The Dubai Convention & Events Bureau (DCEB) has hired UK representation agency Hills Balfour to develop its Europe-wide sales and marketing activity and attract further MICE and association business to Dubai.
Travel and tourism industry chiefs reflect on regional growth over last two decades at premier travel trade show
International arrivals to the UAE increased healthily in 2012, reaching an estimated 11 million tourists delegates heard today at the latest WTM Vision Conference – Dubai held at Reed Travel Exhibition’s event Arabian Travel Market.
Etihad, Burj al Arab, Emirates, Avis, Europcar, Qatar and Rotana were among the big names to emerge victorious at World Travel Awards 2013 Middle East Ceremony, held at Le Royal Meridien Resort & Spa Dubai on 5 May 2013.
Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Setting a common growth agenda for tourism and aviation
Growth in exhibitors from Turkey, Morocco and Egypt as industry looks to expand GCC tourism receipts to offset potential declines from austerity-hit Euro zone
More scheduled A380 flights in 2012 than any other hub
The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) and Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) announced the official transfer of the fifteen Dubai heritage and archaeological sites from DTCM to Dubai Culture.
Work will shortly recommence on the construction and remasterplanning of Dubai Trade Centre District, a 146,000 square metre site between the current Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre and Emirates Towers.
flydubai, Dubai’s innovative low-cost carrier, has introduced a new facilitation service offering passengers travelling on its flights to Azerbaijan, Russia and Ukraine the opportunity to apply for a visa through the flydubai Travel Shop at Dubai Terminal 2.
DUBAI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Apr. 4, 2013– Marking the conclusion of Starwood’s month-long relocation to Dubai, Frits van Paasschen, President & CEO of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT), today shared highlights and insights from the company’s immersion in the Middle East.
nasair and Wizz Air confirmed as launch carriers Dubai, UAE – April 3, 2013 – Dubai Airports today announced that Dubai World Central will open its doors to passengers on October 27, 2013 when launch carriers nasair and Wizz Air commence operations into Dubai’s second airport.
The Tallest Building in the World to Witness the Return of Red Bull X-Fighters. After hosting the season opener for 2 consecutive years, Dubai (UAE) will be the 2nd destination in 2013 for the 12 riders!
UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum this week received the delegation of the New York-based Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide’s delegation headed by Frits Van Paasschen, President and Chief Executive Officer of the company.
Emirates Airlines is working on a two-class configuration for its Airbus A380s which would axe the superjumbo’s prestigious first class suites.
Record passenger numbers in 2012 help airport overtake Paris Charles de Gaulle
World Travel Market, the leading global event for the travel industry, is delighted to announce this year’s line-up of high-calibre speakers for the third WTM Vision Conference – Dubai on 7 May.
5.08 million travellers use DXB in February Dubai, UAE – March 26, 2013 – Dubai International passenger numbers continued to soar in February with 5.08 million customers passing through the facility up 11.4 per cent from the same period in 2012,
Visitor numbers to Dubai increased by 9.3% in 2012, with the city welcoming more than 10 million visitors over a one year period for the first time in its history.
Hotels in Dubai continued to surpass previous year performances as regional and international tourists flock to the city for the 18th Dubai Shopping Festival, boosting key performance indicators across the market, according to the latest HotStats survey of full service four and five star hotels by TRI Hospitality Consulting.
Dubai, UAE, February 26, 2013 – The JW Marriott brand officially celebrates its newly opened landmark luxury hotel today in the Middle East – the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai.
Emirates, one of the world’s fastest growing airlines, announced on Tuesday that it will add a second Airbus A380 service on the Dubai – Sydney route from 1 June 2013.
Hajj and Umrah visitors driving region’s largest hospitality market to the tune of US$16.5 billion in 2012; 46% of international tourist arrivals into GCC visit Kingdom; domestic tourism also growing
Hospitality and tourism development extending to the four corners of the Emirates as ATM 2013 roadshow series wraps up in Dubai
The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing and Dubai Health Authority held several meetings recently to promote Dubai as a leading health destination.
