Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 22 August, 2016 3:15 pm

Turkish Airlines puts spotlight on Turkey’s routine business & tourism operations by hosting 50 influential media from the Middle East

Turkish Airlines, Europe’s best airline for the sixth year in a row*, and flying to more countries and international destinations than any other airline in the world, is highlighting the continued growth of Turkey as a business and tourism hubby hosting 50 influential media from the Middle...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 22 August, 2016 3:04 pm

Travel spotlight on ‘preferred’ Eid getaways as half of UAE residents eye seasonal escapes

According to Preferred Hotels & Resorts, with the Eid holidays on the horizon UAE residents are gearing up for a short getaway with easily accessible destinations the top choice as summer winds down.   A recent survey of over 1,500 people in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, conducted ...

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Business & Money | Monday 22 August, 2016 2:58 pm

‘Al Dawaa’ Launches E-Store Exclusively on SOUQ.com

SOUQ.com, the Middle East’s largest online retail and marketplace platform has announced the launch of an exclusive e-store of the award winning Al Dawaa Pharmacies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This collaboration will provide customers in the KSA a convenient access to an extensive...

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Business & Money | Monday 22 August, 2016 2:15 pm

Multi-Tiered Growth Fueling Opportunities in Qatar’s Hotel, Restaurant, And Cafe Industry

Qatar’s remarkable growth path is evident in its hotel, restaurant, and café sectors, as the market readies itself as a tourism hub.  Many suppliers, consultants, and international investors have taken notice and are now capitalizing on the opportunities available in Qatar. The...

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Business & Money | Monday 22 August, 2016 2:11 pm

Nakheel declares itself debt-free with repayment of AED 4.4 billion of trade creditor sukuk

Dubai developer Nakheel will be completely debt-free following full payment of its AED4.4 billion trade creditor sukuk when it matures on Thursday (25 August 2016).       The scheduled payment marks the end of the company’s financial restructuring, which began in August ...

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Healthcare | Monday 22 August, 2016 11:08 am

Sharjah Business Women Council and University Hospital Sharjah launch ‘Health is Key to Success’ programme

The importance for women entrepreneurs to remain in top physical condition if they are to succeed in business is the theme of a new wellness programme launched by Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), an affiliate of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment. Titled ‘Health is Key to...

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Technology & IT | Monday 22 August, 2016 11:03 am

GSMA Announces First Speakers for Mobile 360 Series – Middle East

The GSMA today announced the first speakers for its Mobile 360 Series – Middle East conference taking place in Dubai 17-18 October 2016. The mobile industry-focused event, which is now in its fourth year, brings together representatives from the region’s largest operators and technology ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 22 August, 2016 10:57 am

Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa awarded second Green Globe

Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa, Kuwait’s idyllic resort, has been certified by Green Globe, the global certification for sustainable tourism, for the second consecutive year. Following an inspection process, the luxurious landmark’s sustainability management plan met all...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 22 August, 2016 10:55 am

Ajman launches new classification criteria for desert camps and tourism villages

The Ajman Tourism Development Department (ATDD) announced the launch of two classification programs for desert camps and tourism villages, the first of its kind in the United Arab Emirates.   Desert camps are divided into two types which are day use and overnight but will fall under one...

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Business & Money | Monday 22 August, 2016 10:42 am

Saudi American Glass wins projects worth SR 20 million

Saudi American Glass [SAG], a subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC and a leading processor of architectural high-performance flat glass across the Middle East, has signed new projects valued over SR 20 million in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.   The new projects awarded to SAG include...

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