Anticipated projects will add nearly 4,400 rooms in the Holy City of Madinah MADINAH – 20 March 2023– Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with Rua Al Madinah Holding Company to open eight hotels in the Holy City of Madinah in Saudi Arabia. Located in close proximity to the Prophet’s Mosque, Al Masjid An Nabawi, the planned properties will be part of the Rua Al Madinah Project which aims to elevate the service and travel experience for visitors of Madinah. The anticipated openings will feature approximately 4,400 rooms across eight of the company’s brands – The Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott, Marriott Hotels, Westin Hotels & Resorts, Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, Four Points by Sheraton, Aloft Hotels, and Courtyard by Marriott. “There is a strong demand ......read more
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - 19, February 2023 – Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences has announced several unique celebrations in honour of Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day, which recognises the foundation of the First Saudi State in 1727. Conveniently located near the high-end shopping, dining, and entertainment area of Granada Mall – and within driving distance of the Financial Plaza and the National Museum – Hilton Riyadh brings all the comfort associated with the global Hilton brand and blends it with the adventure of one of the region’s most up-and-coming cities. This Founding Day, Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences is showcasing its pride with patriotic decor in the lobby, featuring a tent with a traditional lounging area and live music, staff in traditional attire, and a special Saudi ......read more
An unforgettable food experience comprising unique and innovative delicacies from all over the world Sub-headlines: - Guests at voco Riyadh can savor themed dinner evenings with a variety of mouthwatering dishes at its five restaurants & cafes - Allaf: voco Riyadh restaurants are distinguished by their celebrated chefs - Special arrangements for the holy month of Ramadan, which is fast approaching Riyadh: voco Riyadh, an IHG Hotel, has launched several themed food nights to offer guests a unique but fun-filled dining experience, featuring authentic Saudi, Egyptian, Asian, Mexican, and other global cuisines. This is in addition to unforgettable nights dedicated to mouth-watering barbecue foods as well as fresh seafood. Expert chefs from all over the world have ......read more
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 07 February 2023 – Nestled in the heart of Saudi Arabia, Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences celebrates Valentine’s Day with curated offers on room stays, spa days, and dinner dates. Located only a kilometre from the upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment area of Granada Mall, the hotel promises a unique experience that blends romance with the buzz of one of the region’s most up-and-coming cities. This Valentine’s Day, couples visiting the Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences can take advantage of an exclusive ‘Romantic Package,’ which covers a one-night stay paired with select food and beverage experiences, personalised room furnishings, and the option of a later check-out time. For an extra cost of SAR 1250 (plus 15 per cent VAT) on top of package, depending ......read more
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, February 6, 2022: Meraki, the one and only contemporary Greek concept offering the finest Mediterranean experience in a stylish and authentic setting in Riyadh, is proud to announce a special romantic dinner experience on Tuesday 14th February, in celebration of Valentine's Day. The dinner is inspired by the love story of Penelope and Odysseus from the heart of Santorini. The menu, designed to share and awaken the senses, features a signature welcome drink and a range of tantalizing dishes that celebrate the warm and generous hospitality of Greece, in Riyadh. With a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients, Chef Sanjay Dwivedi has crafted a menu that will impress even the most discerning of diners. The signature welcome drink options include "Penelope is Waiting," a refreshing blend of pineapple ......read more
