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Fahad Kanoo entered the Gallery of Legends at the sixth edition of the Arabian Travel Awards 2023. Speaking at the ceremony Fawad Kanoo – CEO – Kanoo Group shared, “An honour to accept this esteemed award. This recognition is not just for me but for everyone who believes in the power and beauty of exploration. We are all adventurers at heart, drawn together by the magic that unfolds when we discover new places and forge new connections. A heartfelt thanks to my community, supporters and fellow explorers. This award strengthens my commitment to bridge understanding through our shared journeys. To wrap up, this moment is a testament to our collective spirit. Let’s continue to ignite coercivity and make our world a variety of shared experiences. Thank you. Honour being part of this journey and thank you very much.”  

Mohamed Jassim Al Rais is a young dynamic Emirati, who completed his graduation from American University, Sharjah in 2006. His initial introduction to the Al Rais Group of Companies was made in 2002 through a Management Development Programme and thereafter in 2008 was given a Leadership role in Al Rais Holidays, Al Rais Online Services and Al Rais Rent – A – Car Company. Mr. Al Rais is now the Deputy Managing Director of Al Rais Travel & Shipping agencies (Al Rais Group) and spearheads the Strategic Direction and Growth Plan of the Organisation. Mr. Al Rais has been managing the travel group business for the past fifteen years. His aspirations are truly global and he is committed to making the Al Rais Group of Companies a market leader in the UAE. Mr. Al Rais is the Honorary Chairman of the Dubai Travel & Tour Agents Group – DTTAG since February 2022. Mr. Al Rais is also actively involved in Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing (DTCM).

Asim Arshad, Group CEO, Orient Travel and Tourism, has been chosen for the award category, Gallery of Legends. An industry veteran with over four decades of experience in the UAE, Oman, Canada and India, he has been lauded for his work in the world of Travel and Tourism. Also, as an active member of the travel industry, he has held executive roles in the National Travel and Tourism associations and has just finished his term as the Vice Chairman of IATA, APJC Gulf region.