34 Feature EXHIBITOR VOX POPS
What the exibitors say
As Arabian Travel Market draws to a close, a selection of exhibitors share their highlights from a busy week
CAROL I. HAY Director of Marketing, UK & Europe
CARIBBEAN TOURISM ORGANIZATION (CTO) This is the fourth year CTO has exhib- ited at ATM. For us, it’s a great plat- form to meet buyers from so many countries, and we can help them real- ise how accessible the Caribbean is in terms of flights. 2017 is the year of adventure for the Caribbean. If you want the beach, it’s there for you – but you can also do every- thing from diving wrecks to hiking volcanic peaks. It’s a chilled-out experience, but there’s also plenty of adventure and excitement for those who want it. Visit stand: AM6410
ALPER CAN BULCUM Cluster General Manager
RAMADA PLAZA JUMEIRAH BEACH AND RAMADA HOTEL & SUITES SHARJAH At this year’s show we have been highlighting the completion of Ramada Hotel & Suites Sharjah. The newly renovated hotel has earned four-star status and is ready to welcome more corporate business with the addition of new room cate- gories, as well as six diverse meet- ing and event venues with upgraded food and beverage options and an Executive Lounge. ATM is always a great opportunity to stay up-to-date with the latest market trends. Visit stand: HC0605
ABDIN NASRALLA Chief Executive Officer
DUBAI GOURMET Qasr Al Sultan Boutique Hotel opened in February, so this is our first time exhibiting it at ATM. The property is something new and unique, an exclusive brand which celebrates the heritage and culture of Dubai. A lifestyle concept, we have live entertainment every night, a fantastic food bazaar, retail outlets and 12 Royal Villas, which will open in September. A third phase is then planned in Q2 2018 with team-build- ing facilities and plenty for families too. Qasr Al Sultan really is a desti- nation for everyone. Visit stand: ME3110
SALIH OZER Cultural & Information Attaché, Turkey to the UAE
TURKISH TOURISM Turkey attaches great importance to its relationship with Gulf coun- tries. The Turkish Pavilion at ATM is hosting many attractions to draw the attention of visitors, including performances from folk dancers and traditional cuisine. While Istan- bul is indispensable on every itiner- ary, Turkey is not just Istanbul – we have many alternative and attractive destinations such as Bodrum, İzmir, Pamukkale and Cappadocia. There is magnificent diversity, which makes it a nation for every taste, and it also has great potential for MICE tourism. Visit stand: EU8120, EU8130
MAGGIE BOOTSMAN Manager
TRAVEL COUNSELLORS This has been my third time attending Arabian Travel Market and I believe it is still the key meeting place for everyone involved in the tourism and hospitality sector in the UAE. No other medium can offer you the same face-to-face meeting and networking opportunities. It’s a forum to learn, build personal and business rela- tionships, forge new alliances and partnerships, and hear from industry leaders. ATM is a must for everyone who wants to be part of the future of the tourism industry, both in the region and internationally. I’ll defin- tely be planning a return next year.
HOSNI ABDEL HADI Chief Executive Officer
CARLTON HOTEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY This year’s ATM has been hugely successful for us, having just taken over Carlton Downtown hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road. At Carlton, we have long-term growth at the fore- front of our agenda. The strategy is to develop within the UAE market and then expand to key cities across Europe; London, Paris, Madrid and beyond. The UAE continues to be one of the world’s most competitive economies for travel and tourism and this is significant and vital for the Carlton brand. Visit stand: ME3110
HELEN MELLOR-MITCHELL VP – Brand Engagement & Communications
DUBAI AIRPORTS We have aimed to showcase at Arabian Travel Market how we’re doing things very differently as an airport. We don’t see ourselves as just an infrastructure supplier anymore; we’re very much a destina- tion in ourselves. We’re all about rein- venting the entire airport experience – with our regular live music perfor- mances, WOW-Fi (the world’s best Wi-Fi service), smart gates, food and beverage partnerships, and a series of exciting new lifestyle announce- ments that will be coming in the next few weeks. Visit stand: ME3340
NEHME IMAD DARWICHE CEO
JANNAH HOTELS & RESORTS At this year’s ATM, we have been showcasing Jannah Hotels & Resorts’ expansion beyond the UAE. We expect to more than double the number of properties we operate in the next five years, and by 2022, the group is projected to manage 33 luxury properties in the Middle East. After the launch of Jannah Resort & Villas Ras Al Khaimah, 2017 will see further openings including Jannah Residence in Abu Dhabi and Jannah Ras Al Khor, Sharjah. Jannah endeav- ours to be the leading hospitality brand in the Middle East. Visit stand: ME2115, ME2250
SERGE ZAALOF Chief Operating Officer
ATLANTIS RESORTS AND RESI- DENCES This year at ATM, we had great announcements to share with industry leaders, including the new offerings Atlantis, The Palm have tailored for 2017. The Atlantis brand is expanding with the soft opening of Atlantis Sanya Hainan in China in October. Work on the Royal Atlantis and Residences project in Dubai is on schedule and we have also recently announced the Atlantis Ko Olina in Hawaii which, when it opens, will mark the first Atlantis resort in the United States. Visit stand: HC0230
TAKATO SASAKI CEO
AYABEX TOUR OPERATOR This is our third time exhibiting at ATM, previously with Kyoto Conven- tion & Visitors Bureau, and this year as part of the Japan National Tour- ism Organization pavilion. Demand to visit Japan from the Middle East has been increasing significantly in recent years, and we have found the market is in need of quality DMCs that can provide total tour packages with special attention to this market’s unique requirements. Ayabex under- stands this and delivers. We have met great agents at ATM, and our business has grown significantly. Visit stand: AS2329
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