Travel and Tourism

A right royal holiday
The Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi's newest hotel and conference centre, has attracted guests worldwide since its opening in March 2005. The hyper-luxury property has already been nominated for three awards in the World Travel Awards 2005.
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United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, May 04 - 2005 at 09:32

Hotel investment networking
The recent Arabian Hotel Investment Conference has been an important opportunity for the industry to network and study the strong growth in the region, according to Serge Zaalof, Resort General Manager at the Madinat Jumeirah, Jumeirah International's latest property. JI is a nominee for Leading Hotel Brand in the 2005 World Travel Awards.
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United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, May 03 - 2005 at 15:46

ME hotel demand outstrips supply
Demand is still strongly outstripping supply in the Middle East hotel market, according to Russel Sharpe, Senior VP Sales & Marketing, Le Meridien. Le Meriden won the Middle East's Leading Hotel Group in the World Travel Awards 2004, which Sharpe says is significant as a vote of confidence by travel agents worldwide.
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United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, May 03 - 2005 at 05:48

Abu Dhabi tourism strategy
With sun, sea, sand and several spectacular new hotels, Abu Dhabi is hoping to attract more tourists to experience its city and desert. Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Chairman, ADTB, says the government is strengthening partnerships with hotel chains, travel companies and airlines.
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United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, April 19 - 2005 at 09:17

UAE-Thailand ties strong
Tourism and trade remain strong between Thailand and the UAE, with 60,000 tourists visiting Thailand every year, according to Apichit Asatthawasi, the Thai Consul-General in Dubai. The Dusit hotel in Dubai is holding a month-long celebration of Songkran, the Thai new year, with dancers, musicians and fruit-carvers flown over from Thailand.
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United Arab Emirates: Sunday, April 17 - 2005 at 09:25

Falcon flies through fuel hikes
Gulf Air's three year plan is still on track, despite the severe setback of soaring oil prices. James Hogan, CEO & President, Gulf Air, says if fuel prices don't at least stabilise, it will place the airline under considerable pressure. But investment continues, with refurbished craft and new partnerships with other airlines.
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United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, April 13 - 2005 at 12:03

Dnata best of British
Dubai-based Dnata is showcasing Britain as destination of the month at its travel centre, offering English-style afternoon tea, Scottish bagpipers and Beefeater guards. Rashid Al Noori, Senior Vice President, Dnata, says the UK has a lot to offer Middle Eastern visitors.
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United Arab Emirates: Thursday, April 07 - 2005 at 08:58

UAE-UK trade strong
Trade and tourism continue to enjoy strong growth between the UAE and the UK, despite increased competition from other markets. John Hawkins, British Consul General, Dubai, says the Embassy tries as far as possible to make same-day decisions on visas for travel to Britain.
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United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, April 06 - 2005 at 09:40