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First Marriott Resort in Dubai is set to open in September 2021. Located on the beach of the iconic Palm Jumeirah, the first Marriott Resort in Dubai offers the best of both worlds, catering to both the leisure seeking and dynamic business traveller. With the convenient conjunction to Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road, connecting the downtown area and the Burj Khalifa with the main shopping malls and business districts, the resort is the ideal starting point to explore all that Dubai has to offer. Our Rooms have private balconies and offer deluxe bedding, complimentary Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Enjoy a swim in the hotel’s beachside pool, workout in the fitness centre or relax at the Saray Spa. Young travellers can enjoy their own space at the indoor Kidz Club. The hotel has 8 restaurants which include Korean, Italian, Japanese and Mexican cuisines. In front of the hotel is the West Beach promenade where guests can relax on the hotel’s private beach, swim or enjoy water sports in the warm waters of the Arabian Gulf, explore the restaurants along the promenade and more.

Have a light-hearted and unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration by availing these hard-to-beat deals at Wyndham hotels Ajman. The hotels are offering special packages inclusive of a one-night stay with breakfast and NYE gala dinner at Majestic Ballroom for two adults and up to two kids below the age of six. The package starts at AED699/ for Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ajman, AED799/ for Ramada by Wyndham Beach Hotel Ajman, and AED899/ for Wyndham Garden Ajman Corniche. Guests can also opt for just the gala dinner at Majestic Ballroom for AED350/ per person. Kids aged six to 12 can avail 50% discount while children five years old and below dine for free. Welcome drinks will be served starting at 7:30 pm, and the buffet will be open from 8:30 pm.

Dur Hospitality has inaugurated the 4-star Holiday Inn & Suites in Al Jubail Industrial area, adding a new and noteworthy property to its rich lineup of hotels and accommodation offerings spread all around the Kingdom. The new hotel will be operated through a franchise agreement with the globally-acclaimed Intercontinental Hotel Group, and is set to augment the hospitality and leisure scene in the Al Jubail region. It sits aptly on a land area of 10,000 square meters, and comprises 144 rooms and suites designed with novel amenities and ranging from single, twin, and king rooms, in addition to suites with fully-equipped kitchenettes that especially cater to long-term guests. Sultan Al Otaibi, CEO of Dur Hospitality, described this step as a remarkable accomplishment for Dur which underscores its commitment towards an ambitious expansion strategy and contribution to the targets of Saudi Vision 2030 relating to augmenting the hospitality sector and its role within the Kingdom’s economy, taking into account the novel coronavirus pandemic which took a hefty toll on the sector. He also commended the outstanding world-class services presented by the Holiday Inn & Suites Al Jubail Hotel, which is diligently designed to fulfil the needs of guests at the highest standards and present modern accommodation experiences paired with an authentic Saudi spirit, all while observing the highest hygiene and safety measures to guarantee the health, wellbeing, and peace of mind of each guest. On his end, Hassan Ahdab, President of Hotel Operations at Dur restated the commitment of Dur and its International partners in reviving the sector and supporting its progress. He additionally reiterated the added value presented by the Holiday Inn & Suites Al Jubail Hotel for Al Jubail’s …

With weather creating a perfect symphony for holidaymakers, now is the time to savour Oman’s beauty and discover its hidden gems – from high desert to coastal campouts – with a staycation at Hormuz Grand Muscat, A Radisson Collection Hotel. The iconic 5-star hotel has introduced exciting staycation packages, exclusively for GCC residents, inviting guests to unwind in its luxurious facility and make the most of the weekend at its scenic property. Guests availing the weekend staycation package can pamper themselves and enjoy benefits ranging from dining and spa to entertainment and more, while celebrating the beautiful outdoors season. The Staycation offer includes one night stay, dinner & breakfast with complimentary upgrade to the next room category, VIP amenity on arrival and Muscat International airport pick up for only OMR 55 net, for two adults and two kids below the age of 12 years. This offer is valid until the end of January 2021. Panos Panagis, General Manager & District Director Oman said, “With Oman relaxing visa requirements for tourists from over 100 countries, we are looking forward to the new season with a host of exciting offers. We are committed to creating memorable experiences for our guests and have tailored our new staycation package to ensure the best of luxury and nature, exclusively for our GCC guests. Oman is a beautiful country to escape the hustle and bustle of the big cities and welcomes it’s visitors with otherworldly natural wonders, including the ‘Grand Canyon of Arabia’ and a number of water-filled oasis that are perfect for a hike or a swim.”

Hotelbeds announced a preferred deal with Flight Centre, this partnership Hotelbeds and its retail channel Bedsonline – that exclusively caters to retail travel agents – will increase distribution reach in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, South Africa, Canada, the USA, India, Hong Kong, and Dubai. As part of the partnership Flight Centre will connect to Hotelbeds’ product portfolio via the API solutions offered by Hotelbeds.Flight Centre will gain full access to Hotelbeds’ extensive portfolio of 180,000 hotel properties in 140 countries worldwide providing breadth and depth of range globally – many of which are contracted under special terms and conditions – supplementing Flight Centre’s own direct range. In addition, Flight Centre will also now offer its clients ancillary services from the Beyond The Bed portfolio of Hotelbeds, which comprises 25,000 transfer routes, 18,000 activities in more than 680 destinations, and 30,000 pick-up locations in 170 countries. León Herce, Global Sales Director at Hotelbeds said, “We are very excited to announce our preferred partnership with Flight Centre. Not only is Flight Centre one of the largest retail travel in Australia but it also has many outlets on high streets in leading source markets worldwide. “This is great news for our 180,000 hotel property partners worldwide, all of whom place great value on retail travel agency guests – not least from long-haul source markets such as Australia, New Zealand, UK, South Africa, Canada, the USA, India, Hong Kong, and Dubai.” Michelle Connolly, Global Procurement Leader – Leisure at Flight Centre, added, “We have ambitious plans to grow further and extend our sales reach to more international markets, and Hotelbeds is the right partner to do so due to its extensive global portfolio …

