of the key tools of recognition of talent and dedication. TT Bureau …
Read More »Are we ready for Sustainable Travel?
Sustainability has many layers to be addressed, it is no longer a word to be utilized and passed on as a mere CSR activity. It is a commitment to ensure that everyone has a part to play on Mother Earth, says Dr Sean Lochrie, Assistant Professor at School of Social …
Read More »‘Net zero’ pledge by ATM
ATM, the leading travel and tourism event for professionals throughout the Middle East, has announced that ‘Working Towards Net Zero’ will be its official theme for ATM 2023. TT Bureau Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 1-4 May 2022. RX (Reed Exhibitions), …
Read More »PATA reconnects global travel stakeholders
Global stakeholders will meet at PATA Annual Summit 2022, scheduled in the UAE on the theme ‘Reconnecting the World Sustainably’. Liz Ortiguera, CEO, PATA, shares with TRAVTALK about the importance of this year’s conference, as they select Ras Al Khaimah, an upcoming destination in the UAE, as the venue for …
Read More »McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Malaga consolidates its position with record growth in visitors
The Centre, which combines nearly 90 boutiques, has also broken visitor records this summer, surpassing the two million mark. McArthurGlen, Malaga’s large outlet located next to Plaza Mayor, closes its best summer ever. And it does so both in terms of sales growth – with an increase of 36% – …
Read More »Travel agents: strength of the traveller
As governments start to ease out the travel protocols, people from all walks of life are excited to explore and see different places. They have several options to plan and book their trips amid this high technology era, but find that travel agents are much more helpful and reliable. Different …
Read More »Pre-events’ success ready ground for WTM
Organisers of World Travel Market London have hailed the performances of springboard events at WTM Latin America, WTM Africa and ATM in Middle East organised during the month of April and May, saying that their achievements have laid the groundwork for a successful trade show in London. TT Bureau WTM …
Read More »Wego delves into travellers’ behaviour
Wego and Cleartrip Travel shares an insight report on behaviour of travellers in the MENA region. The survey questioned 4,390 residents from UAE and KSA on travel issues. The report also highlights the impact of Covid-19 on travel, trends currently being witnessed and signs of recovery. TT Bureau The near-term …
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