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Couldn't ask for better company to share a massive Emirati seafood feast in Aweer than our VIP Pass members, some of whom even rolled down from Abu Dhabi! These are the familiar faces I get the pleasure of seeing again and again. It's intentional. We spend a lot of time thinking about how to bring people back. About 40% of our guests are locals or their visiting buddies. Loyalty programs aren’t really common with tour operators—or maybe I'm just not aware of them. Most are banking on a steady flow of new visitors to a city. It seems like a lost opportunity, especially in Dubai where the population is majority expatriate. Many are eager to find ways of exploring their new home. Many more get visitors throughout the year who they need to 'offload' to someone trusted to show them around. If you treat them right, there's a pretty high chance they'll return. Curious to hear your thoughts. Have you come across tour operators with loyalty programs in Dubai? Or best-in-class ones abroad? Always hungry to learn what more we can do. #visitdubai #loyaltyprograms #dubaitourism

We, the founders of Ghumau Kya, will soon visit a place that excites us and provides precisely what a travel consultant desires: exposure. However, if you're assuming that I might be thrilled about a vacation as a travel consultant, you are mistaken. The place that has us buzzing with excitement is none other than the ATM—not the cash-dispensing machine, but the Arabian Travel Market. It's the premier B2B travel exhibition drawing industry professionals from around the globe. This event opens up endless possibilities for individuals to connect over their shared passion for travel and aid each other in exploring the world more profoundly. It's a platform where leisure seamlessly merges with business, MICE, and luxury travel, attracting global leaders who come to experience the future firsthand. The ATM is scheduled to take place from May 6th to May 11th in Dubai, a city that, in itself, is a haven for travelers enamored with man-made beauty! If you're part of the travel industry, then this exhibition is a must-visit. It not only provides opportunities to connect with industry experts but also opens up endless possibilities of the world. #ATMDubai #ATM #ArabianTravelMarket

Only 3 days left until Arabian Travel Market Dubai 2024! Visit our stand HC1355 to discover how we're 'Empowering Innovation - Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship'. We will explore how innovative #sustainable travel trends will evolve and identify strategies for growth within specific key vertical sectors. #ATM #Hospitality #MiddleEast #MillenniumMEA #MillenniumHotels #TravelIndustry #TravelAndTourism

“Wynn Resorts Secures UAE’s First Gambling License!”(Reuters) The granting of the first gambling license in the UAE to Wynn Resorts has the potential to have a substantial positive impact on the UAE economy, particularly in Ras Al Khaimah. The establishment of an integrated resort and casino is expected to draw a significant number of international tourists, thus diversifying the economy away from its reliance on oil and strengthening the tourism sector. This project has the capacity to generate a large number of employment opportunities, attract foreign investment, and position Ras Al Khaimah as a formidable global tourism destination, leading to an increased influx of high-net-worth visitors from Europe, Asia, and the Gulf region. #UAEEconomicGrowth #RasAlKhaimahTourism #WynnResortsUAE #GamingIndustryUAE #UAEInvestment #TourismBoost #MiddleEastBusiness #UAEVision2027

IMEX America 2024 Vegas here we come! The North American outbound #MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) business to the Middle East is a significant and growing segment. North America, particularly the United States, is a key market for outbound MICE due to its strong #corporate sector and established #infrastructure. The global outbound MICE market is projected to grow at a CAGR of approximately 6.75% from 2023 to 20321. The Middle East, with its strategic location and investment in world-class facilities, is becoming an increasingly popular destination for MICE events. This region is seen as a vital hub for business events, driven by countries like the #UAE #Qatar #Oman #Bahrain #Jordan and now #SaudiArabia, which are heavily investing in tourism and event infrastructure and back some of the world's best 5 star #airlines. As Gulf Dunes lays emphasis on growing its North American business, we have made a strategic decision to be present on two critical locations: Dubai Tourism Stand DMC Network Stand (Our Partners) Please do visit and get first hand information on how our destinations operate and myriad of opportunities that are available to the planner everything from #subventions to #bespokeproducts, for various sectors #financialservices #automotive #healthcare #associations #incentives #insurance Onwards and upwards! Peter Payet

