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Luxurious cruising on the new Cunard liner Queen Elizabeth
The Queen Elizabeth is one of the most modern liners afloat and on her maiden global voyage stopped over in Dubai, providing us with an insight into the Life of Luxury on the high seas. Phil Blizzard boarded Cunard's latest liner to discover, in true 'Luxury Lifestyle', what guests can enjoy on their 'cruise of a lifetime'.Log in to watch video (free registration)Omar Jahameh, CEO, RAK Airways - operating a profitable niche airline
RAK Airways, based in the UAE's northern emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, was re-launched on October 10th 2010 with fares as low as 10 dirhams. Six months on Phil Blizzard talks to Omar Jahameh, CEO, RAK Airways about their expansion, the need of susbsidiary aviation businesses to achieve the goal of being a profitable niche airline and how they are using social networking to drive traffic to the airline.Log in to watch video (free registration)Mercedes-Benz all electric E-Cell
The Mercedes-Benz B Class E-CELL is based on the regular five door A Class, but instead of a petrol engine it has an ultra quiet electric power plant. Phil Blizzard takes the all electric car, which is powerful enough to produce an acceleration of zero to 60kmh in 5.5 seconds, for a drive around Abu Dhabi.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2011 highlights Abu Dhabi property market trends
Despite a slow first day, Cityscape Abu Dhabi showcased the progress of some major projects by big names such as TDIC, Sorouh, Baniyas and Reem Investments. AMEinfo brings you the latest news from the exhibition and gives you an insider look into the Abu Dhabi property market trends, as well as the growing demands of Saudi Arabia, through exclusive talks with real estate analysts.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Travelwise Pt 2 - Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa
Travelwise at Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa with Phil Blizzard features the award-winning beach resort in Dubai that is celebrating its 30th year anniversary. The remarkable lush green gardens, palm-lined private beach, 9-hole golf course and 5-star hotel accommodation overlooking the Arabian Gulf are indeed enticing tourists to stay in this exquisite holiday haven.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Eye tracking consultancy expert widens operation in UAE
UK-based user experience consultancy, User Vision strengthens its operation in UAE. In this interview with Chris Rourke, MD of User Vision, Phil Blizzard looks into the future of website eye tracking following the growth in online brand interaction and e-commerce in the Middle East as well as look at the company's strong working history with Emirates Airlines and Jumeirah Group.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Jones Lang LaSalle foresees long term opportunities in UAE real estate markets
After considerable growth and sky-rocketing rents and property prices in 2008, the Dubai and Abu Dhabi real estate sectors were subject to the world economic crisis shock in 2009 which caused rents and property prices to reverse their upward trajectory and witness steep decline. Jesse Downs, MEA Director of Jones Lang LaSalle talks to AMEinfo about the persisting short term challenges in 2011, but also about the long term opportunities generated by a more customer-friendly environment and the focus on affordable housing across the region.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Superbus to travel on UAE roads
Unveiled at the 59th International Association of Public Transport in Dubai, the Superbus, a high-speed, luxurious and gigantic electric powered automobile which runs at 250kph is now catching the public eye. In this report, Phil Blizzard looks into its innovative features and its potential to be part of the UAE's urban transport landscape.Log in to watch video (free registration)
TravelWise pt 1- Regional travel news and Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa 30th anniversary
Travelwise with Phil Blizzard at the Jebel Ali Hotel Golf Resort and Spa looking at the latest travel news, including the recent route expansion of regional carriers Emirates Airlines to South America, Qatar Airways to Alepo and Flydubai to Egypt and Sudan. In Travel Talk, David Thomson, an expert in the Hotel industry, tells the story behind the 30th Anniversary of Jebel Ali International Hotels.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Selim El Zyr, President and CEO, Rotana - regional expansion continues
Rotana Hotels continue their expansion plans across the Middle East, despite regional unrest and in 2011 will be involved in $800m worth of new properties. Selim El Zyr, President & CEO, Rotana talks to Phil Blizzard about current activities, changing trends and the value of the MICE sector.Log in to watch video (free registration)Apple rounds off the rough edges with impressive iPad 2
Apple's iPad 2 was launched in the USA following much speculation and anticipation about what new features it would have. Peter Ward reviews the successor to its hugely successful tablet device.Log in to watch video (free registration)Fractional ownership offers real estate investment returns
Fractional ownership of luxury properties is seeing steady growth as the expected return on investment from the traditional real estate market hits rock bottom. So, what is the difference between fractional ownership and timeshare schemes, is there a real return on investment and what are the benefits of having your second home on a fractional basis? Phil Blizzard talks to Mike Balfour, Chairman, The Hideaways ClubLog in to watch video (free registration)AME Info video features Landcruiser 60th anniversary, Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa, plus Queen Elizabeth cruise liner
