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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: GIBTM, the premier three-day exhibition for the global meetings and incentives industry, (MICE) is taking place in Abu Dhabi from March 13-15, 2007.

Net Conference and Conventions under Net Group, Dubai has been appointed as the official ground-handling partner for the Gulf Incentives Business Travel and Meetings Exhibition (GIBTM). Mr. Ali Abu Monassar, Vice Chairman, Net Group, made the announcement during his participation in the SITE International Conference 2006 in Barcelona. The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives / SITE is a premier professional association devoted to the pursuit of excellence in incentives- a multi-billion dollar global industry.

Networking for success

GIBTM will provide a dedicated meeting place for professionals in the Gulf and wider Middle East region. The exhibition will unite international and local Meetings and Incentives venues, destinations, suppliers and partners with Meeting planners, Incentive travel buyers and decision makers. It will highlight the best business-to-business opportunities, best networking and best professional education, with a high quality Hosted Buyer programme.

The GIBTM is organized by Reed Travel Exhibitions, international exhibition organizers. “We are happy to associate ourselves with Reed Travel Exhibitions for the GIBTM. We have been the official partners of Reed for the prestigious Arabian Travel Market (ATM) during the past 13 years, and have been selected as ground handlers for ATM 2007 and 2008 as well,” Mr. Ali remarked.

Net Conference and Conventions is a Professional Congress Organizer certified by the International Association of Professional Congress Organizers, (IAPCO).
NCC is also organizing the first IAPCO/Dubai Regional Seminar, sponsored by Dubai Convention Bureau, from January 30th to February 1st at Le Meridien, Dubai.

Registration is open at :
http://www.netgroupdubai.com/netconference/iapcomain.htm

Net Conference & Conventions and Incentive Productions Concepts are the two specialized components of Net Group’s dedicated MICE division, which operates across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman and Qatar.

Net Group Expands business to tap Australia , New Zealand Tourism Market

DUBAI, UAE – Net Group, leading private Destination Management Company in Dubai has announced the appointment of Australia-based Ian Phillips Marketing as the Net Group Representative Office for both Australia and New Zealand with effect from October 2006.

Ian Phillips Marketing represents the hospitality industry, and is a member of the Australian Conference and Events Bureau.

“Representing Net Group in Australia and New Zealand, Ian Phillips Marketing will concentrate on developing MICE business into Dubai and the region. They will also work on leisure programs and set up agreements with agents in both Australia and New Zealand,” says David Milican, Group General Manager, Net Group.

Ian Phillips and Anthony Luxton are the pivotal force behind Ian Phillips Marketing. They use a consultative approach to assist clients in areas of sales representation, sponsorship acquisition and evaluation, and business development. Backed by an extensive career in tourism, leisure and hospitality industry, Ian formed his own consultancy - Ian Phillips Marketing in December 2001.

In December 2003, Ian Phillips joined forces with Anthony Luxton to expand and strengthen their capabilities, expertise, and global networks which they can use to deliver successful outcomes for clients in the Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure markets.

Anthony Luxton is a professional tourism/hospitality and leisure executive within the Australian and International markets in both the public and private sectors. He has lived and worked in Japan and conducted business extensively throughout the Asian and Pacific regions including the Middle East, India and China.

In addition to Australia and New Zealand, Dubai-based Net Group has overseas representation in Benelux, France, Germany, Italy and Japan.

Net Group also opened a new branch office in Al Ain during September 2006, in addition to its offices in Abu Dhabi, Oman and Qatar.

Net Group appoints Director for MICE division

As part of Net Group’s strategy to develop MICE business from around the globe,

Net Group, Dubai has appointed Mrs. Paddy Paul to the position of Director, MICE.

Paddy Paul will link the two departments of Incentive Productions and Net Conference and Conventions under Net Group in order to strengthen the MICE team, handling this very important sector of one of the Group’s core divisions.

She will concentrate on developing MICE business in Dubai, where Net Group has its Head Office, as well as in Abu Dhabi, Oman and Qatar where the Group has its branch offices.

Paddy Paul is no stranger to Net Group. In 1997 she had started off as Manager, ‘Incentive Productions Concepts.’ IP was just developing as Net Group’s corporate incentives wing. ‘Net Conference and Conventions’ was then established as a Professional Congress Organiser engaged in organizing Meetings, Conferences and Events. NCC and IP found feet in the emerging MICE market, and have come a long way since.

