Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City Hailed As Best Four-Star Hotel In Middle East By Business Travellers Awards 2009

As industry leaders at the recent Arabian Hotel Investment Conference and Arabian Travel Market pegged the four-star segment as one to watch, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City scooped the Business Traveller Awards 2009 for the best four-star hotel in the Middle East. The annual award ceremony was held during the region’s annual travel week (in Dubai, May 4 2009).

Pasquale Baiguera, the hotel’s General Manager said that the award is voted by independent readers of Business Traveller magazine and signals a genuine appreciate for the property which is located within Dubai’s first commercial, city-based free zone within the catchment of Dubai Internet City, Media City and Knowledge Village. He said that more than 55,000 professionals are estimated to be working within the three-prong business area, which is a stones-throw from the emirate’s new residential areas of Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach Residence and Palm Jumeirah.

“This award signals a strong commitment by the public to Radisson Blu, DMC, and points to their acknowledgement that we provide one of the best business lifestyle experiences among the region’s hospitality sector. We feel very proud.

“We accept this recognition on behalf of the team, the star performers and many of them working with passion behind the scenes,” he added.

Baiguera said that the Business Traveller Middle East Awards continue to be the benchmark for excellence in the region’s travel and hospitality industry, including best airlines, airports, hotels, golf courses and car rental companies.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City is located in the heart of the emirate’s regional technology and communications hub and offers 246 rooms, including five suites, designed in a contemporary style. The hotel offers several food & beverage outlets – including the award-winning Italian restaurant, Certo, and Chef’s House, 12 meeting rooms and Senso Wellness Centre with five themed massage rooms and two outdoor pools.

Emirates’ A380 Sydney Service Earns Its Mark With Tourism Australia

Tourism Australia and Emirates marked the successful start of the airline’s daily A380 service between Dubai and Sydney at the 2009 Arabian Travel Market (ATM), running until 8th May.

Richard Vaughan, the airline’s Divisional Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations Worldwide presented Tourism Australia’s GCC Development Manager, Andrew Oldfield with his very own super-sized A380 model to celebrate the occasion.

Emirates introduced its revolutionary A380 product on the Dubai-Sydney-Auckland route on 1st February with a thrice-weekly service, and subsequently strengthened it on 1st May with a daily operation. The capacity expansion – 18 % – demonstrates yet another initiative in Emirates’ partnership with Australia.

Mr. Vaughan noted: “Emirates made a commitment to increase services to Australia some years ago and has delivered on its promise, even in the present economic times when others choose to reduce capacity. We are delighted to be able to proceed with this scheduled increase by making the state-of-the-art A380 service a daily operation.”

Mr. Oldfield added: “The recent easing of visa procedures in the region has contributed to an increase of 21% in visitor arrivals from the six-member GCC states. Emirates’ increased capacity will encourage further growth as well as support Tourism Australia as we step up our marketing initiatives in this part of the world.”

Emirates’ big plans for the A380 this year also include start of services to Bangkok and Toronto on 1st June, and to Seoul on 1st December. Emirates will be the aviation world’s first A380 operator to Bangkok and will usher in a whole new, luxury air travel experience to/from the Kingdom.

Emirates’ A380 heralds a whole new level of comfort and luxury never seen before on a commercial airliner. The ground-breaking in-flight product includes onboard shower spas with signature spa products in the First Class cabin; an onboard lounge for First and Business class customers; flat-bed massage-equipped private suites in First Class; a new generation of intelligent seating and flat-beds in Business Class; mood-lighting; and a second-to-none in-flight entertainment system featuring over 1000 channels of on-demand entertainment.
 

Travellers Vote Dubai International As Middle East’s Best Airport

Dubai International has been voted as the Middle East’s best airport by readers of Business Traveller, the internationally acclaimed travel magazine, in a survey for 2009. The readers also voted Dubai International as the Best Airport in the Middle East for Duty Free Shopping.

The award in the best airport category is given based on excellence in delivery of customer service, particularly in areas such as baggage delivery, check-in, and frontline services. Airport facilities and duty-free shopping are some of the major factors that play a role in the voting for the awards. Survey forms are included in Business Traveller magazine and sent to all regional subscribers, a large percentage of which turns them in with their choice.

In the world’s best airport category, Dubai International finished second only to Singapore’s Changi Airport, the winner this year.