In April AMEinfo Broadcast videos include report a on the 60th anniversary edition Landcruiser Xtreme, Luxury Lifestyle goes on board the Queen Elizabeth, the new liner from Cunard, and TravelWise looks at the Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa which is celebrating its 30th anniversary.Log in to watch video (free registration)IDC - a global explosion of mobile devices
Global ITC trends including the three most significant macro trends are alluded to by Steven Frentzen, Senior VP, EMEA Region & MD CEMA Region, IDC. In conversation with Phil Blizzard he looks at the year ahead with the industry focus being on efficiency, cost saving and control, combined with assessment of the business value of IT. He also talks about the need for enterprises to have in place the architecture to handle the future explosion in mobile devices.Log in to watch video (free registration)60th Anniversary Land Cruiser Xtreme tackles Fossil Rock, UAE
The 60th Anniversary Land Cruiser Xtreme is a result of collaboration with Iceland based Arctic Trucks who prepared a Toyota Hi-Lux to tackle the extreme conditions of the Artic Circle for the BBC Top Gear team. Closer to Dubai Phil Blizzard drives the Land Cruiser across the varying terrain found at Fossil Rock, near Hatta, UAELog in to watch video (free registration)
Egypt Tourism under a dark cloud as arrivals drop 80%
In a frank interview with Phil Blizzard Samy Mahmoud, Undersecretary Head of International Tourism, Egyptian Tourism Authority provides an overview of the current state of the tourism industry which is down by 80% across Cairo, Luxor and Aswan. The Red Sea Resorts have also seen a significant drop in tourists with a decrease of between 30% and 40%. Infrastructure development is being funded by the private financial sector, with significant inward investment for the industry coming from the Gulf countries.Log in to watch video (free registration)Stefan Pichler, CEO, Jazeera Airways - 'no open skies in MENA'
"We need to overcome national sensitivities and develop a real open skies policy" says Stefan Pichler, CEO, Jazeera Airways talking to Phil Blizzard. He outlines the development of the Kuwait based carrier and how they overcame the challenges facing a public listed airline to sustain profitability, in a region with oversupply. He also talks about their business based which is based on low season profits and how their leasing streams generates revenue when demand is low.Log in to watch video (free registration)Bentley Supersports - powerful, luxurious and sustainable
The Bentley Supersports is not only the most powerful car in its range, but the first Bentley to be able to run on bio-fuels. With a price tag of just under Dhs1m Phil Blizzard cautiously took the luxury supercar, with its 12 cylinder 6 litre engine, for an extra special driving experience.Log in to watch video (free registration)Boyz Toyz show Abu Dhabi luxury retail market is booming
From an eco-helicopter to a BMW car adapted as a racing simulator and audio systems costing over EUR300,000 the check-out bill for Phil Blizzard's luxury shopping spree totalled just under Dhs5m! For those with a hankering for a luxury lifestyle the show at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre provided the ultimate playground for those seeking thrill-providing toys, alongside a wide range of uber-luxury items.Log in to watch video (free registration)Blue Coat network optimization for greater efficiency
With cloud computing being the current ITC trend and 'must do' enterprise solution we talk to Nigel Hawthorn, VP, EME Marketing, Blue Coat about how to get the best out of an organisations network. He also offers advice on how to optimize one's network to be efficient in the delivery of data.Log in to watch video (free registration)Jaguar XJ Supercharge offers luxurious drive at Jebel Ali, Dubai
The Jaguar XJ Supercharge is the flagship car for a motoring marque which recently celebrated its 75th Anniversary. Reflecting back on that Phil Blizzard takes this high powered, long wheel base, luxury saloon for a spin at Jebel Ali and discovers the car is equally at home besides the golf course as it alongside the resorts marina.Log in to watch video (free registration)UAE Property Trends 2011 pt 2 - oversupply of office leasing to property/asset management
We continue the 'Top 11 Trends for UAE Real Estate in 2011' with the top 5 being revealed by Craig Plumb, Head of Research and Jesse Downs, Director of Management Consulting, both from Jones Lang LaSalle, MENA. Phil Blizzard also speaks to Blair Hagkull, Chairman, Jones Lang Salle, MENA to summarise the outlook for 2011.Log in to watch video (free registration)UAE Property Trends 2011 pt 1 - from infrastructure to community retail
The 'Top 11 Trends for UAE Real Estate in 2011' are revealed in this edition of Property Report, from research conducted by Jones Lang LaSalle MENA. In this part Phil Blizzard look at the first six trends, in ascending order of importance, with Jones Lang Salle, MENA executives Jesse Downs, Director of Management Consulting and Craig Plumb, Head of Research.Log in to watch video (free registration)
TravelWise pt 2 - Porto Arabia on the Pearl Qatar
TravelWise from on board the Royal Caribbean liner 'Brilliance of the Seas' looks at the growing cruise industry in the Gulf region. The featured destination is Porto Arabia which, located in the heart of the Pearl Qatar, is a fledgling tourist port of call. Phil Blizzard looks at what this French Riviera-styled waterfront, with its Arabian flavour, has to offer.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Oman Air moves from being a regional to an international airline
Philippe Georgiou, Chief Officer, Commercial Affairs, Oman Air talks about how the airline has evolved from a regional to an international carrier serving niche destinations. He also talks to Phil Blizzard about the need to explore strategic alliances and consolidations to sustain profitability and how they see Oman Air providing a luxury in-flight experience.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Last updated: Thursday, December 13 - 2012 at 17:42 UAE local time (GMT+4)





