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39 mn visitors to Abu Dhabi by ’30

Highlighting double digit growth from India market last year, Abdulla Yousuf, Director of International Operations, Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, reveals that Q1 2024 has already registered a 40 per cent growth. TT Bureau Abdulla Yousuf, Director of International Operations, Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu …

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Wahiba Sands: Desert splendour

If you are planning to visit Oman, do not forget to include Wahiba Sands in your itinerary. A two-hour drive from Muscat, this desert region not just offers you a serene escape from the humdrums of life, but provides an experience of a lifetime. You can enjoy dune bashing, quad …

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KSA eyes 7.5 mn Indians by 2030

As Saudi Arabia continues its journey towards becoming a global tourism hub, it remains committed to fostering cultural exchange, economic growth, and mutual understanding with countries like India. The Kingdom, through its strategic initiatives, is poised to realise its vision of welcoming millions of visitors and unlocking the full potential …

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India numbers rising for Fiji

Robert Thompson, Executive Director of Regions, Tourism Fiji, says they want to put more focus on the India market, as Indians become one of the top subscribers of their Matai Specialist programme, aiming to boost tourist football. Hazel Jain Represented in India by Global Destinations, Tourism Fiji brings into sharper …

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Malaysia bullish on India biz

India’s share in Malaysia’s M!CE business is 48%, says Mohammad Isa Abdul Halim, Director, Meeting and Support Incentives, Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau, underscoring the importance of India market for them. Janice Alyosius Mohammad Isa Abdul Halim, Director, Meeting and Support Incentives, Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), sheds light …

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Birmingham: A convenient gateway

Tom Screen, Aviation Director at Birmingham Airport, is keen on incentivising travel agents to book their clients via his airport. He discusses the convenience the airport offers to travellers, great air connections, and an average immigration processing time of eight minutes for non-EU nationals among other advantages. Hazel Jain With …

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Special fund attracts M!CE to Sydney

Business Events Sydney has launched a new fund for travel agents in India, owing to cost pressures on event planners across the region. Corporate and incentive events with 100-250 persons can apply for the new fund, which is available for a limited time and can be used to cover/ offset …

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