Will go you for a ride on a JetPad?
A UAE-based company takes personal watercraft to the next level. And no, the owners say it’s not another version of Jet Ski.
March 5, 2012 5:06ADTA to promote ‘Golf in Abu Dhabi’
With Tiger Woods committing to an appearance in Aby Dhabi’s premier golf tournament next year, the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) is running the ‘Golf in Abu Dhabi’ umbrella marketing initiative.
December 20, 2011 10:55Rioters attack liquor stores in Iraqi Kurdistan
Rioters burned dozens of alcohol shops and damaged several hotels in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region after Friday prayers, prompting an attack a pro-Islamic party office, authorities and witnesses said on Saturday.
December 4, 2011 9:54
Timing is everything: rocky start for UAE cultural tour
Earth Cultures is hoping UK tourists will finally opt for a more cultural vacation in Dubai this Ramadan. But nobody’s buying…yet.
June 19, 2011 1:57
Checkmate: Fairmont’s Abu Dhabi hotel is back on track, we think
Looks like Fairmont Hotels is finally on its next move toward opening its Abu Dhabi hotel. Let's hope their redesigns are worth the delays, considering the competition.
May 29, 2011 2:34
If it isn’t Precious Abu Dhabi…
Just when everyone thought Dubai’s darling days were over, Fashion TV announces plans of its first ever Fashion Hotel complete with 30 channels of Fashion TV and 50,000 fashion DVDs.
May 22, 2011 2:34
Boon in times of turmoil for UAE’s tourism sector
GMR's Kathi Everden analyses the recession relapse in the region's tourism and the slightly unexpected impact it's had on the UAE's hospitality sector this year.
May 17, 2011 3:02
In Pictures: Designer Hotels
If you love fashion and all things designer related, Kipp guarantees you will enjoy clicking through this slideshow of hotel rooms designed by the crème de la crème of the fashion world.
May 2, 2011 12:32
We’re gonna need a bigger hotel…
International and local tourism is on the rise, prompting hoteliers to announce plans to open several new hotels in the UAE in the coming year.
January 18, 2011 4:47
Five-star thinking
In this age of affordability, how can luxury survive without selling out? Gaurav Sinha, managing director of Insignia branding agency, discusses how five-star hotels can maintain both occupancy and credibility.
June 10, 2010 5:32Strong momentum in UAE’s recovery, says Institute of International Finance
UAE and Gulf neighbors will lead region in economic recovery, says George Abed.
May 20, 2010 10:21ME hotels see occupancy rates drop in January
The biggest drop in occupancy was witnessed by Abu Dhabi, where the rate fell by 27.1 percent to reach 56.5 percent.
February 24, 2010 5:39Dubai hotels unlikely to recover before 2012
Hotel room rates in the emirate may never again reach the record rates seen during 2008, according to CB Richard Ellis.
February 21, 2010 11:20
Who’s visiting Dubai?
The emirate was hit by a substantial decline in tourist numbers last year, but could be on the road to recovery.
January 31, 2010 2:14Rotana predicts 100 percent occupancy during DSF
The group operates 11 hotels with more than 3300 rooms in the city.
January 24, 2010 12:00
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Turkish Airlines Can Ride Out Turbulence
The airline said there had been little impact on May 15 from a strike in protest over pay and previous sackings.
May 16, 2013 2:57
Air Berlin doesn't need Etihad's help
Last year, the German carrier posted its first annual profit since 2007.
May 16, 2013 10:54
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26