This is the fourth consecutive year that Dubai International has won the region’s best airport award. Dubai International has won over 14 regional and international awards between 2008 and 2009 – nearly triple the number of awards in the preceding year, and the highest in a year to date.

"At Dubai Airports, we aspire to be the world’s best airport in every sense, but most of all in the quality of our customer service. While all awards and recognitions evoke a sense of pride at Dubai Airports, the Business Traveller Award is truly special because it is the travellers – our customers, who choose the winner. Winning this award tells us that our efforts at continually enhancing our customer service are making a difference, and that we are headed in the right direction," said, Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports.

The annual awards ceremony was held at the Godolphin Ballroom, Emirates Towers on May 4, on the eve of the Arabian Travel Market 2009. Griffiths received the award on behalf of Dubai Airports from the guest of honour Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, Head of easyGroup – best known for creating the low cost airline easyJet in 1995.

The Address Hotels + Resorts enters Europe with Domaine de Lavagnac management contract

The Address Hotels + Resorts, the home-grown 5 star premium hotel brand of Emaar Hospitality Group, has marked its entry into the European market with a management contract to operate Domaine de Lavagnac, a luxury resort developed by Residence De Lavagnac SARL in Languedoc-Roussillon, South of France. The European expansion of The Address brand was announced today at a press conference held on the sidelines of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM). Mr Charles Cox, Chairman of Residence De Lavagnac SARL and Mr Marc Dardenne, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Hospitality Group and Emaar Hotels & Resorts, signed the management agreement in the presence of Mr Eric Perez, Project Manager, Residence De Lavagnac SARL and Mr Patrick Heuze, Senior Director – Hospitality Asset Management & Development, Emaar Properties PJSC.  Scheduled to open in 2011, Domaine de Lavagnac is the first five star tourism development in Languedoc and comprises a 17th century chateau that is beingtransformed into a 70 suite hotel located in close proximity to the Mediterranean coast. Dating back to the Gallo-Roman era, the chateau is one of the finest in South of France and a fitting centerpiece for the premier property development.  Featuring a spa and golf course, the property is billed to be an exclusive golf-spa retreat and poised to drive the tourism growth of Languedoc. The 1,000 sq m spa retreat will be one of the largest in the region and will feature spacious lounge areas bathed in natural light and indoor pools to provide the perfect place to unwind where a range of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments and exercise classes will be on offer to pamper visitors. The project will also have430 serviced residencesto be managed by The Address Hotels + Resorts, all of them designed in chic contemporary style. The Address Hotels + Resorts will manage the property’s gourmet restaurants serving a delectable culinary spread including the much-acclaimed local delicacies of Languedoc prepared with Garrigue herbs, Bouziques oysters and wild mushrooms. The hotel’s terrace with its elegant carved-stone balustrade is an ideal place to relax in the evening. The property will have meeting venues including a conference center that can accommodate up to 500 people, leisure facilities and business lounge, as well as the luxury residential hamlets, which are planned to open in 2011.  Each of the 650 residential properties will offer unrivalled luxury accommodation, with 20 per cent being allocated for full-time occupation and the remainder for holiday accommodation. The homes, which will range from 80 to 316 sq m, are now available for purchase. Each property has been sensitively designed to maximise the natural beauty of its surroundings. Mr Cox said: “Domaine de Lavagnac is the first of its kind five star luxury resort in the South of France, and is set to further strengthen in-bound tourism to the region on the Mediterranean coast. The eco-friendly resort is designed as an integrated community with a retail village and world-class golf course and academy to maximise its tourism potential. To operate the hotel and residential units, we needed a partner who could bring in true value differentials. The Address Hotels + Resorts, with its track-record of creating distinctive hospitality experiences, offers a perfect fit to our growth objectives.” Mr Dardenne opined: “This new management contract is a significant milestone for us in the development and expansion of our hotel brand which we launched just one year ago. As part of our international expansion strategy, we are looking at other European destinations, and this contract in Languedoc-Roussillon acts as the perfect gateway to the rest of the region.” Mr Heuze stated: “At Domaine de Lavagnac, our operational philosophy will be to offer tangible benefits to guests through a one-size fits one strategy. The entry of the brand to Europe will help us achieve our global expansion plans, and also strengthen our core competencies in the hospitality sector.” The hotel operator has already opened The Address, Downtown Burj Dubai to international acclaim, and will soon open The Address, Dubai Mall and The Address, Dubai Marina later this year.   The Address Hotels + Resorts recently announced its first property outside the UAE which will be in Uptown Cairo and has signed a management contract with Jnan Amar Polo retreat in Morocco. Other destinations for The Address brand include Shanghai, Lombok in Indonesia, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, London, Los Angeles and New York. Emaar Hospitality Group owns and manages a diversified portfolio of hospitality assets such as hotels, serviced residences, golf resorts, a polo and equestrian club, recreation clubs, and the Dubai Marina Yacht Club and Marinas.

