Arabian Travel Market News
Tim Cordon, senior vice president, Middle East & Africa, Radisson Hotel Group
Breaking Travel News takes a moment to chat to Tim Cordon, senior vice president for the Middle East and Africa at Radisson Hotel Group, during Arabian Travel Market. He tells us about the company’s plans for the region and Radisson’s expectation that there is still plenty of space for growth in the United Arab Emirates.
Mark Gsellman, vice president, theme parks, Farah Experiences
With Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi and Yas Waterworld all now all fully operational in the United Arab Emirates, Mark Gsellman, vice president of theme parks for Farah Experience, tells Breaking Travel News about his long-term vision for tourism in the destination.
Florian Sengstschmid, chief executive, Azerbaijan Tourism Board
Having recently welcomed an F1 Grand Prix to capital Baku and with the UEFA Cup final just weeks away, Florian Sengstschmid, chief executive officer with the Azerbaijan Tourism Board, is keen to showcase how sports tourism can boost a destination. Speaking at Arabian Travel Market, he also tells Breaking Travel News about plans to grow visitor numbers from key GCC markets.
Cherian Chacko, corporate sales and marketing director, hotels and resorts, Al Khozama
Cherian Chacko, corporate sales and marketing director for hotels and resorts with Saudi Arabia-based Al Khozama, tells Breaking Travel News how the rapidly changing hospitality market in the country benefits private sector investors.
Anthony Ross, chief executive, JA Resorts & Hotels
Having taken over the role of chief executive with JA Resorts & Hotels last year, Anthony Ross here tells Breaking Travel News about his ambitions for this stalwart of the hospitality sector in the Middle East. With a series of renovations taking place at its properties in Dubai, and Expo 2020 just around the corner, the future appears bright for the brand.
Mark Kirby, area general manager, Emaar Hospitality Group
Having recently assumed the role of area general manager with Dubai-based Emaar Hospitality Group, Mark Kirby here tells Breaking Travel News what is on offer at the flagship property from the company, Address Downtown.
Don Strickler, general manager, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
Having hosted the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony, Don Strickler, general manager of Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, tells Breaking Travel News how the event has put the destination on the hospitality map. Having been open for just a few months, he also tells us how the location is being received by guests.
Leander de Wit, general manager, Yas Waterworld
Recognised with the title of Middle East’s Leading Waterpark at the World Travel Awards for the second year in success, Breaking Travel News here asks Leander de Wit, general manager of Yas Waterworld, how it feels to have taken the top title.
Kevork Deldelian, chief operating officer, Millennium Hotels & Resorts
With more than a dozen hotels set to open in the Middle East over the coming year, Kevork Deldelian, chief operating officer of Millennium Hotels & Resorts in the region, here tells Breaking Travel News which markets excite him the most. Having seen Millennium properties recognised with a series of World Travel Awards, he also tells us how the titles will help the company welcome more guests to its hotels.
Timothy Kelly, managing director, Atlantis the Palm
Timothy Kelly, managing director of Atlantis the Palm and Royal Atlantis Resorts & Residences, tells Breaking Travel News how this icon of Middle Eastern hospitality strives to continually improve. Having been recognised with a total of five World Travel Awards, he also tells us how the prestigious trophies further develop the reputation of the hotel.
Anil Gyan, minister of tourism, Mauritius
With the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony set to visit the destination for the first time next month, Anil Gyan, minister of tourism for Mauritius, here tells us about his ambitions for the event. Speaking in Dubai at Arabian Travel Market, he also shares that the people of Mauritius are the secret to its tourism success.
Stefan Fuchs, general manager, Jumeirah Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi
Having scooped two top titles at the World Travel Awards, Stefan Fuchs, general manager of Jumeirah Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi, tells Breaking Travel News how the prestigious honours will further enhance the reputation of the one-of-a-kind hotel.