http://www.ttgmena.com en-us 2011-12-01 12:12:49 http://www.ttgmena.com/Product-Check--Gulf-Air 2011-12-01 12:12:11 When I travel, no matter how long or far, I always want to do everything I can prior to departure knowing that my journey will be as comfortable and smooth as it can be.   Travelling to Doha via Bahrain from Cyprus was no different, and knowing that Gulf Air was the airline escorting me to my destination on both flights already provided me with assurance that my pre-flight concerns ... http://www.ttgmena.com/Product Check: Movenpick Hotel Doha 2011-12-01 12:12:45 Arriving in Qatar on a business trip, especially after a long journey from Cyprus via Bahrain, I was extremely looking forward to arriving at my hotel just to relax in preparation for a busy week ahead.   However, even before checking-in, I knew that I had made the right choice simply due to its location, as this property is along Doha’s spectacular Corniche, only five km from Doha ... http://www.ttgmena.com/Product-Check--Amathus-Beach-Hotel-Cyprus 2011-11-18 11:11:58 I never thought that simply staying in a hotel was enough for a full-blown relaxing spring weekend. And yet this is what I experienced during my stay at Amathus Beach Hotel in Limassol – the totality of the services and entertainment made it a self-sufficient holiday retreat.   The luxurious five-star property, comfortably situated on a sandy Mediterranean beach wrapped in ... http://www.ttgmena.com/Product-Check-Londa-Hotel-Limassol-Cyprus 2011-11-14 03:11:22 The air seems to change the instant you stroll into the five-star boutique Londa Hotel in Limassol. A cool breeze dances off the sea and floats into the lobby. Sunlight streams in through open French windows, reflecting crisp off white walls and marble floors.   Bright splashes of orange and yellow pop out from strategically placed cushions and carpets. Aesthetically, the place is a ... http://www.ttgmena.com/Airline-Check-Etihad-Airways-Abu-Dhabi 2011-06-07 12:06:11 When travelling for business, it’s always best to opt for the most time convenient option, which is why for ATM this year TTG MENA choose to fly to Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways, and then take the Etihad bus to Dubai.   The experience got off to a great start, with a brilliant one-minute check in with the Etihad Airway’s staff at Larnaca Airport.   The crew at the aircraft were really ... http://www.ttgmena.com/Product-Check-Rose-Rayhaan-by-Rotana-Dubai 2011-05-30 05:05:39 Arriving at Etihad Airways’ bus station in Dubai, I could see the immense structure of Rose Rayhaan by Rotana in the distance. Once entering the building, I was pleasantly surprised to find a relatively small space, which was clearly very well thought out as it exuded comfort, warmth, simplicity and a rather homey feeling, which – for what is regarded as the tallest hotel in the world – is ... http://www.ttgmena.com/Product-Check--Shift7-at-Elite-Resort-and-Spa 2011-03-23 03:03:41 During my business trip to Bahrain I was fortunate enough to converge with an extra polite, generous and most hospitable gentleman named Mr. Sarosh Aibara, the COO of Elite Hospitality.   Apart from warmly hosting myself and my colleague at one of the group’s properties, Elite Suites, Mr. Aibara was also eager to take us on a nighttime drive-tour of Manama, which culminated at one ... http://www.ttgmena.com/Product-Check--Imperial-Cork-Hotel 2011-03-21 03:03:00 Prior to my first ever arrival to Ireland I must say I was really looking forward to being hosted for the first time at a hotel as well so it is safe to say I was quite excited about the whole experience!   I’m a firm believer that a hotel should truly reflect its location, the local community and its history so when I first arrived at the Imperial Cork Hotel I was expecting to ... http://www.ttgmena.com/TTG-Interview-with-Arthur-Gillis 2011-01-28 10:01:20 Endorsing its strong dedication to Africa, director, Protea Hospitality Holdings, Arthur Gillis speaks to TTG about the destinations potential as an emerging tourism hub    TTG: What are the most recent developments at Protea Hotels?   2010 has been an eventful year both for Protea Hotels and for South Africa having hosted the FIFA soccer world cup. Among ... http://www.ttgmena.com/TTG-Product-Check-Castlemartyr-Resort 2010-12-17 11:12:36 Ireland is widely referred to around the world as the ‘Emerald Isle’ due to its seemingly never ending lush green countryside, and nestled into County Cork’s scenic setting is the luxury five-star Castlemartyr Resort, a jewel in its own right.   