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Emaar's Address Dubai Mall to open for business
The newest Address in Dubai will soon be open for business at Dubai Mall. In this, the first report on the hotel, Phil Blizzard looks at the business aspects of the latest addition to the portfolio of the Emaar Hospitality Group.
Red line stations to open on Dubai Metro
Phil Blizzard talks with H.E. Matter Al Tayer, Chairman and Executive Director, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), about the 10 stations on the red line which will be ready when services start, how they were selected, the time frame for the remainder and why Jebel Ali station is not included in the initial phase.
Dubai Metro to replace the strain of driving
Phil Blizzard looks at the world's longest fully automated transport system, which is the key component in Dubai's integrated transport network. Once it begins operating the Dubai Metro is expected to relieve traffic on the roads of Dubai.
Sustainability key to higher ROI in the hotel sector
Sustainability is an increasingly important aspect of hotel management and in this report we look at the Six Senses Hideaway, Zighy Bay, Oman. Tara Hammond, Environment Responsibilities Officer talks to Phil Blizzard about their key aspects and says "the ROI is a lot higher than the investment put in".
Gulf airlines offer new routes and enhancements
Despite the economic slowdown major airlines in the Gulf region appear to be riding the storm. Emirates have announced new destinations for the A380 super-jumbo and Qatar Airways are increasing their flights to Europe, whilst Abu Dhabi's fledgling airline Elite Aviation are expanding their network, as Phil Blizzard reports.
Emirates A380 first anniversary - economic slowdown, in-flight showers and new routes pt 2/2
Emirates received their first A380 super jumbo in July 2008 and one year on Phil Blizzard looks at how the global economic slowdown has impacted on the routes flown, he tries out the 1st Class shower spa and looks ahead to the launch of services to Paris and Seoul, plus a one day special to Birmingham, UK.
Emirates A380 first anniversary - New York, London and Hamburg, pt 1/2
Emirates received their first A380 super jumbo in July 2008 at a special ceremony in Hamburg, Germany. One year on Phil Blizzard reflects back on that delivery, the debut flight of the aircraft in the Emirates fleet and how it's flight path has evolved in the first year of service.
Summer Hideaway at Zighy Bay, Oman
Trying to beat the summer heat is a challenge not only for hotel guests, but also hotel operators. In the latest report on the summer downturn Phil Blizard visited the Six Senses Hideaway, Zighy Bay in Oman and spoke with the general manager Rochelle Kilgariff.
TravelWise pt 2 - Indian Ocean Islands of Mauritius plus travel tip
TravelWise, presented by Phil Blizzard, with the featured destination of Mauritius looking at what the traveller can expect, not only on the main island, but also on neighbouring Rodriques and concludes this edition with another hot travel tip.
TravelWise pt 1 - Flydubai postpone India, Royal Caribbean to sail from Dubai
TravelWise and the latest travel industry news with Phil Blizzard looking at hotel delays and cancellations, airlines launching new routes and in Travel Talk a look at one of the fastest growing sectors of the industry - cruising, with leaders Royal Caribbean to start sailings out of Dubai.
Flydubai one month old and growing
Dubai's first low cost carrier, Flydubai, is just one month old and is rapidly adding new routes to its network and new aircraft into its fleet. Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai talks to Phil Blizzard about the progress to date and what can be expected over the new few months.
Name your price for luxury at Dubai's Monarch Hotel
On-line bidding for suites, hotel rooms, spa treatments and even dining experiences at No 1 Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai is the innovative way the Monarch, Dubai, aims to tackle the summer downturn. Phil Blizzard looks at what is on offer and makes a bid for the Dhs49,000 per night Monarch Suite.
InterCon Dubai Festival City faces summer challenge
We look at the InterContinental Hotel Dubai Festival City and how it aims to beat the summer heat. Hotel occupancy across the region traditionally drops as high temperatures keep visitors away and this year, with the economic downturn, the challenge is even greater, reports Phil Blizzard.
Flydubai announce a trio of Indian routes
Despite the aviation industry being hit by the global downturn, Dubai's low cost carrier, Flydubai has announced it will be flying to India on a trio of routes. Phil Blizzard looks at the service being offered by Flydubai to Lucknow, Coimbatore and Chandigarh.
Cove Rotana Resort, RAK - beating the heat
Hotel occupancy across the region drops as high temperatures keep visitors away and this year the challenge is even greater. In a mini-series we look at several hotels to see how they aim to beat the summer heat, starting with the brand new Cove Rotana Resort, Ras al Khaimah.
