Maria Platz, Munich

TravelWise pt 2 - Munich to Salzburg and iPhone Travel Tip

The Bavarian capital, Munich, is one of the most popular summer destinations for Arab travellers from the GCC. Phil Blizzard looks at what this German city has to offer and concludes this edition of TravelWise with a tip on how to reduce your iPhone bills when travelling.
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Germany: Thursday, August 26 - 2010 at 10:14
Phil Blizzard talking to Guus Bakker, COO, Fraser Hospitality, EMEA,

Frasers Hospitality expansion plans in the GCC

Singapore based Frasers Hospitality are increasing their operations in the Middle East with their luxury five star serviced apartments. Phil Blizzard, in part two of this interview, talks to Guus Bakker, COO, Frasers Hospitality, EMEA, on their expansion plans in the region, Asia and Europe.
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United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, August 25 - 2010 at 12:34

Travelwise Pt 1 -A visit to Munich, Emirates Airlines new destinations and Dnata's travel packages this summer.

Travelwise Part 1 takes you to the third largest city in Germany, Munich, famous for its impressive architecture, landscapes and delectable cuisines. In the programme, Phil Blizzard also looks into the expansion of regional airlines, their latest aircraft and new routes. In Travel Talk, we take a peek at the travel packages offered this season.
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United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, August 18 - 2010 at 09:50

Frasers Hospitality opens Dubai property

The first five star Fraser Suites serviced apartment has opened in Dubai targeting business and leisure travellers. Phil Blizzard talks to Guus Bakker, COO, Frasers Hospitality, EMEA, on what they offer to make them different in this somewhat crowded hospitality sector.
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United Arab Emirates: Sunday, August 15 - 2010 at 15:06

TravelWise pt 2 - Philippines and travel documents backup

The award winning Philippines form the featured travel destination in this edition of TravelWise. Phil Blizzard looks at what the nation of islands has to offer and concludes this edition with another hot travel tip - this time how to back-up those important travel documents.
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United Arab Emirates: Monday, July 19 - 2010 at 23:37

TravelWise pt 1 - Maktoum International Airport, Green Travel Awards and Qatar Airways flies to South America

TravelWise with Phil Blizzard at Amwaj Rotana Dubai looking at the latest travel news which includes the opening of Dubai's second airport, new routes for Gulf carriers and the Green Tourism Awards, Dubai. In Travel Talk we look at the state of the industry from a wholesale perspective with Destinations of the World.
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United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, July 13 - 2010 at 17:27
H.E. Khalid Ahmed Bin Sulayem honours Park Hyatt hotel which took first place

Park Hyatt wins top Dubai Green Tourism Award

The debut Dubai Tourism Awards saw top honours going to the Park Hyatt for their achievements. Majid Al Marri, Director, Hotel Classification, DTCM and the Awards Committee Vice President talks to Phil Blizzard about their drive for green tourism and the significance of the awards to both hotels and travellers to Dubai.
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United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, June 30 - 2010 at 16:49
Armani Hotel, Dubai - Burj Khalifa

Armani Hotel, Dubai occupancy soars to 85%

Now into its second month of operation the world's first Armani Hotel has seen suite occupancy reach 85%, says a delighted Marc Dardenne, CEO, Emaar Hospitality Group and Emaar Hotels & Resorts. He talks to Phil Blizzard about the allure of this prime piece of hospitality real estate in Downtown Burj Khalifa and also what is available for the business professional, including the Armani Club.
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United Arab Emirates: Monday, June 21 - 2010 at 10:01

TravelWise pt 2 - Fiji and access to airport lounges

Paradise islands in the South Pacific Seas form the featured travel destination in this edition of TravelWise. Phil Blizzard looks at what Fiji has to offer and concludes this edition with another hot travel tip - this time 'how to access airport lounges without having to fly Business Class'.
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United Arab Emirates: Monday, June 07 - 2010 at 09:25
Bella Italy, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

A first look inside Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Mystery surrounds what is under the gigantic red roof of the world's first Ferrari World theme park - and the biggest indoor park anywhere - and in this, our first report from inside, we reveal what one of its many attractions will offer. From a reduced scale Ferrari 250 California Spider Phil Blizzard talks to Claus Frimand, GM, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, about the theme park and the Bella Italy attraction.
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United Arab Emirates: Sunday, June 06 - 2010 at 13:39

TravelWise pt 1 - World Travel Awards, Armani Hotel, and new routes for Gulf carriers

TravelWise with Phil Blizzard at Madinat Jumeirah looking at the latest travel news which includes new routes for Gulf carriers, the World Travel Awards and the Armani Hotel Dubai. In Travel Talk veteran hospitality expert Mike Scully makes a call to the international brands to contribute to the local economy.
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United Arab Emirates: Sunday, May 30 - 2010 at 10:51
Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi

The award winning Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi

At the World Travel Awards, Middle East the Park Rotana won the accolade of being Abu Dhabi's Leading Business Hotel. Phil Blizzard takes a look at what the hotel offers its quests by talking with Ashraf El Giessey, Executive Assistant Manager, Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi.
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United Arab Emirates: Monday, May 24 - 2010 at 10:27

Seychelles rebrand with The Best Five campaign

The Seychelles are aiming to increase the number of visitors from the Middle East with a new branding campaign. Phil Blizzard talks to Alain St. Ange, Director of Tourism - Marketing, Seychelles Tourism Board who explains what makes up The Best Five.
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United Arab Emirates: Monday, May 17 - 2010 at 08:48

Large growth in tourism for Jordan

The first quarter of 2010 produced a 26% growth in tourist numbers, generating a revenue growth of 39%. Maha Khatib, Minister of Tourism & Antiquities, Jordan talks to Phil Blizzard about the factors producing these figures and how the marketing of Jordan Tourism is changing the perception about this historical destination.
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United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, May 11 - 2010 at 10:14
Award winning Etihad at the World Travel Awards, Dubai

Peter Baumgartner, Chief Commercial Officer, Etihad

In this World Travel Awards, Middle East, mini-view Peter Baumgartner, Chief Commercial Officer, Etihad talks about the six awards they won, their new inflight products and dismisses claims on paid accolades.
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United Arab Emirates: Monday, May 10 - 2010 at 14:25