Dubai Tourism News
ATM 2018: Hyperloop potential examined in Dubai
Innovative Hyperloop connections could reduce travel times between Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport by around 34 minutes at some stage in the future, according to expert panellists speaking on Arabian Travel Market’s Global Stage.
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.
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.
ATM 2018: GCC posited to welcome boom in European travellers
Arrivals from Europe to the GCC will increase 17 per cent over the period 2018 to 2020, driven by extra flights, routes, competitive fares, and the rising number of mid-market hotels throughout the region, according to the latest data published ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2018.
ATM 2018: Smart technology come under spotlight in Dubai
A new approach to loyalty programmes and the growth of smart technology will define the hospitality industry landscape to 2022, according to data released ahead of Arabian Travel Market.
ATM 2018: Luxury spa market set to grow in Dubai
The number of five-star hotel spas in Dubai is on track to increase by a compound annual growth rate of 11 per cent to 2021, according to data released by Colliers International.
AHIC 2018: One&Only launches Urban Resorts in Dubai
Kerzner International has introduced One&Only Urban Resorts. The new brand will be introduced in Dubai’s latest architectural icon, One Za’abeel, a completely original destination with revolutionary design.
Emaar appoints Elnawawy to lead Manzil Downtown, Dubai
Emaar Hospitality Group has appointed Ahmed Elnawawy as general manager for Manzil Downtown, the upscale lifestyle hotel with a contemporary Arabesque design in Downtown Dubai, under the Vida Hotels & Resorts flag.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Waterfront, opens to first guests
Radisson Blu continues its expansion in key global cities of the world, with the latest opening in the United Arab Emirates - Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Waterfront.
Rove Mina Seyahi set for Dubai debut
Rove Hotels, a joint venture between Meraas and Emaar Properties, has announced that it has reached a landmark first hotel management agreement in the UAE. In a deal with Mada’in Properties, the brand will operate Rove Mina Seyahi in the heart of Dubai Marina.
Haidar to lead Address Dubai Marina in Dubai
Emaar Hospitality Group has appointed Riad Abi Haidar as general manager of Address Dubai Marina, a popular urban waterfront destination set in one of the world’s largest waterfront developments. He is mandated with strengthening the strategic positioning of the hotel, delivering creative initiatives, and focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and productivity.
Emaar welcomes Vida Za’abeel to Dubai hospitality portfolio
Emaar Hospitality Group has expanded the portfolio of hotel projects under its upscale lifestyle hotel and serviced residences brand, Vida Hotels & Resorts, with the new Vida Za’abeel. The property is set centrally in Zabeel, a mega-development by Emaar as a joint venture with Meraas.