https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/jebel ali/ Jebel Ali News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:46:04+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-resorts-hotels-opens-ja-manafaru-in-maldives/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-resorts-hotels-opens-ja-manafaru-in-maldives/ JA Resorts & Hotels, UAE-based hospitality group is thrilled to announce big changes at their spectacular island resort in the Maldives. JA Manafaru, will shortly complete the re-branding and soft refurbishments of their luxury resort with improvements also being made to enhance the guest experience and comfort. Mon, 15 Sep 2014 14:34:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-fredrik-reinisch-regional-general-manager-ja/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-fredrik-reinisch-regional-general-manager-ja/ Phil Blizzard talks to Fredrik Reinisch, regional general manager for the Dubai-based JA Resorts & Hotels about the practical aspects of managing their ever expanding portfolio of properties, including the new Enchanted Island Resort in the Seychelles. Mon, 28 Apr 2014 09:05:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/travel-talk-fredrik-reinisch-regional-general-manager-ja-resorts-hotels-int/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/travel-talk-fredrik-reinisch-regional-general-manager-ja-resorts-hotels-int/ Phil Blizzard talks here to Fredrik Reinisch who is the regional general manager for the Dubai based JA Resorts & Hotels about the practical aspects of managing their ever expanding portfolio of properties, including new ones in the Seychelles and the Maldives. He talks about the challenges faced, including managing properties which are several thousands of miles apart and how he feels about being part of the team which is starting the group’s international expansion. Wed, 23 Apr 2014 10:25:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-david-thomson-chief-operating-officer-ja-res/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-david-thomson-chief-operating-officer-ja-res/ Phil Blizzard speaks here with David Thomson, chief operating officer, JA Resorts & Hotels about the development of their various properties and how ‘new Dubai’ and beyond is playing an important role in the growth of the group. Mon, 14 Apr 2014 09:23:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/travel-talk-david-thomson-chief-operating-officer-ja-resorts-hotels-dubai-p/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/travel-talk-david-thomson-chief-operating-officer-ja-resorts-hotels-dubai-p/ The evolution of Jebel Ali International Hotels, over a 32 year period, and the rebranding of the group to JA Resorts & Hotels is the focus of this interview with David Thomson, chief operating office with the brand. Talking to Phil Blizzard the interview sets the scene of this Dubai based organisation by looking at the development of their flagship hotel at Jebel Ali and also the mountain retreat in Hatta. The duo move on to discuss how ‘new Dubai’ is playing an important role in the growth of the group. This part concludes with a look at the prospects for the future - in line with Dubai hosting Expo 2020. Fri, 11 Apr 2014 09:58:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/ja-resorts-hotels-brings-ja-manafaru-to-maldives/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/ja-resorts-hotels-brings-ja-manafaru-to-maldives/ JA Resorts & Hotels - the Dubai-based international hospitality company - has announced the acquisition of a high-end all inclusive resort soon to launch in the Maldives. JA Manafaru, located in the Northern Haa Alifu Atoll of the Maldives, will present couples and families a high-end holiday offering all year round - and marks the second international property in the company’s robust longer term global expansion strategy. Wed, 19 Mar 2014 11:20:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-resorts-hotels-makes-leadership-appointments/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-resorts-hotels-makes-leadership-appointments/ UAE-headquartered JA Resorts & Hotels has appointed two experienced international hoteliers to the top roles at its popular Dubai Marina-situated properties, the JA Oasis Beach Tower and JA Ocean View Hotel. Torsten Obermann has been promoted to general manager at the JA Oasis Beach Tower, while Otto Kurzendorfer returns to the UAE, and to JA Resorts & Hotels, to take over the general management reins at the JA Ocean View Hotel. Mon, 07 Oct 2013 09:09:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-resorts-hotels-trains-uk-travel-agents/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-resorts-hotels-trains-uk-travel-agents/ JA Resorts & Hotels has completed the first phase of its new online training programme, which was targeted towards UK tour and travel professionals operating in the UAE leisure market. Following a number of improvements to its individual properties, the initiative was created to ensure its travel trade partners are up to date with the numerous and extensive property upgrades, allowing them to communicate these improvements to their clients in a clear, concise and confident manner. Wed, 18 Sep 2013 11:25:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-rolls-out-summer-incentive-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-rolls-out-summer-incentive-programme/ UAE-headquartered JA Resorts & Hotels is offering travel agents across the GCC a further opportunity to sign up for the company’s high value incentive programme which rewards them for client bookings at a trio of Dubai properties, including the JA Oasis Beach Tower, JA Palm Tree Court and The Residence at JA Palm Tree Court. Sun, 11 Aug 2013 09:13:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-jebel-ali-golf-resort-an-eco-friendly-destination-in-dubai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-jebel-ali-golf-resort-an-eco-friendly-destination-in-dubai/ Green Globe has confirmed certification of the JA Jebel Ali Golf Resort in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Over the past few years this luxury resort has demonstrated leadership and innovation in the fields of operational efficiency and globally responsible practices on multiple levels. Thu, 23 May 2013 11:16:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/torsten-obermann-resident-manager-oasis-beach-tower/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/torsten-obermann-resident-manager-oasis-beach-tower/ Torsten Obermann, resident manager, Oasis Beach Tower, speaks to Breaking Travel News at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:53:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/marc-voller-resident-manager-ocean-view-hotel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/marc-voller-resident-manager-ocean-view-hotel/ Marc Voller, resident manager, Ocean View Hotel, speaks to Breaking Travel News at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:44:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/fredrik-reinisch-general-manager-jebel-ali-golf-resort/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/fredrik-reinisch-general-manager-jebel-ali-golf-resort/ Fredrik Reinisch, general manager, Jebel Ali Golf Resort, speaks to Breaking Travel News at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa. Sat, 11 May 2013 06:35:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/relax-in-style-with-a-glamorous-stay-at-the-residence-in-dubai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/relax-in-style-with-a-glamorous-stay-at-the-residence-in-dubai/ Guests at the luxury five-star JA Palm Tree Court hotel can now take their holiday to the next level with a relaxing stay at The Residence, a new collection of deluxe villas overlooking the resort’s 800 metre private beach. Sat, 27 Apr 2013 02:00:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/anabela-radosevic-director-of-sales-marketing-ja-resorts-hotels-wtm-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/anabela-radosevic-director-of-sales-marketing-ja-resorts-hotels-wtm-2012/ Anabela Radosevic talks to Breaking Travel News at World Travel Market 2012 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 15:13:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-resorts-hotels-reopens-palm-tree-court-following-renovation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ja-resorts-hotels-reopens-palm-tree-court-following-renovation/ JA Resorts & Hotels has announced the re-opening of the award-winning property, Palm Tree Court, one of the two luxurious hotels based at Jebel Ali Golf Resort in Dubai. Palm Tree Court re-opens this October following an extensive upgrade and refurbishment programme which has given the entire resort a face-lift. Tue, 23 Oct 2012 11:33:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/the-btn-interview-david-thomson-chief-operating-officer-ja-resorts-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/the-btn-interview-david-thomson-chief-operating-officer-ja-resorts-hotels/ Following the announcement venerable hotel group Jebel Ali International Hotels would become JA Resorts & Hotels as it seeks to boost its international profile, Breaking Travel News sits down with chief executive David Thomson to see just what the change will mean for the group. Wed, 10 Oct 2012 07:00:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-becomes-ja-resorts-hotels-in-dubai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-becomes-ja-resorts-hotels-in-dubai/ Jebel Ali International Hotels, a Dubai-based, locally-owned company with over 30 years of hospitality experience, have today announced they have undertaken a strategic re-branding process. Jebel Ali International Hotels, a name steeped with tradition, value and well known within the UAE, will make way for the fresher ‘JA Resorts & Hotels’. Mon, 01 Oct 2012 10:14:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-alis-new-mega-terminal-designed-to-receive-next-generation-container/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-alis-new-mega-terminal-designed-to-receive-next-generation-container/ DP World, UAE Region, the region’s premier marine terminal operator, took a major step towards the development of a massive new container terminal at Jebel Ali in Dubai, with the signing of an agreement for the construction of the infrastructure to expand capacity at the flagship port by 4 million TEU ‘twenty-foot equivalent unit’. Sun, 23 Sep 2012 13:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-reveals-new-beachfront-hotel-in-dubai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-reveals-new-beachfront-hotel-in-dubai/ Dubai Jebel Ali International Hotels has revealed details