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Navigating the Future of Air Travel

The Role of NDC in Transforming the Industry

By Ernesto Sanchez Beaumont, Managing Director Amadeus Gulf

In the ever-evolving travel industry, airlines and travel agencies are increasingly turning to cutting-edge solutions to stay competitive and deliver enhanced customer experiences. One such airline retailing solution is New Distribution Capability (NDC), a transformative approach that is reshaping how airlines and travel sellers interact with consumers, unlocking new opportunities for personalization, differentiation, and growth.

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musafir.com Partners with Czech Tourism to Showcase the Best of the Czechia to UAE Travelers

September 10, 2024, Dubai, UAE – musafir.com, a premier online travel agency in the UAE, has entered into a strategic partnership with Czech Tourism to promote Czechia as a must-visit destination for travelers from the UAE. This collaboration is poised to elevate travel experiences by offering exclusive packages that highlight Czechia’s stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture.

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The partnership will see musafir.com and Czech Tourism jointly launching a series of marketing campaigns, including dynamic social media promotions, engaging content, and various promotional activities. The focus will be on bringing Czechia’s unique attractions to the forefront, with special attention to iconic destinations such as Prague, the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov, the luxurious spa town of Karlovy Vary, and the picturesque countryside. These efforts aim to inspire travelers to explore the charm and beauty of this Central European destination.

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Resorts World One commences sailings from Dubai on 1 November  

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  • With 2 and 3 Night Cruises to Sir Bani Yas, Doha, Khasab and Muscat.
  • Boosting inbound and outbound cruise travel in Dubai and across the Gulf
  • With certified Halal, Indian vegetarian and international dining offerings

4 Sept 2024(Dubai): Resorts World Cruises officially launches the homeport deployment of Resorts World One in Dubai from 1 November with the support of Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), together with Oman Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Qatar Tourism, Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi and the port authorities.

4 September 2024 (Dubai, UAE) – At Resorts World Cruises’ first press conference in Dubai with the support of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the cruise line announced the debut of Resorts World One in the Gulf in the Middle East. Starting 1 November 2024, the Resorts World One will homeport in Dubai via DP World’s Mina Port Rashid to offer three weekly departures. These include the 2 Night Sir Bani Yas Weekend Cruise (Friday departures); the 3 Night Oman (Khasab-Muscat) Cruise (Sunday departures); and the 2 Night Doha Cruise (Wednesday departures). For a longer cruise vacation, passengers can combine any of the itineraries to make a 4, 5 or 7 Night Cruise. 

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Turkish Airlines Completes Financing of Two Airbus A350 Aircraft in Swiss Franc with KfW IPEX-Bank

Turkish Airlines, flying to more international destinations than any other airline, continues to expand its fleet with new aircraft acquisitions. Reaffirming its leading position time and again in this regard, the national flag carrier has completed another unique financing transaction.

Two new-generation Airbus A350 aircraft that joined the flag carrier’s fleet in August 2024 are financed in Swiss Franc by KfW IPEX-Bank under the guarantee of European Export Credit Agencies. This unique transaction showcases Turkish Airlines’ ability to diversify and extend its financier base geographically as well as demonstrates a strong financial management approach to take advantage of cost efficiency while minimizing currency risks.

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Connect. China 2024 Concludes with Resounding Success, Bridging MENA and Chinese Luxury Travel Markets

August 30, 2024, Dubai, UAE – The highly anticipated Connect. China 2024 event, hosted on August 29th at the prestigious Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, has concluded with remarkable success. This exclusive event, which brought together the MENA region’s most luxurious travel suppliers and influential Chinese luxury travel buyers, has set a new standard in the luxury travel industry.

Xing Zhang, the visionary founder of Connect. China, expressed her satisfaction with the event’s outcomes: “We are thrilled with the success of Connect. China 2024. The event has proven the growing appeal of the MENA region as a premier destination for Chinese luxury travellers. The meaningful connections and partnerships established here are just the beginning of a long and prosperous journey for both regions. Connect. China has truly set a new benchmark for luxury travel events.”

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