Middle East
Qatar Airways strengthens commitment to JetSuite fleet expansion
Following the news in April that Qatar Airways had purchased a minority stake in US based private aviation firm JetSuite, the two companies have reaffirmed the relationship by committing to the expansion of both JetSuite and JetSuiteX.
Marriott International to offer hospitality training programme in Egypt
Marriott International recently launched Tahseen, its unique hospitality training programme developed in response to a growing need for talent within the industry, in Eqypt.
Sudan appoints VFS Global for first visa application centre in Saudi Arabia
The Embassy of the Republic of Sudan in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today announced the opening of its first ever visa application centre in the world in Riyadh in partnership with VFS Global, the world’s largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for diplomatic missions worldwide.
Hotels.com launches Hideaway Hotels category for off-the-grid travellers
Hotels.com has introduced the Hideaway Hotels category in response to a lift in bookings in the last two years, with a 60% spike in guests leaving positive reviews for off-the-grid hotels.
Thomas Cook Airlines starts summer 2019 early with new Easter flights
Thomas Cook Airlines has announce it is adding Easter flights to its schedule at Cardiff airport for the first time, in spring 2019, effectively
Oman Air launches Casablanca flight as part of African network update
Following the recent celebration of its first year operating out of Manchester Airport, in the UK, Oman Air has announced it will be appraising the current make up of its service network in order to boost the airline’s coverage of popular African destination.
UAE’s Yas Island announces more than 40 events for 2018
Yas Island, the UAE’s premier entertainment destination and international tourist hub, has revealed its biggest events calendar to date featuring old favourites and ten new events.
Etihad’s two new medical services are first in Middle East
Etihad Airways launches two specialised services for air travellers with pre-existing medical conditions.
Turkey returns as a summer favourite
Turkey is well and truly back on the map as a top summer holiday location says a survey by TUI.
Yabba Dabba Doo: Warner Brothers World Abu Dhabi launches in July
In just under two weeks, on 25 July, the anticipated indoor theme park Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, will fling open its doors to the general public for the first time, inviting guests to meet and mingle with some of the iconic film studio and entertainment giant’s most beloved characters, across six especially themed zones.
Expedia highlights opportunities as Dubai confirmed as ME’s top destination
Fresh from informing UK hoteliers how best to prepare for influx of visitors during the recent Royal Wedding, Expedia Group has now put together a study which reveals which have been the world’s most popular destinations in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) in 2018, so far.
Hatta aiming to become UAE’s ecotourism hub
Meraas, a Dubai-based holding company with interests in real estate and hospitality has announced a series of major projects aimed at boosting the tourism sector in Hatta and advancing the social and economic development of the area.
H Hospitality to expand with first hotel project in Makkah
H Hospitality Collection, the hotel management company of Abu Dhabi Capital Group, has been selected by Jabal Omar Development Company to manage its new 5-star hotel development in the Holy City of Makkah.
Millennium Hotels banks on Turkish growth with second 5-star property
Millennium Hotels and Resorts continues its successful expansion strategy with a second 5-star property in Turkey, Grand Millennium Konya City.
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort responds decisively to evolving market
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort is fine-tuning its products ahead of a stepped-up sales campaign as the Northern Thai city begins to deal with a plateauing Chinese market.
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