Arabian Travel Market News
Guy Hutchinson, chief operating officer, Rotana Hotels & Resorts
Breaking Travel News speaks to Guy Hutchinson, chief operating officer with Rotana Hotels & Resorts, about its expansion plans in the Middle East and wider world. Also on the agenda at Arabian Travel Market is the recent recognition of the company as the Middle East’s Leading Hotel Brand by the World Travel Awards.
ATM 2018: Deputy ruler of Dubai opens 25th anniversary event
Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, deputy ruler of Dubai, has officially inaugurated Arabian Travel Market 2018. The event is marking its 25th anniversary this year.
Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, divisional senior vice president, commercial operations, Emirates
Breaking Travel News speaks to Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, divisional senior vice president, commercial operations at Emirates as the airline continues to rebound from a challenging period in the Middle East. Speaking to Phil Blizzard at Arabian Travel Market, he tells us about how the sector is set for 2018.
Michael Nugent, regional director, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts
With Mövenpick celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, regional director Michael Nugent here tells Breaking Travel News how the company is celebrating the event. Having also recently been recognised for its green credentials, he tells us how important sustainability is for the future of the hospitality sector.
Con Korfiatis, chief executive, flyadeal
Launching just seven months ago, Con Korfiatis, chief executive with flyadeal explains how the Saudi-based low-cost airline plans to expand from domestic to international operations this year. With an order of up to 50 narrow-body planes on the horizon, it is an exciting time for aviation in the region.
Michael Marshall, chief commercial officer, Minor Hotels
Breaking Travel News chats with Michael Marshall, chief commercial officer, Minor Hotels as the Thai-based group signs for its third Avani property in Dubai. With new hotels also opening in Tunisia and Lebanon there is plenty to discuss at Arabian Travel Market 2018.
ATM 2018: Sun Aqua unveils Sun Aqua Iru Veli, Maldives
Sun Aqua is launching the third property in their portfolio; Sun Aqua Iru Veli, an exclusive resort on the island of Aluvifushi, a private island for guests only in the heart of the South Nilandhe Atoll.
ATM 2018: Time Hotels reveals plans for six new properties
Time Hotels has announced plans to open six new properties across the Middle East by the end of 2020.
ATM 2018: Emaar reveals Rove property for Al Marjan, Ras al Khaimah
Rove Hotels has announced its expansion to Ras Al Khaimah, with the first Rove hotel in the emirate in Al Marjan Island.
ATM 2018: Saudia to showcase rapid transformation in Dubai
Also on display will be a ‘smart model’ experience, which provides a 3D interactive tour through the brand-new Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport.
ATM 2018: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to open in July
Destination developer Miral has announced that the Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi indoor theme park will open its doors to the public on July 25th.
ATM 2018: Quarter century of Middle Eastern hospitality celebrated in Dubai
Now in its 25th year, the 2018 edition will welcome over 2,500 exhibiting companies and an expected 40,000 visitors, with over 150 countries represented, 65 national pavilions, and more than 100 new exhibitors set to make their ATM debut.