Flights & Hotels

Hotel offers thoughtful relocation support and special packages to make long-stay guests feel at home

Moving countries often brings with it a lot more than a culture shock. From big decisions such as the best schools for the kids, to minor inconveniences like making sure your living area doubles up as your work space for those first few weeks, putting your stay in the hands of those who know the ropes can make a world of difference.

Which is why Four Seasons Hotel Doha makes for the best introduction to the city – from a seamless airport pick up for the whole family, to little treats for the kids to help make them feel immediately at ease, Four Seasons Hotel Doha’s talented team uses years of experience serving long stay guests to make brand new faces feel at home.

On Tuesday, 15th May, 2012 in Dubai, Six Senses Zighy Bay received three new accolades from the Middle East Hotel Awards and renewed a fourth from the Middle East Spa Awards.  The Middle East Spa Awards were held in the morning, honouring the Six Senses Spa as standalone winner of Best Sustainable Initiative, an award also won the year prior.

Wellness Manager Steve Harvey accepted the award on behalf of the team, thanking them for their commitment to environmental friendly practices, “We have a rich environment in Oman, and preserving her is fundamental to our philosophy.”  General Manager Axel Jarosch added, “The renewal of this title demonstrates we are consistently the Best Sustainable Spa. We are very proud.”

Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, will be host airline of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) World Passenger Symposium (WPS) 2012, to be held in Abu Dhabi in October.

Airline, travel agent, ground handlers and suppliers, as well as government representatives attend the event with the goal of finding solutions to industry challenges.

It is the first time that Abu Dhabi has hosted the WPS which will take place from 16 to 18 October and will be held at Jumeirah at Etihad Towers.

Investment experts at AHIC 2012 highlight opportune offers in GCC hospitality climate – post-Arab Spring resilience indicative of investor sentiment
Internationally renowned experts gathered at this year’s Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) and delivered a clear and consistent message: now is the right time to invest in the Gulf’s growing hotel industry – namely the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Oman.

Commenting on the common thread to emerge from AHIC’s main sessions which addressed the changing geo-political landscapes in the Middle East, and its ramifications for investors and developers, Jonathan Worsley, Chairman & CEO Bench Events, Board Member STR Global said:

“Dubai is setting the standard in hotel occupancy rates and sustainability; Saudi Arabia is sagaciously tapping its oil funds to lead the way in religious tourism and prudently diversifying its contribution to GDP away from hydrocarbon revenues; and Oman – the often mentioned ‘dark horse’ at the conference – presents a landscape fertile for hospitality development.

Escape the summer heat or plan ahead for your vacation next Fall in Switzerland or any parts of Europe with SWISS from Dubai.

SWISS, Swiss International Air Lines, today announced its special fare offers on bookings made up until 29 May 2012 for outbound travel dates up to 31 October 2012.  Return fares inclusive of taxes and fees start from as little as AED2,220 in SWISS Economy to Genevaand from AED2,490 to other key European destinations.Onboard SWISS Economy, passengers get to enjoy the sumptuous meal offered and relax on the ergonomically enhanced seats and ample legroom.

Travellers who prefer the comfort and luxury of premium cabins can book their flights to Europe in SWISS Business from AED11,310for return fares inclusive of taxes and fees.  While flying SWISS Business, guests’ palatesare treated to SWISS Taste of Switzerland and enjoy the comfort of the two-metrelieflat bed which can be adapted to personal preference from soft to firm, with an additional massage function.

Not content to launch an app with basic functionalities, The Ritz-Carlton App serves up exclusive tips, tours and integrates with the brands other social platforms such as Foursquare World Concierge

CHEVY CHASE, MD. May 1, 2012 - The long anticipated Ritz-Carlton Mobile App will more than surprise users.  Always anticipating the unexpressed needs of guests and travelers worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. debuts a mobile application that goes well beyond basic hotel search and reservation functionality, initiating a distinctive experience before a hotel visit has even begun.

Most notably, The Ritz-Carlton App includes Presidential Tips.  As president of the luxury hotel company, Herve Humler has seen and experienced all that is so unique and exquisite about Ritz-Carlton hotels – from a secluded garden in Sanya to a one-of-a-kind Viennese crystal chandelier in Doha, he shares his favorite tips about each hotel with consumers.

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has been awarded ‘Best Business Class Airline, Middle East’ in the prestigious Business Destinations Travel Awards 2012.

The Business Destinations Travel Awards are voted for by readers of Business Destinations magazine, which is published in the UK every other month. The magazine has a worldwide readership of more than 100,000 and is distributed in premium aircraft cabins and airport lounges, to travel professionals and is sold through retail outlets.

• Arab world’s largest low-cost carrier to provide three weekly flights starting June 2, 2012

• New service marks seventh destination in the Kingdom, 74th worldwide

Sharjah, UAE; May 12, 2012: Air Arabia (PJSC), the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier, today announced introduction of services to Taif, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, from the carrier’s primary hub in Sharjah, UAE.