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WORLD’S FIRST ABUSE-FREE SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORM LAUNCHES IN THE UAE, PIONEERED BY FOOTBALL ICONS
Yesterday, at WebSummit Qatar, marked a groundbreaking moment as Striver, the world’s first truly abuse-free social media platform, is set to launch in the United Arab Emirates. Created by footballers for fans, Striver aims to redefine the social media landscape with a positive and inclusive digital space.
Web Summit Qatar 2024 opened its doors Monday at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC)
Web Summit Qatar 2024 opened its doors Monday at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC), bringing together thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, and global leaders from across the globe.
Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan to speak at Web Summit Qatar
Web Summit, the world’s largest technology conference, has announced that Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan will speak at Web Summit Qatar.
Finalists announced for the 2024 European Arival TourReview Spotlight Awards
TourReview, the technology-driven travel review platform for the tours and activities sector, in collaboration with Arival, a leading figure in in-destination experiences, has unveiled the finalists for the prestigious 2024 European Arival TourReview Spotlight Awards. This award aims to honour outstanding tour operators for their commitment to delivering unparalleled customer experiences.
Meyer Jabara Hotels Sets New Investment Course; Hires Ian McAuley as Chief Investment Officer
To expand its portfolio and capital partner alliances, Meyer Jabara Hotels welcomes Ian McAuley as Chief Investment Officer. In this newly created position, McAuley will source acquisition opportunities, equity investors, debt financing, and third-party management contracts. His 30 years of extensive publicly traded and privately held real estate experience and hands-on hotel development, operations, and ownership expertise will set the course for continued growth and profitability.
ITB Berlin and IPK International: Big global increase in outbound travel in 2023
ITB Berlin and IPK International: a big global increase in outbound travel in 2023 In 2023, outbound travel registered double-digit growth year-on-year, marking another big step in returning to the travel volume of 2019. Compared with 2022, this was a 33 per cent increase, only 12 per cent short of the base year level before the pandemic. Positive signs are above all the gradual return of outbound travellers in Asia and the upward trend in vacation travel.
Miral Launches Remote Airport Check-In at The Fountains at Yas Mall
Miral, in collaboration with The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), Abu Dhabi Airport and OACIS ME LLC, a cutting-edge off-airport baggage processing solutions provider, proudly introduces remote airport check-in services to The Fountains at Yas Mall. This collaboration allows guests and their families the opportunity to explore the diverse dining experiences, offerings and boutiques at Yas Mall as well as the award-winning theme parks Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi prior to their departure, effectively optimising their time to explore the exemplary retail and leisure experiences before takeoff.
Cloudbeds unveils annual State of Independent Lodging Report
Cloudbeds, the hospitality management platform powering more reservations and happier guests for independent lodging businesses around the globe, today released its 2024 State of Independent Lodging Report. The second annual edition of the report offers a unique and data-rich perspective on the global independent lodging segment, shedding light on insights and trends from property types and segments often overlooked in industry reporting.
RIYADH AIR ELEVATES PLANNING EFFICIENCY THROUGH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH SABRE
Riyadh Air, the new national airline of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that’s shaping the future of flying, announces a fundamental collaboration with Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider powering the global travel industry.
Qatar Airways Group Partners with Our Habitas to Launch ‘Our Habitas Ras Abrouq’
Qatar Airways Group Partners with Our Habitas to Launch ‘Our Habitas Ras Abrouq’, a Luxury Desert Resort Set on Qatar’s Golden West Coast Her Excellency Sheikha Al-Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums, along with VIP guests, media, designers and artists were present at an opening ceremony to showcase the unique hospitality project
Mark Warner Launches Wingsurfing and Wingfoiling Courses for 2024 at Aeolian Village Beach Resort
New for 2024, active beach holiday specialists Mark Warner (www.markwarner.co.uk, 0845 322 5037) is offering a range of exciting introductory wingsurfing and wingfoiling courses at their newest property, Aeolian Village Beach Resort in Lesvos. Offering an easy way to get out on the water, wingsurfing and wingfoiling are the latest must-try activities for watersports-lovers of all levels.
Celebrate Mothers Day in Saudi
Escape the winter chill and whisk mothers and mother-figures to warmer climes. From spa treatments and gourmet delights, to bonding over a new skill, not only does a trip to Saudi promise much-welcomed boost of vitamin D to mark the end of winter, but an opportunity to enjoy some truly special experiences in the world’s newest and most exciting tourist destination.