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Donald Payen, executive vice president, Air Mauritius
Breaking Travel News catches up with Donald Payen, executive vice president of Air Mauritius, to find out more about the currently ongoing fleet overhaul taking place at the airline. Speaking at ITB Berlin in Germany, he also tells us how the refreshed business class product will improve the passenger experience.
Martin Cramer, general manager, Emirates Palace
Emirates Palace general manager, Martin Cramer, tells Breaking Travel News about the one-of-a-kind hotel and what it brings to the hospitality industry in Abu Dhabi. Looking ahead, he also tells us about his plans for the upcoming year.
Rogier de Jager, vice president, Europe, Oman Air
Rogier de Jager, European vice president for Oman Air, tells Breaking Travel News how the new terminal at Muscat International Airport has been received by passengers. Speaking at ITB Berlin, he also tells us about plans for new flights to Greek capital Athens.
Matt Berna, general manager, global sales, Peak
With a network of destination management companies around the world, Matt Berna, general manager of global sales for Peak, tells Breaking Travel News a little more about the company during ITB Berlin 2019.
Anastasiya Plekhova, assistant director of sales, Rixos the Palm
As the property rebrands in order to showcase its increased suite offering, Anastasiya Plekhova, assistant director of sales with Rixos the Palm, tells Breaking Travel News what the changes will mean for guests to Dubai.
Irina Hebner, associate director of sales, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
Considered the Middle East’s Leading Resort Residences by the World Travel Awards, Breaking Travel News here speaks to Irina Hebner, associate director of sales for the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray in Dubai, about what is on offer at the fabulous property.
Suphajee Suthumpun, chief executive, Dusit International
Breaking Travel News speaks to Suphajee Suthumpun, chief executive of Thailand-based hospitality brand Dusit International, during ITB Berlin. She tells editor Chris O’Toole about the growing importance of China to the company and how renovation work will improve flagship property, Dusit Thani Bangkok.
Vincent Smarrella, general manager, One&Only The Palm
Breaking Travel News chats with Vincent Smarrella, general manager, One&Only The Palm during ITB Berlin. He tells us how Expo 2020 has galvanised the tourism sector in the emirate while also discussing what is on offer at this one of a kind property.
Markland Blaiklock, deputy chief executive, Centara Hotels & Resorts
As Centara Hotels & Resorts continues to expand from its base in Thailand, Markland Blaiklock, deputy chief executive with the company, here tells us which markets will be key in the future. Speaking at ITB Berlin, he also reveals all about the recent opening of the first hotel on Doha, capital of Qatar.
Henk Meyknecht, chief operating officer, Middle East & Africa, Kempinski
With Emerald Palace Kempinski opening on the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, Henk Meyknecht, chief operating officer in the Middle East & Africa for the European hospitality leader, here tells Breaking Travel News what it offers to the market. Speaking during ITB Berlin in Germany, he also tells us more about his plans for development in Africa.
ITB Berlin: UNWTO strikes skills partnership with Google
Fostering knowledge, education and growth in tourism will be at the centre of a partnership announced today between Google and the United Nations World Tourism Organisation.
ITB Berlin: JA Resorts & Hotels reveals brand reinvigoration for 2019
Fresh blood in the leadership team is catapulting the company into the future with a new vision and mission, a reinvigoration of the brand, new properties, renovations and significant international expansion.