Sustainability is central to the voco brand, said M. Allaf Highlights - voco has taken several steps to achieve sustainability goals. - It has reduced plastic consumption by using products made with recycled materials. voco Al Khobar, an IHG hotel, celebrated three years of growth and success, coinciding with the celebration of opening 100 other hotels of the voco brand around the world. Several officials, managers and employees of the hotel attended a recent function in Alkhobar to mark the occasion. M. Allaf, regional general manager of IHG and general manager of voco Riyadh, said: "We are celebrating three years of success and achievements at voco Al Khobar and look forward to many more similar achievements in the years to come, as we are committed to serving the community, improving ......read more
From high-end luxury gown shopping to rock climbing in the canyons, night-time chariot rides and blindfold taste testing, there is no better way to usher in the New Year AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, December 30, 2022: With 2023 just around the corner, AlUla’s Winter at Tantora schedule has a wide range of activities that will help any visitor make it a New Year to remember. Here are some of the many offerings that will help you to see out 2022 and celebrate the New Year at AlUla. High-end retail therapy Visitors to AlUla can enjoy a truly unique shopping experience at Ashar Valley Fashion, a series of luxury retail pop-ups set in the stunning landscapes of the Ashar Valley. Shop for cut and handcrafted rare diamonds at Samer Halimeh or choose Azza Fahmy for some lovingly handcrafts intricate ......read more
Saudi Arabia – Stay longer and Save with Rosewood Jeddah Book now at one of the most luxurious hotels in Jeddah and enjoy a 30% discount on the best flexible rate when staying for 5 consecutive nights or more. Whether you are traveling for business or leisure, book a longer stay and discover more in Jeddah. The city of Jeddah receives millions of visitors annually from all over the world and with the touristic development that Saudi Arabia is witnessing now, it is expected to receive more tourists than ever. Therefore, in preparation for the rest of 2022, Rosewood Jeddah has launched the “Stay Longer and Save” offer, giving its guests a unique experience and an opportunity to spend more time in the city, taking advantage of upcoming discounts and amazing offers. Stay Longer and Save Rosewood Jeddah ......read more
A vibrant hub, home to arts, culture, and a dining destination AlUla, Saudi Arabia – 15 December 2022: AlJadidah – AlUla’s new arts, culture and dining precinct has expanded with a new look and introduced a slew of new eating and shopping to visitors. Last year, AlJadidah, meaning new town, was transformed into a pedestrian-only destination, with four main distinct areas all decorated with community driven urban streetscapes and murals. This year, with the addition of the newly invigorated Incense Road section, connecting AlJadidah to Old Town, the offering in this new buzzing thoroughfare will attract locals and visitors alike. Centrally located in the ancient desert city of AlUla, North West Saudi Arabia, AlJadidah offers a wide variety of shops, restaurants, galleries, an arthouse cinema, an ......read more
The Group's latest store opened at a time when the KSA’s retail industry is projected to reach USD 176.5 billion in 2026 December 06, 2022: Brands For Less (BFL) Group, one of the leading off-price and multi-brand retailers of the region, launched its fourth store in Saudi Arabia in keeping with the Group’s continued growth plans for 2022. The new standalone store, located in King Abdullah Street, Riyadh, is part of BFL Group's commitment to establishing a strong presence in the country, thereby advancing its overall growth strategies. Customers' increased awareness of global shopping trends has caused a significant shift in the retail environment in KSA over the past few years. By opening its fourth store in the region, BFL Group takes advantage of the opportunity presented by this rising demand to ......read more
Aligns with Wyndham’s strategy to expand its midscale offering in the Middle East Wyndham expands in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the opening of Ramada by Wyndham Riyadh King Fahd Road, reaching 13 hotels in the country Ramada by Wyndham Riyadh King Fahd Road Riyadh, KSA – 5 December 2022 – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels across more than 95 countries, announces the reintroduction of direct franchising and management rights for its Ramada by Wyndham brand in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, replacing exclusive master licence agreements for the brand in the country. With more than 900 hotels globally, Ramada is Wyndham’s largest brand in Europe, Middle East, Eurasia and Africa (EMEA), with over 200 hotels ......read more
JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh Welcomes Guests for Meaningful Experiences in the Saudi Capital JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced its debut in Saudi Arabia with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh. The highly anticipated luxury hotel welcomes guests for a transformative and elevated stay to nourish the mind, body and spirit. Spanning 349-rooms, the property is the ideal choice for travellers seeking a refreshing stay in the heart of Riyadh’s new commercial and residential district. "We are excited to debut JW Marriott, an iconic legacy brand,in Saudi Arabia with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh,” said Bruce Rohr, Global Brand Leader, JW Marriott Hotels. “JW Marriott combines personalized, luxury service ......read more
The unique and immersive experience at the Aseel Resort featured a dramatic hologram show New York — October 2022 —Tory Burch LLC hosted a unique event at the Aseel Resort in Riyadh on Sunday evening, the culminating moment in a month of activations from New York and Las Vegas to London and Paris as part of the brand’s “All I See is T” campaign created in celebration of the brand’s iconic T Monogram, a classic pattern inspired by traditional quilting. Guests -- including Lama Akeel, Fatema Awadhi, Norah Aleisa, Reem Alswaidi and more -- were treated to an immersive digital experience and, in a first for the brand, a spectacular hologram show. The Aseel Resort was a fitting setting for the occasion; it is designed to reflect the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ......read more
Kingdom’s infrastructural growth prospects and challenges will be explored by key industry leaders during an exclusive one-day summit on September 6 in Riyadh Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – September 5, 2022: $1tnn dollars’ worth of national infrastructure projects central to Saudi Vision 2030 will be closely examined this week at the Saudi Infrastructure Summit in Riyadh. To be held on Tuesday 6th September at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre and running in conjunction with the opening day of the three-day Saudi Infrastructure Expo, the invitation-only summit will explore the innovative infrastructure projects, first-class networks, giga developments, and new cities poised to help deliver the ambitious Saudi Vision 2030 targets. Twenty-five globally recognised experts will address challenges ......read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 5 September 2022 – A brother and sister from Egypt have created the world’s Largest LEGO® brick eyeglasses in The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, to celebrate the brother’s different ability of recognition and passion for LEGO®. According to Guinness World Records™, Zeyad Ibrahim, 19, and his sister Salma, 17, from Mansoura, Egypt attempted this record constructing a LEGO® shaped eyeglasses with dimensions of 6.2m x 2.52m x 0.952m. With only 5% of his eyesight, and help of his sister, Zeyad put together the built over a span of 17 days. It took the sibling a total of 56 hours and 35minutes to assemble the eyeglasses. They used 65,108 LEGO® bricks that weighs 147+ kg, about as heavy as a Panda Bear. In January 2020, Zeyad took part in the ......read more
August 15, 2022 - Riyadh, KSA - Courtyard by Marriott Riyadh Northern Ring Road, part of the brand of hotels owned by Marriott International, was named the ‘Best Business Hotel’ winner by the International Travel Awards 2022. The award, which honors hotels that offer key business solutions to travelers, was presented to hotels on 25th July 2022. Participated by thousands of businesses from around the globe every year, the prestigious International Travel Awards selected few are able to walk away holding the title of the best travel establishments in the world. The World Travel Awards strives to recognize excellence and is the most reputable award, rewarding businesses in travel, tourism, and hospitality niches for their diligent efforts. The internationally accredited and prestigious award ensures that travel ......read more
• SHARE offers members the ability to earn and redeem points across Majid Al Futtaim’s Leisure, Entertainment & Cinemas (LEC) portfolio throughout the Kingdom • Customers can also enjoy a variety of member-exclusive benefits Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, August 2, 2022: Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, has expanded the reach of its rewards programme with the launch of SHARE in Saudi Arabia. Following the successful introduction of SHARE in the UAE in 2019, guests across the Kingdom can now earn and redeem points across Majid Al Futtaim’s Leisure, Entertainment & Cinemas. The multi-country rewards programme features interoperability of points, enabling members to earn and redeem points ......read more
