Tag: learning
Travel tech start-up Smartvel names CCO
editor- June 14, 2019 21:25Smartvel, a destination content technology provider, announced the appointment of Jacqueline Ulrich as Chief Commercial Officer. (CCO) Jacqueline, Swedish raised in Spain, has more than 20 years of experience in ... Read More
Rixos Premium Dubai JBR hosted 2nd Middle East Chef Excellence Awards
Dmytro Makarov- June 13, 2019 19:42The Hozpitality Group's 2nd Middle East Chef Excellence Awards, held on 12th June 2019 at Rixos Premium Dubai JBR. After receiving over 68,500 votes, the winners for Popular Choice categories ... Read More
Etihad Airways and Swae to launch artificial intelligence-powered crowd-sourcing platform
Chief Assignment Editor- June 12, 2019 16:15Etihad Airways (Etihad), the national airline of the UAE, and Swae, a startup based in Vancouver, have partnered to launch iFikra, an artificial intelligence-powered platform aimed at unlocking the full ... Read More
China, Saudi Arabia and travel tech dominate Arabian Travel Market 2019 agenda
Chief Assignment Editor- June 11, 2019 20:54This year’s Arabian Travel Market witnessed a 106% increase in visitors from China and a 20% increase in international visitors to the event, which was held at Dubai World Trade ... Read More
Airbus partners with United Airlines to manage aircraft data
Chief Assignment Editor- June 11, 2019 15:41United Airlines has become the latest US airline to connect to Airbus’ open-data platform, Skywise, following an agreement recently signed between the airline and Airbus. United will leverage Skywise to ... Read More
Japanese craftsmanship town welcomes new Hotel Oriental Express
Dmytro Makarov- June 6, 2019 18:46Hotel Oriental Express Tokyo Kamata started its operation on April 19. The hotel was founded upon the concepts of "a hotel that evokes the spirit of Kamata's unique history of ... Read More
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts: Innovative programming in celebration of Global Wellness Day
Dmytro Makarov- June 4, 2019 18:41Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® today debuts the innovative Global Wellness Day programming, which includes a variety of engaging, family-oriented health and wellness activities across the brand's properties worldwide. In celebration ... Read More
Carlson Wagonlit Travel CEO: Vigilance needed to tackle human trafficking
editor- May 28, 2019 22:12As summer unofficially begins, so will travel across the world. Also on the rise will be human trafficking, a global problem that is being addressed by a recent study of ... Read More
Mexican Caribbean revolutionizes tourism through sustainable initiatives
Chief Assignment Editor- May 28, 2019 18:55Boasting turquoise waters, lush wild jungle and historic Mayan architecture, the Mexican Caribbean has implemented revolutionary sustainable practices to maintain those natural riches, now reflected in the third annual Sustainable ... Read More
Dubai College of Tourism launches new training initiatives
Chief Assignment Editor- May 28, 2019 16:40Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), a vocational education institution established as part of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has underlined its commitment to building a network ... Read More
Maritime security the Seychelles way
Alain St.Ange- May 25, 2019 02:42Africa’s smallest nation is setting a standard for safe sustainable seas through the prosecution of pirates, international maritime cooperation, and proactive measures to protect its exclusive economic zone. As the ... Read More
Places worth visiting to get inspired to study
editor- May 23, 2019 01:47Sometimes, a student just needs to feel inspired. It happens when one is demotivated and not interested in studying anymore. A learner looks for free essays online in order not ... Read More
UNWTO Secretary-General on official visit to Italy, deepening partnership
Chief Assignment Editor- May 22, 2019 18:40The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Zurab Pololikashvili, has arrived in Rome to begin a first visit to Italy as head of the specialized agency of the United ... Read More
Studying abroad will become easier by 2021
editor- May 21, 2019 23:15It's a goal that many students set for their education: To study abroad. However, for many, it is a daunting task. However, the benefits of studying abroad often outweigh the ... Read More
Life of a student traveler
editor- May 21, 2019 21:46As the world becomes more advanced in technology, the educational sector is evolving. From the way students are taught in colleges to the various approaches and options of learning, little ... Read More
BestCities launch Inspiring Young Leaders program
Chief Assignment Editor- May 21, 2019 18:40BestCities Global Alliance has today launched the Inspiring Young Leaders program, and has recognized two associations who have committed to actively encouraging youth engagement ahead of their upcoming congresses. The ... Read More
5 Money-Saving Tips While Traveling
editor- May 16, 2019 19:45Now that you’ve done your research on your next destination for your trip, it is time to gear up and travel. While you are traveling, hotel booking charges and food ... Read More
IMEX in Frankfurt’s five steps to igniting imagination and powering up business results
Chief Assignment Editor- May 16, 2019 16:45IMEX in Frankfurt returns on 21-23 May, bringing together business event professionals from around the world to meet and do business. Planners and exhibitors alike can also tap into the ... Read More
United Airlines launches new safety video featuring Spider-Man
Chief Assignment Editor- May 13, 2019 16:30Beginning June 1, United Airlines will launch its latest inflight safety demonstration video featuring Spider-Man in an entertaining mini-drama film. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eM0H9rbqusw In addition to the safety video, United's broader promotional ... Read More
UNICEF Azraq Refugee Camp in Jordan gets help from Central Hotels COO
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 13, 2019 08:07Continuing Central Hotels’ collaboration with UNICEF, Abdulla Al Abdulla, Chief Operating Officer (C.O.O.) of Central Hotels and member of UNICEF Gulf Area Office Leadership Circle of Champions for Children and ... Read More
Airbus: Limited or no aerospace experience? No problem!
