UAE News
Mid-Market Hotels Gain Momentum In Dubai
Thursday, May 7, 2015Government directives stimulate growth in mid-market hotel sector Dubai, UAE, May 5th 2015: According to the latest figures issued by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), Dubai’s hotel portfolio grew during the 12 months of 2014 from 611 hotels and hotel apartments to 659 – a 7.8% growth over the course of the… Mid-Market Hotels Gain Momentum In Dubai
Major Brands Excel At Awards
Thursday, May 7, 2015The scope of the region’s industry-leading airline and hotel operators reflected in largest awards ceremony in 12-year history May 4th 2015 New and established operators were honoured in the Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2015 ceremony at the Conrad Dubai ballroom yesterday evening. More than 350 executives from across the travel industry attended the awards,… Major Brands Excel At Awards
ATM 2015 OPENS
Tuesday, May 5, 2015Hundreds of delegates from the region and around the world attended the opening of the 22nd edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2015 in Dubai on Monday, May 4 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year’s ATM, which runs from May 4 to 7, has attracted the participation of nearly 3,000… ATM 2015 OPENS
Dubai welcomes 13.2m international visitors in 2014
Tuesday, May 5, 20158.2 per cent growth significantly higher than global average of 4.7 per cent Results contained within ‘Dubai Annual Visitor Report’, launched at Arabian Travel Market Dubai, UAE; 3 May 2015: Dubai welcomed a total of 13.2 million international overnight visitors in 2014, according to new statistics issued by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing… Dubai welcomes 13.2m international visitors in 2014
Technology key to seamless Air Traffic Management in Middle East
Tuesday, May 5, 2015Middle East airspace is presently ‘saturated’ CANSO: Middle East ATM requires effective use of technology ATC equipment market to reach $4.23 billion by 2020 UAE to handle 1.85 million aircraft movements by 2030 26 companies to showcase ATM portfolio at Airport Show ATM challenges until 2030 to be debated at GALF-2015 Alleviate ‘system limitations’ in… Technology key to seamless Air Traffic Management in Middle East
‘Promenade With Me’ by Savannah du Quercy
Monday, May 4, 2015Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach presents an exhibition in collaboration with the International Emerging Artist Award ‘Promenade With Me’ by Savannah du Quercy. An inspiring journey into the universe of the artist, ’Promenade With Me” is a mix media exhibition and a theatrical experience of a unique kind. Vibrant in colour and magically powerful, it is… ‘Promenade With Me’ by Savannah du Quercy
Seaplane safaris to Sir Bani Yas Island launched
Sunday, May 3, 2015New seaplane safaris have been launched making it easier for the public to see some of the rarest wildlife in the country. A Dubai-based tour operator is now offering a range of packages to Sir Bani Yas Island, west of Abu Dhabi city, starting from Dh 2,999 per person for a day trip. “We are… Seaplane safaris to Sir Bani Yas Island launched
Middle East airports going ‘smart’ for seamless travel experience
Sunday, May 3, 2015Airport Show due to take place in Dubai from May 10 to 12 Global smart airports market to reach $13.5 billion by 2020 Travelers are looking for personalized airport engagement Technology enables passengers to take more control of their travel experience UAE airports lead in smart technology adoption Airport Show 2015 to show latest smart… Middle East airports going ‘smart’ for seamless travel experience
More than 550 people jumped with parachutes from Dubai’s Princess Tower
Thursday, April 30, 2015More than 550 people jumped with parachutes from the highest residential building in the world Members of the American team Dream Walker together with other professional athletes made a massive jump with parachutes from the roof of a skyscraper Princess Tower in Dubai, which is considered the tallest residential building in the world. As reported… More than 550 people jumped with parachutes from Dubai’s Princess Tower
SCTDA launches Sharjah Tourism Vision 2021
Thursday, April 30, 2015Vision features four strategic pillars working in parallel. Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) unveiled today Sharjah Tourism Vision 2021, aiming to attract more than 10 million tourists by year 2021, when the UAE celebrates its 50th anniversary. The announcement was made at a press conference held at the Radisson Blu Resort Sharjah, attended… SCTDA launches Sharjah Tourism Vision 2021
