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GACA launches Return Initiative to facilitate pilgrims' departure
Government | Saturday 17 August, 2019 5:51 am
The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has announced the launch of Return Initiative, which it calls a qualitative and historic leap in terms of services being provided to pilgrims, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Friday. The initiative, which is scheduled to be launched in its...
Expo 2020 Dubai to receive the world in 430 days
Business & Money | Saturday 17 August, 2019 4:30 am
In 430 days, the world will witness a key international event, the Expo 2020 Dubai, which will be a cultural platform for gathering countries for 173 days in one place, to showcase their cultures, heritage and histories to 25 million potential visitors. Participating countries are looking...
National Information Center prepares
Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 17 August, 2019 4:15 am
State Security Presidency's National Information Center participates in Eiab initiative to be launched by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) during the next two days, alongside several government agencies aiming to serve more than 30,000 pilgrims from Malaysia, Indonesia and India...
M Hotel Makkah by Millennium scoops the “Best Value Luxury Hotel Award”
Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 17 August, 2019 4:12 am
M Hotel Makkah by Millennium, a 5-star hotel located at the heart of the holy city of Makkah, scoops the “Best Value Luxury Hotel Award” from the “Hotel of The Year Awards”. Every year, the Hotel of the Year Awards recognizes and rewards hotels and spas that deliver...
Media persons thank King for unparalleled Haj services
Culture & Education | Saturday 17 August, 2019 3:32 am
 Some 300 media representatives, who are guests of the Ministry of Media for this year's Haj, expressed thanks and appreciation in writing to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman for the efforts the Kingdom has exerted and continues to exert to serve pilgrims, Saudi Press Agency...
Tunisia Pavilion’s General Hannibal Greets Visitors to Souk Okaz in Taif Season
Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 17 August, 2019 3:30 am
The Tunisia Pavilion, being hosted at the 13th Souk Okaz during Taif Season, features a stereoscopic image of Hannibal Barca – the famous Carthaginian military commander. The image features the general on the back of an elephant, the animal he is most closely associated with. Born on the...
Pakistan and India Independence Days celebrated at Abu Dhabi International Airport
Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 17 August, 2019 2:36 am
 Visitors to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) from Pakistan and India were greeted by the green, white and saffron colors of their national flags, and steaming cups of Karak chai, to commemorate the Independence days of the two South Asian nations on the 14th and 15th of August...
 “Marathon of Colors” Begins with Event for all Family Members
Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 17 August, 2019 1:28 am
The “Marathon of Colors” was launched yesterday, with the event set to continue through the weekend, highlighting Taif’s status as the “Arab Summer Resort” destination.  The first day of the event was the “Family Marathon,” and featured a large...
Lebanese Pavilion in Souk Okaz Hosts Famous Attractions and Delicious Cuisine During Taif Season
Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 17 August, 2019 1:06 am
The gate of the Lebanese Pavilion in the heart of the Arab Quarter in Souk Okaz takes visitors on a journey to Beirut, where they can visit its famous landmarks, buy its beautiful products, enjoy the delicious cuisine, and experience its arts.  Within the pavilion are recreations of some of ...
Ithra hosts events as part of Tanween Cultural Season
Culture & Education | Friday 16 August, 2019 5:21 am
For the first time in Saudi Arabia, the King Abdul Aziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) will host the Luminarium and Box Wars events from Oct. 10 to 26 in Dhahran city. The events are part of the Tanween Cultural Season’s second edition, details of which will be announced...
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