DUBAILAND Phase One Now Open With Five World-Class Attractions

DUBAILAND®, the world’s largest tourism, leisure and entertainment destination and a member of TATWEER, is now open with five live attractions including Dubai Autodrome in MotorCity®, Dubai Outlet Mall in Outlet City, Global Village, Jumana Secret of the Desert at Al Sahra Desert Resort and Dubai Sports City, featuring The Ernie Els Golf Club, the Butch Harmon School of Golf and a world-class cricket stadium.

With eight million visits last year, DUBAILAND® already delivers a host of attractions and venues that offer visitors a variety of exciting entertainment options and incredible value for money as a destination for every member of the family and at every price range.

DUBAILAND® is showcasing 17 of its world-class attractions at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2009, the region’s leading travel and tourism exhibition for industry professionals, which opened on 5 May and will run until 8 May at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Khalid Al Malik, CEO of Tatweer Dubai, said: “We have pursued an ambitious vision to develop innovative entertainment concepts in Dubai and in doing so have formed partnerships with a number of world-class global brands. With the launch of phase one at DUBAILAND®, we have already changed the landscape of leisure and entertainment in the region and are committed to delivering landmark projects in keeping with Dubai’s strategy to position the city as an international hub for tourism.”

Mohammed Al Habbai, Senior Vice-President of DUBAILAND® said: “As a key player in the region’s leisure and tourism industry, DUBAILAND® is a multifaceted development designed and executed to deliver a unique mix of attractions with universal appeal. The destination has evolved into a popular location for day and evening entertainment and activities, drawing visitors from around the globe.”

Universal Studios Dubailand™ will be one of the key attractions at DUBAILAND® and offer visitors an extraordinary opportunity to literally Ride The Movies™. The park’s awe-inspiring rides and attractions will feature state-of-the-art technology and leading edge special effects designed to transport visitors into the middle of their favorite blockbuster motion pictures. The world-renowned theme park will bring the magic of movies to the Middle East.

The Tiger Woods Dubai, featuring Al Ruwaya – the world’s first golf course created by Tiger Woods Design, is taking shape in DUBAILAND®. The landmark destination continues to progress with the completion of bulk earth works, 1,800 trees already planted on the golf course and a further 6,000 in the nursery. Grassing on the fairways is also underway and completed on holes four and five. When fully operational Al Ruwaya will be among the world’s most challenging courses set in an elegant and impeccably designed environment.

Global Village, the region’s premier cultural, entertainment and shopping destination, celebrates diverse cultures, art, theatre, commerce and cuisine from around the world and welcomes more than four million guests per year. Each season Global Village delivers a wide spectrum of innovative new shows and attractions in the heart of DUBAILAND®.

DUBAILAND® has also signed strategic alliances with some of the world’s legendary entertainment brands to design and build world-class theme parks at the destination including Marvel DUBAILAND®, Dreamworks DUBAILAND®, Six Flags DUBAILAND®, Legoland DUBAILAND®, and Freej DUBAILANDTM.
In addition, DUBAILAND® will be home to a host of remarkable experiences including Lifestyle City, City of Arabia, Dubai Golf City, Al Barari, and The Palmarosa, all in various stages of development.In its ongoing efforts to elevate tourism in the region, DUBAILAND® has recently signed a strategic marketing partnership with Royal Caribbean, which is expected to provide a substantial boost to the cruise industry and increase traffic to DUBAILAND® attractions. The agreement promotes the development, growth and commercial success of the two brands through joint marketing and promotional activities in key global source markets. Royal Caribbean will feature DUBAILAND’s® key live attractions in their shore excursion programmes, while DUBAILAND® will actively promote Royal Caribbean’s Dubai cruises through their global agency network.
DUBAILAND® is rapidly emerging as the premier entertainment destination in the region and a crucial component of Destination Dubai.
 

