Abu Dhabi News
August sees 14 passenger growth at Abu Dhabi International Airport
Abu Dhabi Airports Company today released the traffic report for Abu Dhabi International Airport for the month of August 2011, recording a robust 14% growth over last year’s figures with passenger traffic reaching 1.09 million.
National Investor ploughs US$50m into Abu Dhabi hotel venture
The National Investor has confirmed it will invest US$50 million into the Mafraq Hotel in Abu Dhabi, expanding the property from 121 to 250 rooms. TNI also said the hotel will be rebranded and managed in house, a first for the group.
Under New Management: Viceroy prepares to take over at Yas Hotel
Viceroy Hotel Group has been selected by Aldar properties to take over the operation of the iconic Yas Hotel in Abu Dhabi, marking the first foray in the region for the American-based group. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at what the decision might mean for what is already considered one of the finest hotels in the Middle East.
Abu Dhabi to host Middle East’s definitive Security & Resilience event in 2012
Abu Dhabi is gearing up to host the 2012 International Security National Resilience (ISNR) Exhibition & Conference at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) early next year.
TDIC to delay roll-out of Saadiyat hotels
The developer of Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, is to push back construction of several planned hotels in an effort to make the multibillion-dollar project commercially viable, according to the company’s chief executive.
Abu Dhabi occupancy climbs
Abu Dhabi, recently named ‘World’s Leading Tourist Board’. received 175,309 guests at its hotels and hotel apartments in February – a rise of 17% compared to the same month in 2010, according to figures just released by Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA).
Queen arrives in Abu Dhabi to boost UK presence
The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh have begun a five day visit to the Gulf as part of a concerted attempt to boost British presence in the region. Landing in Abu Dhabi late last night, The Queen was greeted by Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and several UAE ministers.
Abu Dhabi to stage Volvo Ocean Race
Abu Dhabi has the proven capabilities to stage a world-class stopover when the Volvo Ocean Race arrives at its shores on January 1st 2012, according to the CEO of the ultimate round-the-world yachting event.
Abu Dhabi set to boost luxury offering
A host of upmarket hotel openings next year will help cement the reputation of Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Island as a world-class tourist destination. Simon Venison, director of operations at Tourism Development and Investment Company, outlined the scale of the developments during World Travel Market, the premier global event for the travel industry.
Middle East Tunnel Megaprojects to be Discussed in Abu Dhabi
Governments across the MENA region are still continuing to invest in infrastructure megaprojects, which are designed to meet the requirements of their increasing populations.
Abu Dhabi Signs three-year deal as World Travel Market’s Premier Partners
Abu Dhabi has signed a three-year deal to be the Premier Partner of World Travel Market, the premier global event for the travel industry, up to and including WTM 2012.