The true experience of Saudi culinary and culture is set to become the top choice for tourists and residents Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, August 2, 2022: MAIZ, a dream that is about to be accomplished soon at Matal Al Bujairi, a new fine-dining destination being developed as part of the US$20 billion Diriyah Gate Development. The concept has been created by Al Khozama – one of the most prominent player in the Gulf region’s hospitality sector, along with the Saudi Ministry of Culture, Saudi Heritage Commission, Saudi Culinary Commission, and Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) to ensure complete authenticity of Saudi cuisine, culture and heritage. The menu itself is a standalone artistic project displaying distinctive Saudi dishes prepared with a contemporary flair that is a feast to all ......read more
Riyadh, 20 June 2022 – Al Faisaliah Hotel, Riyadh introduces Joud Lounge, a new stylish venue in the heart of the iconic hotel, perfect for meeting, socialising and connecting with friends and colleagues. Offering the ultimate lounge experience in one of the most sought-after addresses in Saudi Arabia, Joud Lounge presents an outstanding menu of delectable delights as well as a fine Afternoon Tea experience, creative mocktails, exquisite desserts and artisanal chocolates. Designed to deliver Al Faisaliah Hotel’s signature hospitality, the new lounge boasts an elegant and comfortable setting with lush interiors and natural daylight. In addition, Joud Lounge features a cake shop with a splendid offering of handcrafted French pastry and chocolate pralines that will tantalise the tastebuds of all lovers of sweet ......read more
June 08, 2022: Brands for Less (BFL) Group, one of the leading off-price and multi-brand retailers, has debuted its first store in Saudi Arabia, officially marking its entry into one of the MENA region’s biggest markets with a fast-growing retail industry. Located near Exit 6 Road, the new Saudi Arabia store is BFL’s first step towards building a strong presence in the Kingdom. It will also sustain the momentum of BFL’s rapid expansion in the region. This latest development comes amid immense developments in the Saudi Arabian retail market. The sector’s continuous growth is attributed to the country’s young population and increasing broadband and smartphone penetration rate. Euromonitor forecasts that Saudi Arabia’s retail industry will expand by about 20 per cent this ......read more
Riyadh: For the second year in a row, voco Riyadh, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, won the "Best Business Hotel in Riyadh" award at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2022. The awards, organized by the popular Business Traveller magazine, were presented in a grand ceremony on May 9 in Dubai, UAE. The prestigious award is a testament to voco Riyadh’s dedication to providing outstanding services that meet the needs of global business travellers. The hotel’s exceptional design that ensures the comfort and well-being of guests, making it the ultimate destination for all visitors. Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2022, in their 21st edition this year, saw the best hotels, as well as tourism and travel pioneers in the Middle East, compete with one another to win the coveted ......read more
InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG) voco Riyadh and voco Al Khobar hotels are offering a distinct “Ramadan nights” experience to guests throughout the holy month. The hotels have launched elaborate iftar and suhoor buffets, serving delicious eastern and western cuisines in a luxurious and serene ambience. voco Riyadh and Al Khobar aim to offer a phenomenal experience for both its residents and guests, reflecting voco’s high-end luxurious standards, which the brand is known for the world over. Guests of voco Riyadh can enjoy Ramadan nights at three different venues within the hotels. The main space is the Ramadan tent called “Bait al-Qamar,” offering a grand buffet with live cooking stations and a variety of authentic Saudi dishes such as gursan, jeraish, bukhari rice, kabsa, harees, margoog, ......read more
