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TASWEEK discusses Gulf development at Cityscape Qatar 2012

2012-05-25 12:05:12

TASWEEK Real Estate Marketing & Development, an advisor and solutions provider serving the real estate markets, discussed market fundamentals and movements across the Gulf at Cityscape Qatar 2012, the local version of the world’s largest real estate event brand running from May 23 to 25 at Doha Exhibition Centre. CEO, TASWEEK, Masood Al Awar reviewed real estate statistics ...

QTA set to embark on GCC Roadshow for Eid

2012-05-25 12:05:41

Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) is set to embark on a promotional road show spanning six cities across the Gulf to endorse Qatar as the ideal destination for Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha. The GCC Roadshow 2012 is due to start in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia on May 26, before moving on to Riyadh, Kuwait, Muscat, Abu Dhabi and concluding in Dubai on May 31, 2012. QTA’s tourism ...

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts launches new MICE programme

2012-05-25 12:05:02

Creative cuisine, inspirational event ideas and fast efficient MICE service from start to finish are at the heart of the new global ‘Meetings & Events’ programme launched by Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts at IMEX, Frankfurt. Intensive training to streamline every element of the MICE process at Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has already paid dividends with the ...

Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi reveals it MICE offerings

2012-05-25 12:05:58

Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, the hotel that spans directly over a Formula 1 race track and known for its iconic design, is promoting itself as the ultimate location for meetings, conferences and events. Situated on Yas Marina Circuit overlooking Yas Marina, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi boasts 12 entertainment and dining options along with 3,520m2 of conference and banqueting space including a ...

Etihad Airways and Airbus operate first flight using RNP-AR

2012-05-25 11:05:47

An Etihad Airways Airbus A330-200 has become the first aircraft in the region to perform the environmentally friendly RNP-AR (Required Navigation Performance – Authorisation Required) approach to Abu Dhabi International Airport. The demonstration flight, which arrived from Bahrain, is said to have marked the beginning of full RNP-AR implementation within Abu Dhabi's airspace. ...

Hertz sweeps FlyerTalk awards

2012-05-25 11:05:55

The world’s largest general use car rental brand, Hertz, has reported to have claimed a clean sweep in the first annual FlyerTalk Awards, earning top honours for the Best Rewards Programme and Best Overall Benefits in the Middle East, Asia and Oceania, the Americas, and the Europe/Africa regions. The awards success represents a major endorsement by business and leisure travellers for the ...

Summit in Saudi Arabia to discuss country’s tourism potential

2012-05-25 11:05:40

Tourism contributed significantly to Saudi Arabia’s GDP in 2011, with figures revealing that the industry’s input was over 7.2 per cent, with 670,000 staff employed. The latter figure also included a 26 per cent Saudisation. According to the latest report by Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities (SCTA), the Kingdom is expected to receive 88 million visitors by 2020, with ...

Rotana confirms opening of two new properties in Dubai

2012-05-24 12:05:38

Rotana has announced the new confirmed date for the opening of its latest new properties in Dubai – the five-star Al Ghurair Rayhaan by Rotana and the deluxe hotel apartments, Al Ghurair Arjaan by Rotana – both of which will open in the third quarter of 2012 and will make up the Al Ghurair Centre in Dubai. The two new openings will mean that Rotana will add 621 new rooms to ...

Hilton Worldwide opens first dual-branded property in Turkey

2012-05-24 12:05:01

Hilton Worldwide has announced the official opening of Hilton Bursa Convention Centre & Spa, and Hampton by Hilton Bursa in Turkey. This is the company’s first dual-branded property within the country. As the first combination of Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Hampton by Hilton brand property in Europe, the company reports that its guests will be able to enjoy both ...

Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Beirut awarded WTA

2012-05-24 11:05:31

Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Beirut, Lebanon, has been recognised as ‘Lebanon’s Leading Resort’ in the World Travel Awards 2012 ceremony in Dubai. Commenting on the award was general manager, Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Beirut, Jan Bundgaard, who said: “We are proud and privileged to receive this award, which recognises the service excellence and performance of the entire ...

