All UAE residents ages 18 and above who purchase an Expo 2020 Season Pass or Family Package before 14 August will be entered into a draw for the chance to win a prized place for themselves and a guest at the star-studded Opening Ceremony on 30 September 2021
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GO FIRST’s market share increases to 8.3%
The airline company registered a high passenger load factor (PLF) at 70.9% in June, 2021
Champions of Sustainability – Anuj Chaudhry, IBIS Gurgaon Golf Course Road
Anuj Chaudhry, GM of ibis Gurgaon Golf Course Road believes sustainability requires a concrete plan, and suggests how hoteliers should conceptualise this, making provisions for a long-term financial strategy
The Orchid Mumbai launches Staycation and Sunday Brunch package
The Sunday brunch at Boulevard – 24 Hour Coffee Shop will serve guests various types of cuisine from North Indian, Chinese, continental, south Indian, and seafood
EaseMyTrip introduces free Full-Refund Medical Policy on all domestic air-tickets
As a part of this policy, customers will get a complete refund including the money deducted by airlines and there will be no additional charges for this service.
Fortune Hotels introduces four new Escape offers
In order to repay a debt of gratitude to all the Covid front line workers, the company has also launched a ‘Gratitude offer’ at a 50% discount on accommodation which is inclusive of breakfast, free- Wifi services and also extends a special discount on food and beverage service
Luxury Escapes taps boutique properties segment
Luxury Escapes has partnered with a few luxurious boutique properties such as Atali Ganga in Rishikesh, Fateh Safari Suites in Kumbhalgarh, Tree of Life Resorts in Binsar and Jim Corbett National Park and more
Outrigger Hospitality Group acquires 3 Thailand Resorts
Outrigger will refresh the former Manathai Koh Samui, Manathai Khao Lak and Manathai Surin Phuket before rebranding and re-opening by the year-end high season as Outrigger Koh Samui Beach Resort, Outrigger Khao Lak Beach Resort and Phuket Manathai by Outrigger
The German National Tourist Board’s ‘Feel Good’ campaign to promote sustainable holidays
The ‘Feel Good’ initiative illustrates the various sustainable tourism offerings across the country
Expo 2020 Dubai appoints Thomas Cook & SOTC as Authorised Ticket Resellers
Expo 2020 will provide a visually striking and emotionally inspiring 182 days, as more than 200 participants – including nations, multilateral organisations, businesses, and educational institutions, as well as millions of visitors – create the largest and most diverse World Expo ever
