New additions strengthen Hilton’s midscale portfolio in Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh : Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the signing of Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Olaya and Hampton by Hilton Riyadh Olaya in partnership with Saleh Abdulaziz Al Rajhi & Partners Co. Ltd. The two focused-service hotels will cater to the increasing demand for high-quality, value-driven accommodation in the Saudi capital among both business and leisure travellers. Strategically located along Olaya Street, one of Riyadh’s most prominent commercial districts, the properties will offer convenient access to key corporate, retail and entertainment destinations. Carlos Khneisser, Chief Development Officer, Middle East and Africa, Hilton said,…
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Dubai : As part of its ongoing growth strategy in Southeast Asia and commitment to the Philippines, Emirates will introduce four additional weekly flights between Dubai and Manila from 2 April. On Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Emirates’ flight EK330 will depart Dubai at 12:45hrs, arriving in Manila at 1:25hrs the next day. Emirates’ return flight EK331 will depart from Manila at 3:25hrs, arriving in Dubai at 8:25hrs. All times are local. Flights EK330/331 will be operated by Emirates’ Boeing 777-300ER, featuring 8 private suites in First Class, 42 lie-flat seats in Business Class, and 304 spacious seats in Economy…
What makes Graubunden an ideal winter destination compared to other regions? Graubünden is Switzerland’s largest alpine region and offers a rare combination of winter beauty, world-class hospitality, and authentic cultural depth. As the home of iconic destinations such as St. Moritz, Flims Laax and Davos Klosters, Graubunden brings together everything that Gulf travellers appreciate: privacy, luxury, family-friendly activities, and access to untouched nature. What makes Graubunden unique: Exceptional snow reliability across high-altitude resorts Three leading destination partners offering variety — from sporty LAAX to glamorous St. Moritz and prestigious Davos A collection of premium partner hotels, including Kulm Hotel St. Moritz, Grace La Margna St.…
Team Defender defeated Team AlUla to claim the coveted AlUla Desert Polo trophy Team Budget won the Subsidiary Final, while Team Dadan took the Wooden Spoon AlUla Desert Polo once again highlighted AlUla’s rich equestrian history and world-class sports infrastructure AlUla : The 2026 AlUla Desert Polo reached a spectacular conclusion on Saturday, as two days of elite competition culminated in a thrilling Finals Day at Mohammed Yousuf Naghi AlFursan Equestrian Village, set against AlUla’s iconic landscape. The Final saw Team Defender crowned champions after defeating Team AlUla 9-8 to lift the coveted AlUla Desert Polo Trophy and bring the tournament to a memorable close. It…
Riyadh : Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Hail Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Hail Region Development Authority, Hail Region entered the Guinness World Records after successfully organizing the world’s largest 4×4 parade. The event took place in the historic Tuwaran area, northwest of Hail, on Friday, January 16, 2026. The parade featured 501 4×4 vehicles traversing a 7-kilometer stretch of unpaved desert terrain, creating an exceptional spectacle that embodied the spirit of adventure, highlighted the region’s diverse natural environment and topography, and reinforced Hail’s position…
The World’s Largest Real-Life 4×4 Robot Game Hail : The Hail region has made a notable appearance on the Gulf tourism map with the world’s largest 4×4 robot game, a level of organization unmatched in the region and globally. This event aims to attract a large number of Gulf tourists and wildlife adventure enthusiasts, following its participation in the heart of the main open winter environments, especially during the season. The event, held in the historic Tuwaran area northwest of Hail, was hosted by His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Hail Region and Chairman of…
Celebrating four decades of engineering, sustainability, marine innovation and AI driven development, the Group outlines its long-term vision for the next 40 years of wellness centred, future ready luxury real estate. Dubai : As 2025 draws to a close, we reflect on an exceptional year marking four decades of Kleindienst Group’s pioneering journey. Since establishing its first Dubai investment in 2002, Kleindienst Group has been the only developer that has continuously and consistently contributed to development on The World Islands since 2007, transforming the vision of luxury real estate and destinations into reality. Founded in Austria in 1985, Kleindienst Group has…
At Nolinski Venezia, where culture, calm and celebration shape the season Venice : Winter is still alive in Venice. Despite the cool weather, the city remains rich with events and seasonal energy, moving between moments of celebration and calm. As the year begins, Venice sets the stage for Valentine’s Day, the return of Carnival and the wider excitement surrounding the Winter Olympics in northern Italy. At the centre of this winter rhythm, Nolinski Venezia offers a quiet, elegant retreat, allowing guests to experience the city’s cultural intensity while always returning to a sense of calm. From 7 February, the annual Venice…
DUBAI – Last night, Nobu founders Nobu Matsuhisa and Meir Teper celebrated the grand opening of Nobu One Za’abeel with a spectacular event, marking an exciting new chapter for the iconic Nobu brand. The celebration welcomed A-listers from around the world, including Lindsay Lohan, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Gunna, Jacqueline Fernandez, Bobby Deol, Rema, Chanel Iman, Nawal El Zoghbi, Dorra Zarrouk, Noha Nabil, Nicolas Mouawad, Hassan El Raddad, Amy Samir Ghanem, Nader Al Atat, Lojain Omran, Nelly Karim, Karen Wazen, AP Dhillon, and Rayanne Harake. Following a red-carpet arrival, guests were invited to discover the venue for the very first time.…
Team AlUla won Zone A and Team Defender topped Zone B to set up showdown for the prestigious AlUla Desert Polo trophy Team BSF and Team Budget will contest the Subsidiary Final, while Team Dadan and Team VISA play for the Wooden Spoon Trophy AlUla Desert Polo showcases world-class sport and Saudi Arabia’s rich equestrian heritage in an iconic setting AlUla : The 2026 AlUla Desert Polo began in spectacular fashion on Friday as six elite teams took to the field at Mohammed Yousuf Naghi AlFursan Equestrian Village to deliver a thrilling opening day of world-class polo set against AlUla’s iconic landscape.…