Chief Assignment Editor- May 8, 2019 20:20Airbus has launched two new hiring programs designed to employ applicants with little-to-no aviation or aerospace experience. The two programs, FlightPath9 and Fast Track, are intended to train participants for ... Read More
Snazzy new job title and new hire at AIM: Director of Innovation
editor- May 7, 2019 01:47AIM Group International, a global company in congresses, events, and communication, announced the establishment of a new strategic position, with the appointment of Annalisa Ponchia as Director of Innovation and ... Read More
SeaWorld San Antonio opens state-of-the-art Turtle Reef habitat
Chief Assignment Editor- May 3, 2019 15:57Today, SeaWorld San Antonio unveiled Turtle Reef, featuring a first-of-its-kind biofiltration habitat. Guests can get an up-close look at endangered and rescued sea turtles and multi-colored fish, while learning more ... Read More
Bermuda Tourism named Official Tourism Partner of US Open Tennis Championships
Chief Assignment Editor- May 2, 2019 17:15The Bermuda Tourism Authority, the official destination marketing organization for the island, and the United States Tennis Association (USTA), announced that Bermuda will be the exclusive tourism partner of the ... Read More
Washington Governor proclaims May as Hospitality Month
Chief Assignment Editor- May 2, 2019 00:12As the hospitality industry ramps up hiring for peak tourism season in Washington, Gov. Jay Inslee has proclaimed May as Careers in Hospitality Month. To recognize that, the Employment Security ... Read More
ATM: Machine learning and AI will revolutionize the way GCC tourism firms do business
Chief Assignment Editor- May 1, 2019 16:17Technologies such as machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) have the potential to transform the GCC’s hospitality and travel sectors, but regional operators must strike the right balance between high-tech ... Read More
ATM to launch inaugural M.E. edition of Travel Forward in 2020
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 1, 2019 09:06Travel, tourism and hospitality professionals from around the world will have an opportunity to explore the next generation of industry innovations at the Middle East’s first ever edition of Travel ... Read More
India students graduate in hotel management and catering technology
editor- May 1, 2019 01:09At the Auditorium of Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology in India, the students of batch 2015-19 were honored for their academic achievements. The event commenced with ... Read More
Comprehensive learning program delivers ‘creative collisions’ at IMEX in Frankfurt
Chief Assignment Editor- April 30, 2019 17:45‘Everyone has the potential to think creatively. Children are able to think of more than 60 new solutions per day in response to a problem. As we get older, this ... Read More
Personalize and remove friction for customers, Gulf travel companies told
Chief Assignment Editor- April 29, 2019 20:10Gulf-based travel and hospitality companies that use disruptive technologies to boost personalization and remove friction for customers are likely to become future market leaders, according to experts speaking at Arabian ... Read More
Robots, VR, holograms and AI providing power to planners at IMEX in Frankfurt
Chief Assignment Editor- April 25, 2019 18:01“As consumers we’re now used to – and expect – highly curated content in most aspects of our lives. Netflix gives viewers access to an incredible 100 million products tailored ... Read More
2019 Mekong Tourism Forum innovates with new inclusive concept in ancient town
Chief Assignment Editor- April 25, 2019 16:10Hosted by the Ministry of Culture & Tourism of P.R. China (MCT) and the People’s Government of Yunnan Province in collaboration with the Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office, this year's edition ... Read More
29th International Book Fair opens in Abu Dhabi
Chief Assignment Editor- April 25, 2019 02:25Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is playing host to the 29th edition of Abu Dhabi International Book Fair that kicked off on Wednesday with ... Read More
IMEX exhibitors invited to make Sustainable Exhibiting Pledge
Chief Assignment Editor- April 24, 2019 17:10IMEX in Frankfurt has invited exhibitors at this year’s show (21 -23 May) to make a Sustainable Exhibiting Pledge as it continues to increase its commitment to demonstrating and leading ... Read More
Ideal ocean cruise ship: Ship sizes and what they mean for your cruise
Chief Assignment Editor- April 24, 2019 01:35Ships sizes range from megaships (over 4,000 passengers) to very small vessels and luxury yachts whose passengers number in mere dozens, and knowing the differences is key to planning your ... Read More
New sales leader at Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC & Kimpton George Hotel
editor- April 19, 2019 01:50Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC and Kimpton George Hotel announced the hire of Katherine Saad-Loman as director of sales and marketing for both boutique hotels in Washington, DC. Saad-Loman brings ... Read More