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Indaba 2011 preview: Phantom Forest Eco Reserve
The Phantom Forest Eco Reserve, on the southern Cape coast of South Africa, lies at the heart of the magnificent Garden Route. It possesses a very special magic, with endless views, shared only with an abundance of wildlife. BTN speaks to Managing Director, Kit Stewart, about why it was voted “Africa’s Leading Green Hotel” at the World Travel Awards.
Thai Villa Getaways Upgrade Ban Taling Ngam Five Villa Suite on Koh Samui
Overlooking the spectacular islands of the Angthong Marine Park, and designed to maximise the enjoyment of the beautiful natural environment, the Villas have breathtaking seaviews and sweeping vistas over the white sands of Baan Taling Ngam.
Destination spotlight: Dubai’s magic returns
Dubai is enjoying a sustained recovery, with visitor arrivals surging 17 percent over the past 12 months. With ATM underway BTN looks at some of the major players driving the region to new heights.
Optimism despite unrest characterises AHIC 2011
More than 500 industry leading delegates have been gathering at the Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai for the seventh Arabian Hotel Investment Conference.
AHIC Preview: Ed Fuller, Marriott
With Arabian Hotel Investment Conference – the premier hospitality event in the Middle East – now just days away, Breaking Travel News sat down with Ed Fuller, managing director for international lodging, Marriott International, to discuss what delegates can expect.
ATM preview: Le Royal Hotel Beirut
On the eve of Arabian Travel Market, BTN spoke to Joyce Mouawad, Head of Sales & Marketing Director, Le Royal Hotels & Resorts – Beirut, about Lebanon’s renaissance as the French Riviera of the Middle East.
Inside the hotel where Kate Middleton spent last night before the Royal Wedding
Kate Middleton today moves into Royal Apartment of the Goring Hotel in London’s Belgravia, where she will spend her last night as a commoner. BTN takes a peak inside the room which has just undergone a £150,000 makeover ahead of the big day.
AHIC preview: Kurt Ritter, President & CEO, Rezidor Hotels
Kurt Ritter has been President & CEO of The Rezidor Hotel Group for more than 20 years, making him the longest serving CEO in hospitality worldwide. On the eve of AHIC 2011, BTN asks his take on hospitality in the Middle East and where he see the opportunities for growth.
BTN spotlight: Mubarak Hamad Al Muhairi, ADTA Director General
His Excellency Mubarak Hamad Al Muhairi is the Director General of the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority. BTN spoke to him on the eve of the most important week in the Arabian tourism calendar, with ATM, AHIC and the World Travel Awards 2011 Middle East Ceremony set to take place.
ATM preview: The Meydan, Dubai
The Meydan is Dubai’s new sporting and business hub, and the home of Dubai World Cup, the world’s richest and most glamorous horse race. In the build up to Arabian Travel Market, BTN caught up with Craig Senior, Regional Director of Sales & Marketing, Meydan Hotels & Hospitality.
Puerto Rico: Rediscovered gem of the Caribbean
Nestled just a few miles south of the American mainland, Puerto Rico is an established cruise destination. But with European visitors now being targeted with an expanded offering, Breaking Travel News called in to check out the latest developments in this rapidly developing Caribbean destination.
ANA helps with Japan’s recovery
As Japan begins rebuilding after the devastating earthquake and tsunami of 11 March, All Nipon Airways is playing a key role in operating relief flights. BTN talks to Katsuji Kitazawa, ANA’s Head of UK Sales, about the current situation.