of its new four-star Dubai beach hotel at Arabian Travel Market, with the property scheduled to open for business at the end of the year. The property, which is located on The Walk in the Jumeirah Beach Residence area, has not yet been named. Thu, 03 May 2012 08:43:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-international-hotels-win-at-the-world-travel-awards-middle-east-c/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-international-hotels-win-at-the-world-travel-awards-middle-east-c/ The Jebel Ali International Hotels press team is delighted to announce that Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa, the flagship Dubai beachresort and luxury hotel apartments and the Oasis Beach Tower have collectively won four awards at last night’s Middle East Ceremony of the World Travel Awards. Tue, 01 May 2012 15:01:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/william-harley-flemming-oasis-beach-tower-middle-easts-leading-hotel-apartm/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/william-harley-flemming-oasis-beach-tower-middle-easts-leading-hotel-apartm/ BTN talks to William Harley Flemming, General Manager, Oasis Beach Tower - Middle East’s Leading Hotel Apartments 2012 at this years World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony in Dubai Mon, 30 Apr 2012 07:01:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-golf-resort-spa-to-host-middle-east-classic/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-golf-resort-spa-to-host-middle-east-classic/ Guests have teed off at the finest championship golf course in the Middle East as the World Travel Awards curtain-raiser comes to town. The Middle East Golf Classic welcomed players from across the region to Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa in Dubai, ahead of the WTA Middle East Gala Ceremony this evening. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:31:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-international-unveils-loyalty-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-international-unveils-loyalty-programme/ Jebel Ali International Hotels has launched Hadiya, a dedicated programme that will reward corporate bookers for their loyalty at any of the UAE-based hospitality company’s luxury properties. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-class-cuisine-at-jebel-ali-golf-resort-spa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-class-cuisine-at-jebel-ali-golf-resort-spa/ While Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa has long been recognised as one of the finest destinations in Dubai – with voters at the prestigious World Travel Awards selecting the property as the Middle East’s Leading Golf Resort earlier this year – fewer guests are aware of fine dining options on offer. This, however, is starting to change, with the arrival of top chefs from around the world to ply their trade on one of the two floating restaurants. Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:19:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-to-celebrate-30th-birthday-with-westlife-show/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jebel-ali-to-celebrate-30th-birthday-with-westlife-show/ The most successful group of the decade, Westlife, has announced it will play an exclusive one-off gig in Dubai next month as part of the 30th anniversary celebrations of Jebel Ali International Hotels. The Irish group will light up the stage at the Jebel Ali International Centre of Excellence Sports Complex, adjacent to the five-star family resort on Thursday April 14th to an audience of no fewer than 6,000 loyal fans. Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:52:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/super-luxe-club-set-to-light-up-dubai-beachfront/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/super-luxe-club-set-to-light-up-dubai-beachfront/ Opulent beach club JOYA will open its doors to Dubai’s beautiful people on May 6th, at Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa. Taking place each Friday night until late, the super-luxe beach club will spread its party spirit across land and water. Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:43:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/anabela-radosevic-director-of-sales-marketing-jebel-ali-international-hotel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/anabela-radosevic-director-of-sales-marketing-jebel-ali-international-hotel/ BTN talks to Anabela Radosevic, Director of Sales & Marketing, Jebel Ali International Hotels at ITB Berlin 2011 ITB Berlin 2011 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:36:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/mariaan-valero-director-of-sales-marketing-jebel-ali-international-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/mariaan-valero-director-of-sales-marketing-jebel-ali-international-hotels/ Thu, 18 Nov 2010 09:48:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/itb-2008-david-thomson-jebel-ali-golf-resort-and-spa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/itb-2008-david-thomson-jebel-ali-golf-resort-and-spa/ Jebel Ali resort focused on expansion David Thomson, General Manager, Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa explains why extending the resort is a natural progression. Interviewed at ITB 2008 for BTN. Sun, 09 Mar 2008 11:17:01 +0000