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New chief financial officer for Azizi Developments
Mika Toivola brings with him an extensive background in corporate finance, treasury, financial planning and analysis, investor relations, strategic planning and risk management along with a deep understanding of the real estate and construction sectors.
Breaking Travel News interview: Kai Winkler, general manager, Fairmont the Palm
A luxury beachfront resort with unrivalled views over the Arabian Gulf and glittering Dubai Marina skyline, Fairmont the Palm takes pride of place on the iconic Palm Jumeirah. Here Breaking Travel News chats with Kai Winkler, recently appointed general manager of the hotel, to discover how it will evolve under his leadership
New hotel stock drives visitor figures in Dubai
Dubai welcomed 8.36 million international overnight visitors in the first six months of 2019, posting a positive three per cent in tourism volume growth compared to the same period last year.
Central Hotels launches new corporate booking scheme
Upon registering, each company will be given its own unique corporate code that will be required at the time of booking to avail the special rates and privileges.
Maison Privee takes on luxury Palm Jumeirah villa portfolio
Maison Privee has signed a deal to manage a portfolio of luxury signature villas on Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. The holiday rental provider for the luxury hospitality sector has taken on a range if properties valued at over $100 million.
Winkler appointed general manager at Fairmont the Palm
Kai Winkler has been appointed to the role of general manager with Fairmont the Palm in Dubai. Taking over leadership of the hotel, situated on the iconic Palm Jumeirah, the German national is a seasoned hotelier and brings more than two decades of experience to the role.
First British Airways Airbus A350 prepares for Dubai departure
British Airways’ first A350 aircraft is being put through its paces with extensive service trials ahead of it starting long-haul flying to Dubai on September 2nd. The airline took delivery of its newest aircraft featuring its latest generation business class seat, Club Suite, on July 29th.
TFest headed for Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, in February
TFest, a bold new event concept from Private Luxury Events, is set to bring over 500 of the world’s most influential luxury travel buyers and exhibitors to Nasimi Beach at Atlantis, the Palm.
Rental prices continue to fall in Dubai
Median advertised apartment rents in Dubai were five per cent cheaper in the first half of 2019 compared to the same time last year. According to figures from Property Finder, the current average median annual rent for Dubai apartments is Dh79,650.
Runway repairs see Dubai International passenger numbers slip
The closure of one of DXB’s two runways between April 16th and May 30th for a complete rehabilitation programme reduced the airport’s capacity, contributing to a decline in traffic of 5.6 per cent year-on-year.
Dubai concludes record cruise season
Dubai has concluded its latest cruise season with a record increase of over 51 per cent in cruise tourist footfall and a 38 per cent increase in cruise ship calls season-on-season.
Azizi Developments unveils Dubai retail portfolio
Farhad Azizi, chief executive of Azizi Developments, said: “Retail spaces enhance our communities and are a lucrative investment that our research attributes to growing investor interest in strategically placed brick-and-mortar outlets.”