Natural Products Offer The Ultimate In Relaxation At Le Meridien Al Aqah

Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort in Fujairah today announced, during Arabian Travel Market 2009, an overhaul of its product range for Spa Al Aqah, strengthening the resort’s position as the ideal getaway for relaxation and pampering.The new range complements the spa’s treatment techniques that are specially designed to address specific body and mind conditions and to give powerful results whilst reawakening the senses.The natural products are the hallmark of Phytomer. Phytomer, which means “plants of the sea”, was founded in Saint-Malo in France in 1971. The marine-based cosmetology products company is present in 70 countries. The strength of the products is safe and healthy skin care, and Phytomer creates them from the natural material to finished product stage to ensure the highest quality.“Spa Al Aqah prides itself on offering guests the best in spa treatments, starting from the relaxing ambience, to the highly-qualified spa therapists and products. We are entering a new era now with the Phytomer products, which have a proven track record in achieving amazing results and being gentle enough to use for all skin types and constitutions,” said Davina Patel, Spa Manager, Le Meridien Al Aqah.Spa Al Aqah has become a haven for both hotel guests and day visitors, with a varied range of treatments ranging from Ayurveda to Aromatherapy, Reflexology, and Eastern and European-style massages.The Phytomer range includes personalized professional face and body treatments and overall relaxation packages. As the spa is increasingly catering to men, the range also offers the benefit of products and relaxation treatments designed specifically for men. ‘Phytomer Homme’ is a gentle range designed to protect against harsh conditions such as fatigue, UV rays, pollution and signs of ageing.“We have noticed an increased interest in spa treatments from our male guests, as well as from weekend visitors to the resort. I see a very bright future for the spa business at Al Aqah and the new range ensures we stay up-to-date with what the market wants,” said Patel.
 

Emirates Standing Strong At Arabian Travel Market

Emirates, the Official Carrier of the 2009 Arabian Travel Market (ATM), will mark 16 years as a loyal participant and supporter of ATM, as it opens its stand to trade representatives from across the globe on Tuesday.

Ahmed Khoory, Senior Vice President – Commercial Operations, Gulf, Middle East and Iran, said: “Emirates is a longstanding supporter of ATM, one of the industry’s leading travel and tourism exhibitions. Like Emirates’ route network, ATM unites key players from six continents and it is important that we play a role in the meetings, business, seminars, networking and relationship building that the ATM is well known for.

“While the travel industry may have slowed, Emirates continues to push ahead. We are actively seeking growth opportunities and putting in place building blocks for future development. Tourism is an integral part of Dubai, and the ATM is a great platform to showcase the city’s infrastructure, as well as the thriving and diverse travel services available in the marketplace. We look forward to seeing what this year’s ATM has to offer.”

Once again taking pride of place within ATM will be the eye-catching Emirates Globe. At 9.5 metres high and with a circumference of 65 metres, this mammoth rotating structure has been rejuvenated with some impressive new display features.

Showcasing some of the Emirates Group’s most exciting new developments the stand will encompass exceptional displays of the world-renowned luxury Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa which is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year. The stand will also feature Emirates’ second conservation-based resort, Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa which is scheduled for soft opening this October in Australia’s Blue Mountains.

“The Emirates Globe continues to be a standout exhibit at ATM. It has been carefully constructed to reflect Emirates commitment to quality and service. This year we have once again worked hard to ensure the stand is equipped to handle the plethora of visitors it has continued to experienced since the stand was first displayed in 2007,” added Khoory.

The Emirates Globe, located in Hall 3 Stand No., UAE 2600 is fully equipped and will house private meeting and conference rooms as well as full catering facilities. The top floor of the stand will also provide a large VIP area and majlis for hosting guests. An array of audio and visual displays supplement this gigantic exhibit, the result of 22,000 hours of exhaustive creative and technical work. And of course, friendly Emirates cabin crew will be at hand to assist visitors, together with staff from throughout the Emirates family.

Visitors to the stand will also have the opportunity to sample the industry-leading First Class Suites currently onboard Emirates’ 777-200LR, 777-300ER and A380 aircraft in a specially recreated cabin area. Due to its popularity, the stand will also continue to take visitors around the world in 30 minutes as the entire three-story structure slowly rotates a full 360 degrees.

Visitors to the stand will be able to find out more information on the following new Emirates initiatives:

Emirates Holidays
Emirates Holidays, the tour-operating arm of Emirates airline, has recently unveiled its A World of Choice 2009-2010 brochure. For the first time its extensive range of exciting holidays to over 120 destinations across the world has been consolidated into one comprehensive, easy to use format. All holiday options can now be found within one bumper edition.

