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J M Marquis Dubai Pt 2 - newest hotel for Emirates Group
Audio: Phil Blizzard meets up with Rupprecht Queitsch, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Dubai to talk how this Emirates Group hotel will be integrated into their network, and in particular their premium class passengers, as well as the impact of two major hospitality brands, the Fairmont Palm Jumeirah and The Conrad, opening in the city. He also talks about the growth of the MICE sector which will eventually contribute to 50% of their business and the prime markets for their convention facilities.
J M Marquis Dubai Pt 1 - Worlds tallest hotel opens
Audio: The world's tallest hotel, standing at 355m has opened in the heart of Dubai with their focus being very much the convention market. Phil Blizzard meet up with Rupprecht Queitsch, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Dubai to talk about the positioning of the property and the significance of the recent announcement by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum for the go-head to complete of the hotels second tower, which will take the number of rooms to beyond 1600.
TravelTalk Pt 2 - Holiday Inn 60 years and regional expansion
Audio: Travel Talk looks at the 60th Anniversary of Holiday Inn with Phil Blizzard talking to Spence Wilson about some of the innovations which they introduced into the hospitality industry - from technology to the first use of credit cards. Pascal Gauvin, COO, India, MEA provides an overview of the regional presence of Holiday Inn and their expansion plans.
TravelTalk Pt 1 - Dreamliner in Doha, Emirates profits and Holiday Inn 60 years
Audio: Travel Talk looks at the 60th Anniversary of Holiday Inn with Phil Blizzard talking to Spence Wilson, son of the founder, and also Pascal Gauvin, COO, India, MEA on regional developments. Travel News includes profits announced by Emirates Airline and Air Arabia, the arrival Qatar Airways Dreamliner and the opening in Dubai of the world's tallest hotel. Plus news on Dubai openings for The Conrad and Fairmont Palm Jumeirah.
UAE spearheading surge in Middle East online travel sales
Audio: On-line travel spend in the UAE during 2011 reach $4.7bn and is expected to double by the end of 2014, according to research released by Travelport, with Middle East on-sales to top $15.8bn. Phil Blizzard talks Rabih Saab, President & MD, Travelport, MEA about the key factors driving this growth, how on-lines will impact off-line travel agencies and the technology available to make access to data, both on-line and off-line, more streamlined.
TravelTalk Pt 2 - Jumeirah at Etihad Towers and the MICE sector
Audio: Travel Talk comes from the landmark Jumeirah at Etihad Towers hotel, Abu Dhabi where Phil Blizzard talks to the general manager Doris Greif about the latest travel trends and the importance of the MICE market to both the hotel and the UAE hospitality sector.
Emirates and Etihad cancel flights to New York due to Hurricane Sandy
Audio: Emirates and Etihad Airways have both cancelled flights in and out of New York as the Eastern Seaboard of the USA braces itself for the arrival of Hurricane Sandy. Phil Blizzard looks at the flights cancelled by Gulf carriers and points travellers in the direction to get updates on the operations of UAE airlines. Global estimates suggest that 6000 flights have been axed due to the imminent arrival of the 'super storm'.
TravelTalk Pt 1 - Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Qatar Airways and Emirates A380
Audio: Travel Talk comes from the UAE capital and the landmark Jumeirah at Etihad Towers hotel where Phil Blizzard talks to the general manager Doris Greif about its first year of operation. In the Travel News segment we look at Qatar Airways and the arrival of their first Boeing Dreamliner, the alliance with First World and their 7* Michelin chefs. There is also news on the Emirates A380s and India's Kingfisher airline.
JA Resorts to open new properties in Dubai and Seychelles
Audio: In part two of Executive Views David Thompson, COO, JA Resorts talks to Phil Blizzard about their post branding developments which will include the opening of their first overseas resort, in the Seychelles, as well as a four storey hotel in JBR, Dubai.
Jebel Ali International Hotels rebrand after 30 years
Audio: The Jebel Ali International Hotels have undergone a rebranding process which will see a new image for the locally owned, Dubai based, company which has a 30 year heritage in hospitality. Talking to Phil Blizzard, David Thompson, COO of the new JA Resorts & Hotels explains, in part 1, the strategy behind the new brand, it's image and what it will mean to their guests.
Oryx Rotana, Doha quests linked to Qatar Airways route expansion
Audio: The Qatar Airways owned Oryx Rotana hotel in Doha is now two years old and is the transit hotel for the airlines business and first class passengers. In this edition of Travel Talk Phil Blizzard meets Kevork Deldelian, GM, Oryx Rotana who talks about their quest profile which is now 90% corporate travellers, the changes in travel trends and the importance of the MICE market. He also the benefits of their check-in service which is available on arrival at Doha International Airport.
'We have problems with the Dreamliner' says CEO, Qatar Airways
Audio: The long awaited arrival of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner to a Middle East carrier has been delayed due to "problems, both technical and quality of the cabin" says Akbar al Baker, CEO, Qatar Airways. Talking to Phil Blizzard, in Qatar, the CEO outlines those problems and the processes which will, eventually, see Qatar Airways become the first carrier in the region to receive the Dreamliner.
TravelTalk - Anantara opens in Abu Dhabi, new routes for Emirates and Sir Baniyas Island flights
Audio: TravelTalk with Phil Blizzard at the new Anantara Abu Dhabi Mangrove Resort starts with a round-up of regional news which includes new routes for Emirates, the opening of the Jumeirah Creekside Hotel in Dubai, along with record breaking results for both Air Arabia and Dubai Airports. TravelTalk also looks at Rotana Jets and their domestic air service to Sir Baniyas Island.
Dubai Airports and Air Arabia both break records in H1 2012
Audio: Emirates are to recommence flights to Libya and in the second half of 2012 launch flights to Phuket, Washington DC as well as further destinations in Australia and France. Phil Blizzard provides a round-up of aviation news from across the region which includes record breaking figures for both Dubai Airports and Air Arabia, along with Qatar Airways, CEO, Ahmed Al Baker talking about their debut Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
Art and Lifestyle theme for Jumeirah Creekside Hotel pt 2
Audio: The latest hotel managed by the Jumeirah Group has opened overlooking Dubai Creek and is one of the first hotels to offer, across all rooms, a 24hr check-in service. The hotel is the first to be owned by Dubai Duty Free and Phil Blizzard continues his tour by joining the General Manager Klaus Assmann up on the pool deck, starting with the arrival of Cuba in Dubai.
