Because stories, like generosity, are meant to be shared. This Ramadan, Bookends is inviting the community to share the gift of reading through a simple Pay It Forward book exchange, built on the idea that stories are meant to be shared. The concept is straightforward: customers purchase a book and leave it behind for the next reader, often with a short, handwritten note. The next person can then choose a book that has already been paid for – and, in turn, add another book of their choice to the pool for someone else. There are no set values, vouchers or…
Author: Eat ‘N Stays
Jeddah: – SADAFCO has been recognized by the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON) as one of the top five factories in Jeddah Industrial City for excellence in implementing workplace safety standards. The recognition reinforces SADAFCO’s commitment to building a strong safety culture across its operations, where people, process discipline, and preventive practices are embedded into daily performance. It also reflects the company’s broader focus on operational excellence and responsible manufacturing, aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 and the Kingdom’s ambition for a safe, high-performing industrial sector. SADAFCO’s approach to workplace safety is built on clear governance, ongoing…
Riyadh: Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly owned subsidiary of Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), has announced a strategic partnership with Half Million, the Saudi-born specialty coffee brand, as part of its ongoing destination development strategy. The partnership marks a key milestone in SEVEN’s ambition to create vibrant, mixed-use entertainment destinations that seamlessly integrate dining, leisure, and community-driven experiences. By partnering with Half Million, SEVEN continues to elevate its lifestyle offering through collaborations with homegrown brands that reflect local culture, quality, and contemporary consumer preferences. Founded in 2018, Half Million has established itself as a preferred destination for coffee lovers across…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The inaugural Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia concluded on a high note in Riyadh, celebrating excellence, innovation and leadership across the region’s travel, tourism and hospitality sectors. Often regarded as the Oscars of the travel industry, the landmark first edition brought together senior leaders, policymakers and pioneers to recognise outstanding achievements shaping the future of regional tourism. Held at the Radisson Hotel Riyadh Airport, the evening opened with a warm welcome by Mr SanJeet, Director of DDP Group and host for the night, who set the tone for a celebration of people-driven progress. The distinguished guest list…
The accolades celebrate achievements spanning guest experience, operational excellence, innovation, team performance and sustainability. Paramount Hotel Dubai, Paramount Hotel Midtown, DAMAC Maison Aykon City, alongside the brand’s legacy DAMAC Maison properties, have all been honoured, reinforcing their growing influence within Dubai’s lifestyle, entertainment and hospitality landscape. Dubai : DAMAC Hospitality continues to strengthen its position as leaders in luxury, lifestyle and experience-led hospitality, driven by consistent industry recognition across their growing portfolio. DAMAC Hospitality, which includes DAMAC Hotels & Resorts, secured over 30 prestigious accolades across some of the region’s most respected hospitality platforms, reflecting excellence in hotel performance, brand…
Dubai : This Valentine’s Day, Amelia Dubai invites couples to celebrate love over an evening of refined Nikkei cuisine, handcrafted cocktails and immersive music, set within its signature retro-futuristic steampunk surroundings at Address Sky View. At the heart of the experience is Amelia’s award-winning à la carte menu, where guests can dive into a journey of Japanese-Peruvian flavours, paired with the venue’s celebrated mixology and warm, theatrical ambience. From early evening dining to late-night lounging, the space is transformed with romantic touches, creating an intimate yet vibrant setting for February 14th. The night is elevated by a special live percussion…
Holidaymakers are being urged to brush up on their plane and airport etiquette, as a recent survey has revealed the list of the most irritating passenger behaviours. Travel experts at Tiger.co.uk discovered that reclining seats frustrates fellow passengers the most, but it’s the second most annoying habit that could actually land passengers a fine. Passengers can now face fines for unbuckling their seatbelts and standing up from their seats before the seatbelt sign has been turned off. After an increase in complaints from passengers*, Turkey’s aviation authority has introduced a new regulation which allows passengers to be issued a £53 fine on…
Riyadh : Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly owned subsidiary of Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), has been confirmed as the Platinum Sponsor of the upcoming RLC Global Forum, reinforcing its role in shaping the future of entertainment in Saudi Arabia. SEVEN’s participation at RLC Global Forum reflects its commitment to building integrated entertainment ecosystems that bring together leisure, lifestyle, retail, and dining experiences under one destination-led vision. As a platinum sponsor, SEVEN will play an active role across the forum’s programming, industry engagement, and partner announcements. The sponsorship aligns with SEVEN’s broader mandate to develop world-class entertainment destinations across the…
Dumat Al-Jandal : Al-Jouf Dates Festival, organized by Al-Jouf Municipality in Dumat Al-Jandal Governorate, witnessed the participation of 40 families working in cottage industry, presenting a variety of products to festival visitors in a well-organized setting. The exhibits included date-based processed products such as date syrup, handicrafts and popular local foods. The festival prepared dedicated booths to high standards, enabling families to display their products professionally and support the governorate’s local economy. — SPA
Tabuk SPA — The “Hasma View” site in Tabuk Region has recently witnessed a notable increase in interest as one of the most prominent natural locations combining geographical and aesthetic value, making it an attractive destination for visitors, nature enthusiasts, photography hobbyists, and those interested in open environmental landscapes. This growing attention stems from the site’s expansive visual reach that brings together desert and mountain scenery in a natural panorama reflecting the region’s geographical diversity, where the horizontal lines of sandy plains intersect with the vertical extensions of rocky formations, creating a balanced visual dimension that mirrors the openness of…