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By the year 2020 annual growth in Muslim travel will have reached 4.8 per cent, significantly higher than the global figure of only 3.8 per cent. By this time a total of 14 per cent of all international trips will be undertaken by Muslims, according to the results of a survey presented at the ITB Berlin Convention which was carried out by Reem El Shafaki, a senior associate of DinarStandard. According…
British actor Jude Law, the heart-throb star of countless Hollywood hits, swapped red carpets for chequered flags on a recent trip to Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit - the futuristic home of the emirate’s annual Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Leonardo DiCaprio is going to get closer to stars of a different kind as he heads into space aboard the Virgin Galactic, and a well-heeled bidder at the Cannes Film Festival has paid 1.2 million euros (1.5 million) to be his travel buddy. The Hollywood star’s sub-orbital trip was among 20 goodies up for grabs at the 20th amfAR bash, a gala auction that is one of the glitziest festival events and that this…
Sipping and eating through wine country in Bordeaux, Napa Valley and Tuscany have emerged as the most popular types of luxury travel desired among the richest households in the US. In a survey of 1,200 US households who bring in incomes of more than $150,000 USD, 37 percent of respondents said their ideal luxury vacation would be to take a wine tour traipsing the French, Italian or Californian countryside,…
Sipping and eating through wine country in Bordeaux, Napa Valley and Tuscany have emerged as the most popular types of luxury travel desired among the richest households in the US. In a survey of 1,200 US households who bring in incomes of more than $150,000 USD, 37 percent of respondents said their ideal luxury vacation would be to take a wine tour traipsing the French, Italian or Californian countryside,…
The title of 'World's Tallest Building' is constantly changing hands. China's Broad Sustainable Construction (BSC) is set to start constructing a 2,750-foot (838m), 220-story high Sky City in Changsha, China. It is slated for completion at the end of this year. The building won't be built up in the traditional way. Its components have been mass-produced in factories years ahead and will be brought…
United Airlines is rolling out 180-degree flat-bed seats and personal on-demand entertainment in premium cabins on every scheduled, long-haul international flight from the New York area. “We continue to invest in every aspect of the customer experience – online, in our airports and in the air,” said Jeff Foland, United’s executive vice president – marketing, technology and strategy. “With more robust…
Abu Dhabi’s 142 hotels and hotel apartment had their best April on record last month with rises in most key performance indicators, according to figures just released by Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi). During the month some 236,704 guests checked into Abu Dhabi accommodation - a 20% rise on April last year – with guest nights jumping by almost a third to 738,797. “One of the…
Be nice. Get mad. Be early. Be late. These are some of the contradictory tips travelers have to offer when it comes to trying to score a free flight upgrade. In a recent report out of Skyscanner, 61 percent of flight attendants said they’ve bumped flyers up from economy to premium class cabins, giving preference to well-dressed passengers, those with frequent flyer status, and good manners. Readers of…
Maho Beach, located on the Dutch side of the Caribbean islands, sounds like an ideal getaway spot for relaxation with its clear blue waters and white sand. Unlike typical beaches, however, Maho Beach is better off for adrenaline junkies and airplane lovers—it’s located close to the Princess Juliana International Airport that has a short runway of 7,150-feet. When aircrafts are due to touchdown, they…
Green Globe announces certification of the JA Jebel Ali Golf Resort in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Over the past few years this luxury resort has demonstrated leadership and innovation in the fields of operational efficiency and globally responsible practices on multiple levels. Fredrik Reinisch, General Manager at JA Jebel Ali Golf Resort is passionate about the environment and that is reflected…
Luxury travelers looking to add to their collection of coffee table city guides may want to hit bookstores in London, where shelves are now stocked with Louis Vuitton’s latest, limited-edition travel books. Illustrated by Japanese artist Natsko Seki, the London guide renders sites like the Tate Modern and Regent’s Canal — sites chosen because they express the “spirit of London,” she said — in her signature…
The Dubai police force has added yet another incredible supercar to its fleet and this time it’s a Bugatti Veyron. Dubai Police Chief Dhahi Khalfan Tamim, an outspoken lieutenant general, tweeted a picture of the $1.4 million car, which boasts a beastly 1,001-horsepower engine. The Veyron is the most expensive in a fleet that already includes two Ferrari FFs, a Bentley Continental GT, a Lamborghini…
Paris and New York have emerged as the most popular and sought-after travel destinations for 2013, according to the millions of reviews and opinions of globetrotters on travel site TripAdvisor. In the fifth edition of TripAdvisor’s top 25 Travelers’ Choice World Destinations, the City of Light moved up three places to take the top spot this year, while New York maintained its second place standing.…
This iconic Cavalieri hotel in the Eternal City is celebrating its golden jubilee in a number of different ways. One of which is the chance to discover this top address for only €50 a night…a deal which goes to the 50th person to book a room any given week. Starting now and running into August, those who happen to be lucky enough to make a reservation at just the right time will pay just €50 for the…
Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund go head to head at Wembley Stadium at 7:45pm on Saturday 25th May 2013 in a mouth-watering all-German final of the UEFA Champions League. After stylishly seeing off the challenges of Spanish favourites Barcelona and Real Madrid in the semi-finals, the two Bundesliga clubs do battle in the home of English football as Wembley hosts a record second European Cup final in three…
Boston-based architect, Preston Scott Cohen has designed a stunning new library building in Datong, China. Cohen’s design has a pleasing interior structure that is full of light, and features a grandeur of bookshelves lining up four storeys. To design this building, Cohen even utilized aircraft design software in order for the building to retain its structure in the future, should it require…
The Ascott has entered Saudi Arabia by securing a management contract for its first premier serviced residence in Riyadh. The 230-unit Ascott Olaya Riyadh is slated to open near the King Abdullah Financial District in 2015. The management contract was awarded by Rafal Real Estate Development, the leading real estate development company in Saudi Arabia. The addition of Ascott Olaya Riyadh will…
