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Rotana is working on its strategies to attract more visitors this Ramadan and beyond. Timur Ilgaz, Area Vice President – Dubai & Northern Emirates, Rotana Hotels & Resorts shared in an exclusive interview with TTME. What is your strategy for attracting visitors during Ramadan and the Eid holiday, particularly from Abu Dhabi and the GCC? Tailored Offerings: We design special packages that include iftar and suhoor experiences, showcasing a mix of traditional and contemporary cuisine, while ensuring the ambiance reflects the spirit of Ramadan. We also offer flexible booking options, ensuring guests can enjoy extended stays with exclusive rates. Emphasizing Cultural and Local Traditions: At Rotana, we prioritize integrating local culture and customs into our experiences. During Ramadan, we focus on promoting the values of generosity, family, and togetherness, which resonate with our guests. This can include activities such as traditional storytelling sessions, local music performances, and showcasing regional crafts. Exclusive Eid Celebrations: Eid is a time of joy and celebration, and we create memorable experiences for families and business travellers alike. From lavish Eid brunches to special events and entertainment, we ensure that our offerings are both exciting and culturally relevant. Community Engagement: We emphasize the importance of giving back, so we partner with charitable organizations to host events that support local communities, ensuring that our guests can participate in meaningful initiatives. Enhanced Customer Experience: Our focus is always on service excellence, so we ensure that staff are well-trained to cater to the specific needs of Ramadan and Eid guests. This includes offering special touches, such as pre-arrival communications and thoughtful amenities that enhance the guest experience. By delivering a balanced combination of cultural sensitivity, exclusive offers, and high-level …

Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel in partnership with AirOWater Global unveiled the region’s first 100% water from air sustainable water bottling plant. This innovative initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), addressing critical environmental challenges while setting a new benchmark for water logistics, water security & plastic free environment & sustainable practices in the hospitality industry. The launch event was graced by His Highness Sheikh Abdulaziz Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Ajman Department of Tourism Development and His Excellency Mahmood Khaleel Ahmed Alsayed Alhashmi, Director General of Ajman Department of Tourism Development. Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel, expressed his pride in leading this transformative project. “We are proud to launch this sustainable initiative with this bottling plant, which promotes the concept of plastic-free reusable glass bottles. This initiative not only reduces plastic waste in landfills but also leverages an untapped resource – water from air. We believe this solution is a game-changer and will inspire other hotels to adopt similar sustainable practices,” said Hamdani. Shubhojit Mahalanobis, Co-Founder and Partner at AirOWater Global, highlighted the significance of this partnership. “We are thrilled to collaborate with Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel and commend their unwavering commitment to sustainability. Our water-from-air technology and reusable glass bottle model have empowered the hotel to go plastic-free while boosting their ESG credentials. We look forward to strengthening our partnership and exploring new opportunities in the Northern Emirates.” The state-of-the-art bottling plant at Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel produces an impressive 365,000 liters of pure drinking water annually by harnessing atmospheric moisture. This revolutionary “water-from-air” technology eliminates the need for plastic bottles, providing a plastic-free solution for the hotel’s water requirements. The plant …