42 Feature EXHIBITOR VOX POPS
What the exhibitors say...
A selection of regional and international exhibitors share their goals and ambitions during this year’s show
RUSSEL SHARPE Chief Operating Officer
CITYMAX HOTELS At Citymax Hotels, our concept aims to bring about more flexibility and simplicity in the way people interact with travel and services. As part of our growth plans for the year, we have a number of initiatives that will provide an even better outcome for visitors managing their bookings, and we aim to evolve the consumer experience through a new booking engine and revamped website. By participating as exhibitors at Arabian Travel Market, it gives us a greater platform to showcase a variety of upcoming projects and initiatives. Visit stand: HC0620
DESMOND HATTON General Manager
DUSIT THANI ABU DHABI ATM provides us with an ideal plat- form to represent our stunning 527-room hotel. The show enables us to network and boost our posi- tioning across regional and global markets, and we anticipate an over- whelming response from the travel fraternity. Besides gathering impor- tant industry insights, our emphasis is to continue highlighting our unique proposition of gracious Thai hospi- tality in the UAE’s capital city. Addi- tionally, we are also talking about the recent upgrades and development projects at our two key restaurants. Visit stand: HC1030
FRANCOIS KASSAB Chief Operating Officer
MILLENNIUM & COPTHORNE MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA Since last year’s Arabian Travel Market, we have opened six hotels in the region and are continuing to forge ahead with extensive expan- sion plans. ATM is a highlight in our calendar and we are excited to show- case our highly attractive new loyalty programme, developed especially for the Middle East. We are are also keen to demonstrate our broad selection of brands, ranging from luxury through to mid-range, with several exciting new developments also in the pipeline. Visit stand: HC0650
OMER KADDOURI President & CEO of Rotana
ROTANA As one of the leading hospital- ity management companies in the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and Eastern Europe, whose roots are etched in the United Arab Emirates, our presence at the 2017 edition of ATM has strengthened our efforts to engage and collaborate with new partners and customers, and has provided an opportunity to speak about our expansion plans for the year, showcasing our offerings to a global audience and opening up avenues for new business and stra- tegic alliances. Visit stand: HC0720
ISSAM KAZIM CEO
DUBAI CORPORATION FOR TOUR- ISM AND COMMERCE MARKETING ATM is as a platform to highlight Dubai’s appeal as a global tourist destination, as the emirate drives tourism growth in line with our Tour- ism Vision for 2020. It’s also a key event in Dubai Tourism’s calendar, as it is a focal point for the travel trade community. We have been showcasing Dubai’s dynamic tour- ism offerings, including Dubai Parks and Resorts, Dubai Opera and Dubai Water Canal, and have introduced our new industry training ‘Dubai Expert’, by Dubai College of Tourism. Visit stand: ME3110, ME3140
HAITHAM MATTAR Chief Executive Officer
RAS AL KHAIMAH TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (RAKTDA) ATM is an ideal platform to reach our audience and meet with partners to better promote our portfolio under the three destination brand pillars of adventure tourism, authentic culture and heritage, and wellness tourism. We just launched the region’s first commercial Via Ferrata and this is at the centre of further develop- ments that we will launch this year. RAKTDA noted an 11 percent rise in global visitor figures for 2016, show- ing increased popularity. Visit stand: ME3510
HUSSEIN ALI HATATA Vice President – Hospitality Division
AL KHOZAMA MANAGEMENT COMPANY Named Saudi Arabia’s leading hospi- tality company at the 2015 World Travel Awards, Al Khozama Manage- ment Company will be showcas- ing a star-studded portfolio. This includes the new Al Faisaliah Resort at Durrat Arriyadh and forthcom- ing Al Khozama Living Hotel & Resi- dences in Riyadh. Al Khozama has high expectations in meeting our set business objectives at this event, and we believe that ATM will, as always, continue to maintain its command- ing position in the region. Visit stand: HC0250
DAVID THOMSON Chief Operating Officer
JA RESORTS & HOTELS This year at ATM, we are planning to launch our new brand campaign as we look towards building an even stronger presence in the UAE and abroad. As the tourism and hospi- tality industry in the country contin- ues to grow and evolve, it is essential to both strategise and diversify the country’s economic growth by increasing the tourism flow in the UAE. As such, we are bringing a new and refreshing look at our proper- ties while staying true to our unique blend of heartfelt hospitality and casual luxury to visitors at the show. Visit stand: HC0400, AS3050
FREDDY MIKHAEL Managing Director
JC TRAVEL PROFESSIONALS PTY LTD We continue to be the Austral- ian representative for the seventh consecutive year at Arabian Travel Market. Through our deep under- standing of both the Gulf and Australian markets, we have identi- fied key synergies that allow us to custom-make memorable experi- ences for travellers. Besides unique landscapes and endless offerings for all types of trips, we’re excited to share news about our new simple-to- use online booking tool and thrilling upcoming events in Australia. Visit stand: AS2410
MOHAMED SAEED General Manager
ROYAL CARIBBEAN ARABIA Arabian Travel Market is extremely important for Royal Caribbean Inter- national and indeed, Royal Carib- bean Arabia. At this year’s edition we are also hosting our annual awards, which celebrate exceptional travel trade talent and support on our stand. As ATM is the largest regional platform for travel and tourism, we are showcasing and promoting our luxury cruise offerings both region- ally and internationally, as well as introducing our new ships and services to valued trade partners and consumers. Visit stand: CP2518
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