In line with the UAE’s Year of Community, the Middle East’s oldest shopping mall is supporting the city’s efforts to champion inclusivity and empower People of Determination Dubai-: Al Ghurair Centre, the first modern shopping mall in the Middle East, has announced another Dubai first with the launch of 21 Café, a new concept store fully powered by a team of professionally trained staff with Down Syndrome. The pioneering initiative aligns with the emirate’s broader vision of prioritising the needs and ensuring the welfare of people of determination, ensuring every member of the community can thrive and lead a fulfilled…
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Savor Catch at St. Regis’s luxurious crab feast, featuring rare varieties from soft-shell to king. Abu Dhabi, UAE:This May, Catch at St. Regis invites guests to indulge in the treasures of the sea with Catch D Crab — a week-long dining experience showcasing premium crab varieties. Available exclusively from 11 to 18 May, between 12 PM and 12 AM, this celebration of fine seafood features a specially curated à la carte menu of refined dishes in a sophisticated seaside ambiance. A perfect venue for friends and families to unwind and connect with a delectable seafood feast, Catch at St. Regis…
Abu Dhabi – His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has witnessed the announcement of the Disney Theme Park Resort project on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, following a strategic partnership agreement between The Walt Disney Company and Miral. His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan underscored that the development of this entertainment project in Abu Dhabi reflects the importance and global standing of both the United Arab Emirates and the emirate as a leading destination in the leisure tourism sector. His…
Riyadh : Business France, the public consulting business serving the international development of the French economy pleased to announce the participation of 10 leading companies at the Saudi Food Show 2025. From May 12th to 14th in Riyadh, the French pavilion will present a wide selection of premium French products including beverages, gourmet oils, sweet and savory spreads, dry goods, and dairy specialties showcased at the French Pavilion in Hall 3. This year, the Taste France pavilion will highlight the creativity, excellence, and authenticity of French agri-food industry. France: A Leading Agri-Food Power With €88.2 billion in agricultural production (both…
United Arab Emirates-– Global Village, the region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, hosted its “Annual Achievement Awards’ ceremony yesterday evening, to honour its strategic business partners, including key government authorities, SMEs, entrepreneurs and business owners, for their integral contribution to the success of Global Village’s Season 29. Highlighting exceptional achievements across various categories, the Global Village Achievement Awards pay tribute to the enduring value that partners bring to Global Village, recognising their vital role in reinforcing the destination’s ongoing commitment to delivering the finest guest experiences, season after season. The ceremony commenced with honouring the Government…
DUBAI:Step into a significant new chapter in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the world leading hospitality group Accor. Recognized among the most storied addresses in the world and celebrating the best of each destination, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts will embrace culture in all its forms with three new Saudi openings – Fairmont Red Sea opening end of 2025, Fairmont Ajdan Al Khobar in 2027 and Fairmont Rua Madinah in 2028. Aligned with the Kingdom’s Saudi Vision 2030, this signifies a new stronghold in the Kingdom and bolsters the brand’s record-breaking pipeline. Maarten Den…
UAE and KSA lead visitor numbers; Oman sees 104% spike Dubai, UAE – Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) has reported a robust 31% year-on-year increase in arrivals from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region in 2024, as the island continues to interest the travellers seeking authentic, high-end Caribbean escapes. The UAE led the visitor numbers, followed by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with increases of 30% and 36%, respectively. Oman also emerged as a standout market, registering an impressive 104% increase in travellers to Barbados compared to the previous year. This regional upswing reflects a growing appetite for long-haul, luxury leisure travel among GCC residents, particularly to…
Independent panel of judges congratulate the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism – 84% of exhibition stand created out of reused materials, 100% of materials locally sourced, carbon emissions reduced by approximately 10% Airlines, destinations and hotel groups all recognised across 7 categories in ATM 2025 stand awards Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) was presented with the Sustainable Stand Award at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which concludes tomorrow (Thursday 1st May) at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). DET was recognised by an independent panel of judges due to the fact…
Jeddah – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the Value of Air Transport study for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at IATA Aviation Day MENA. The report quantifies the substantial benefits that aviation (including aviation-related tourism) generates in terms of jobs and economic activity in the Kingdom. Highlights from 2023 data show that aviation supports and facilitates: USD 90.6 billion of economic activity (total impact including wider supply chain, employee spending, and tourism activities), equal to 8.5% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) 4 million jobs (total impact including wider supply chain, employee spending, and tourism activities), 62,000 of which…
Jeddah :The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced several training agreements with Saudi airlines, airports, and academic institutions to address critical skills needed to support the Kingdom’s growing aviation sector. These agreements were concluded at the IATA Aviation Day Middle East and North Africa (MENA), taking place in Jeddah on 6-7 May 2025. In the initial phase, over 1,000 aviation graduates and employees will receive comprehensive skills training, covering a wide range of areas, including airport development, safety, airline management and ground operations. Today aviation contributes USD 90.6 billion, or 8.5%, to Saudi Arabia’s GDP and supports 1.4 million jobs—62,000…