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Daily Tribune
02-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Luxury travel startup wins
TDT| Dubai Club Escapade has been named winner of the 2025 ATM Start-Up Pitch Battle, hosted in partnership with Intelak, after presenting a disruptive model for on-demand luxury hotel bookings during the live competition on the ATM Future Stage. The competition featured 40 regional start-ups, with finalists including ChatDMC, Penguinpass, SparkleHaze (Woohoo), TravStack, and WROXAI. Club Escapade's pitch was delivered by founder and CEO Soufiane Alimi, who highlighted a members-only platform offering private, time-limited rates for unoccupied luxury hotel rooms, boosting revenue during off-peak periods. 'Club Escapade targets luxury hotels looking to optimise occupancy without compromising their brand prestige,' Alimi said. 'Our weekly drop system, themed experiences, and last-minute model help hotels fill rooms with zero upfront cost.' Judged by representatives from Intelak, Emirates, and Sabre, the competition was open to pre-seed and seedstage start-ups with innovative travel technologies. All shortlisted companies were given complimentary pod space in the new Start-Up and Innovation Zone at ATM 2025. Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director ME for Arabian Travel Market, congratulated the winner, saying: 'Club Escapade's success reflects the dynamic shift in travel innovation. The calibre of entries this year has been outstanding.' Presented by Sabre, the competition underlined ATM's focus on entrepreneurship and connectivity. The 2025 edition of Arabian Travel Market concludes today after four days of industry discussions and networking across the business events, leisure, luxury, and corporate travel sectors.
Zawya
28-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dnata Travel Group showcases its world-class range of travel products at ATM
Dubai, UAE: dnata Travel Group, a division of leading global air and travel services provider dnata, returns to Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 - the region's premier travel and tourism trade event - with an expanded presence and a refreshed stand design. This year, the group will spotlight the latest updates to its distinctive UAE-based products and services, designed to inspire and attract travellers from across the globe. A key highlight for the Group this year is The Fort – Lisaili, a newly launched desert entertainment destination in Dubai. Operated by destination management company and tour provider Arabian Adventures, the immersive venue offers a variety of experiences set against an iconic backdrop of a desert fort. At ATM 2025, a scaled-down replica of The Fort will be on display at dnata's stand, giving visitors a unique 'taste of the desert' from the Dubai World Trade Centre. Located just 45 minutes from the event venue, Arabian Adventures is also inviting attendees to experience The Fort in person while in the city. Making their ATM debut with their dedicated spaces at the dnata Travel Group stand are Destination Asia, a leading destination management company specialising in bespoke travel experiences across East and Southern Asia, as well as dnata Representation Services - Land, which offers tailored sales, marketing, PR, infrastructure, and call centre solutions to some of the world's most prominent travel brands. Other dnata Travel Group brands at ATM this year include airport hospitality services provider marhaba, leisure accommodation wholesale specialist Yalago, digital B2B attractions marketplace priohub, and travel consolidator Gold Medal. Representatives from across the wider dnata Group will also be on hand throughout the event to meet industry partners and customers. John Bevan, CEO, dnata Travel Group commented: 'ATM Dubai is an opportunity for us to spotlight the innovation and ambition driving our UAE-based travel brands. With strong growth in both inbound and outbound travel, we're seeing travellers seek out deeper, more personalised experiences, and our offerings are built to meet that demand. From the heart of the desert to the heart of Asia, our goal is to enhance every step of the journey - before, during, and beyond the trip itself." Representatives from the dnata Travel Group will also share insights and experiences in the following conference sessions during the event this year: John Bevan, CEO, dnata Travel Group , speaking on a panel at the ATM Future Stage on ' Beyond 2025: The Microtrends Redefining Travel ' (28th April); and , speaking on a panel at the ATM Future Stage on ' ' (28th April); and Sébastien Doussin, Senior Vice President – Global Travel Services & Destination Management, dnata Travel Group, speaking at the ATM Business Events Stage, on 'The Big-Ticket Events: Global Impact and Learnings ' (30th April).
