Tourism & Hospitality

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UAE’s international tourism receipts are somewhat close to $10 billion
May 19, 2013 - 12:39 GMT
The UAE is the world’s 31st popular tourism destination and the most popular in the Arab World, ahead of Egypt — ranked 32nd and Saudi Arabia ranked 35 — in terms of tourism receipts.

March 27, 2012

Cooking class participants
08:32 GMT
(press release)

Silk Route, the award-winning Asian restaurant at Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa, is pleased to announce that sessions for the second cooking classes will begin on 7th April, 2012.

March 26, 2012

The Address Marassi Golf Resort & Spa
10:30 GMT
(press release)

Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality & leisure subsidiary of Emaar Properties, has announced plans to strengthen its footprint across global growth markets in 2012.

Movement directed by Aisha Almuqla and Noora Kamal
10:02 GMT
(press release)

At least six films from Bahrain will make their world premiere in the fifth Gulf Film Festival, the home of bold, contemporary and innovative cinema from the Arabian peninsula.

March 25, 2012

Dr. Fahad Al-Jarpoa - CEO of Al-Tayyar Travel Group
07:46 GMT
(press release)

Al-Tayyar Travel Group has announced being the diamond sponsor for the “Career Day” in the United Kingdom, through its ongoing policy to build Saudization in the Travel and Tourism industry.

March 22, 2012

Team Miramar
13:31 GMT
(press release)

Iberotel Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort has been recognised with multiple awards at the prestigious Emirates Salon Culinaire recently held at the World Trade Center as part of this year’s Gulf Food and Equipment Exhibition.

Ahmed El Salawi, Regional Director of Brand Performance for Egypt & Levant
12:06 GMT
(press release)

Hilton Worldwide announced that Ahmed El Salawi, former GM of Hilton Zamalek Residences in Cairo, has been appointed Regional Director of Brand Performance for Egypt & Levant.

March 21, 2012

InterContinental Hotels
11:03 GMT

InterContinental Aqaba Resort always organizes and holds many activities and sports events that keep guests and sports enthusiasts excited and eager to stay connected and take part in those activities.

March 20, 2012

Hilton HHonors
07:26 GMT
(press release)

Hilton HHonors has launched its latest global promotion, Double Your HHonors.

March 18, 2012

Khaled Rageh, Front Office Manager
13:27 GMT
(press release)

Ramada Downtown Dubai is delighted to officially announce the appointment of Khaled Rageh as Front Office Manager who will be responsible in ensuring efficient operation of the hotel’s front office.

March 15, 2012

Saudi Arabia aims to make its tourism industry an important part of its economy, particularly as a means of job creation in the country
08:37 GMT

Saudi Arabia is working on plans to pump more money into its tourism industry and improve infrastructure such as hotels and airports.

Al Bustan officials with players of Special Olympics
07:46 GMT
(press release)

Al Bustan Centre and Residence, hosted the stay of 400 athletes from 45 countries who competed at the recently concluded 4th Fazza International Powerlifting Championship.

March 14, 2012

Hyatt Hotels
08:24 GMT
(press release)

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced it is transforming the standard in-room television into a fully connected, interactive entertainment centre and virtual concierge at its full-service properties.

March 11, 2012

During the blood donation campaign
11:23 GMT

Crowne Plaza Amman held a blood donation campaign at its premises as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility strategy aimed at being a responsible member in the community, and benefiting members of society as a whole.

SIKKA 2012
09:38 GMT
(press release)

SIKKA 2012, the contemporary art fair by Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, has unveiled the details of its extensive programme, to be held from March 15 to 25, 2012.

March 8, 2012

One Bedroom Over Water Suite, Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora
10:46 GMT
(press release)

Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora is available for complete island buyouts, allowing a group total use of this quintessential South Pacific resort.