Azerbaijan News
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.
Florian Sengstschmid and Fidan Aliyeva, Azerbaijan Tourist Board
Florian Sengstschmid, chief executive, and Fidan Aliyeva, brand and marketing director, Azerbaijan Tourist Board, speak to Breaking Travel News during World Travel Market in London. As the destination reveals its new ‘Take another look’ brand campaign, we find out how the country hopes to develop its tourism sector in the coming years.
Nijat Aliyev, chief operation officer, Gilan Hospitality
Nijat Aliyev, chief operation officer with Azerbaijan-based Gilan Hospitality, tells Breaking Travel News how the company is capitalising on the rapidly developing tourism sector in the country.
WTM 2018: Azerbaijan urges travellers to take another look
The Azerbaijan Tourism Board has launched its ‘Take another look’ marketing campaign as part of its strategy to present a new portrait of the country, enhance its destination value and double the current in-bound tourism by 2023.
Etihad Airways launches first flights to Baku, Azerbaijan
Etihad Airways has launched the first ever scheduled flights linking Abu Dhabi and Baku. The inaugural flight, EY297, departed Abu Dhabi carrying a special delegation including diplomats, dignitaries, media representatives, and senior members of Etihad Airways’ management team.
Dubai Airshow 2017: Azerbaijan Airlines places new Dreamliner order with Boeing
Boeing and Azerbaijan Airlines have announced an order for five more 787-8 Dreamliners and a commitment to purchase two large freighters. The agreement, announced at the 2017 Dubai Air Show, is valued at about $1.9 billion at current list prices.
Etihad to launch flights to Baku, Azerbaijan, in spring 2018
Etihad Airways has announced plans to launch scheduled flights between Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, and Baku, the capital city of the Republic of Azerbaijan, effective March 2018. The new route is being introduced to capitalise on the strong and growing demand for flights between the United Arab Emirates and Azerbaijan.
Boeing delivers first CIS Dreamliner to Azerbaijan Airlines
Boeing and Azerbaijan Airlines today announced the delivery of the airline’s first 787 Dreamliner. With this delivery, Azerbaijan Airlines becomes the first airline in the Commonwealth of Independent States to operate the 787. The airplane will play a key role in the Baku-based airline’s strategic plan to expand its long-haul fleet.
Kempinski goes to Azerbaijan
With the official opening planned for September 2011, Kempinski Hotel Badamdar Baku is part of a complex boasting extensive conference and banqueting facilities, a massive entertainment and retail centre, serviced apartments, offices and a unique Spa and wellness centre.
Interest in Azerbaijan up by a whopping 4,662% following their Eurovision success
For those cynics who refuse to take the Eurovision Song Contest seriously, there’s no denying the dramatic effect it can have on the winning nation. Like the song or not, interest in Azerbaijan spiked by over 4,000% on TripAdvisor* following their win on Saturday night.