Trade Arabia
27-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Sabre sets pace for travel innovation at ATM 2025
Sabre, a global travel technology company, will be presenting at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, showcasing its commitment to transforming the future of travel through intelligent retailing, hyper-personalisation, AI-driven innovation, and sustainable practices. The company will participate in five high-impact panel sessions, showcasing how its technologies are redefining the travel and hospitality landscape. As a sponsor of ATM Future Stage, Sabre continues to lead the industry dialogue on the transformation of travel retailing, operational efficiency, and the smarter adoption of emerging technologies across airlines, hotels, and travel sellers. 'ATM is a key platform for Sabre to share our vision for a smarter, more connected travel ecosystem,' said Ramzi Al Qassab, Managing Director, Sabre Travel Network Middle East. 'From AI and automation to personalised offers and seamless servicing, our focus is on helping travel businesses in the region grow stronger, more agile, and be future-ready.' One of the featured sessions is "Turning Fragmentation into Opportunity for Smarter Retailing," where senior leaders from Saudia, Jumeirah, and Almatar will discuss how collaboration and innovation can turn complexity into opportunity, delivering seamless and connected travel experiences. 'Today's guests are no longer just booking rooms—they're booking experiences,' said Frank Trampert, Global Managing Director, Community Sales, Sabre Hospitality. 'At Sabre Hospitality, we're empowering hoteliers to rethink how they retail, personalise, and engage with travelers across the journey.' Another session is "Selling More Than Just a Room: The Impact of Experience on Hoteliers in the Middle East," where Frank Trampert and Ramzi Al Qassab will explore how intelligent retailing is enabling hoteliers to curate personalised, value-added experiences, enhancing guest satisfaction and opening new revenue generation avenues. Amy Read, Vice President of Innovation at Sabre Hospitality, will speak on "Human-Centric Technologies Changing the Face of Travel Tech," discussing Sabre's SynXis an intelligent automation tool that delivers real-time, personalised guest support while maintaining the essential human touch in hospitality.
Tourism Breaking News
22-04-2025
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
Sabre sets the pace for travel innovation at ATM 2025
Post Views: 47 Sabre Corporation is set to take center stage at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, reaffirming its commitment to transforming the future of travel through intelligent retailing, hyper-personalization, AI-driven innovation, and sustainable practices. With Sabre and its hospitality division, Sabre Hospitality, participating in five high-impact panel sessions, the company will showcase how its technologies are redefining the travel and hospitality landscape—across the region and around the world. As a sponsor of the ATM Future Stage for several years—ATM's hub for travel technology thought leadership—Sabre continues to lead the industry dialogue, hosting key debates and discussions on the transformation of travel retailing, operational efficiency, and the smarter adoption of emerging technologies across airlines, hotels, and travel sellers. 'ATM is a key platform for Sabre to share our vision for a smarter, more connected travel ecosystem,' said Ramzi Al Qassab, Managing Director, Sabre Travel Network Middle East. 'From AI and automation to personalized offers and seamless servicing, our focus is on helping travel businesses in the region grow stronger, more agile, and be future-ready.' Among the featured sessions is 'Turning Fragmentation into Opportunity for Smarter Retailing,' on Tuesday, April 29 from 15:15–16:00 at the Future Stage. Frank Trampert and Ramzi Al Qassab will be joined by senior leaders from Saudia, Jumeirah, and Almatar to discuss how the industry can overcome technology and content fragmentation. The panel will highlight how collaboration and innovation can turn complexity into opportunity—delivering seamless and connected travel experiences. 'Today's guests are no longer just booking rooms—they're booking experiences,' said Frank Trampert, Global Managing Director, Community Sales, Sabre Hospitality. 'At Sabre Hospitality, we're empowering hoteliers to rethink how they retail, personalize, and engage with travelers across the journey.' Another must-attend session is 'Selling More Than Just a Room: The Impact of Experience on Hoteliers in the Middle East,' taking place on Monday, April 28 from 13:15–14:00 on the Global Stage. Frank will explore how intelligent retailing is enabling hoteliers to move beyond selling rooms by curating personalized, value-added experiences. He will discuss how this approach not only enhances guest satisfaction but also opens new avenues for revenue generation. Also on Wednesday, April 30 from 16:00–17:00, Amy Read, Vice President of Innovation, Sabre Hospitality, will speak on 'Human-Centric Technologies Changing the Face of Travel Tech.' Amy will share how AI—particularly generative AI—is revolutionizing guest interactions. She will spotlight Sabre's SynXis an intelligent automation tool that delivers real-time, personalized guest support while maintaining the essential human touch in hospitality. Sustainability will also take center stage at ATM 2025 for Sabre. Jess Matthias, Senior Director of Sustainability, will speak on two thought-provoking panels. On Tuesday, April 29 from 16:25–17:00, on the Future Stage, she will join 'Reimagining ESG in the Middle East: A Woman's Perspective' to explore the vital role women play in shaping ESG strategies and driving sustainable transformation in the travel sector. Then on Wednesday, April 30 from 12:00–12:40, Future Stage, Jess will participate in 'Smarter Sustainability: The Role of Tech in Sustainable Tourism' to discuss how travel companies can harness technology to achieve environmental goals and operate more sustainably. From sustainability and AI to guest personalization and smarter retailing, Sabre's strong presence at ATM 2025 underscores its role as a technology leader and strategic partner in the evolution of global travel.
