Sharzede Salleh Askor, Chief Executive Officer, Sarawak Tourism Board shares their latest campaign where visitors can experience Sarawak, located on the Northwest coast of Malaysia, through the five-pillar strategy Culture, Adventure, Nature, Food and Festival in an exclusive interview with TRAVTALK. Shehara Rizly Give us a brief about Sarawak tourism? …
Read More »Hungary Tourism’s strategy for ME market
Making their presence felt at Expo 2020 Dubai, Hungary Tourism continues to attract GCC market with their strategy to welcome more visitors in 2022. Continuing their activities, a special workshop was held targeting agents from the region. Speakers shared their insights with TRAVTALK. Shehara Rizly Ivan Ljubinkovic, Tourism Development Manager, …
Read More »Germany’s diversified offerings for GCC
Kick-starting New Year with their hidden gems in region of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, German National Tourist Office for GCC countries along with Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Tourist Board held their first comprehensive webinars for region. Shehara Rizly Yamina Sofo, Director Sales and Marketing, GNTO for GCC shared the latest update about travelling to Germany for …
Read More »Shurooq: Al Hira beach to have pro skatepark
Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) announces development of newest pro skatepark attraction in Sharjah, part of its much anticipated and upcoming beach destination, Al Hira Beach. All types of skaters, sports persons and children can skate to their heart’s content here. Scheduled for completion in Q1 of 2022 along …
Read More »Lego-themed hotel with record breaking rides
Apart from being largest Hollywood-inspired theme park, MOTIONGATE™ Dubai will soon have world’s fastest spinning rollercoaster inspired by Lionsgate’s global hit action John Wick franchise and DubaiParks & Resorts will have LEGOLAND® Hotel, all set to transform LEGOLAND Dubai into a LEGO® themed resort. MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the region’s largest Hollywood-inspired …
Read More »UNWTO shifts Americas HQ office to Brazil
Decision was taken at UNWTO’s 24th General Assembly held last month. Announcement was made at conclusion of 114th meeting of UNWTO Executive Council held on following day. Location of office will continue to strengthen ties between UAE and Brazil and open up more opportunities for emiratis to visit Brazil. The …
Read More »87% of travellers keen on ‘family time’
Travellers from UAE are hoping to head abroad this winter to make up for lack of summer holidays over more than two years. Most people would like to go away with their extended families to make up for lost time. This is according to research from Marriott Bonvoy, travel loyalty …
Read More »Resilient and diversified tourism in UAE
International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) increased by 58 per cent in July to September 2021, as per UNWTO. Rise in demand was due to an increase in traveller confidence due to lifting of restrictions in many countries. Following Omicron, world is seeing many curbs and COVID-19 tests once again. As …
Read More »Omran Group’s tourism masterplan for Oman
With a vision to transform tourism and real estate sector in the Sultanate in accordance with Oman Vision 2040, Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group) has revealed the Masterplan and brand identity of ‘Yiti’ — the largest integrated tourism developments in Oman. The new master plan of the development sets …
Read More »Diving experiences at Abu Dhabi aquarium
National Aquarium at Al Qana, Middle East’s largest aquarium with more than 46,000 sea animals and 300 different species, is now offering visitors breathtaking diving experience. There are many options available for both certified and non-certified divers and anyone eager for an adrenaline-pumping adventure. Paul Hamilton, General Manager at The …
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