In 2003 Paddy Paul had to fly back to her hometown in Sri Lanka. “ I was always in touch with the tourism industry in Dubai. A turn of events brought me back to Net Group, and I am delighted to be working here again,” remarked the new MICE Director.

Net Group Signs up as Official Ground handler for ATM 2007 and 2008

Dubai, UAE - Net Group, leading private Destination Management Company in Dubai has been acknowledged yet again as the official Destination Management Company of Reed Travel Exhibitions for the prestigious Arabian Travel Market, 2007 and 2008.

The year 2007 will be the 14^th consecutive year of partnership signed by Net Group for ATM, the Middle East’s premier travel and tourism exhibition. The agreement was signed at Cairo where the seventh edition of the Mediterranean Travel Fair was held from September 5 to 7, organised by Reed Travel Exhibitions.

“Net Group is delighted to be strengthening its partnership with Reed Travel Exhibitions in signing an exclusive ground handler agreement for Arabian Travel Market in Dubai for both 2007 and 2008,” remarked David Milican, Group General Manager of Net Group.

Mr. Milican was in Cairo for the Mediterranean Travel Fair where he signed the agreement and confirmed Net Group’s commitment to provide services of the highest standard, in keeping with the expectations of the exhibitors, visitors, hosted buyers and Reed Travel Exhibitions.

“We have been fortunate to handle the ground arrangements for ATM for the last 13 years, ever since the inception of ATM in Dubai, and are honoured to be able to continue the excellent relationship that we have with Reed Travel Exhibitions,” Milican commented.

Net Group is the parent company of Net Tours, leading private Destination Management Company in Dubai, established in 1989.The Group comprises Net Tours, Net Holidays, Incentive Productions, Net Conference and Conventions, Net Cruises, Netco transport and Pleasure tours. Each of the specialized divisions caters to specific facets of tourism and travel business under the Net Group.

Reed Travel Exhibitions organises the world's leading travel industry events for trade professionals around the world, incorporating the travel trade, corporate, meetings and incentives sectors, as well as niche tourism products such as golf and luxury travel.

Net Tours awarded Superbrand Status for the Second Time

Dubai, UAE - Net Tours, the flagship company of Dubai-based Net Group, leading Destination Management Company, was awarded the Superbrand status for the second consecutive year 2006, after being voted as one of UAE's strongest brands.

Superbrands Council chose Net Group from over one thousand established brands in the UAE after meeting stringent selection criteria set by the acclaimed Superbrands organization, a worldwide arbiter of branding excellence.

"To be voted as a Superbrand is a powerful endorsement and evidence for customers, employees, partners, investors and the media,” according to Mike English, Director of Superbrands Middle East, who was among the distinguished speakers during the awards event.

Commenting on Net Group’s achievement, Mr. Ali Abu Monassar, Vice Chairman of Net Group, said, "We deem it an honour to receive the Superbrand status once again this year. The twice-achieved Superbrand status reaffirms Net Group’s commitment to service excellence that has been the basic tenet of our brand identity.

“We proudly acknowledge the support of our local and overseas business partners and our loyal customers, who have made this achievement possible,” declared Mr. Ali Monassar.

Net Tours, established in 1989 expanded over the years under Net Group, which now comprises eight specialized business divisions that cater to various facets of travel and tourism business. The Group offers a range of professional services from ground handling to tours and safaris, holidays and transportation services, besides organising conventions as well as MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events). Net Tours has its head office in Dubai, branch offices in Abu Dhabi, Qatar and Oman, as well as overseas representatives in UK, Europe and Japan.

About Superbrands

Superbrands is acclaimed worldwide as being an independent authority and arbiter of branding excellence and is committed to paying tribute to exceptional brands and promoting the discipline of branding.The Superbrands Council members evaluate and score hundreds of brands available within the UAE and the highest scoring brands are then designated as Superbrands.

Net Group hosts Event in honour of Italian Ambassador HE Domenico Pedata

Dubai, UAE: June11, 2006 – Net Group, parent company of Net Tours, leading Destination Management Company in Dubai hosted a Farewell Dinner in honour of H.E. Domenico Pedata, Ambassador, Italian Embassy – Abu Dhabi & Mrs. Grazia Durante Pedata  on Sunday 11th June 2006  at ‘1001 Arabian Nights,’ Net Group’s VIP desert campsite on Oman-Hatta Road, about  45km from Dubai.

