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Zawya
21-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Central Hotels & Resorts to unveil expansion plans and tech-driven innovations at Arabian Travel Market 2025
Dubai, UAE: Central Hotels & Resorts, one of the fastest-growing hospitality management companies in the UAE, is poised to make waves at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from April 28 to May 1, 2025. With a bold vision for the future of hospitality, the homegrown brand will reveal a dynamic roadmap of expansion, unveil transformative tech solutions, and spotlight strategic alliances all designed to elevate the guest journey and redefine excellence in the region's thriving travel and tourism sector. With a strong commitment to sustainability, Central Hotels & Resorts is pioneering eco-friendly initiatives across its properties, integrating energy-efficient operations, responsible sourcing, and green initiatives that align with global sustainability goals. This commitment underscores the brand's dedication to shaping a more sustainable and responsible future for the hospitality industry. 'Our participation at ATM 2025 is a testament to our continuous drive to innovate and enhance the guest experience while maintaining our commitment to sustainability,' said Abdulla Al Abdulla, Chief Operating Officer and General Manager of Central Hotels & Resorts. 'By leveraging AI-driven personalisation, predictive analytics, and smart automation, we are transforming hospitality services to meet the evolving needs of modern travellers. Our vision is to blend cutting-edge technology with warm, authentic hospitality to create seamless and memorable stays for our guests.' As part of its forward-thinking approach, Central Hotels & Resorts is revolutionizing hospitality with AI-powered digital transformation. By harnessing advanced technologies, the group is optimizing customer engagement through personalized recommendations, AI-driven marketing strategies, and automated operational processes. These innovations enhance efficiency while ensuring tailored experiences that cater to individual guest preferences. ATM 2025 attendees, including media representatives, investors, and travel professionals, are invited to visit the Central Hotels & Resorts stand for exclusive insights into the company's latest developments. Live demonstrations of advanced hospitality solutions, opportunities for strategic partnerships, and direct engagement with the leadership team will be key highlights of the event. Central Hotels & Resorts stand is located at Hall 2 Stand Number HC2200. About Central Hotels & Resorts: Launched in 2015, Central Hotels and Resorts – headquartered in Dubai, one of the fastest-growing Hospitality Management companies in the UAE was established to cater, to both leisure and business travellers looking to experience the best of Arabian hospitality in the heart of the city. With the competitive industry comes our continuous expansions, focused on making our service, facilities, and standards distinctive in the Gulf Region. Product diversification and innovation, sound fundamental values, commitment to excellence, quality service and expansion in key destinations are the hallmarks behind Central Hotels' amazing growth. Spread across the Middle East, the group is now poised to conquer other markets. Created and based in Dubai, Central Hotels offers a full spectrum of choice in terms of hotel categories, a comprehensive selection of accommodations, and services to suit all budgets and clientele. For more information, visit
Hi Dubai
27-03-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
UAE Hotels Fully Booked for Eid Al Fitr as Staycation Demand Soars
The UAE's hospitality sector is witnessing an exceptional surge in demand for staycations as residents take advantage of the extended Eid Al Fitr holidays and the lingering pleasant weather. Hotels across the country are reporting near or full occupancy, with some properties already confirming 100% bookings for the festive period. With UAE residents expected to enjoy a five-day holiday from March 29 to April 2, and public sector employees in Sharjah granted an additional day off, the demand for local leisure stays has skyrocketed. data from March 26 revealed that 77% of Dubai's accommodations were already booked for the holiday period, particularly in prime locations such as Downtown Dubai and Palm Jumeirah. Hotels Witness Full Capacity for Eid Abdulla Al Abdulla, Chief Operating Officer and General Manager of Central Hotels and Resorts, confirmed that hotels under his management have been maintaining over 80% occupancy, with a guaranteed 100% full house during Eid Al Fitr. He attributed this success to strategic marketing initiatives, collaborations with online travel agencies, and attractive discounts of up to 45% across platforms. Similarly, Bahi Ajman Palace and Coral Beach Resort Sharjah are experiencing a record-breaking surge, with 95% bookings already secured and full capacity expected throughout Eid and beyond. Iftikhar Hamdani, General Manager, highlighted that despite the seasonality of Ramadan, March saw an impressive 90% occupancy rate, demonstrating sustained local interest in premium staycations. 