Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 6 March, 2016 3:26 pm

Increased competition, demand to spur hospitality growth in UAE and region during 2016: Expert

With increasing number of hotels opening and due to open over the next couple of years, the hospitality industry across the UAE and region is set for a new phase of growth as hotels and related sector players jostle for increased market share amidst rising demand, an industry expert has...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 6 March, 2016 12:50 pm

Turkish Airlines’ Europe expansion continues with the decision to launch of Dubrovnik (Croatia) and Kosice (Slovakia) flights

Turkish Airlines, Europe’s Best Airline (according to Skytrax Survey, 2015), flying to more countries than any other airlines, which has also recently announced a record high net profit (1 billion 69 million USD net profit) in 2015 has another great news for its...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 6 March, 2016 12:00 pm

NEW LUXURY LIFESTYLE HOTEL TO OPEN IN VIBRANT DOWNTOWN MIAMI

ME by Meliá is set to launch its first luxury lifestyle hotel in North America in vibrant Downtown Miami in April 2016.   ME Miami will be located in the epicentre of the city’s cultural hotspots, such as Pérez Art Museum, Miami’s Adrienne Arsht Center and the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 6 March, 2016 10:17 am

WILLOW STREAM SPA AWARDED RESORT SPA OF THE YEAR: MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA BY WORLD SPA & WELLNESS AWARDS 2016

‘Willow Stream Spa’ at Fairmont The Palm announced today winning the prestigious award of “Resort Spa of the Year, Middle East & Africa” at the ‘World Spa & Wellness Awards 2016’ that took place on 28 February 2016 in London,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 6 March, 2016 8:40 am

Riyadh Metro, Haramain Rail to get power from SEC

The Saudi Electricity Co. (SEC) will provide 700 megawatts of electricity for the Riyadh Metro and Haramain Railway projects, according to SEC Chief Executive Officer Ziad bin Mohammed Al-Shiha. Speaking to a local publication, Al-Shiha said the project plans would be based on growth in demand...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 6 March, 2016 8:25 am

David Beckham talks travel to British Airways and reveals his unforgettable family holidays and where is left on his bucket list

The iconic British sportsman and frequent flier speaks to British Airways’ High Life magazine about travelling the world, pub lunches, and his favourite city.   From his love affair with America, to dog walks in Hyde Park and his favourite family destination, David also reveals why ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 6 March, 2016 8:18 am

International sports celebrities descend on Medina Centrale for spectacular grand opening of Megapolis

The city of Doha added on Thursday night a new chapter in its journey towards becoming a regional entertainment hub with the official opening of the highly anticipated Megapolis – a 6,000 square meter family entertainment centre located in the heart of Medina Centrale, The Pearl,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 6 March, 2016 8:09 am

DWTC to attract over 300,000 visitors in March

DWTC is set to host 22 mega-trade events in this month alone which is set to draw over a quarter million visitors. As a pivotal arm in Dubai’s efforts to diversify its economy, DWTC will host events across core sectors including ICT, healthcare and maritime, reinforcing the emirate’s...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 5 March, 2016 9:08 am

Saudi National Heritage Exhibition in Geneva

 As part of an effort to introduce the Kingdom’s rich cultural heritage to the world, the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTNH) is presenting an exhibition entitled “Saudi Arabia: National Heritage, Diversity and Richness” at the United Nations Office in...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 5 March, 2016 7:13 am

Nozomi and Tugra bag awards

The inaugural ‘2016 Food and Travel GCC Awards’ was held in the Kingdom of Bahrain in the presence of internationally acclaimed chefs and restaurateurs. The glittery ceremony, held at the Ritz Carlton Hotel Bahrain, was organized by the prestigious Food & Travel magazine, and...

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