With a record number of agents attending from all across GCC, the second in a series of two webinars to showcase the luxury destination of Ireland was held last month. There were five speakers who participated along with Siobhan Naughton, Marketing and Trade Executive, Tourism Ireland. Shehara Rizly The webinar …
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One of the key elements to restart travel is to build traveller confidence. Haitham Mattar, Senior Advisor Ministry of Tourism in the KSA shares his views with TRAVTALK. Emirates airlines is a great role model and I’ve traveled a couple of times between Dubai and Riyadh after the pandemic. I …
Read More »Singapore Tourism powers TravelRevive by ITB Asia
TravelRevive, powered by ITB Asia and Singapore Tourism Board (STB), took place on November 25-26, 2020 at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre. Leading the way with rigorous protocols and innovative solutions for the end-to-end visitor journey, TravelRevive was the first pilot tradeshow to trial the newly developed ‘hybrid event’ …
Read More »Dubai’s retail tourism bonanza
Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced details of its comprehensive 2021 Retail Calendar, with citywide events, activations and experiences set to fully support the emirate’s economic and tourist development goals. The calendar is packed with 15 festival campaigns spread throughout 2021. With this year’s Dubai Fitness Challenge and …
Read More »RAKTDA to recognise frontliners
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) announced its collaboration with the Frontline Heroes Office to offer curated dedicated packages and benefits for frontline professionals as a sign of recognition for the key role they play in protecting the nation. As the COVID-19 pandemic hit, RAKTDA took quick action and …
Read More »Exploring Berlin’s diversity
Berlin apart from its famous wall memorials, diverse culture, lifestyle, unique products and brands that will not be available anywhere else in the world, also offers the best healthcare facilities in Europe. The recent Berlin Lifestyle and Healthcare webinar concluded with a very good number of participants from the GCC …
Read More »Promoting ‘Malaysia, Truly Asia’
Middle East has been one of the key markets for Malaysia since time immemorial. Although the pandemic has temporarily suspended international travel, Tourism Malaysia is proactively keeping the trade and visitors informed of the many initiatives undertaken to return once the borders open. HE Mohamed Hasril Abdul Hamid, Consul General, …
Read More »Ireland focus on GCC market
In their new campaign, Ireland will focus on luxury accommodation, attractions and experiences for the GCC market. On December 7,2020 at 3pm UAE time, the second webinar will be conducted by Siobhan Naughton Marketing and Trade Executive Tourism Ireland with key partners from the destination. Siobhan Naughton, Marketing and Trade …
Read More »Philippines’ beaches beckon
The Philippines offers innumerable attractions, beckoning visitors to its crescent-shaped beaches dusted with talcum powder-like sand; uninhabited tropical islands, lush impenetrable jungles bristling with unique wildlife, historic cities, diverse local cuisine & culture, and much more. The 27th World Travel Awards have recognised the Philippines as Asia’s leading beach destination …
Read More »Maldives kickstarts ME Campaign
In adherence to the ongoing “Rediscover Maldives…the sunny side of life” campaign, Visit Maldives has started a radio promotion with Al Khaleejiya for the Middle Eastern region. The purpose of this two-week campaign is to promote the destination and the unique experiences available in Maldives. The campaign aims to inform …
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