Sharjah sets off to road shows in Kuwait and Qatar

2012-05-24 10:05:58

After successfully showcasing itself at the Riyadh Travel Fair (RTF) last week, the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) is ready to hit the road in two of the most important Gulf states – Kuwait and Qatar. In an attempt to promote Sharjah’s tourist attractions and popular cultural and heritage festivals across the region, the SCTDA, in collaboration with Air ...

Grand Millennium Dubai unveils its Ramadan specials

2012-05-24 10:05:20

As Ramadan is approaching, Grand Millennium Dubai has already notified of its Ramadan special offers that promise relaxation and comfort for families and corporate groups throughout the holy month. Thus, during Ramadan, Grand Millennium Dubai is offering special rates for hotel stays for families of two adults and two children in stylish deluxe rooms. The family package ...

Dusit Thani Dubai earns TripAdvisor certificate of excellence

2012-05-24 10:05:33

Dusit Thani Dubai has announced that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honours hospitality excellence, is given to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveller reviews on TripAdvisor. Approximately 10 per cent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award. To qualify for the ...

New boutique hotel Marti Hemithea opens in Turkey

2012-05-24 10:05:10

The family-owned Marti Hotel Group has announced the opening of a new boutique property, Marti Hemithea, situated in Hisarönü Bay in Turkey. This 32 suite luxury hotel has been named after the goddess Hemithea, who was once known to have prolonged the lives of people in the mythological era. The Marti Group was founded 24 years ago by the Narin family. Marti Hemithea is ...

Ramada Ajman opens 60 additional rooms

2012-05-24 10:05:28

Catering for the needs of business and leisure travellers, Ramada Hotel & Suites Ajman has announced the opening of 60 additional rooms making the total inventory to 400 rooms, the largest not only in Ajman, but in the northern emirates. Group GM, R Holdings, Abdul Aziz Jasmi, and other hotel staff and guests attended the ribbon cutting ceremony, officially unveiling the ...

Embassy Dubai launches Empress Hour

2012-05-24 10:05:29

Embassy Dubai, the three tiered multifaceted entertainment venueat Grosvenor House Dubai, has announced the launch of its new Empress Hour, where guests can enjoy the ‘You get one. We get you one’, special offer from 19:00 to 20:30. Embassy Dubai’s highly popular Tuesday’s Empress Night, men and women can now enjoy the Embassy hospitality on beverages from the Empress Hour menu. ...

Qatar Airways launches flights to Iraq

2012-05-24 10:05:14

Qatar Airways has reported of the launch of scheduled flights to the northern city of Erbil in Iraq, which extends the airline’s global network to 115 destinations worldwide. The Doha-based airline is to operate non-stop flights to Erbil four times a week. Erbil is the first of two new Iraqi services being launched within two weeks. Effective June 7, Qatar Airways will start ...

STR Global reports increase in MENA hotel performance for April

2012-05-23 12:05:24

The Middle East and Africa region has witnessed mostly positive hotel performance results in April 2012, according to data compiled by STR Global. The results reveal that the region’s occupancy increased by 10 per cent to reach 63.9 per cent, with its revenue per available room also increasing by 6.1 per cent. “Northern Africa continued to report strong bounces off ...

RAK Airways launches RAK Premier for business class passengers

2012-05-23 12:05:03

RAK Airways, the national carrier of Ras Al Khamiah, has reported to have carried 250,000 passengers in 2011, and is currently preparing to launch its premier product, ‘RAK Premier’, scheduled for early June. “RAK Airways offers a high quality product, delivered with excellent service standards at a competitive rate. With the launch of RAK Premier, we will offer a high standard of ...

Turkish Airlines to launch new service to Tallinn

2012-05-23 12:05:58

After a meeting with Routes Europe 2012 host, Tallinn Airport, Turkey’s national airline has announced that it will commence a three times weekly service to the Estonian capital. The host of Routes Europe 2012, Tallinn Airport, reported that the first meeting of the day of the 7th Routes Europe event proved to be special due to the announcement of Turkish Airlines. ...