The UAE tourism sector performed outstandingly in 2020 despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, revealed by the Ministry of Economy, noting that the sector was among the least affected and fastest to recover around the world.
Jumeirah Group, a global luxury hospitality company, has announced the appointment of Ermanno Zanini to the role of regional vice president and general manager of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, its flagship hotel in the UAE.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the appointment of Haitham Mattar as managing director of India, Middle East & Africa (IMEA), effective April 18.
Water is flowing into the largest and most sustainable swimming pool in the Middle East - the spectacular leisure attraction at the centre of a rainbow-inspired resort recreating the celebrated lifestyle of the French Riviera.
Worldwide travel retail platform, Travelport recently announced a multi-year extension of its full content agreement with American Airlines, including an agreement on the distribution of American Airlines’ NDC content. The agreement also supports the airline’s new codeshare and extended services relationship for domestic bookings with Alaska Airlines and JetBlue Airways.
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, has unveiled a new safety video, filmed on location at Louvre Abu Dhabi, to give passengers across the globe, a glimpse of what attractions the capital has to offer.
Sabre, the leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, recently announced the introduction of its new airline storefront, an industry-first capability that makes it easier to comparison-shop increasingly complex airline offers in the indirect channel.
On March 29, flydubai’s first flight to Tirana touched down in the Albanian capital marking the start of service from Dubai.
Kanoo Travel, one of the largest travel company in the Middle East, has extended its 25-year partnership with Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry.
Anticipating the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, the stunning platform created by digital partners Emakina and Adobe will help the country reach its ambitious goal of doubling its tourism revenue by 2030.
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