Rove La Mer Beach opens on the sunny shores of Dubai’s iconic La Mer beachfront, where the surf meets the city. Guided by Dubai Tourism’s vision to offer global travellers customisable experiences suitable for every type of visitor, Rove La Mer Beach gives Rovers (guests) the perfect excuse to soak in the sun, sand and pristine beach waters, explore trendy restaurants, and enjoy an affordable beachside stay. Centrally located, only a 10-minute drive from City Walk and Downtown Dubai. “Rove La Mer Beach is Rove Hotels’ first beachfront hotel and an exciting step in the brand’s journey. As we add more and more convenient locations to our ever-growing collection of well-connected hotels, we continue to find new ways to engage the modern traveller with a diverse array of enriching experiences. By bringing fun, affordable and fuss-free hospitality to La Mer, Rove aims to redefine people’s expectations of what a beachfront hotel is supposed to be and make them accessible to a wider range of travellers,” says Paul Bridger, Corporate Director of Rove Hotels.

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas announced its creative and exciting programming to share the holidays with family and friends in one of Malaysia’s finest beaches. Along a pristine 17- kilometer beachfront facing the South China Sea, the property sits near Iskandar Malaysia and is easily accessible via a 45-minute drive from Senai International Airport and a two-hour drive from Singapore. Spending time with family helps children gain a greater sense of self-worth, boost in confidence, and helps build family values that will go down from generation to generation. Allowing for more family bonding time as well as intimate couple retreats, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, has created the following offerings: For the perfect family vacation, guests may choose the Anantara Staycation package. The package includes incredible savings, a candlelit dinner for two, one-night stay for two in a deluxe sea view room, daily breakfast, complimentary dinner for one child aged up to 11 years from kids’ menu, and one bottle of sparkling or house wine. The Layang Layang Kids Club and Teens Club will help parents keep the kids entertained with fun activities such as cupcake making class, pizza making class, boardgames and more. A quick and romantic getaway to the Malaysian golden shores is most easy when booking the Anantara Spa Essence package. The package includes accommodation in a room or villa, daily breakfast for two and a 60-minute Anantara Signature Massage for two per stay. Recently awarded Malaysia’s Best Resort Spa at the 2020 World Spa Awards, Anantara Desaru’s Spa offers a world of escape overlooking the ocean. Indulge in a signature massage for two, laying side by side as Eastern and Western techniques, combined with …

As travellers plan ahead and locals explore destinations closer to home, Four Seasons provides peace of mind with the highest standards of health and safety, personalised experiences and uncompromising luxury. “Exciting new hotel openings, renovations and enhancements are progressing across the portfolio, all with a focus on creating the most exceptional luxury experiences while welcoming guests safely,” says Christian Clerc, President, Global Operations for Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. “Regardless of the destination, Four Seasons guests can take comfort in knowing that their health and safety is our highest priority.” In May 2020, the company introduced Lead With Care, an enhanced global health and safety program for employees, guests and residents that responds to the evolving nature of the pandemic in concert with local health authorities. Given the fluid and unique situation in each local market, Four Seasons also created Welcome Back, a centralised place to find the latest information about property reopenings and current facility availability, including any temporary changes to the on-property experience.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced its continued expansion in Dubai with the opening of the 290-room upscale Wyndham Dubai Deira, and the 94-key Super 8 by Wyndham Dubai Deira – its first property in the UAE under the stylish economy brand. Located in the historic area of Deira, the newly opened hotels are the first in the highly anticipated Deira Enrichment Project and part of a strategic effort by Wyndham to meet travellers’ growing demand for accommodations at varying price points across the region. The Deira Enrichment Project- a development by Ithra Dubai, fully owned by Investment Corporation of Dubai is a mixed-use development situated along the Dubai creek in the southern part of Deira. With the goal of expanding the urban fabric of the existing Deira community towards the waterfront, the project is expected to become one of the largest waterfronts and man-made developments in the world. Michel Augier, Regional Director, Middle East and Africa, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, said, “The Deira Waterfront has great potential to attract visitors from around the world, many of whom bring varying accommodation needs, making it the ideal location to further expand our presence. With distinct offerings from economy to upscale, this marks yet another step in our continued commitment to making hotel travel possible for all.”

TIME Hotels Management has officially taken over the management of the Onyx Hotel Apartments in Al Qusais, Dubai, its fifth property in Dubai and its seventh in the UAE. TIME Hotels took over day-to-day operations of the rebranded TIME Onyx Hotel Apartments Al Qusais on Saturday (December 12) following an official handover ceremony, which was attended by Mohamed Awadalla, CEO, TIME Hotels and Ali Mohammad Obaid Al Qutami Al Suwaidi, Managing Director, Jams HR Solutions. Commenting, Mohamed Awadalla, CEO, TIME Hotels, said, “This latest management acquisition, further reinforces our steady and focused growth strategy to expand our footprint in the UAE responsibly. The UAE hospitality sector has grown steadily in confidence, since the initial COVID-19 lockdown in April and now that vaccines are ready to be rolled out, I am very optimistic that our industry will rebound in 2021, especially during the build up to Expo 2020.” “TIME Onyx Hotel Apartment has been classified as a Deluxe Hotel Apartment and due to our location and our facilities, we are ideally suited for both corporate and leisure guests, whether it’s a short family weekend break, or an executive looking for a base, while making lengthy business trips, or working on local projects,” said Karim Ellecy, General Manager.