'We regret to inform that no rooms remain available at either property for the Eid period,' said Hamdani, emphasizing that demand has far exceeded expectations. Competitive Rates & Changing Preferences The affordability of luxury stays has further fueled the staycation trend. Online travel marketplace Wego reported a 54% drop in average Dubai hotel rates during Ramadan, leading to a 3% increase in staycation searches. Notably, 4-star hotels are the top choice, accounting for 40.15% of bookings, as travelers prioritize quality and value. Additionally, the UAE's appeal extends beyond its residents. European travelers from the UK, France, Germany, Russia, Italy, Switzerland, and the Netherlands, alongside visitors from neighboring GCC countries, are contributing to the high occupancy levels. Spring Break & Last-Minute Rush to Boost Bookings Thomas Kurian, Hotel Manager at Leva Hotels, noted that the timing of Eid aligns perfectly with global spring breaks, making it an attractive period for family travel. He expects a strong last-minute booking surge, with occupancy levels projected to reach 85-90% across his properties. Luxury hotels, including Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, are also experiencing heightened interest, particularly from families and residents seeking upscale celebrations. UAE's Tourism Momentum Extends Through April The pleasant weather has prolonged the UAE's peak tourism season, with strong demand expected to continue beyond Eid. Industry leaders anticipate that the trend of staycations and increased international arrivals will further solidify the UAE's status as a top-tier global hospitality destination. For those still looking to book a last-minute staycation, options are dwindling fast, with only limited availability in select locations. As the first long holiday of the year approaches, the UAE's hospitality sector is set to experience one of its most successful Eid seasons yet. News Source: Khaleej Times
Khaleej Times
27-03-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Eid Al Fitr holidays in UAE: Hotels reaching ‘confirmed 100% occupancy'
Hotels across the UAE are reporting strong occupancy during the upcoming Eid Al Fitr, reaching 'confirmed 100 per cent' across some of the properties as residents increasingly opt for staycations to enjoy the extended pleasant weather. UAE residents are most likely to have a five-day Eid Al Fitr break from March 29 to April 2. While public sector employees in Sharjah may enjoy a 6-day break from March 28 to April 2. As reported by Khaleej Times earlier, peak travel and tourism duration in the UAE has extended till April due to pleasant weather. On March 26, Wednesday evening, data for Dubai showed that 77 per cent of places for stays were not available from March 30 to April 2, reflecting strong demand for staycations during the first long break of the year. With a few more days to go before Eid, occupancy will reach 100 per cent in popular hotels in prime locations such as Downtown and the Palm etc. 'The hotels are currently maintaining over 80 per cent occupancy, with a confirmed 100 per cent occupancy for Eid Al Fitr,' said Abdulla Al Abdulla, chief operating officer and general manager of Central Hotels and Resorts. He added that strategic marketing efforts, collaborations with online travel agencies and discounts, such as 45 per cent off across all platforms, were key in attracting guests during Eid Al Fitr. According to online travel marketplace Wego, average Dubai hotel rates during Ramadan have plummeted 54.04 per cent year-on-year, driving a 3 per cent increase in local staycation searches. Its data also showed that 4-star hotels dominate preferences, accounting for 40.15 per cent of bookings, as travellers prioritise quality and value. 'Guests primarily came from European markets like the UK, France, Germany, Russia, Italy, Switzerland, and the Netherlands, along with a steady flow of local UAE guests, maximising our occupancy during this peak period,' Abdulla told Khaleej Times. Iftikhar Hamdani, general manager of Bahi Ajman Palace and Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, said they're witnessing exceptionally strong demand for staycations across both properties during Eid Al Fitr. 'Currently, our business on the books stands at 95 per cent, and we anticipate closing the Eid period and the subsequent week at 100 per cent occupancy, coupled with robust average daily rates. This surge aligns with the growing preference among UAE residents for local leisure experiences, even during traditionally quieter periods like Ramadan,' said Hamdani. Notably, the hotels, he added, maintained 90 per cent occupancy throughout March, underscoring sustained demand despite seasonal challenges. 'The Eid bookings reflect a strategic blend of staycationers seeking premium hospitality offerings and our targeted outreach to the domestic market. This initiative was met with overwhelming enthusiasm from UAE residents, with allocated inventory booked entirely within a short timeframe. Due to this exceptional response and our current trajectory toward full occupancy, we regret to share that no rooms remain available at either property for the Eid period,' said Hamdani. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, said it is also 'seeing a strong demand for staycations, particularly from families and residents looking for a luxurious setting to celebrate' Eid. Thomas Kurian, hotel manager at Leva Hotels, said this year, Eid al-Fitr falls at the perfect time, coinciding with pleasant weather in the UAE, global spring breaks, and the first extended holiday after New Year's. 'This presents a prime opportunity for the hospitality sector, with a continued rise in reservations from neighbouring GCC countries. As spring school holidays align worldwide, we also anticipate an influx of travellers from key markets such as the UK, Italy, Germany, and Spain, making it an ideal period for family travel,' added Kurian. 'With a typical booking window of 3-4 days, we anticipate a significant last-minute pickup as the holiday approaches. Our pre-booking data already shows that 50 per cent of our rooms are reserved, with occupancy projections reaching 85-90 per cent,' said Leva Hotels' manager.