Qatar’s tourism and retail sectors are poised for continued growth, with a projected 5% increase in tourism next year, driven by the legacy of FIFA 2022 and a rise in local and international events. GCC tourists accounted for 44% of total visitors in 2024, marking a 43% YoY increase. The hospitality sector is thriving, with demand for accommodations boosted by cooler weather. New retail developments, including Velero Mall and Crystal Walkway, are attracting both tourists and investors. International brands such as Tesla, Alo Yoga, and Raising Cane’s have expanded into the market, strengthening Qatar’s retail landscape. Despite challenges like reduced investor confidence and rising interest rates, the retail and residential sectors are showing resilience, with increasing occupancy levels and signs of stabilization. The tourism sector is also on track to reach 4.2 million visitors by the end of 2024. #QatarTourism #RetailGrowth #FIFA2022Legacy #QatarRealEstate #TourismGrowth #RetailExpansion #QatarInvestment #EconomicGrowth #QatarDevelopment #MiddleEastBusiness

Neil Welsh and Joseph Ganiwa are at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai from the 6th of May through to the 9th of May. If you would like to arrange a meeting with them please reach out to them directly and they will be more than happy to meet with you. We look forward to sharing more insights from them with you all. #traveltek #traveltekteam #atmdubai #travelsoftware #traveltechnology #agentconnect #travelapi #rapiddeploy #cruiseapi

MUST READ 1. The organisers of Arabian Travel Market 2024 (ATM) and representatives from the exhibition's strategic partners, which include the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), Emirates, IHG Hotels & Resorts, and Al Rais Travel, have outlined their plans for the event, which takes place from Monday, 6th May, to Thursday, 9th May 2024. 2. In a bid to ensure stricter monitoring and control over incoming travellers, the Nilgiris district administration has announced the mandatory implementation of e-passes for outsiders entering the district. 3. Etihad Airways is showcasing its successful growth story, ambitious plans, and investment in guest experience at the Arabian Travel Market, which opened today. 4. Emirates has signed a number of Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) on the first day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) with Tourism Malaysia, Turkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) and the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce. 5. As part of its pet travel service, Akasa Air has so far flown over 3,200 pets since its launch in November 2022, the airline said. In response to feedback from customers, Akasa Air has now increased the permissible weight limit for pets travelling in the cabin to 10 kgs, including the weight of the container, up from the previous 7 kilograms. Source: PIB, ANI and PTI. . . . #reemarkabl #weeklynews #newsarticle #trendingnews #pti #ani #pib #travelnews #india #news #latestnews #latestupdates

Day 1 at the Arabian Travel Market! In this 31st edition of ATM 2,300 exhibitors from 165 countries are featured, with 41,000 visitors expected to attend. It felt (slightly) bigger than last year, with large (and better managed!) crowds of people, but also an impressive density of high quality professionals. Once again, Saudi probably has the largest stand, as it includes different regions of the country and features its giga-projects. Both Dubai and Abu Dhabi also seemed to have increased the size of their respective stands. Lots of interesting announcements, some entirely new, like the 5.2M visitors Dubai received in Q1 2024, marking an 11% increase year-on-year, or some resurfacing news, like Abu Dhabi's tourism strategy with intentions to grow to 39M visitors annually by 2030 or the GCC Grand Tour, a unified tourism visa for GCC residents that will make traveling the GCC more convenient and affordable. As I interacted with fellow industry professionals and listened to some of the seminars in either the Global Stage or the Future Stage I noticed an unwavering optimism for the longer term of the region, even if there are some clouds in the short term due to perceived risks with significant downward potential. The general sentiment was certainly still positive. Looking forward to see what Day 2 brings! #arabiantravelmarket #atm #mydubai #tourism #sauditourism #dct

In an interview with Economy Middle East, at ATM Dubai 2024, Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, group CEO of Miral, discussed recent developments on Yas Island and Saadiyat Island. Highlighting 2023 as Yas Island's strongest year yet, Al Zaabi pointed to the impressive 34 million visits, reflecting a significant 38% increase compared to 2022. Notably, even the summer season thrived, with June, July, and August being the busiest months, boasting hotel occupancy rates exceeding 83%. Al Zaabi credited this success to Yas Island's well-defined vision and comprehensive master plan. The strategic alignment of theme parks and hotels, along with bundled visitor packages, proved to be a winning formula. Furthermore, Al Zaabi hinted at the arrival of flying taxis, emphasizing Miral's commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation and technology, ultimately aiming to provide seamless and unforgettable experiences for visitors. For more insights, watch the full interview. Presenter: Alp Sarper Arabian Travel Market #ATMDubai #ATM2024 #ArabianTravelMarket #UAE #AbuDhabi #Dubai #Travel #Tourism #Culture #travelandtourism