It was a colourful event attended by a huge gathering of distinguished dignitaries from the Italian Embassy, Abu Dhabi, ambassadors from Switzerland, Korea, Japan and Romania, as well as representatives of the corporate sector in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and other emirates besides media invitees. The event marked the acknowledgement of Net Groups’ long-standing association with Italy and the European tourism segment, and coincided with the 60^th Anniversary celebrations of the Republic of Italy, June 2006.

During the event, Mr Ali Abu Monassar, Vice Chairman, Net Group thanked the Italian Embassy, Abu Dhabi, for its support and extended his good wishes to the Ambassador HE Domenico Pedata and Mrs. Grazia Durante Pedata. Net Group also announced plans to start new and exclusive tour package that would showcase the archaeological wealth and natural bounty of Al Ain, one of the seven emirates in the UAE.

“Over the past seventeen years since inception, Net Group is committed to offering the best possible travel attractions that would help boost the Tourism sector in the emirates,” said Mr. Ali Monassar. “Thanks to the support of the Government, Tourism and hospitality industry, and our local and overseas business partners, we have made significant progress in our endeavour, and we continue to venture further ahead with innovative projects,” he added.

Net Group’s  ‘1001 Arabian Nights’ is a luxurious desert campsite that offers an enjoyable experience of tranquil moments amidst the fine ambience of ethnic décor and modern comfort. The exotic venue is suitable for a weekend holiday as well as for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events (MICE).

Dubai-based Net Tours, the flagship company of Net Group is the largest and oldest private Destination Management Company in Dubai. It has branch offices in Abu Dhabi, Oman and Qatar as well as overseas representatives in Germany, UK, Europe and Japan. It owns four other campsites in Dubai, besides ‘1001 Arabian Nights’, and offers a wide range of Desert Safaris, City Tours, mountain Tours, sporting ventures as well as Dhow dinner cruise.

Net Group comprises specialized business divisions that handle the various facets of tourism and travel services including Net Tours & Travels, Incentive Productions Concepts, Net Holidays, Net Conference and Conventions, Net Cruises, Netco Transport, and Pleasure Tours.

Honeymoon Romantic Getaway with Thai Airways

Net Group teams up with Thai Airways to Offer Special Honeymoon Packages

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – NET HOLIDAYS, a specialized division under Dubai-based Net Group, in partnership with Thai Airways offers Five Star Hotel stay at any of three select destinations in Thailand FREE of cost-when flying Royal Silk Class.

The special honeymoon offer is available for couples booking their flights through Net Holidays, Dubai and flying on board Thai Airways Royal Silk Class.

Stretch limousine transfer available through Thai Airways from any point in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain to the airport free of cost.

Upon arrival in one of the chosen destinations in Thailand – Bangkok, Chiang Mai or Phuket, you receive a warm welcome with a ‘welcome fruit basket’ and flowers in the room, welcome drink, celebration cake, bed decoration with flower petals, breakfast served in the room and a candle light dinner…all making for a romantic, memorable honeymoon.

Summer Holidays Special

NET HOLIDAYS also offers relaxing holidays at the most luxurious places of the world. Be it a resort on an island in the Indian Ocean, a Spa and Wellness oasis in an Asian country, or luxurious travel and tours arrangement on the European continent, Net Holidays offers a well-planned and smooth holiday trip.

Ayurveda, beach and backwaters…the south Indian state of Kerala is famous for its lush greenery, beaches and backwaters, which make for a cool, relaxing holiday. Here you may explore the silken gold beaches of Kovalam, the timeless serenity of the backwaters of Kumarakom, and experience the complete rejuvenation of Ayurveda. You may also feel the adventure of life on a houseboat. - You can enjoy it all, with the special offer created especially for you by Leela Kempinski Kovalam Beach and Kumarakom Lake Resort, arranged through Net Holidays. (May to September 2006).

Island Holidays

Net Holidays special offers are also available at select five star resorts at Langkawi, Rebak Island in Malaysia, and at Maldives as well as Seychelles. Transfers or island hopping tours are also arranged for the clients of Net Holidays (May to September 2006).

European charm

Special holidays to Europe are available in association with Four Seasons George V Restaurant in Paris (18 June to 24 August 2006) and Ritz, Paris (1^st July to 6^th August). In addition to these, Net Holidays offers a wide choice of luxury holidays and tours in Europe and other places.