In addition, there will be also a dedicated brochure on the UAE, tailored editions for Russia, Mediterranean regions, Saudi Arabia and Iran. Plus, an Arabic language brochure for exclusive distribution in the Middle East and Arabic speaking parts of Africa.

Emirates Hotels & Resorts
This year Emirates’ highly-decorated conservation-based resort, Al Maha, is celebrating its 10th anniversary. When it was opened in Dubai in 1999, it set the benchmark for future environmentally sympathetic developments. Emirates has a great deal to be proud of with this facility, which is located within the 225 km2 Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR), and it continues to be extremely popular with discerning travellers today.

In addition, the Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa in the Blue Mountains outside Sydney, is set for its soft opening in October. The Wolgan Valley, on Australia’s Great Dividing Range, forms the centrepiece for unique experiences and insights into Australia’s wildlife, history and cultural heritage. Surrounded by two National Parks, this resort offers the ultimate in seclusion, comfort and guest-focused services. The resort boasts 40 individual villas surrounded by private decks, each with its own swimming pool.

Arabian Adventures
Arabian Adventures, the leading destination management company in the Middle East, is tapping into the huge potential presented by the emerging Chinese tourist market with the launch of its tailored brochure, Dubai & Abu Dhabi.

For the first time a comprehensive, tailored brochure is made available for Chinese travellers. The 24-page brochure written in Mandarin reflects the increasing importance of the Chinese tourist segment to the UAE. Featuring information on Dubai and Abu Dhabi as well as hotels and tours overview in both, it aims to communicate the diversity of accommodation options and experiences that make these two destinations attractive. With the brochure, Arabian Adventures hopes to further grow its business in the country and encourage more Chinese tourists to visit the UAE.

Dnata Holidays
Dnata Holidays will also be promoting their 2009/10 brochure, which will follow last year’s very popular format but with the addition of extra hotels and destinations.

EmQuest
EmQuest provides electronic distribution products and services to the travel industry, connecting suppliers with resellers and giving them a platform to exchange content and trade with one another. EmQuest manages a large network of brands, content and services that are designed to meet the needs of tour operators, travel agents, car rental companies, hotels and airlines throughout the Middle East and Africa. In January this year EmQuest migrated its existing customers to the Sabre system and has been responsible for launching this GDS within five key African markets including; South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia.During this year’s ATM, EmQuest will showcase a variety of new products and technologies including; Sabre Traveller Security and Data Suite (TSDS), NetCheck and SabreVirtually.Khoory added, “Arabian Travel Market is not just an annual event, but an integral part of the travel and tourism industry. It not only allows us to showcase the diversity of travel offerings in this unique emirate but also reinforces Dubai’s status as a world class destination and business hub. As the largest aviation and travel services player in the region, Emirates is proud to play a major role in the success of ATM.”
 

