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The First Group

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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
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Sana and Yacine were very helpful to us during the stay well organized and the hotel choice was just perfect we enjoyed the stay Thank you TFG and Dubai Lifestyle for this amazing experience

Date of experience: December 21, 2022
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr.Gilbert,

Thank you for your review and feedback on the service you received from our team. Our mission is to provide the best service to all our clients and we’re delighted we met your expectations.

We look forward to being at your service for years to come!

Kind Regards,
The First Group

Saudi Arabia
1 review
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رعبتي ونداهيم مرينا لانني جربت the first collection

Date of experience: December 21, 2022
Saudi Arabia
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ان شاالله تكون التجربة جميله ورائعه وتستحق التجربه مرة اخرى

Date of experience: December 21, 2022
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

عزيزي السيد باسل ،

شكرا لك على رأيك وتعليقاتك على الخدمة التي تلقيتها.
إنه لمن دواعي السرور أن تعلم أنك حظيت بتجربة ممتعة مع فريقنا.
نتطلع إلى الترحيب بك في دبي قريبًا!

تحايتي،
ذا فيرست جروب "

Egypt
1 review
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Experience will be clear after staying in the Hotels

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
AE
1 review
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Thanks to Yacine who arranged the stay for me and my...
December 20, 2022
Updated review

Thanks to Yacine who arranged the stay for me and my family we really enjoyed every moment Great experience

Date of experience: December 20, 2022

Nothing much yet
November 7, 2022
Previous review

Nothing much yet. Just hope to hear from you soon

Date of experience: November 7, 2022
Saudi Arabia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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الخدمة جيده لكن ينقصها بعض الاهتمام من خلال تاكيد فوري للحجوزات

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
Rwanda
1 review
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Nous serons ravis de passer les vacances à dubai

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
AE
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We enjoyed our holidays My wife and I are very satisfied with the service Thank you Yacine for this experience

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Phemelo,

Thank you for becoming a member of our exclusive Dubai Lifestyle Experience.

We are glad to know that you and your wife had a wonderful experience in Dubai!

Kind regards,
The First Group

AE
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I wasn't able to choose the dates I wanted. I'm in a DUbai today and I wanted to use this voucher from Today. Please let me know if you can arrange a hotel for today. Thanks

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
GB
1 review
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Good package deals, friendly staff sales person (Lara Saleh) and easy to book with multiple options and choices.

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Kashif,

Thank you for your review and feedback on your trip to Dubai with our exclusive Dubai Lifestyle Experience!

We're so glad to hear that your partner and you had a memorable time on your wedding anniversary. We wish you both a Happy Anniversary and a lifetime of happiness!

We look forward to welcoming you again.

Best regards,
The First Group

Egypt
1 review
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من فضلك عايز اعرف المبالغ المطلوبة منى علشان
(١) استخراج الفيزا الى دبى (شخصين)
(٢) تكلفة توفير عربه من الفندق لاحضار ٢ شخص مع العلم وجود عجلة Whellchair خاصة بى.

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
Canada
1 review
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It a very good experience dealing with first collection and very intriguing with the offers they have.

Date of experience: December 18, 2022
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Nketiah,

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear that you have a wonderful experience as a Dubai Lifestyle member at The First Collection.

We pride ourselves in delivering exceptional customer service, and it is gratifying to learn that you had such great interactions with our team members.

We hope to see you in Dubai again!

Warm Regards,
The First Group

South Africa
1 review
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Travel request calendar on your website end on 31 January 2023.
I could not choose February 2023, which our travel month.

Prefered arrival date - 08 February 2023.
Alternate arrival date - 10 February 2023

Date of experience: December 17, 2022
AE
1 review
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Thank you Mostafa for the friendly service, was a great...
December 17, 2022
Updated review

Thank you Mostafa for the friendly service, was a great vacation highly recomended to everyone want to discover Dubai from new view.

Date of experience: December 17, 2022
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr. Saled,

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear that you have had a wonderful experience as a Dubai Lifestyle member. Our mission is to provide the best service to all our clients and we’re delighted we met your expectations.

We hope to see you in Dubai again!

Kind Regards,
The First Group


Nice, clear information
October 12, 2022
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Nice, clear information

Date of experience: October 12, 2022
Egypt
1 review
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Excellent customer service
December 15, 2022

Excellent phone experience, response was in less than 24 hours

Date of experience: December 15, 2022
Ghana
1 review
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Excellence and professionalism to the highest peak.

Date of experience: December 15, 2022
AE
1 review
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Dear TFG I would Like to Thank you for the great experience which was organized by Yacine from Dubai Lifestyle we enjoyed every moment my wife and I are very satisfied

Date of experience: December 13, 2022
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr.Djoukoua,

Thank you for becoming a member of our exclusive Dubai Lifestyle Experience.

We are delighted to know that you and your wife had a wonderful experience in Dubai.

We look forward to welcoming you back to Dubai!

Kind regards,
The First Group

AE
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Specail thanks to Mr Mostafa for help all the time.
Was not the first time in Dubai, but it was really diffrent
I loved the hotel service and activity.

Date of experience: December 11, 2022
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Marina,

Thank you for your review and feedback on the service you received.

We pride ourselves in delivering exceptional customer service; and it is gratifying to learn that you had a pleasant experience with Mostafa.

We look forward to welcoming you to Dubai again!

Warmest regards,
The First Group

AE
1 review
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Big thanks to the Dubai lifestyle Team for the great experience Thank you to Yacine who made everything easy for me and my family Will come back and see you soon

Date of experience: December 11, 2022
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr.Waleed,

Thank you so much for your feedback and for sharing your positive experience.

We look forward to welcoming you again.

Warmest regards,
The First Group

AE
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Dear Sir,I would like to seize this occasion to thank...
December 11, 2022
Updated review

Dear Sir,
I would like to seize this occasion to thank First Group for such an awesome experience of the Dubai Lifestyle. This is the first time I have enjoyed my visit to Dubai, and thanks to you First Group and most especially our amazing Agent Abdel Rahman.

In fact, Abdel Rahman had a fantastic program for us, and he was at any point in time responsive to our needs. We are extremely thankful to Abdel Rahman for his exceptional hospitality and friendship. May Allah continue to bless him, and the First Group as well.

Everyone we had come across at First Group has been uniquely exceptional in hospitality.

Our sincerest thanks

Date of experience: December 11, 2022
TFG D. The First Group Rep
over a year old

Dear Mr.Emmanuel,

Thank you for taking out the time to write such a thorough review. We greatly appreciate your honest feedback and are pleased to learn of your positive experience.

We pride ourselves in delivering exceptional customer service; and it is gratifying to learn that you had such great interactions with our team members.

We look forward to being at your service for years to come!

Warmest regards,
The First Group


Pretty fantastic process so far
November 5, 2022
Previous review

Pretty fantastic process so far

Date of experience: November 5, 2022