All Gates Now Operational at the “Home of the A380”
DUBAI, U.A.E – 5th February 2013 - Emirates, one of the world’s fastest growing airlines, and the Formula One group have announced a five year agreement appointing Emirates as a Global Partner of Formula 1® starting with the imminent 2013 season.
Following on from the success of the heritage activities at heritage sites, hosted by the department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing. A seafood competition was organized by the management of the Diving village within the scope of events for the Dubai shopping festival 2013, and is the first of its kind in its respective field.
Following its busiest month and year on record, Dubai International has taken over as the world’s third ranked airport for international passenger numbers, vaulting ahead of Hong Kong International Airport in the global rankings.
Bangkok, January 2013: Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas announced its first hotel in Dubai – Anantara Dubai Palm Jumeirah Resort & Spa, to open in September this year.
- The group becomes the first international hotel company to operate a property in Al Mamzar with the opening of Moevenpick Hotel Apartments The Square.
Dubai, January 13, 2012: The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, one of the world’s leading business hotel schools and a part of the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company, Jumeirah Group,
New facility will provide passengers with improved service and accessibility
In line with all the efforts to protect the environment in the United Arab Emirates in general and in Dubai in specific and with the vision of his Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai,
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company, and the Management Company of world number one golfer Rory McIlroy have jointly agreed to bring the sponsorship agreement which started in September 2007 to a close.
Dubai, 08 January 2013: On Friday 1st February 2013, hundreds of participants will descend into the waters and swim an 800m loop around the Burj Al Arab under the watchful eyes of the Wild Wadi Lifeguards.
It’s official: The Downtown Dubai New Year’s Eve Gala surpassed global New Year’s Eve celebrations with a record 1.7 million visitor turnout,
DUBAI, U.A.E., 2nd January 2013 Emirates achieved another first with the inaugural departure today of an A380 flight
ICCA announces destination for 2016 Congress
Frankfurt, 20 May 2013 After presentations from the two shortlisted destinations, Kuching in Sarawak, Malaysia, and the Czech Republic capital Prague, ICCA President Arnaldo Nardone on behalf of the ICCA Board of Directors today announced at the mid-year ICCA meeting held alongside IMEX,
Smartphone and Tablets Prompt Mobile Rethink, WTM Round Table Concludes
The move away from desktops towards smartphones and tablets is changing how the travel industry uses technology to connect with today’s multi-device consumer, concluded board-level travel industry participants at the recent World Travel Market Round Table into the Future of Mobile.
ICCA 2012 statistics: international association sector shows significant growth
With the release of the 2012 Top 20 Rankings for cities and countries, ICCA is reporting another year of continued strength in the international association meetings market.
Record £5.3b spent by APMEA countries in 2012 representing 28% of UK’s inbound tourism revenue
VisitBritain kicked-off its flagship international travel trade event, Destination Britain 2013, in Bangkok. Celebrating its 10th year, the tourism gathering will open with a record 35% of new suppliers, showcasing their strongest UK travel and tourism offerings.
World’s Second Largest LGBT Tourism Market Comes Out at WTM Latin America
Brazil’s USD$23 Billion Gay Travel Market – World’s Second Largest LGBT Tourism Market Comes Out at WTM Latin America
Bosch TownHall Meeting 2013 with VOK DAMS China
The experts for events and live marketing from VOK DAMS China have realized the TownHall Meeting 2013 for their client Bosch in Wuxi.
Seth Mattison to keynote on day two of AIBTM 2013 in Chicago
Educating Attendees on How to “Rock the Workplace”
Keynote Speakers Deliver Context for AIPC 2013 in Cape Town
The lineup of exemplary speakers on hand for the 2013 AIPC Annual Conference in Cape Town, South Africa this coming July 1-3 will provide delegates with a comprehensive insight into how the country is emerging as a major factor in both the global economy and the meetings industry.
