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  • GIBTM: Oman brings latest developments to Abu Dhabi

    Oman’s ministry of tourism will give a different presentation of the newest tourism developments inside the sultanate as portion of its participation on the Gulf Incentive, Business Travel & Meetings exhibition.

    Senior officials from the ministry can also be attending several pre-arranged meetings with various MICE travel suppliers and other key industry players throughout the event.

    The major hospitality developments in Oman that would be showcased include the vacation Inn As Seeb, the Swiss-BelHotel in Muscat, Crowne Plaza in Duqm, Radisson Blu in Sohar and the proposed Missoni Jebel Sifah among others.

    The ministry will particularly specialise in Oman’s growing reputation as a well-liked business tourism destination with its aggressive development of assorted meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions amenities, including the USD1.8 billion Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre that may be set to open in 2017.

    Khalid Al Zadjali, director of tourism events, Oman ministry of tourism, said: “GIBTM has always been a fantastic platform that enhances the Ministry’s continuing efforts to advertise Oman as a great destination for business and leisure tourism.

    “The success of our participation at GIBTM 2013 will set the pace for the remainder of the initiatives and activities that we have got lined up for the year.

    “We are hopeful for showcasing the Sultanate’s world-class meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions amenities on the GIBTM, as well as Oman’s unique array of leisure, cultural, historical attractions.”

    GIBTM 2013 will gather professionals from the MICE industry within the Middle East, including regional and international industry buyers and suppliers.

    The trade event have been recognised as a driver behind the construction of the pro MICE industry around the region.

  • Focus: FORMIA announces new business of RIMOWA amenity kits for Thai Airways

    FORMIA, one of many world’s leading suppliers of top of the range, branded in-flight amenity kits and cosmetics, today announces that, working with partners World Planet, RIMOWA and L’Occitane, it’s supplying new quality RIMOWA in-flight amenity cases to Thai Airways. Supplies of the hot kit – a miniature travel case containing a number specially selected products from the famous L’Occitane cosmetic range – started in December 2012.

    Available to Top quality passengers only, the introduction of this travel amenity case is the results of a co-development led by FORMIA and RIMOWA, the renowned German luxury luggage maker. The standard of the RIMOWA miniature travel case is reflected in its construction which features an exceptionally durable polycarbonate shell and high gloss finish. Previously supplied in seven stylish colours, a brand new range of nine new colours has now been introduced for Thai Airways passengers to enjoy collecting, in addition to a major upgrade of the contents following the introduction of top quality items from the L’Occitane range.

    Judging by positive comments made by Thai Airways passengers on social media and online travel forums, the standard of those products is obviously held in high regard.

    Commenting, FORMIA Managing Director, Roland Grohmann, said: “The RIMOWA miniature travel case has always received a favorable reaction from Thai Airways and their passengers. This is particularly pleasing that readers of Travel Plus magazine have awarded FORMIA, along with Thai Airways, the foremost innovative Airline Amenities Bag Design award. This signifies the achievement of 1 of our principal corporate goals: to be the consumers’ choice. L’Occitane products need no introduction to discerning consumers. They perfectly match the standard of the case. With added value and quality, we’re delighted to give this re-creation to Thai Airways and its Top notch passengers. “

  • Spring is one of the best time to drive for fun in La

    With its famous highways and numerous tucked away neighborhoods, L. a. is the definition of a commuter city. Unfortunately, all too often driving in L.A. isn’t plenty of fun. The summer time often sees L.A. highways jammed with tourists and vacationers, while winter rain can quickly turn a fifteen-minute commute right into a 45-minute slog. Yet, for a pair months within the spring, driving in L.A. may be a joy, and California Rent-A-Car is the corporate for car rentals that Los Angeles’s discerning residents prefer.

    As seasoned drivers, many L.A. natives are wary of rental cars they see at the road, assuming they’re driven by out-of-towners unaccustomed to the city’s fast pace. Yet, California Rent-A-Car has earned the admiration of even the foremost hardened L. a. driver with over two decades of first-rate service and fleet of reliable, well-handling vehicles. This spring, tourists seeking to experience L.A. with the auto rental La natives trust can hardly do better than California Rent-A-Car.

    While L.A. is known for its sandy beaches stretching from Malibu to Redondo Beach, the crowded streets of L.A.‘s famous beachside communities often limit the opportunities to experience one or two of those treasures in an afternoon. However, the spring months offer the wonderfully warm and sunny L. a. weather without the overbearing heat and crowds of the summer. Late March and April are definitely the right months to hire a convertible from California Rent-A-Car. Offering a various array of models, from sleek Mini Cooper convertibles to brawny Ford Mustang convertibles, California Rent-A-Car is the power for long-term car rental L. a. chooses first for beachside fun.

    Of course, the urban form of downtown L. a. looks like it’s 1,000,000 miles from the city’s beachside communities, and California Rent-A-Car has a wide range of cars that might look right at home to at any of the city’s most refined restaurants and hotels. Their Audi A6 or Lexus IS250 illustrate the power of California Rent-A-Car to supply the precise vehicle for patrons trying to accentuate class, style, or both.

    Part of what makes California Rent-A-Car so trusted in La is the company’s obvious understanding of the city’s diversity, evidenced by their number of vehicles for any occasion. From SUVs just like the Ford Expedition to the company’s impressive fleet of green hybrid vehicles just like the Toyota Prius V and the Lexus C200 Hybrid, California Rent-A-Car has the ideal vehicle for trekking the rugged mountainous terrain of the Santa Monica Mountains or just picking up groceries for the family in Brentwood.

