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Jamaica to make major push for North American MICE travellers
The meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions department at Jamaica Tourist Board is embarking on a new campaign to engage top North American planners. The aim is to present the destination as the ideal Caribbean location for MICE events of all kinds.
Louvre Abu Dhabi to showcase French modernists with new exhibition
Featuring some of the most notable names of the 20th century avant-garde scene, Louvre Abu Dhabi’s upcoming exhibition, Rendezvous in Paris: Picasso, Chagall, Modigliani & Co. (1900-1939), will include more than 80 works.
A-ROSA Kitzbühel undergoes extensive renovation ahead of 2019 World Ski Awards
Following 15 successful years, the five-star A-ROSA Kitzbühel has undergone an extensive renovation and expansion. Encompassing an investment of several million euros, guests to the hotel will now be welcomed to new public areas, new rooms and enhanced suites.
W Dubai – the Palm to host Wake Up Call in October
Designed to reward loyal members of Marriot Bonvoy with insider access to the brand’s long-standing passion for music, the music festival series takes the experience off the fields and onto fabulous hotel grounds.
Azizi Developments brings Palm Jumeirah project to London
Azizi Developments is bridging the east and west with a special roadshow of its flagship projects in Dubai at the London Marriott Hotel Park Lane. The event will take place on August 3rd-4th.
Bench Events signs APO Group partnership to support African hotel sector
Bench Events and APO Group, the media relations consultancy and press release distribution service, have announced a wide-ranging collaboration aimed at boosting investment in the hospitality industry in Africa.
Ras Al Khaimah to host new WTTC forum
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has announced that the emirate will be hosting the World Travel & Tourism Council Middle East & North Africa Leaders Forum 2019 in October.
Flynas welcomes Airbus A380 to fleet as Hajj begins
Flynas has temporarily welcome the Airbus A380 to its fleet as it begins to welcome Hajj pilgrims to Saudi Arabia. The low-cost carrier thus becomes the first airline from the country to fly the largest passenger plane in the world.
Adare Manor to host Ryder Cup 2026
Irish golf is set for an extended spell in the spotlight following Shane Lowry’s Open Championship victory, with the announcement of Adare Manor as host venue for the 2026 Ryder Cup.
Etihad Airways prepares for Hajj season
Etihad Airways will deploy additional flights between Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia to facilitate the movement of thousands of pilgrims during the Hajj season.
Maradiva Villas Resort welcomes Ruffo to Artist in Residence programme
For the fifth edition its Artist in Residence programme, Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa welcomed renowned Italian creator Pietro Ruffo. He offered an invigorating exposition with a fascinating collection of art pieces to pay homage to the history of Mauritius.
Ethiopia prepares for return of Africa Hotel Investment Forum
Prominent figures from Ethiopia’s public and private sectors have spoken out publicly to welcome the return to Addis Ababa of the Africa Hotel Investment Forum.