Qatar’s Katara Hospitality Inks Deal With Starwood To Operate Milan Hotel
Katara-owned Excelsior Hotel Gallia will be a part of Starwood’s Luxury Collection portfolio, making it the brand’s seventh hotel in Italy. The post Qatar’s Katara Hospitality Inks Deal With Starwood...
View ArticleDubai Hotel Chiefs Dismiss Over Supply Fears Post Expo 2020
Although over supply fears are uncalled for, average Dubai room rates need to decrease, industry experts say. The post Dubai Hotel Chiefs Dismiss Over Supply Fears Post Expo 2020 appeared first on Gulf...
View ArticleDubai To Become ‘Open Air Gallery’ Under New Initiative
Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed launched the first project under the emirate’s Brand Dubai initiative. The post Dubai To Become ‘Open Air Gallery’ Under New Initiative appeared first on Gulf Business.
View ArticleUS Woos High-Spending GCC Visitors
There has been a marked increase in the number of direct air connections between the two regions in the last year.The post US Woos High-Spending GCC Visitors appeared first on Gulf Business.
View ArticleDubai Tops Global Travellers’ List For Shopping, Hotels – TripAdvisor
The emirate beat New York and London to emerge as the favourite destination in the world for shopping. The post Dubai Tops Global Travellers’ List For Shopping, Hotels – TripAdvisor appeared first on...
View ArticleExclusive Interview: HE Helal Saeed Al Marri, Dubai’s Tourism Chief
The director general of DTCM reveals how he plans to make Dubai the world’s number one holiday spot. The post Exclusive Interview: HE Helal Saeed Al Marri, Dubai’s Tourism Chief appeared first on Gulf...
View ArticleLuxury Hotel Chain Bulgari Partners With Meraas To Debut In Dubai
The Bulgari Hotel, located off the coast of Jumeirah Beach Road, will comprise 100 rooms and suites.The post Luxury Hotel Chain Bulgari Partners With Meraas To Debut In Dubai appeared first on Gulf...
View ArticleExclusive: Hotel Star Rating System Obsolete, Says Starwood CEO
Brand was already more important than star rating up to a decade ago, according to Starwood's president and CEO.The post Exclusive: Hotel Star Rating System Obsolete, Says Starwood CEO appeared first...
View ArticleUAE’s Bar And Restaurant Segment Becoming Too Overcrowded
Local restaurant chief warns the Emirates' F&B market is being spread too thinly.The post UAE’s Bar And Restaurant Segment Becoming Too Overcrowded appeared first on Gulf Business.
View ArticleDubai’s Ruler Issues Decree To Establish Six New Wildlife Sanctuaries
The legislation aims to protect natural habitats in Dubai and develop and promote ecotourism.The post Dubai’s Ruler Issues Decree To Establish Six New Wildlife Sanctuaries appeared first on Gulf Business.
View ArticleExpo Effect To Bring 28,000 Hotel Rooms To UAE By 2016
International players are expected to offer the bulk of additions to the market, with Expo 2020 being a major driving force.The post Expo Effect To Bring 28,000 Hotel Rooms To UAE By 2016 appeared...
View ArticleAbu Dhabi’s TDIC Narrows 2013 Loss On Higher Revenues
The company made a net loss of Dhs1.13 billion ($307.7 million) in 2013 compared to a loss of Dhs2.15 billion in the prior year.The post Abu Dhabi’s TDIC Narrows 2013 Loss On Higher Revenues appeared...
View ArticleDubai’s Tourism Authority Starts Process To Issue Holiday Homes Licenses
The first phase of applications is restricted to entities that intend to operate a portfolio of at least 20 properties in Dubai. The post Dubai’s Tourism Authority Starts Process To Issue Holiday Homes...
View ArticleAbu Dhabi’s TDIC Secures Financing To Repay $2bn Bonds In 2014
TDIC is building iconic museums such as the Louvre and Guggenheim in Abu Dhabi.The post Abu Dhabi’s TDIC Secures Financing To Repay $2bn Bonds In 2014 appeared first on Gulf Business.
View ArticleNew Dhs860m Resort Planned For Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Island
The beach resort will include a 295-room low-rise hotel, spa and 11 villas.The post New Dhs860m Resort Planned For Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Island appeared first on Gulf Business.
View ArticleTech-Savvy Users To Drive Growth In GCC’s Travel Industry- Study
The ‘coming-of-age’ population will turn to mobile travel solutions and will plan, book and manage their options online, a study says. The post Tech-Savvy Users To Drive Growth In GCC’s Travel...
View ArticleUp to 75% Of Tickets For Abu Dhabi’s Grand Prix Are “Spoken For”
The event, which takes place from November 20-23 this year, offers 60,000 tickets in total this year. The post Up to 75% Of Tickets For Abu Dhabi’s Grand Prix Are “Spoken For” appeared first on Gulf...
View ArticleNakheel Signs On Shangri-La For Luxury Hotel on Palm Jumeirah
Shangri-La will manage the 52-level luxury hotel in Nakheel’s Palm Tower development. The post Nakheel Signs On Shangri-La For Luxury Hotel on Palm Jumeirah appeared first on Gulf Business.
View ArticleHilton To Develop Largest Resort In The Middle East
The 362-key property will be located 97 kilometers from Doha.The post Hilton To Develop Largest Resort In The Middle East appeared first on Gulf Business.
View ArticleAbu Dhabi Ports Awards Dhs20m Contract For Phase 2 Of Marfa Port
Construction firm Alba Tec won the contract and will build landside infrastructure and new marina facilities at the port.The post Abu Dhabi Ports Awards Dhs20m Contract For Phase 2 Of Marfa Port...
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