  • Green Globe Certification promotes ADA Fair Trade Hotel Cosmetics

    Green Globe Certification promotes ADA Fair Trade Hotel Cosmetics, the newest cosmetic series launched by ADA Cosmetics International. It was a logical step for ADA – because the first German manufacturer – to start producing natural, eco-friendly cosmetics with biodegradable ingredients for the hotel industry. Fair Trade cosmetic products depend on fair trade ingredients and high quality body care.

    The Fair Trade line includes shower gel and shampoo that contains raw cane sugar from Mauritius, body lotion and conditioner made with Brazil nut oil from Bolivia, and soap that boasts avocado oil from Kenya. Production of those raw materials is sure to adjust to international standards, and the farmers receives a commission in step with fair trade ethical standards. The added value is then used to enhance the local infrastructure, education, and health. Therefore, the ADA Fair Trade line is a real alternative for hotels making a choice on premium quality while operating with economically and socially sustainable methods.

    “The test run for our Fair Trade line was extremely successful,” said Sylvia Jensch, Marketing Director at ADA Cosmetics. “It demonstrates the strong interest of hoteliers to take part within the means of creating sustainable and higher living and dealing conditions on this planet. They’ve got recognized that each individual purchase makes a difference. As Europe’s first cosmetics company, ADA is fully committed to this development.”

    Fair Trade cosmetics are entirely plant-based and offer fresh and fruity fragrances, energizing the senses. ADA avoided using coloring agents, parabens, silicone oils, and formaldehyde releasers. All Fair Trade cosmetics are pH-friendly and contain no alcohols or potential skin irritants. Shower gel, body lotion, shampoo, and conditioner are packaged in matt black 30-ml tubes. The convenient screw cap ensures a clean and hygienic use. The 15g soap bars are wrapped in silky black paper. Additionally, the liquid soap and hair and body shampoo are available the elegant “smart-care system” dispensers – in sophisticated black with transparent stripes. The eco-friendly containers are 100% recyclable

    Green Globe Certification’s CEO, Guido Bauer, commented: “We happily promote ADA’s new Fair Trade line of hotel cosmetics. Fair trade products have become a growing number of popular, but don’t yet have much of a presence within the hotel bathrooms of the sector. ADA is the leading producer of hotel cosmetics in Europe, and i’m very impressed with their commitment to conform with environmental, economical, and social standards. With the launch in their Fair Trade cosmetic line, ADA sets a brand new standard for the hotel cosmetic industry.”

  • News: Royal Demeure Hotel Group singlas growth with investment

    Royal Demeure Hotel Group has opened new offices in Belgravia, London, moving its headquarters from Rome and appointing a brand new senior team to guide the Italian luxury hotel group.

    The company’s investment in a London-based headquarters demonstrates its desire and commitment for growth and investment, that specialize in boutique luxury hotels.  Because the luxury travel and hospitality industry continues to grow, the Royal Demeure team intends to capitalise in this trend, developing the emblem and future focus and building at the reputation of the famous Hotel d’Inghilterra in Rome whilst also watching opportunities for future expansion and investment in all the six properties that make up the gang of hotels.

    Part of TDA Capital Ltd, a non-public Italian-owned investment company that specialises in luxury hospitality, Royal Demeure is headed up by TDA Capital Group Chief Executive Officer Professor Luigi De Simone Niquesa, who has moved from Rome to be based in London. His newly appointed team includes Group Sales & Marketing Director Greg Ward, Chief Financial Officer Colin Castelino, and Marketing & Communications Manager Charlotte Gray.

    With an in depth and successful career in luxury hospitality, CEO Luigi De Simone Niquesa has held loads of hospitality industry and academic leadership roles including President of the Institute for Tourism Marketing and Research, President of UNICA (Union of Italian Hotel Chains), and Executive Advisor/Council Member of Federalberghi-Confcommercio (the leading association of hotels in Italy).

    Colin Castelino was appointed as Chief Financial Officer. With a successful career in finance Castelino spent 11 years with Deloittes before joining the Cliveden Group, where he took the company’s luxury hotel and clubs to an entire listing at the London Stock Exchange and eventual successful sale. He has also worked with Pacific Investments Ltd and ahead of TDA Capital Ltd was Financial Director for the ESPA Group.

    Charlotte Gray joins the hotel group as Marketing & Communications Manager. Gray has spent the past eight years with the historic Pall Mall private members’ club, The Royal Automobile Club and Singaporean-owned 5* COMO Hotels & Resorts.

    Greg Ward is the newly appointed Group Sales & Marketing Director and has an in depth international background with an emphasis on luxury sales & marketing.  Ward has held quite a few senior positions with international companies during his 20-year career, including Westin Hotels & Resorts, Rafael Hotels and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. More recently, Ward has hung out with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, the von Essen hotel Collection and Clarenco.

    Greg Ward, Group Sales & Marketing Director said: “I’m thrilled to be working for such an iconic group of hotels as Royal Demeure. Situated in cultural capitals like Rome and Florence, each property has many individual qualities, which i glance forward to highlighting for the advantage of travellers searching for a very memorable luxurious experience, Additionally, with plans for future growth and investment, it really is an incredibly exciting time to enroll in the corporate.”

    CEO Luigi De Simone Niquesa said:  “We have created a dynamic and experienced new team with the intention to lead us during the next stages of our development plans. The experience in luxury customer experiences and robust commercial background that every new team member brings makes them instrumental in developing and shaping the expansion of the hotel group. They join us at a time after we want to strengthen the collection’s positioning in the industry.”