Riyadh, 13 April 2022 - With a longstanding legacy of hosting the city’s finest Iftar and Suhoor gatherings in Ramadan, Al Faisaliah Hotel, Riyadh sets a new benchmark this year by rolling out an array of exquisite dining experiences during the Holy Month. Fawanees Experience The Fawanees Experience at Al Faisaliah Hotel has long established itself as the byword for Ramadan gatherings in Riyadh, and this year is no exception: guests can enjoy a lavish Iftar with their loved ones in the most exquisite environment with an array of speciality dishes, a variety of desserts and a wide assortment of traditional Ramadan beverages. The signature grand Iftar tent and the lavish buffet at the Fawanees Experience return, with the Prince Sultan Grand Hall once again transformed into a massive, soul-stirring gourmet theatre, ......read more
REDTAG, the Middle East’s leading value fashion and homeware brand, has launched a new outlet in Granada Mall, located at the heart of Riyadh. The launch is followed by an opening offer of SAR-50 gift vouchers. March 16, Riyadh, KSA: REDTAG, the region’s favourite value fashion and homeware brand, has launched a new retail store in Granada Mall on Sunday, 27th February. The store launch is part of the brand’s continued expansion spree, which also saw the inauguration of another outlet in Muzahimiyah Mall recently. Located on the eastern ring road highway, Granada Mall stretches over 1,600,000 sq. ft., with over 200 shops that offer an array of shopping, restaurant, and entertainment options for the whole family to enjoy. Built by Saudi Constructioneers (SAUDICO), Granada Mall ......read more
The new signing aligns with Saudi government’s tourism development plan across secondary cities, and strengthens IHG’s expansion strategy in the Kingdom 10 March 2022: IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a Management Agreement with Al Rabea Hotels and Trading Co. for Holiday Inn Najran – a conversion property in Najran city in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The hotel is returning to the IHG family having operated as a Holiday Inn hotel from 1995 to 2015. With this signing, IHG is continues to diversify its portfolio in the country to cater to a new segment of travellers, while aligning with the government's growth plan for secondary cities across the Kingdom. The new hotel is expected to be fully rebranded by end of 2023, with ......read more
REDTAG, the Middle East’s leading value fashion and homeware brand, has launched a new outlet in the Muzahimiyah Mall, located in the Riyadh province. The launch is followed by an opening offer of SAR-30 gift vouchers. February 28th, Riyadh, KSA: REDTAG, the region’s favourite value fashion and homeware brand, has launched a new retail store in Muzahimiyah Mall on Wednesday, 23rd February. The store launch is part of the brand’s customer-centric approach to increase access for its loyal customer base in one of the fastest-growing towns in Riyadh Province. Located in the King Abdulaziz Road, Muzahimiyah Mall represents the growth of Al-Muzahmiyya as an activity hub in the Riyadh Province, known for tourist attractions, especially in the winter, and natural abundance. Muzahimiyah Mall also ......read more
24 February, 2022, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Fawaz Abdulaziz Alhokair Co. (“Alhokair”), the leading franchise retailer in Saudi Arabia, announced the opening of the first Flying Tiger Copenhagen store in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The launch is a key milestone in Alhokair’s strategy to enhance customer experience by introducing unique concepts to the ever-growing Saudi market. The addition of Flying Tiger Copenhagen is in line with Alhokair’s mission to leverage unique partnerships with international brands to deliver a diversified brand offering to its customers. Speaking on the store opening, Marwan Moukarzel, Chief Executive Officer at Alhokair said: “We are committed to partnering with brands that share our vision and ambition to introduce personalised customer ......read more
The 22nd February opening honours Saudi Arabia’s first ever Founding Day celebrations, alongside the highly anticipated Shangri-La brand debut 17th February 2022 – Jeddah, KSA: Shangri-La is making its brand debut in Saudi Arabia on 22nd February – the Kingdom’s inaugural Founding Day – with 220 new light-filled accommodations, three exceptional restaurants, extensive wellness facilities, and a dedicated kids’ club. The opening of Shangri-La Jeddah marks the dawn of a new era for Saudi Arabia as a leisure destination, welcoming discerning travellers in a location blessed by endless views of the Red Sea and set to become one of the city’s most vibrant lifestyle and dining destinations. The hotel is perfectly positioned within proximity of the city’s premier ......read more
