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Flight and flexibility
- Flexible aircraft are key to the corporate jet market, according to Paras Dhamecha, CEO, Elite Jets. Dhamacha says space, fuel economy and range are currently more critical factors than on-board luxury and advanced in flight technology.
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- United Arab Emirates: Sunday, November 26 - 2006 at 08:33
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.
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- United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, November 15 - 2006 at 12:09
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.
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- United Arab Emirates: Monday, November 13 - 2006 at 08:44
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.
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- United Arab Emirates: Thursday, September 21 - 2006 at 09:29
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.
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- United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, July 12 - 2006 at 10:06
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.
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- United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, June 20 - 2006 at 12:14
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.
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- United Arab Emirates: Monday, May 22 - 2006 at 09:10
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.
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- United Arab Emirates: Sunday, May 14 - 2006 at 10:09
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