JUNE 2013
VISIT: JORDAN As the cradle of civilisations and a treasury of natural wonders, Jordan takes great pride in the diversity of its tourism product.
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ISSUE 45
NEW NAME AND LOGO As part of our ongoing efforts to expand our presence across the region, it is with immense pleasure that we announce the change of our name and logo to Travel Trade MENA Monthly Edition.
ONSITE: RED SEA An open wound in performance levels throughout the region’s travel and tourism industry has called for all professionals to work together to pick up the pieces.
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VIEW: Technology
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VISIT: Jordan
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ONSITE: Red Sea
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TOUR: Sri Lanka
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Under our new name, which has replaced Travel Trade Monthly,
EXCLUSIVE: Religious Tourism
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we promise to continue providing you with top quality and highly
SPECIAL REPORT: Car Rentals
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informative destination and niche segment reports, while we
WHO’S MOVED
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endeavour to maintain the highest standards.
INVESTIGATION: Future Tourism
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We look forward to working and growing with you, alongside the
RENDEZVOUS
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NEWS & EVENTS
region’s flourishing travel and tourism industry.
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