Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 1 August, 2015 4:03 am

Size of tourism industry crosses SR100m mark

The size of the tourism industry has crossed the SR100-million mark with around 130 organizations in the field and the revenues generated through festivals are approximately SR11 billion annually, experts have said.  The figures have been provided by industry experts to the Saudi...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 31 July, 2015 5:37 pm

ETIHAD AIRWAYS’ NEW SECOND DAILY SERVICE CONNECTS MELBOURNE TO THE WORLD

The launch this weekend of Etihad Airways’ second daily non-stop service will connect Melbourne with more of the world’s great cities and create new opportunities for international commerce and trade.   Etihad Airways flight EY462 will depart Abu Dhabi at 10:30am local time...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 31 July, 2015 4:07 pm

Tourism sector undergoing significant transformation

The tourism industry in the Kingdom is witnessing great interest by authorities to develop the archaeological areas, promote their support services and create the best environment for tourism products, said businessman Abdul Mohsen Al-Hokair. He said: “The Saudi Commission for Tourism and...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 31 July, 2015 3:55 am

Orphans find trip to World Circus highly entertaining

The ongoing World Circus at north Obhur has brought smiles on the faces of orphans, with its show of acrobats featuring 20 performers and clowns. The orphans of Al-Rawdah district charitable organization said they found the circus entertaining and enjoyable, especially with acts performed by...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 30 July, 2015 3:18 am

Jeddah show enthralls all

Jeddah Show, one of the many events of Jeddah Summer Festival 36, is attracting a large number of visitors. The sound-and-light show is being run at the Jeddah International Exhibition and Convention Center. The show tells the story of the Bride of the Red Sea over the past 1,000 years. The show...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 30 July, 2015 3:07 am

ETIHAD AIRWAYS PRESIDENT AND CEO ADDRESSES THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL AIRLINE COMPETITION

Etihad Airways President and CEO James Hogan emphasized the importance of consumer choice and innovation as the fundamental drivers of competition in the international airline industry during a public conversation before an audience of approximately 4,000 attendees at the 2015 Global Business...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 30 July, 2015 3:02 am

ATLANTIS, THE PALM OFFERS KIDS THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET SHARKS

Dive Atlantis at Atlantis The Palm, Dubai has unveiled a range of new dive programs with youngsters in mind, allowing them to get even closer to the 65,000 marine animals that call Atlantis their home. In collaboration with PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors), the resort has...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 30 July, 2015 1:56 am

Enjoy Summer Offers at Jumeirah Hotels around the world

Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has launched a series of special offers and promotions at hotels and resorts around the world. The promotions aim to boost guest arrivals during the summer season, typically the busiest travel period for families,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 29 July, 2015 1:35 pm

Your Personal Guide to Dubai Summer Surprises on Twitter

Dubai Summer Surprises (@DSS_social), the most exciting retail event in the region, has come back this year to celebrate its 18th anniversary, with new concerts, offers, and deals to experience and enjoy. The annual festival will run for 45 consecutive days from July 23 - September 5, and now you...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 29 July, 2015 1:11 pm

World Record Attempt on International Friendship Day

Oman Air is to celebrate international Friendship Day by launching a spectacular Guinness World Record attempt on July 30, 2015. People from around the world are invited to post their own pictures of family members, friends and colleagues holding hands on the campaign website...

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