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The First Group

4.3

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Over the past two decades, The First Group has forged a reputation as one of the hospitality industry’s leading innovators, providing groundbreaking investment opportunities to clients and partners, while delivering exceptional, memorable experiences to hotel and leisure guests. Bolstering our reputation as the region’s premier end-to-end hospitality solutions provider, we operate a diverse, high-value asset portfolio ranging from award-winning upscale hotels and residences to exciting F&B outlets and lifestyle venues. Our visionary, trailblazing approach to hotel and hospitality asset management has made us a trusted partner of some of the industry’s leading global brands. Discover more at www.thefirstgroup.com


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The First Group Reviews Summary

The First Group generally enjoys a positive reputation, with customers frequently praising the professionalism and friendliness of the staff, as well as the informative nature of their investment presentations. Many reviewers appreciated the seamless organization of their experiences and the welcoming atmosphere. However, some concerns were raised about communication issues and a lack of clear planning, which led to feelings of unpredictability and stress during their trips. Additionally, discrepancies regarding package inclusions created disappointment for some customers. Overall, the company demonstrates strong customer service but could enhance its communication and planning processes to further improve client satisfaction.

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AE
1 review
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Future investors
January 3, 2025

I have a great experience. Hospitality was the best.
Explaining Stage payment is up to expectations.

Date of experience: December 24, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. S.P P,

We are thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience with us at The First Group! Thank you for sharing your positive feedback.

We look forward to serving you again in the future!

Warm regards,
The First Group

Saudi Arabia
1 review
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Date of experience: December 24, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Abdelmalik,

Thank you for leaving us with a 5-star review! We value your feedback.

Warm regards,
The First Group

AE
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Majestic
January 3, 2025

It was very good and excellent. We managed to visit the beach which offers a good relaxation mood as well the canteen was marvelous

Date of experience: December 24, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Edmore,

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us in Dubai! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time.

Warm regards,
The First Group

South Africa
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Misleading information
January 3, 2025

They say they are selling property apartments where as they are not but they are a vacation club totally misleading information

Date of experience: December 24, 2024
Cyprus
1 review
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Amazing
January 1, 2025

Very good service and easy booking experience.
Prompt customer service.

Date of experience: December 27, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Christos,

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear that your experience was positive overall.

Warm regards,
The First Group

AE
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It's a timeshare.
December 31, 2024

It's a timeshare to sell for 1 week in a year, salesman was very vague not clearly explaining the property, it was just looking to make $1700 in 2 hour, without any hesitation.

Date of experience: December 21, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Farshid,

We would like to review your situation further and ask that you contact us at [email protected] so a team member can reach out to you directly.

Kind regards,
The First Group

Saudi Arabia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Hotel booking issues
December 31, 2024

Still ì don't travel and I'm facing many challenges for hotel booking, more headache for me, if I book and plan my trip it will be more easy than this way

Date of experience: December 21, 2024
Angola
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Suporte extraordinário, dado pelo Sr. Said Darghan e uma plataforma simples e interativa.

Date of experience: December 21, 2024
Cyprus
1 review
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Pushy employees, unpleasant experience
December 30, 2024

From the promoter contacting us on the street, to Jose, the relationship manager we did not like the treatment. Nothing was organised the way the promoter promised. If you want a customer to invest a few millions in Dubai real estate market then start listening to what customers say and show respect!

Date of experience: December 20, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Csaba,

In an effort to better understand your situation, we request that you email us directly at [email protected] with your contact details and a member of our team will reach out to you to address your concerns.

Regards,
The First Group

Zambia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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You dont reply to my emails
December 29, 2024

I have been sending u emails and u chose not to reply. How then do u expect me to get more information from you?

Date of experience: December 19, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Brian,

We would like to review your situation further and ask that you contact us at [email protected] so a team member can reach out to you directly.

Kind regards,
The First Group

CD
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Indisponibilité des Hôtels
December 29, 2024

L'indisponibilité des hôtels de premier choix.
Une amélioration serait parfait.

Date of experience: December 19, 2024
South Africa
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent
December 26, 2024

Excellent. I receive instant responses everytime I enquire

Date of experience: December 15, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Mzuyanda,

Thank you for leaving us with a 5-star review! We value your feedback.

Warm regards,
The First Group

Spain
1 review
0 helpful votes
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اداء راقي
December 25, 2024

تعاون الفريق وأماكن الإقامة ممتازة كما ان العروض المقدمة دا ئما متميزة

Date of experience: December 19, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

عزيزي السيد ديكل,

شكرًا لك على مشاركة تعليقاتك الإيجابية حول تجربتك معنا في دبي! وقد سعدنا لسماع أنك حظيت بأمتع الأوقات برفقتنا.

مع وافر الاحترام والتقدير،
ذا فيرست جروب

Kenya
1 review
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The site seeing was great, explanation by your team on what the investment comes with and the befits as a foreigner.

Date of experience: December 14, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Joseph,

We are thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience with us at The First Group! Thank you for sharing your positive feedback.

We look forward to serving you again in the future!

Warm regards,
The First Group

Egypt
1 review
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Very pushy sales people
December 22, 2024

First we wasted about 3 hours of our time just to sell us a hotel package which we were not interested in
But being very pushy and trying to pressurise us to buy

Date of experience: December 11, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Mahroof,

We would like to review your situation further and ask that you contact us at [email protected] so a team member can reach out to you directly.

Kind regards,
The First Group

AE
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have impressed during my visit but unfortunately I couldn't make decisions due to unforeseen reasons. However, I keep on promote throughout my friends and family members

Date of experience: December 9, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Subba,

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear that you were impressed during your visit, even though unforeseen circumstances prevented you from making a decision at the time.

We truly appreciate your support in promoting our services to your friends and family—it means a lot to us.

Warm regards,
The First Group

Israel
1 review
0 helpful votes
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اشكركم على حسن معاملتكم وعلى الاشياء التى تقدموها لزبائنكم

Date of experience: December 8, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

عزيزي السيد دونا,

شكرًا لك على مشاركة تجربتك الإيجابية مع السيد مؤمن. رضا العملاء هو أولويتنا القصوى؛ ومن الرائع دائمًا تلقي مثل هذه التعليقات.

مع وافر الاحترام والتقدير،
ذا فيرست جروب

GB
1 review
0 helpful votes
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An experience with breathtaking views.
December 17, 2024

From pick-up to drop-off it was 5.5hrs. Visited superb locations with breathtaking views. Found the process full of small talk - and then some serious discussions. Would have liked more beverages / snacks to kerb the hunger urge considering the amount of time we spent there.

Date of experience: December 6, 2024
New York
1 review
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Very confusing and highly unsatisfied
December 16, 2024
Updated review

It took days to get a confirmation. Was very difficult to plan and arranged flights bec of that. When introduced the offer they spoke as if we could get every thing quickly and satisfactory. But just opposite the case. Still we did not get any confirmation for the hotels telling that they will try their best to provide. The other issue was that when it was offered we were told that we will have FB but it seems we have just BB. So I will never promote nor we will encourage anyone to get this so called promotion.

Date of experience: December 3, 2024
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Indrajith,

In an effort to better understand your situation, we request that you email us directly at [email protected] with your contact details and a member of our team will reach out to you to address your concerns.

Regards,
The First Group


Should have been instant
December 13, 2024
Previous review

Should have been instant

Date of experience: December 3, 2024
Pakistan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fabulous investment
December 13, 2024

Great projects by The first group. The only point that I missed at the start was the actual investment of ownership. Overall very professional people and great opportunities for investors.

Date of experience: November 29, 2024