Archive for the ‘Travel’ Category

Summer sightseeing in New York

New York as a destination obviously needs no introduction, but it may not be a first choice for a summer vacation. However for residents of the GCC region it still provides a good alternative to the Middle East during the hot summer months.

Dubai hotel review: Amwaj Rotana

The Amwaj Rotana, located on Jumeirah Beach Residence Walk in Dubai, opened earlier this year featuring 301 rooms and conferencing facilities. But competition in this particular area is high, with two other new properties opening this year, forcing hotels to up their game. AMEinfo.com finds out what the Amwaj Rotana has to offer.

Exploring Springtime San Francisco

If you fancy taking a break from the summer heat in the Gulf, why not head to San Francisco? It is the fourth most popular city in the US and quite different from the rest of California. Weather-wise it is much cooler than the rest of the state, with chilly summer fog a frequent occurrence. The city also has a very laid back attitude, adding to the relaxed vibe of your visit.

Review: Hilton RAK Resort and Spa

The Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa is the latest addition to the UAE’s array of distinguished hotels which play on a distinctive Arabian heritage. The hotel’s main building opened in January this year, expanding on the chalet-style resort which opened in 2006.

Bangkok tour part 2 – Shop till you drop

In part one of our look at Bangkok we concentrated on the main temples, and, with around 400 temples in the city, there are many. But Bangkok has more to offer, and after a while, we found we needed a break from temples and set out to some of the other attractions on offer.

Bangkok tour part 3 – Elephant Village and the floating market

There are many tours that can be taken while holidaying in Bangkok, from pleasure trips through to historical forays. We chose one that took in the well-known floating market and Elephant Village.

Review: The Address, Downtown Burj Dubai

The Address hotel is one if the most visible buildings on the Business Bay skyline, situated next to the Dubai Mall and the city’s Old Town district, and Burj Dubai. It is also the flagship of the Address hotels, which include the Palace Old town, the Address Dubai Mall and the Address Dubai Marina.

Atlantis hotel is Dubai’s Palm jewel

The Atlantis hotel on the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai is a super-size resort where water, food, and fun are served up on a grand scale. Built at an estimated cost of $1.5bn, the 1,539-room Atlantis aims to wow you with its sheer size and opulence, and for the most part, it dazzles.

Green focus for The Business Travel Show

The Business Travel Show Dubai is teaming up with YouGovSiraj this month to roll out a comprehensive survey into the business travel trends of corporates in the UAE.

Business travel on the increase

Business travel is set to increase in the next 12 months according to business travel organisers responding to The Business Travel Show Dubai 2008 pre-show survey, conducted by YouGovSiraj.

Business Travel Show launches Educational Conference

Education will play a central role at this year’s Business Travel Show Dubai, with free keynote speeches, interactive discussion panels and an in-depth look at the Business Travel Show Dubai/YouGovSiraj survey results.

Unlock the secrets to effective travel budgets at the Business Travel Show Dubai

Business Travel specialists are eagerly registering to attend the second edition of the Business Travel Show Dubai, October 20-21.

Business Travel Show Dubai opens today

The Business Travel Show Dubai was officially opened this morning by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group, as eager professional visitors waited to enter the show and learn the secrets to managing cost effective business travel.