Located on South Obhur in the new Jeddah Corniche, Four Points by Sheraton Jeddah Corniche is ideal for business and leisure travellers Jeddah, KSA, February 16th, 2022: Four Points by Sheraton, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, has yesterday announced the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Jeddah Corniche owned by Al Murjan Group Holding. The hotel caters to the needs of everyday business and leisure travellers with its approachable, relaxed design and stylish comfort. Just 12 minutes away from King Abdulaziz International Airport and close to King Abdullah Sport City Stadium, the hotel is designed with the global traveller in mind. Featuring a classic and timeless aesthetic, the light and neutral colors throughout the hotel evoke a feeling of relaxation and ......read more
Unforgettable luxury destination at the heart of the capital Shaza Riyadh Hotel Residences, the contemporary luxury hotel residence at the heart of the Saudi capital, continues to enhance the guests’ experience with newly added features and facilities. Representing exceptional Andalusian charm that combines tradition, culture and modernity, Shaza Riyadh has recently introduced new concepts, services and major upgrades to the existing facilities to support its position as a unique luxury destination at the heart of the capital. Haythem Al Ayoobi, General Manager of Shaza Riyadh Hotel Residences commented, "The recent upgrades come in line with our efforts to provide an unforgettable stay for the visitors of Riyadh. Shaza Riyadh represents the ideal destination for both business and leisure travellers ......read more
03, February, Riyadh, Saudi: Celebrate Valentine’s day at the award winning Japanese robatayaki restaurant, ROKA Riyadh. The contemporary and stunning venue will set the scene for an intimate and memorable Valentine's dinner experience with a carefully curated tasting menu to share with your loved one. Guests can start the celebration with a glass of sparkling rosé grape then indulge in Rainer Becker’s award-winning menu. The Valentine’s Tasting Menu (SAR 380) features nine dishes including signature appetizers such us the Yellowtail sashimi with yuzu-truffle dressing, a dish made famous in London, the iceberg lettuce with caramelised onion dressing, the wagyu tartare maki, the shrimp tempura with chili mayonnaise and the beef, ginger and sesame dumplings. Alongside the appetizers, guests will enjoy a ......read more
JLL releases its KSA 2021 Year in Review Report Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 31 January 2022: The hospitality sector in Saudi Arabia saw an uplift in performance on the back of entertainment events hosted in Q4 2021, according JLL’s year-end report. In the fourth quarter, Riyadh Season – an entertainment festival – kicked-off in the capital which stimulated greater tourism activity. This was reflected in the city’s hotel occupancy rate, which reached 56% in the YT November 2021 (compared to 48% in the same period of last year). Similarly in Jeddah, a key event of the year was the Formula 1 race, which took place in December 2021 and attracted domestic and international visitors. In the YT November 2021, Jeddah’s occupancy rate reached 46% – up from 32% in the corresponding period ......read more
8th December, Dubai, UAE: Usher in the New Year at the award winning Japanese robatayaki restaurant, ROKA Riyadh. Welcoming residents and visitors of the kingdom, the contemporary stunning venue will set the background to a memorable and intimate dining experience with two carefully curated tasting menus designed to be enjoyed by the whole table. The residential DJ playing on the terrace from 6pm onwards to closing will ensure diners have a perfect last night for 2021. The Seasonal Tasting Menu (SAR 400) includes nine dishes, such as the Tuna Tartare, Oscietra Caviar with Wasabi Ponzu Dressing; Shrimp Tempura with Chili Mayonnaise and Salmon Fillet Teriyaki with Sancho Salt. The Premium Tasting Menu (SAR 550) features 10 dishes such as the Yellowtail sashimi with yuzu-truffle dressing, a dish made famous in ......read more
Guests can enjoy an indulgent breakfast and relaxing massage service during their decadent stay November 28, 2021: To ensure guests make the most of their stay in Saudi Arabia, Rosewood Jeddah presents an array of exclusive offerings with the latest being the Retreat at Rosewood package. Through this lucrative deal one can enjoy a complimentary breakfast, a relaxing massage and Rosewood’s signature attentive butler service ensuring every guest feels like a VIP through the entirety of their stay. With several types of massage to choose from, guests are promised indulgent pampering by one of the Rosewood spa’s expert therapists at the hotel that overlooks the spectacular Red Sea. Pain relieving reflexology, aromatherapy using essential oils, Swedish massage to encourage blood ......read more
