Dubai & Arabia D
ubai and Arabia continue to go from strength to strength and show no sign of slowing down, with Dubai getting ready for EXPO2020 with a target of 20 million visitors, and huge development of both hotels and out-of-this-world attractions across all destinations. Gold Medal’s sales into the region are up across the board with the once lesser known, Ras Al Khaimah up a whopping 112%. This year’s portfolio see 20 new properties and new experiences added for 2019, to ensure we’re selling the
very best product to you and your customers. 20 new properties, two new multi-centre holidays & new experiences added for 2019
New Dubai city centre hotels The last 12 months has seen a trend towards three-star properties opening in the city to cater for stopovers and budget conscious travellers. Check out three-star Zabeel House by Jumeirah and Zabeel House MINI on page 74.
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New Abu Dhabi at ractions Abu Dhabi continues to target growth with the opening of new attractions including Warner Bros. WorldTM
abu Dhabi on Yas Island and the Louvre
Abu Dhabi – Gold Medal’s sales to the UAE’s capital grew 8% in 2018. To support this increase in visitation there are new hotels being built too. On Saadiyat Island we’ve included two new openings, fi ve-star Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island and fi ve-star, all inclusive property Rixos Saadiyat Island.
Indian Ocean & India R
esponding to increasing market demand, this year sees Gold Medal’s Indian Ocean & Indian brochure increase by 14 pages, with new product added across the portfolio. Sales in 2018 were strong across all destinations, and this looks to continue in 2019. Gold Medal saw double digit growth in room nights to the Maldives and an overall lift of 9% year on year for Sri Lanka. In response to these trends, we’ve increased the portfolio to include nine new properties in the Maldives and seven new properties in Sri Lanka,
plus we’ve added a handful of new additions in our other destinations, to further complement our existing portfolio. 29 new properties & two new extended tours added for 2019
India beach breaks Last year we introduced India to the Gold Medal portfolio for the fi rst time, following its success this year we have increased our product range in the beach destination of Goa to the meet the increasing demand from the UK market. See page 96
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New addition: Zuri White Sands HHHH This award-winning, beachfront resort offers a tranquil escape and an authentic Goan experience. Spread across acres of gardens, Zuri White Sands boasts a large pool, a wide range of cuisine, a selection of sports to entertain and a spa in which to relax. See page 99
Focus on the Maldives
Arrivals into the Maldives from the UK market are on the up, and tourism arrivals overall are expected to increase signifi cantly over
the next few years. At Gold Medal, we saw double
digit growth in room nights into the Maldives, with a strong focus on luxury (four and fi ve star) product. To meet the demand from the worldwide market the country has embarked on a large-scale development project with new hotel openings and an expansion of the airport, with a runway extension which allows A380s to land.
Enhanced experiences In this year’s brochure we’ve included more
information on the incredible amount of experiences and activities there are across the region to help inspire your
customers and help you to sell more attachments. On pages 16-17 we showcase the fantastic choice of attractions and dining experiences on offer including brunch, Michelin-starred restaurants and Ladies’ Night, as well as the popular sporting and music events going on in the destination, including the Rugby 7’s and Golf Open Championship.
All inclusive options Within our portfolio there are twenty properties across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah offering all inclusive options.
Africa T
his year sees the Gold Medal Africa portfolio refreshed with 41 new properties added for 2019, plus much more. A huge part of visiting Africa is the experiences on offer, with this in mind we’ve added more day tours, safari experiences and destination insight than ever before to help inspire both you and your customers when creating the ultimate adventure. From city breaks, to touring options, safaris to beach retreats, Gold Medal have a great range of product to suit your customer’s needs.
41 new properties added for 2019 On Safari
A huge part of what makes Africa so special is the opportunity to see its diverse wildlife. There’s an extensive choice throughout East and South Africa, with a variety of options to suit all tastes… so where to start? New for this year, we’ve included a section that compares the different safari areas and explains what your customers can expect from the experience to help you better sell this incredible holiday type. See page 14
New safari lodge: Ulusaba Private Game Reserve ULUSABA is Sir Richard Branson’s Private Safari Game Reserve located in the Sabi Sand Reserve. Known for quality safari experiences, with some of the most experienced rangers in the country, you can relax as soon as you step off the plane at the private airstrip and prepare for a place of complete luxury. See page 57
NEW! We’ve also included 13 new safari lodges this year too, here’s a lit le more about one of our favourites…
Off the beaten track With a diverse range of unique experiences
and an abundance of terrains
and landscapes, Africa is truly an adventure seeker’s paradise. For those looking to get ‘off the beaten track’ and delve deeper into this fascinating destination we’ve hand- picked a selection of experiences not to be missed. See page 98
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