Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 22 July, 2015 3:49 am

Prices of resorts, chalets in Jeddah skyrocket

Resorts and chalets in Jeddah are packed to capacity and doing a roaring business this Eid holiday, with the rates skyrocketing. A survey by a local publication showed that the increase in prices in the tourism and hospitality sector during Eid Al-Fitr holiday ranged from 50 to 100 percent, in...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 22 July, 2015 3:47 am

Special Eid events draw 1.9m visitors to Riyadh

Colorful Eid Al-Fitr celebrations in Riyadh attracted 1.9 million visitors who experienced the rich annual cultural bonanza as the capital was decked out to celebrate the occasion with religious and traditional gaiety. “Festive events spread over the first three days of Eid Al-Fitr...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 22 July, 2015 12:49 am

Oman Air Expands Omani Pilot Recruitment Programme

Following a huge response to its current recruitment drive, Oman Air is expanding opportunities for Omani nationals to become pilots with the airline. The national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman is now accepting applications from graduates with no prior flight training, as well as those who...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 21 July, 2015 3:33 pm

ROTANA HOTELS REACHED OUT TO COMMUNITY THIS RAMADAN

Rose Rayhaan by Rotana, Dubai and Al Manshar Rotana Kuwait in collaboration with WSP l Parsons Brinckerhoff in the Middle East organized a charity campaign for the labourers.   On the occasion of the Holy month of Ramadan, as part of the hotel’s Corporate Social Responsibility...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 21 July, 2015 5:37 am

Jeddah to seek Guinness entry as ‘city of festivals’

Jeddah should be able to enter the Guinness Book of World Records as “The City of Festivals” in 2016 because it has been successfully holding a record number of events, festivals and exhibitions at the national and international levels, say officials.  It is a known fact that...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 21 July, 2015 1:02 am

Enjoy a superb summer at Hawthorn Suites

You don’t need a long drive away from the city to chill out and  relax as Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham offers hot and exciting deals perfect for the summer season.  Check in for as low as AED500/ per night for a Deluxe Room and AED600/ for a One-Bedroom Suite and AED900/ for a...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 20 July, 2015 5:51 am

Riyadh fest marked with fervor

Women and children have flocked to King Salman Social Center to enjoy the folkloric shows presented by women's groups. They also attended the fashion show organized by Saudi fashion designer Modi Al-Sehli.  Numerous Saudi female poets presented poem on Eid and patriotism as well as...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 20 July, 2015 3:45 am

Events to continue for 10 days in Madinah

Madinah Mayor Khaled bin Abdul Qader Taher inaugurated various entertainment, shopping, cultural, heritage and social events in seven different areas of the holy city as part of Eid festivities.  The celebrations, held under the patronage of Madinah Gov. Prince Faisal bin Salman, have...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 20 July, 2015 2:42 am

‘Jeddah Festival 36’ eyes global tourism

Jeddah Festival 36’ is moving toward competing globally with its entertaining and interesting activities.  Launched by Jeddah Gov. Prince Mishaal bin Majed on Saturday at Jeddah Center for Forums and Exhibitions, the event will continue for 30 days, local media reported.  The...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 20 July, 2015 2:24 am

ATLANTIS, THE PALM LAUNCHES THE FAMILY FUN FACTORY

Atlantis, The Palm welcomes its newest family attraction this summer with the launch of Atlantis Family Fun Factory, an exciting indoor entertainment destination packed with video games, prizes, treats and arts and crafts, all available for unlimited play at one fixed price: perfect for keeping...

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