FUNtastic Afternoon Brunch with Andalusian charm far away from the city hustles November 24, 2021: Shaza Riyadh Hotel Residences, the contemporary luxury hotel residence in the heart of the Saudi capital is welcoming families with exciting staycation and vacation offers. Designed for families who want to celebrate the holidays in style, Shaza Riyadh aims to reward guests with well-deserved luxury and quality time with their families. The offers come as part of Shaza Hotels “Festive Forever” campaign and offers a wide range of deals including 40% off on suites when booked directly from the website, and 20 % of room rates. It also includes a further 20% off on all food and beverage options and spa appointments, while children below 12 will get to dine for free and Shaza DISCOVERY members get an ......read more
Accolades include Makkah’s Leading Hotel in Service Excellence and Luxury Cultural Retreat and Luxury Destination Spa Saudi - November 11, 2021: Raffles Makkah Palace, an exclusive all-suite hotel, known for its unmatched views of the Holy Ka'aba, the Grand Mosque, and the Holy City, has maintained its leading position in the Saudi luxury hospitality market while collecting a string of international hospitality and tourism awards. Foremost among these coveted international accolades are: • World Luxury Awards 2021 in the categories - Luxury Cultural Retreat and Luxury Destination Spa • World Travel Awards Middle East 2021 in the category - Makkah's Leading Hotel in Service Excellence. Moreover, Raffles Makkah Palace has ranked first on ......read more
22, September 2021: This year’s KSA National Day celebrations in Dubai will once again welcome UAE residents, visitors and Saudi citizens to enjoy a packed line-up of family-friendly festivities, super sales and great promotions. The 91st KSA National Day, held on 23 September, will take on even greater significance this year following the official reopening of land and air borders between Saudi Arabia and the UAE. A hugely popular and much-loved destination for tourists travelling from the Kingdom, Dubai will warmly welcome families and visitors arriving by car or plane. With so many Saudi nationals calling the UAE home, the close brotherly ties that exist between the two nations will help to create a wonderful festival of fun to mark this important day. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail ......read more
September 20, 2021: What are your plans this Saudi National Day? Have you been craving for a well-deserved break? Then here’s your chance to indulge and pamper yourself with a special staycation at Riyadh’s award-wining property. Part of the prestigious portfolio by leading international lodger owner-operators, The Ascott limited, Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh welcomes guests with a special 15% off on a minimum of 2-night’s booking. The property features an array of leisure and business amenities which include separate swimming pools for men and women, gymnasium, steam & sauna, children’s playroom, business amenities and more. Guests are also welcomed to enjoy delicious treats and unwind with family and friends with up to 10% off at Opaline and Don Puro, two of the city’s most renowned eateries that ......read more
Rosewood Jeddah introduces exciting offers on accommodation, dining and health memberships bringing the spirit of ‘Heya lna dar’ to the hotel September 16, 2021: In celebration of the 91st National Day in Saudi Arabia, Rosewood Jeddah is offering up to 30% off on rooms during the long weekend i.e 23 September to 25th September 2021. The package will include a celebratory set up entailing Sparkling Juice, Cake, decoration in the room and complimentary buffet breakfast at the hotel’s daily dining restaurant, Habsburg. Visitors can also indulge in an exclusive Saudi themed buffet breakfast for SR 91 including VAT that will be available from Thursday, 23 September to Saturday, 25 September 2021 at the all-day dining restaurant, Habsburg from 6 am to 11 am. To mark this auspicious occasion on 23rd ......read more
The brand’s new initiative reflects its commitment to empower women workforce in the organization Region’s largest value furniture and homeware Home Box has opened its first-of-a-kind retail outlet in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) that will be exclusively managed by an all-female crew. This will also be the brand’s 21st retail outlet in KSA and its 33rd in the GCC region, as part of its regional expansion drive that is geared towards widening its value furniture and home furnishings offering in the greater GCC market. Located at Jeddah Park Mall, in Al Aziziyah, Jeddah, the new Home Box store will feature over 6,000 products in its catering, home furniture and accessories categories covering an expansive 30,000 sq.ft of premium space. According to Ajay Antal, Chief Executive Officer, Home Box, ......read more