Seven Tides Unwavering About Hotel Developments In Dubai

Independent United Arab Emirates holding company Seven Tides and associated companies is to showcase four new luxury hospitality developments all due to open between the end of 2009 and the beginning of 2010 in Dubai – two of which are on the iconic Palm Jumeirah – at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) which takes place on 5-8 May 2009 at the Dubai International Exhibition and Convention Centre.Michael Scully, Managing Director Hospitality for Seven Tides said: “These five-star developments are multi-use and have been designed for sophisticated lifestyles, whether it‘s business or leisure. However we will create a fun environment and it is that combination that underpins our unique proposition. They also mark the arrival of a new name in the hospitality sector – Seven Tides which remains committed to its development plans despite the global economic climate.”Scully said that Seven Tides and associated companie was confident in the long-term future of the hospitality industry not only in the UAE, but throughout the region and beyond. “As well as the four developments we are showcasing at ATM – Royal Amwaj and Oceana on Palm Jumeirah, Ibn Battuta Gate and Movenpick Deira – we are planning future hotel developments in Dubai as well as continuing with our drive to acquire hotels worldwide.”Established in 2004, Seven Tides, which also ownsDukes Hotel in London, has partnered with prestigious international hospitality brands including Anantara, Mövenpick Hotels and Resorts and Campbell Gray Hotels as its growth continues.Two of the four new developments Seven Tides is opening in late 2009 – early 2010 are on the Palm Jumeirah. The Mövenpick-managed Royal Amwaj (amwaj means wave in Arabic) luxury resort and spa on the Palm crescent is Seven Tides’ flagship property and will feature 293 hotel rooms and more than 400 condominium apartments.The Royal Amwaj will offer a variety of culinary delights including South American, Thai, seafood and Asian cuisine. The resort will also feature two natural lagoons, a large swimming pool, tennis courts, Asian spa, water sports club as well as business and banquet facilities.Oceana, meanwhile, will be a beachfront hotel centrally located on Palm Jumeirah’s trunk. This private residential community will offer beach access and panoramic views to its in-house guests. “For those who want to escape from it all, Oceana will provide an ideal retreat for its residents, with an impressive array of amenities and services,” Scully said.In terms of a corporate flagship property, Ibn Battuta Gate features an iconic entrance arch which is larger than the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Located next to Ibn Battuta Mall, the property will be managed by Mövenpick, offering a combination of offices, apartments and a five-star hotel and spa.“Ibn Battuta Gate aims to capture the best of living and working in New Dubai with a unique combination of modern offices, serviced apartments and five-star hotel offering a lifestyle that balances city and retreat, business and pleasure,” Scully said.”All four developments, in addition to the stylish Dukes Hotels in St James, London, managed by Campbell Gray Hotels and recently awarded five-star classification, will be showcased at the ATM.“ATM is the perfect platform to relaunch these properties. With so many international and regional tour operators and travel specialists in attendance we can ensure that Seven Tides developments are put on their radar screens now,” added Scully.
 

Take Off With Etihad Airways At Ibn Batutta Mall

Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, has landed in Dubai with a Boeing 777 flight simulator, allowing the public to take a break from shopping and test their flying skills at one of the city’s busiest malls. Complete with two Boeing training managers, the simulator will allow children and adults alike to take to the skies in Ibn Batutta Mall’s China Court between Tuesday 5 and Friday 8, May 2009. Flights on the simulator are free of charge and open to budding ‘pilots’ of all ages. Part of Etihad’s strategy to generate awareness of its brand, network and new routes, the simulator offers an opportunity for visitors to the mall to interact with the brand and enjoy the Etihad experience. Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways’ chief commercial officer, said: “Etihad Airways is always on the look out for budding new pilots and Ibn Batutta shopping mall – just 45 minutes away from Abu Dhabi airport – is the perfect recruiting ground for us to give these young high fliers an early taste of what it’s like to fly with the world’s fastest growing airline. “Working with Nakheel which owns Ibn Batutta shopping mall gives us a great opportunity to raise further the profile of Etihad and the convenience for Dubai residents of flying from Abu Dhabi.” The arrival of the aircraft simulator in Ibn Batutta mall coincides with Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the largest travel and tourism event in the Middle East where Etihad Airways will be hosting one of this year’s largest exhibition stands.   

Al Bustan Centre & Residence Participates In Arabian Travel Market 2009

Al Bustan Centre & Residence – a deluxe property which offers world-class services and facilities in the city — is participating in the annual Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Exhibition to be held from May 5 to 8 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.ATM is a leading travel and tourism exhibition dedicated to unbolt business potential within the Middle East and Pan Arab Region. Uniting key market players from six continents, the event is four days of intensive meetings, seminars, press conferences and social networking opportunities.Moussa El Hayek, Chief Operating Officer of Al Bustan Centre & Residence, said: “Once again Al Bustan Centre & Residence is participating in ATM and we hope to attract potential customers to the property and forge new alliances. We have added many fresh features to the property such as the new lobby, restaurants and new retail outlets for the convenience of guests and visitors to make their visit memorable.”He added the exhibition will help them achieve their growth targets, maintain the property’s position as a preferred family destination and monitor the quality of its offerings. He also hopes that the property will maintain its profits this year by providing more varieties in dining and shopping for its guests. The property’s unique operating strategy and unending commitment to provide the best for their guests will ensure the achievements that Al Bustan Centre & Residence intends to achieve.He said: “Due to the tourism boom in Dubai, industry competition and the increased number of travel options available have made it necessary for us to advance our services, client relationship management and supply chain management in a professional and organised manner. We have done this by investing in infrastructural changes and involving professionals from related fields.”
Moussa pointed out that they have always supported the ‘Visit Dubai’ initiative of the Government of Dubai and have made relentless efforts to promote tourism in the city with strategically crafted endeavors and are pleased to have contributed in the development of the industry.