Travel and Tourism
- The news you choose »
- Login to Add to Watchlist
Lost in Space
What is it really leaving planet Earth for Outer Space? And how do you take a shower on the Mir space station? Nasa Space Shuttle Commander Robert "Hoot" Gibson reveals the secrets of the Final Frontier.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Elite way to travel
Private jets are more about flexibility and even economy than luxury air travel. Paras Dhamecha, CEO of Elite Jets, looks at why market demand is growing.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Abu Dhabi vs Dubai
Ian Ferguson-Brown, Head of Communications, Etihad discusses golf sponsorship, passenger increases, and why he prefers Abu Dhabi's tourism strategy to Dubai.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Delights of Abu Dhabi
Why would anyone want to holiday in Abu Dhabi? Plenty of reasons, according to Mubarak Al Muhairi, DG, Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority. Al Muhairi looks at the UAE capital's many natural islands, as well as the cultural impact of the planned Guggenheim museum.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
MICE goes midmarket
Business travellers are increasingly looking for more budget options on overseas trips, according to research carried out by Wafi Group. Wafi, usually known as a high-end luxury brand, recently opened a mid-market business hotel in Dubai, the Arabian Park hotel. General manager Mark Lee explains the strategy.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Hotel differentiation critical
Differentiation is critical in the hotel sector, according to Allan Edgar, VP Marketing, Hyatt. Hyatt aims to have 20-25 properties througout the Middle East. Edgar predicts continued strong demand, despite the numerous hotels opening in the region.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Falcon fights on
The past year has not been an easy one for Gulf Air, with increased competition, skyrocketing fuel prices and Abu Dhabi pulling out of the airline. President James Hogan says the airline will focus on its strong regional rather than international presence, and continue to upgrade its fleet and improve efficiency.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Need for quality property
Quality and location are becoming more critical in the regional property market, as it matures, according to Kit James, Sales Director, IFA Hotels & Resorts. Buyers are increasingly discerning, and as the market becomes more saturated, those buying in prime locations will be safest.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Comfort capsules
A ten-metre-square, windowless hotel room doesn't initially sound a very appealing accommodation option. But add luxury fittings, flat-screen TV and wifi, prime city locations and a price tag of less than $100, and business executives will come flocking, according to Simon Woodroffe, Chairman, YOTEL.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Tranquility of Liwa
Liwa is one of the largest oases in the Arabian peninsula, famous for the huge, red sand dunes that surround it. Mel Barisic, Hotel Manager, Liwa Hotel explains why the "gateway to the Empty Quarter" is becoming increasingly popular with tourists.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Need for speed
Hotel reservation centres spend around 48 hours processing bookings, according to research by Emirates Airlines. Emirates is trying to speed up the process with an internet-based accommodation exchange, called Daex. Simon Lewis, Manager eVentures, explains how it works.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
A bouncy castle in space
NASA space nappies, freeze dried food and ultraviolet showers: just some of the delights awaiting the intergalactic tourists of the future. Will Whitehorn, President, Virgin Galactic, considers the less-than-five-star physical reality of space holidays.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Starry-eyed traveller
Artist and astronomer Namira Salim plans to be the first UAE resident to fly into space with Virgin Galactic. Salim explains why the $200,000 trip will be worth it, and the new perspectives that tourist-astronauts will gain.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Business: the space frontier
Space tourism is more than a gimmick, with the potential to become a lucrative industry, according to Stephen Attenborough, Commercial Director, Virgin Galactic. Attenborough says many investors have already expressed interest in orbital flight, the next stage of the venture.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
Driving prices down to earth
Increased competition will help drive air ticket prices down, according to Virgin Atlantic Chairman Sir Richard Branson, whose airline made its first landing in Dubai this week. Sir Richard says that being the launch customer of a new aircraft is hard work, and revealed one of the "not pretty" toilet-related teething problems that Virgin suffered.
Log in to watch video (free registration)
