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Bawadi Mall posts a record footfall of 10,158,087 visitors in 2017
Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 25 January, 2018 1:46 am
In the last couple of years, Bawadi Mall, the largest mall in Al Ain, has emerged as the new hotspot for mall-goers and shoppers. It has welcomed over 10,158,087 visitors in 2017. Offering visitors unique experiences, Bawadi Mall has created the right mix of shopping and entertainment to attract...
Copthorne Hotel Dubai sees robust growth in MICE market
Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 25 January, 2018 12:38 am
Copthorne Hotel Dubai, the popular hotel located in Port Saeed in Deira, continues to attract the fast growing meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) sector and has witnessed a 12% increase in bookings in 2017.   To accelerate further growth and receive a bigger share...
Oman Air Crisis Simulation Exercise Deemed Successful
Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 25 January, 2018 12:11 am
Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate, held an ultra-realistic and highly successful emergency exercise recently at its headquarters in Muscat. Testing the airline’s emergency response plans and procedures, the participating teams led by Senior Manager, Safety and ERP Captain Waheed ...
Saudi Hoteliers Need to Take the App Approach to Guest Experience
Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 24 January, 2018 3:56 pm
Hoteliers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia need to embrace digital platforms if they want to keep their guests happy, according to a new survey from Avaya (NYSE:AVYA). Saudi travelers are more keen on using hotel mobile apps than their counterparts in other GCC countries, according to the survey,...
Relocating lion cubs and endangered penguins to their new home, Turkish Cargo keeps protecting the wildlife
Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 24 January, 2018 12:55 pm
By a well-done operation, Turkish Cargo relocated Humboldt Penguins, one of the eleven penguin species threatened with extinction due to unfavorable circumstances resulting from the climate change, to the Public Oceanic Aquarium in China from the Riga Zoo.   The thriving sub-brand of the ...
Arjaan by Rotana Continues the Pursuit of Service Excellence
Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 24 January, 2018 6:55 am
Arjaan by Rotana, Dubai’s finest hotel apartments located in Media City designed for modern business travelers and stay-in guests, boasts 16 premium suites that deliver a remarkable experience of comfort and luxury.   Featuring 1 bedroom apartment measuring 81sqm and two bedroom...
GCC to welcome 2.5 million Chinese visitors by 2021
Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 24 January, 2018 6:43 am
Chinese arrivals to the GCC will increase 21% to 2021, rising to 2.5 million visitors annually, according to data released ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2018, which takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre from April 22-25.   Published by Colliers International, the data predicts Saudi...
Uber Eats to add Riyadh and Cairo to its menu soon
Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 23 January, 2018 9:02 am
Four years after making safe, reliable and affordable rides available at the touch of a button, Uber today announced its continued investment in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) with the forthcoming launch of Uber Eats in Saudi Arabia and Egypt.   The global food delivery app - that...
Dubai celebrates the opening of the long-awaited Casper & Gambini’s
Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 23 January, 2018 7:29 am
Iconic Lebanese restaurant, Casper & Gambini’s recently hosted an exciting brunch to celebrate its long-awaited arrival to Dubai. Held on the 11th of January, the casual urban chic restaurant-café opened its doors at the Damac Maison Royale, The Distinction. Renowned for its...
Radisson Blu opens fifth hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 22 January, 2018 1:45 pm
Radisson Blu, the iconic hotel brand driven by innovation and design, is proud to announce the opening of its fifth hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The 150-room Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Corniche has a prime location close to the popular North Corniche, which overlooks the Red Sea and is within the ...
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