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Emirates Opens up New Gateways in Midwest China
03 May 2016
Emirates today underscored its commitment to China with the launch of a new service from Dubai to Yinchuan and Zhengzhou, two of the fastest growing cities in Midwest China. This service expands Emirates’ destination offering on the mainland to five, including Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou.
Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, was on board the inaugural flight with a number of senior executives of the airline. They were joined by... Read More
Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor takes the President of Tatarstan on a tour of Al Habtoor City
03 May 2016
On May 1, 2016 during his working visit to Dubai Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov met Chairman of the Al Habtoor Group Khalaf Al Habtoor at the Al Habtoor Group Head Office. Present at the meeting was Mohammed Al Habtoor, Vice-Chairman and CEO, Al Habtoor Group; Sultan Al Habtoor, President Al Habtoor Motors; Maan Halabi, Managing Director, Al Habtoor.
Following the meeting the Chairman took the President on a personal tour of Al Habtoor City accompanied by the Vice-Chairman and... Read More
Emirates ‘Infinite Possibilities’ stand attracts almost 13,000 visitors at ATM
02 May 2016
DUBAI, UAE, 29 April 2016: Emirates’ new ‘Infinite Possibilities’ stand was buzzing at this year’s ATM with almost 13,000 visitors making their way to the stand and experiencing the airline’s signature products and services.
The ‘Infinite Possibilities’ stand showcased Emirates’ industry-leading products and services, and over 9,000 visitors experienced the airline’s signature First Class Private Suite, its newly introduced Boeing 777 Business Class seat, in addition to other... Read More
INTERVIEW Ajman launches key projects at ATM 2016
01 May 2016
One of the UAE’s seven emirates, Ajman’s culture is steeped in exceptional hospitality. There have been a lot of exciting events since the launch of Ajman’s Tourism Development Department’s new destination brand. It has been busy promoting the emirate in terms of touristic and sporting activities.
On the first day of ATM 2016 it unveiled a major milestone in its history marking the Emirates as a tourism, leisure and business destination. Aviamost spoke to General Manager of Ajman... Read More
Barjeel Art Foundation presents a major exhibition of Modern Arab Art at the Sharjah Art Museum
01 May 2016
The Short Century is ongoing until 24 December 2016
Barjeel Art Foundation presents a comprehensive survey exhibition of modern Arab art at the Sharjah Art Museum. Entitled The Short Century, the exhibition was inaugurated by H.H. Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Bin Khalifa Al Nahyan and H.H. Sheikha Hoor Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, on 23 April 2016, and will be comprised of works from the Barjeel collection by modern Arab artists from throughout the 20th Century.
The exhibition presents a... Read More
INTERVIEW Chinese market among top 3 to Yas Island in 2015!
28 Apr 2016
An emerging tourism and entertainment destination located within a 30 minute drive of the UAE capital, Yas Island drew 25 million tourists in 2015 and is highly popular among Chinese tourists. It is home to the state-of-the-art Yas Marina Circuit, the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld boasting some of the world’s most unique attractions and rides and Yas Mall. Aviamost spoke to the CEO of Miral Asset Management Mohammed Abdulla Al Zaabi to know more about its plans for the year
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Flydubai is Best Stand for Doing Business at ATM 2016!
28 Apr 2016
Among five exhibitors to come out on top in Best Stand Awards
Popular awards programme recognises exhibitor creativity and investment in five independent categories; judging panel of top industry and design professionals select the most eye-catching and innovative stands; winners are now being put to the public vote for the People’s Choice Award
The hotly anticipated winners of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2016 Best Stand Awards were announced at a photo-call on the show... Read More
The Great Mid-Market Hotel Debate set to rage on through 2020 as PwC flags the region’s need to fast track sector development in this segment
28 Apr 2016
51% of all Dubai hotels in mid-market segment versus 89% in New York; PwC research released at ATM 2016 touts construction figure of US$80k per room as incentive for developers looking for solid returns in high demand segment
The influence of Millennials and their preference for quality over luxury, as well as the rise of a new breed of trendy and tech-friendly mid-market hotel brands, was the focus of a dedicated PwC-hosted panel session today (Wednesday, 27 April 2016), with a line-... Read More
Starwoods Hotels & Resorts Targets 100 Hotels in Middle East by 2020
28 Apr 2016
From the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) in Dubai, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that it is on track to grow its portfolio in the Middle East to 100 hotels by 2020. This follows five new deal signings that will add over 1,200 rooms in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Starwood will also open five hotels in 2016 across the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
“The Middle East continues to be one of Starwood’s fastest... Read More
EXCLUSIVE: Issam Kazim speaks to Aviamost
27 Apr 2016
Host of new mid-market hotels – encouraged by Dubai Tourism-led incentives are expanding options for visitors; Chinese market grosses 30% in 2015
In an exclusive interview with Aviamost the CEO of DTCM, Issam Kazim revealed successful incentives boosting the 3 and 4 star hotel segment. Says Dubai on track to reach ambitious target of 20 million tourists by 2020 as 2015 witnessed 7 ½% growth reaching 14.2 million tourists to Dubai with Chinese market seeing unprecedented growth of 30... Read More
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