As Dubai works to establish itself as a Certified Autism Destination™ (CAD), luxury hospitality providers are playing a critical role in reshaping the guest experience to be more inclusive. Among the leaders in this movement is Address Beach Resort, a flagship property under the Emaar Hospitality Group. Spearheading these efforts internally is Sity Nurhayati, Quality and Brand Experience Specialist, who has helped guide the resort through the rigorous process of becoming a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES).
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In the heart of Dubai Marina, the JW Marriott Hotel Marina is setting a powerful precedent for inclusive travel. As part of Dubai’s pioneering movement in the Middle East to become a Certified Autism Destination™ (CAD), the hotel earned its Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation through IBCCES. We sat down with Mar Falguera Garriga, the hotel’s former Head of Quality, to explore the journey behind the certification, the cultural shifts it inspired, and what it means for the future of hospitality in Dubai and beyond.
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