Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 29 October, 2015 3:30 am

SHANGRI-LA LAUNCHES GLOBAL SALES TOOL OF THE FUTURE

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts today announced the first-ever integration of virtual reality (VR) experiences into worldwide hotel sales efforts. The group has rolled out Samsung Gear VR headsets across all Global Sales Offices and produced immersive 360-degree videos for over a quarter of its 94...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 4:37 pm

Frankfurt And Dhaka Lead The Way In Oman Air’s Winter 2015/16 Schedule

A major upgrade to Oman Air’s Frankfurt service, and the introduction of a new service to Dhaka form the centerpiece of the airline’s newly-announced Winter 2015/16 schedule.   Oman Air’s service between Muscat and Frankfurt is now operated using the airline’s...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 4:28 pm

ETIHAD AIRWAYS INTRODUCES PAY@HOME ONLINE PAYMENT OPTION IN UAE

Guests now have access to more choices when making bookings on Etihad Airways’ website following the recent introduction of new online payment services.   The airline’s guests in the UAE can now book flights or ancillary services conveniently using Pay@home’s online...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 3:40 pm

Tantalising New Flavours on Showcase at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort

The capital’s most luxurious beachfront resort is launching a new seasonal menu at its signature restaurant, 55&5th, The Grill.   The tantalising new menu will offer dining aficionados mouthwatering cuts of meat married with the freshest seasonal produce, providing a truly...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 3:30 pm

New VOX Cinemas Steals the Show with Sell Out Success in First Weeks

Majid Al Futtaim’s VOX Cinemas, the dedicated cinema arm of Majid Al Futtaim – the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure group across the Middle East and North Africa – has said it witnessed one of the highest periods for admissions to the new VOX Cinema at Mall of the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 3:22 pm

ATM mirrors regional airline growth with 32% aviation sector increase

Development in the region’s dynamic aviation sector will once again be a major talking point at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2016, as Gulf airlines look to capitalize on their strategic location, connecting East and West.   It has been an extremely strong performance over the last 18...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 8:39 am

Mikado Bakery Now Open In Dubai; Unravels Traditional Japanese Breads and Pastries

ALSA Food Restaurants brings signature bakery concept to the Emirate   ALSA Food Restaurants & Management LLC, based in the UAE and part of the Al Sayegh Group – one of the leading and diversified conglomerates in the country, has announced the opening of the first Mikado...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 2:46 am

Turkish Airlines Announces Results of GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Record Attempt to Build World’s Tallest Sandcastle

Turkish Airlines launched nonstop service from Miami International Airport to Istanbul Atatürk Airport on Oct. 25. To generate excitement for the new service, Turkish Airlines engaged 7-time GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS record holder The Sand Sculpture Company and its owner Ted Siebert to build the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 2:34 am

HOTEL DE LA PAIX, GENEVA TO BECOME A RITZ-CARLTON PARTNER HOTEL IN THE SWISS CAPITAL OF PEACE

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company L.L.C. is proud to announce a signed agreement with the Manz family in Switzerland which will add the Hotel de la Paix in Geneva as a partner hotel as of December 16, 2015. The boutique property sits on the banks of Lake Geneva, (Lac Leman) in...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 27 October, 2015 9:02 am

GCC TOURISTS TAKE LUXURY LIFESTYLE ABROAD

With increasing wealth in the region, GCC tourists are willing to pay more than other holiday-makers on luxury experiences abroad.    A 2014 study by the Travel & Tourism Intelligence Center revealed that GCC outbound expenditure is expected to reach USD100 billion by 2018, up...

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