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JAPAN EYES GULF VISITOR POTENTIAL During the show, JNTO has been highlighting


Attending Arabian Travel Market for the first time this year, Japan is looking to Middle East visitors to help the country meet its target of 40 million international tourists by 2020. The show provides an ideal platform for Japan


National Tourism Organization (JNTO) to access the lucrative GCC market and showcase the coun- try’s unique charms to a wider regional audience. The Eastern nation has seen a sharp year-on-


year growth in international visitors, which have more than doubled since 2013. In 2016, more than 24 million people travelled


to the country, compared to 10.3 million inbound visitors in 2013. Last year was a turning point for Japan’s tourism industry, marking the first time the country welcomed more than 20 million visi- tors in a single year. Hopes are high that Japan will reach its target of 40 million visitors in time for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.


the country’s many assets, which include unique heritage, modern pop culture phenomena such as anime, luxury experiences, tax-free shopping and Japan’s traditional ‘washoku’ cuisine. With a view to boosting its appeal for Middle


Eastern guests, many hotels, hospitality and restaurant partners throughout Japan have also made extensive efforts to understand the cultural requirements of Muslim travellers, offering a range of halal options and services that are sensitive to religious requirements. To further entice Middle Eastern visitors,


JNTO is also launching a selection of special packages for travellers from the UAE to Japan, offering exclusive holiday deals which will be valid until the end of December 2017. ——— Visit stand AS2329


ABU DHABI HOTELS ON THE UP


Highlighting the strength of the hospitality sector in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi National Hotels PJSC (ADNH) has posted a rise in profits. The homegrown company saw US$350 million (AED1.3 billion) in operating revenues in 2016 with the firm, which has interests in hotels, catering, transport and retail, recording a three percent increase in net profits amounting to US$66.4 million (AED244 million). ADNH’s hotel division alone posted US$229.8 million (AED844 million) in total revenue for 2016, a profit of US$20.7 million (AED76 million). An ADNH spokesperson said: “The 2016 figures were achieved in a very challenging


market. The city however continues to experi- ence growth in supply of a number of hotel rooms and we are committed to delivering excellent guest experiences across all sectors.” As a result of the company’s positive perfor-


mance in 2016, a cash dividend of US$27.2 million (AED100 million) was paid out, which is equivalent to 10 percent of the nominal value of the issued share capital. Among ADNH’s properties are The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal; Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Villas; Hilton Abu Dhabi; Hilton Al Ain and Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach. ——— Visit stand ME2115, ME2250


SABRE SHOWCASES TRANSFORMATIVE TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY DURING SHOW


Spotlighting three major travel trends currently shaping the market, Sabre Corporation, the lead- ing technology provider to the travel and tourism industry, has been highlighting its latest develop- ments at this year’s show. Online travel, digitalisation and personali-


sation are the forces steering today’s tourism industry, according to the travel tech giant, which is demonstrating the new Sabre Red Workspace at its ATM stand. The system is considered to be the next-


generation travel agency platform, providing new decision support tools, predictive data insights and merchandising capabilities that bring agents and suppliers together to create a more person- alised experience. The technology is designed to meet the


demands of today’s new, more empowered trav- eller seeking tailored trips and flexible packages that can be adapted at every stage to suit indi- vidual requirements.


“Travellers are willing to pay extra for a service


that is customised to meet their individual needs,” said Daniel Naoumovitch, Sabre Travel Network, Middle East. “The travel industry in the Middle East is unique and has its own specifications that should be considered when designing travel solutions. “The Middle Eastern traveller is a high adopter


of the latest personal technologies; they there- fore expect travel providers to be using the latest technology themselves.” Speakers from Sabre are also participating


in the ATM seminar programme, offering insights into industry challenges and the latest travel tech trends through several events, including the ‘Sabre Panel Discussion – Blurring Lines in Online and Offline Travel’ which took place yesterday, and today’s session, ‘The Most Common Pitfalls of Hotel Websites’. ——— Visit stand TT1550


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