Zawya
21-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Sabre sets the pace for travel innovation at ATM 2025
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading global travel technology company, is set to take center stage at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, reaffirming its commitment to transforming the future of travel through intelligent retailing, hyper-personalization, AI-driven innovation, and sustainable practices. With Sabre and its hospitality division, Sabre Hospitality, participating in five high-impact panel sessions, the company will showcase how its technologies are redefining the travel and hospitality landscape—across the region and around the world. As a sponsor of the ATM Future Stage for several years—ATM's hub for travel technology thought leadership—Sabre continues to lead the industry dialogue, hosting key debates and discussions on the transformation of travel retailing, operational efficiency, and the smarter adoption of emerging technologies across airlines, hotels, and travel sellers. 'ATM is a key platform for Sabre to share our vision for a smarter, more connected travel ecosystem,' said Ramzi Al Qassab, Managing Director, Sabre Travel Network Middle East. 'From AI and automation to personalized offers and seamless servicing, our focus is on helping travel businesses in the region grow stronger, more agile, and be future-ready.' Among the featured sessions is 'Turning Fragmentation into Opportunity for Smarter Retailing,' on Tuesday, April 29 from 15:15–16:00 at the Future Stage. Frank Trampert and Ramzi Al Qassab will be joined by senior leaders from Saudia, Jumeirah, and Almatar to discuss how the industry can overcome technology and content fragmentation. The panel will highlight how collaboration and innovation can turn complexity into opportunity—delivering seamless and connected travel experiences. 'Today's guests are no longer just booking rooms—they're booking experiences,' said Frank Trampert, Global Managing Director, Community Sales, Sabre Hospitality. 'At Sabre Hospitality, we're empowering hoteliers to rethink how they retail, personalize, and engage with travelers across the journey.' Another must-attend session is 'Selling More Than Just a Room: The Impact of Experience on Hoteliers in the Middle East,' taking place on Monday, April 28 from 13:15–14:00 on the Global Stage. Frank will explore how intelligent retailing is enabling hoteliers to move beyond selling rooms by curating personalized, value-added experiences. He will discuss how this approach not only enhances guest satisfaction but also opens new avenues for revenue generation. Also on Wednesday, April 30 from 16:00–17:00, Amy Read, Vice President of Innovation, Sabre Hospitality, will speak on 'Human-Centric Technologies Changing the Face of Travel Tech.' Amy will share how AI—particularly generative AI—is revolutionizing guest interactions. She will spotlight Sabre's SynXis an intelligent automation tool that delivers real-time, personalized guest support while maintaining the essential human touch in hospitality. Sustainability will also take center stage at ATM 2025 for Sabre. Jess Matthias, Senior Director of Sustainability, will speak on two thought-provoking panels. On Tuesday, April 29 from 16:25–17:00, on the Future Stage, she will join 'Reimagining ESG in the Middle East: A Woman's Perspective' to explore the vital role women play in shaping ESG strategies and driving sustainable transformation in the travel sector. Then on Wednesday, April 30 from 12:00–12:40, Future Stage, Jess will participate in 'Smarter Sustainability: The Role of Tech in Sustainable Tourism' to discuss how travel companies can harness technology to achieve environmental goals and operate more sustainably. From sustainability and AI to guest personalization and smarter retailing, Sabre's strong presence at ATM 2025 underscores its role as a technology leader and strategic partner in the evolution of global travel. About Sabre Corporation Sabre Corporation is a leading technology company that takes on the biggest opportunities and solves the most complex challenges in travel. Sabre harnesses speed, scale and insights to build tomorrow's technology today – empowering airlines, hoteliers, agencies and other partners to retail, distribute and fulfill travel worldwide. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, with employees across the world, Sabre serves customers in more than 160 countries globally. For more information visit Media contact: Fatin Said sabrenews@
