As Dubai gathers momentum with the resumption of conferences, meetings and exhibitions, Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has formed a new Business Events Stakeholders Committee, reinforcing its commitment to engaging with the industry and re-establishing its place at the heart of Dubai’s economic growth and development as a knowledge hub. His […]
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‘Contactless’ has quickly become a by-word for safety in today’s new era of social distancing. The effects have already been felt in the world’s financial services and retail industries, where consumer preference for cashless payments has skyrocketed since the pandemic took hold. But ‘contactless’ is going to become equally important across all parts of the […]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the travel and tourism industry to a near standstill with prolonged lockdowns. Now that government authorities across several countries have relaxed air travel restrictions, airports and hotels are trying to re-build confidence in travellers. Against the backdrop, contactless technologies are proving to be a game-changer for the industry. Sneha Nigade, […]
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Professionals within the travel trade industry know that the last quarter of the year is known as MICE months in the pre-COVID world as several events and conferences are happening during this time of the year. One of the highly anticipated events held annually is ITB Asia in Singapore. I remember my first attendance to […]
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In a recent talk with Chris Anderson, the head of TED, the global outlook for 2020 was likened to a forest fire only seen every 400 years. As that fire continues to burn, it leaves behind the older Sycamore trees, hopeful to stay protected and dominant, mixed with a mass of green shoots looking to […]
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ABTA – The Travel Association says the global travel industry has an opportunity and responsibility to rebuild in a more sustainable way following the coronavirus crisis, but that urgent action from the UK Government is critical in helping boost consumer confidence. At the Association’s annual Travel Convention, held virtually this year, ABTA revealed new figures […]
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It is widely acknowledged that ‘contactless’ will be a necessary part of all aspects of the travel eco-system in the COVID-19 era, to ensure hygiene and to reassure passengers that it’s safe for them to travel again. The technology already exists to render most parts of the travel experience ‘touchless’ – from voice-activated screens, biometric […]
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A new organization for the travel and tourism industry has been making headlines. The World Tourism Network (WTN) already established a strong base of known leaders including 24 tourism ministers and public sector representatives. The public sector is under the leadership of Dr. Taleb Rifai, former Secretary-General of the UNWTO. The private sector already has […]
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