Upon arriving at the property I could not help but think I was on an Irish safari as we were greeted with beautiful horses grazing ... http://www.ttgmena.com/Grand-Hyatt-Tokyo 2010-10-25 11:10:22 Big, sparkling, clean and efficient are four seemingly simple words that are synonymous with Japan. I say ‘seemingly’ as it is no simple task achieving these standards in today’s somewhat chaotic environment, but Japan succeeded in legendary style. And nowhere was this more apparent than at Grand Hyatt Tokyo.   From arrival through to departure, my experience here was seamless and ... http://www.ttgmena.com/easyconsole.cfm/page/newsarticle/new/2079 2010-10-05 11:10:37 Unquestionably, Londa Beach Hotel’s Caprice Restaurant in Limassol, Cyprus, provides one of the most remarkable dining experiences in the city.   Being a local of Limassol with a compulsion towards culinary greatness, I must affirm at this point that I have sampled most of the city’s culinary offerings, and I can conclusively report that Londa’s Caprice has nothing to envy, to put ... http://www.ttgmena.com/easyconsole.cfm/page/newsarticle/new/1912 2010-09-06 04:09:40 By Andreas Stylianou   After landing at Queen Alia International Airport, passing through immigration – where I was issued my visa in a jiffy, and retrieving my baggage with the help of a most polite girl from JTB whom I cannot recall the name, I was greeted by an entourage of JTB employers.   A few friendly handshakes and brief introductions later, I was left with Rami – ... http://www.ttgmena.com/easyconsole.cfm/page/newsarticle/new/1887 2010-09-01 11:09:34 After three exhausting days of running through the halls at ITB Berlin like an editorial banshee on a wild news hunt, and a gruelling four hour train ride from Berlin to Frankfurt later, stepping into the Villa Spa at Rocco Forte Collection’s Villa Kennedy felt like entering into an alternate pleasure filled universe of peace, calm and tranquillity.   Suddenly the ties and business ... http://www.ttgmena.com/easyconsole.cfm/page/newsarticle/new/1553 2010-07-02 09:07:47 I recently had the pleasure of experiencing one of the latest phenomena to hit Dubai, namely The Meydan Hotel.   As a resident of Dubai, I did have mixed feelings about just how luxurious a hotel could be, being situated in such close proximity to the airport. But any doubts I may have had were immediately dispelled as soon as I approached the entrance.   I had seen a model ... http://www.ttgmena.com/easyconsole.cfm/page/newsarticle/new/1489 2010-06-22 09:06:53 Teatro Restaurant, located in Towers Rotana Hotel Dubai, offers many talking points – from its impressive visual style, which lies in a juxtaposition between low-key modern and old-style luxury, to its well-proportioned and well-presented plates of delicious foods.   But above and beyond all that, the thing that makes or breaks any restaurant in my mind is the service. ... http://www.ttgmena.com/easyconsole.cfm/page/newsarticle/new/964 2010-03-26 01:03:24 Situated on the 4th floor of Crowne Plaza Dubai on Sheikh Zayed Road, Sakura Restaurant is a great place to dine at while staying in Dubai.   When stepping through the doors of the restaurant you immediately feel a sense of calming as soft Japanese music plays in the background amidst an array of Japanese tranquility.   TTG staff were met by the manager who ... http://www.ttgmena.com/easyconsole.cfm/page/newsarticle/new/789 2010-02-25 01:02:49 When arriving at Yas Island – an area that has developed so much more since construction has come to a closure – you get a lovely feeling when parking your car; a feeling that you have arrived at your new home. Welcome to Staybridge Suites. The welcome here is as warm as the one you would receive at your Uncle Fady’s home because the general manager and his team are there to welcome you ... http://www.ttgmena.com/easyconsole.cfm/page/newsarticle/new/731 2010-02-16 01:02:10 Location, location, location is the word that comes to mind when I describe the kid’s club at Crowne Plaza Yas Island.   The kid’s club itself is conveniently located right in the centre of the pool area of the hotel. A really cool aspect for the children is that the pool has a display of water-spraying palm trees in the middle and a fountain that switches on every 10 minutes or ... http://www.ttgmena.com/easyconsole.cfm/page/newsarticle/new/730 2010-02-16 12:02:49 On a recent business trip to Qatar I was presented with the opportunity to experience relaxation at its finest at Sharq Village & Spa. Not wanting to seem impolite, I of course accepted the offer.   The spa was set in an impressive stand-alone style building which comprised four villages. The exterior of the structure – reminiscent of an ancient  Arabic fort – ...