Etihad Airways has launched a new hand baggage-only ‘Deal Fare’ across selected destinations, allowing travellers to purchase lower fares in Economy Class if no checked baggage is required. TT Bureau The ‘Deal Fare’ includes a complimentary carry-on baggage allowance of 7 kg and is available on flights between Abu Dhabi, …
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Enjoying an occupancy rate of 89% this year, Muhammad Mujtaba Haider, General Manager, ibis Styles Dubai Jumeira, shares how the hotel has witnessed a steady growth strategy ever since its inception. TT Bureau Although ibis Styles Dubai Jumeira is a three-star property, it is on par with the four-star properties …
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Al Rajhi Aviation Company, a leading travel company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, signed an agreement with Sabre Corporation, to deliver seamless travel experience and deploy their corporate travel strategy. Under this agreement, Al Rajhi Aviation gains access to Sabre’s broad portfolio of technology solutions, like Sabre Red Workspace …
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This year’s edition of MICE Arabia and Luxury Travel Congress attracted more than 60 global suppliers and over 150 buyers signaling the potential of the GGC’s MICE & luxury travel market. TT Bureau The 5th Annual MICE Arabia and Luxury Travel Congress (MALT) concluded on a strong and positive note …
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Saudi Arabia is rapidly becoming one of the most important source markets for various industry players in keeping with the 2030 vision of the kingdom in the travel sector. Travelport is currently supporting the Saudi Arabian travel industry players through technology and travel commerce platform, reveals Matthew Powell, Director – …
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Minor Hotels has announced the debut of its luxury Anantara brand in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, scheduled to open in 2019. TT Bureau Anantara Jeddah Resort will be located on the waterfront in Obhur in the city’s upmarket northern district and will offer 226 guest rooms and 102 two to five …
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As we begin the year, our thoughts naturally turn to what lies ahead — clearly a lot! The dynamism of our industry coupled with an ongoing technology evolution ensures that no entity/trend will be the end-all or be-all. Here we analyse certain factors that could swing the pendulum in the …
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Rail Europe, the worldwide leader in train tickets and rail passes’ distribution, has expanded its strong sales network across the region by appointing one of the largest leading Travel and Hospitality conglomerate in Saudi Arabia, Elaf Travel and Tourism Company, as their GSA partner. TT Bureau Elaf Group has been …
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