For further information and bookings please call: 04-266 6655 EXT 707, 708, 709

E-mail:doris@netgroupdubai.com  www.netgroupdubai.com

Dubai’s 1001 Arabian Nights at IMEX, Frankfurt

Think Dubai, Think Incentive …

It has now become more than fashionable to combine business with leisure or vice-versa. But why Dubai? Well, the sunny beaches, luxurious hotels and interesting contrast of cultural and modern icons are certainly attractive. Further more, Dubai is the most ‘happening’ city in the United Arab Emirates and among the world’s safest places. People prefer Dubai for a leisure hangout, and it is definitely a choice destination for business conferences and corporate events. The concept of MICE (Meetings Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) is catching up as a great phenomenon. More and more companies from around the world are choosing Dubai.

Dubai is also within a comfortable flying time from Europe, which is a major advantage.

Incentive Productions Concepts, the Dubai-based company offering upscale MICE services, is all set to showcase its special offerings during IMEX 2006 in Frankfurt.

The company caters to incentives, seminars, special groups, team building activities and product launches. Incentive Productions is a part of the Net Group, leading Destination Management Company in Dubai, which enjoys 17 years of professional expertise. The Company takes advantage of Net Group-owned five well-equipped desert campsites, huge fleet of vehicles and trained multilingual guides. Be it a helicopter tour of the city of Dubai, or team building activities in the Hatta mountains, Incentive Productions has them all.

1001 Arabian Nights

At IMEX 2006, Incentive Productions will showcase one of its latest attractions, the ‘1001 Arabian Nights.’ This is a fascinating camp with splendid facilities especially designed for MICE events. Breathtakingly luxurious, it combines traditional Arabic charm with most modern facilities. It has a fully air-conditioned VIP lounge, a conference room with Internet facility and 24 hours satellite television channel connection. It is situated at 45 minutes’ drive from Dubai, and offers unique, resort-style overnight stay in a relaxing atmosphere.

“We have been particularly successful with the European incentive market,” says Martina Hugo, Manager of Incentive Productions. “This is because we know, from our long years of experience, exactly what Dubai offers to suit European taste.” Martina hails from Germany, and says her fifteen years of international experience and thorough knowledge of Dubai is more than useful.

IMEX 2006

IMEX is the essential worldwide exhibition for meetings and incentive travel since 2003, and Net Group has been a constant participant. At IMEX 2006 Net Group will be present along with Incentive Productions and their German representative TRAWELL.

For further information, log on to www.incentiveproductions.com

For information on IMEX 2006, log on to www.imex-frankfurt.com

Net Group to tap tourism attractions in Al Ain

Net Group, leading tourism and travel company in Dubai is to launch unique travel product that will showcase the archaeological wealth and natural bounty of Al Ain, one of the seven emirates in the UAE.

Net Group Vice Chairman Ali Abu Monassar made the announcement during Arabian Travel Market 2006, the region’s premier travel exhibition that drew a record number of participants.

“Al Ain abounds in archaeological wealth and natural beauty that is yet to be exposed through tour packages. We will be the first to launch a unique tourism product in Al Ain, that would offer new and interesting tourism attractions,” Ali explained.

Net Group is also building new desert camps in Abu Dhabi and Oman, Ali said. “In Dubai alone, we have five desert camps of our own, with various capacities, and we entertained 2000 visitors at a time in our largest camp site,” he said.

Dubai-based Net Group has branch offices in Abu Dhabi, Oman and Qatar, as well as overseas representatives in UK, Germany, Italy, France, Benelux and Japan.

“Restructuring of our Qatar Branch office and expanding of overseas network are part of our current programmes designed to widen our spectrum of services,” he commented.

New Attractions

“The innovative campsite featuring the theme of ‘1001 Arabian Nights’ is among our recent additions,” said Michelle Petermann, General Manager of Net Group. “The exclusive campsite portrays the splendour of Arabian décor and extends the warmth of true Arabian hospitality.” Michelle Petermann also outlined Net Group’s strong links with the hospitality industry.

For the twelfth consecutive year, Net Tours, the flagship company of Net Group participated as the official Destination Management Company for ATM 2006, offering complete ground handling for ATM participants, right from visa processing to hotel bookings and transfers.

Superbrand

Net Group, winner of Superbrand status for two consecutive years, 2005 and 2006, has eight specialized companies that cater to business and leisure travel needs as well as MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events).

The company offers a wide spectrum of tourism products such as City tours, Mountain tours, Desert safaris, Dhow cruise and Sport and adventure tours.