Hotel launches “It’s time to travel” campaign February 04, 2021: Shaza Makkah, the 5-Star hotel among the first in line hotels in Jabal AlKa’bah to Al Masjid Al Haram, is gearing up to receive the Umra pilgrims as the Kingdom eases travel restrictions. The lovely winter weather is also attracting local travellers within the Kingdom, seeking to ......read more
Discounted rates and unique guests’ experience Saudi – January 6th, 2021: Shaza Riyadh, the contemporary luxury 5-star hotel residence situated next to the iconic Al Rajhi Grand Mosque at the heart of Riyadh city, has unveiled its exclusive staycation offer. Aiming to create mesmerising memories and bringing joy to families, the new package marks the ......read more
January 04, 2021: Offering the residents of KSA the perfect New Year’s escape, The Ascott Limited welcomes family and friends to a luxurious retreat at Ascott Corniche Al Khobar. Part of the brand’s prestigious portfolio, the property is locally popular for its exclusive serviced apartments and recreational facilities that include a swimming pool, gymnasium, restaurant, ......read more
- Danube store opened at Fayfa Avenue in Jeddah; BinDawood Holding’s portfolio grows to 74 stores - State-of-the-art supermarket comprising Danube Star Bakery, Meat, Fresh Fruit sections and non-food items Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - 30 December 2020: BinDawood Holding Co. (Tadawul: 4161 and the “Company”), one of the leading grocery retail operators ......read more
United Arab Emirates - November 21, 2020: Tory Burch announces the opening of a new boutique at Mode Al Faisaliah Mall, a luxury shopping center in Riyadh, on November 15. The new store further extends the brand’s footprint in Saudi Arabia, complementing its boutiques in Jeddah, Al Khobar and Riyadh. It will be the 24th Tory Burch location in the Middle East since ......read more
Cristal Amaken Riyadh has been declared winner of the coveted ‘Saudi Arabia’s Leading New Hotel 2020’ trophy at the 27th Annual World Travel Awards. Saudi - November 11, 2020: Commenting on the achievement, Menno De Boer, Chief Operating Officer – Consulting General Manager, Cristal Amaken Hotel, stated, “The World Travel Awards is the most ......read more
Saudi - November 08, 2020: Offering the residents of Saudi Arabia an escape in the pleasant winters, The Ascott Limited has recently introduced the Residents Special Promotion across its properties in the country. Part of its participating portfolio is Citadines Al Salamah Jeddah, Ascott’s stylish and comfortable serviced apartments in the popular Salamah ......read more
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 5th November 2020: Arabian Centres Company, the largest owner, developer and operator of contemporary lifestyle malls in Saudi Arabia will implement Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications, as part of a major core business process transformation. The initiative will help Arabian Centres Company enhance business efficiency, deliver unique omni channel customer experience, ......read more
International hospitality standards with high preventive measures September 27, 2020: With the gradual return of many commercial activities in Makkah Al Mukarramah, Millennium and Copthorne Makkah Al Naseem hotels have completed all reopening preparations and will start receiving Makkah visitors on 1st October. The two hotels provide quality services with international ......read more
• New Abercrombie & Fitch and Hollister stores open in Saudi Arabia • Store openings include the first Abercrombie & Fitch location in Riyadh • Each store launched with an online catalogue for shoppers to purchase from while social distancing Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 20 June 2020: Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, ......read more
Saudi, August 06, 2020: Being the first of its kinds in the city, Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh continues to create a benchmark for the serviced residence industry with its niche offerings. Part of the portfolio of the leading international lodging owner-operators ‘The Ascott Limited’, the property features the most exclusive amenities. Offering luxuriously adorned and ......read more
“Saudi’s construction sector to see faster recovery with the utilisation of drones in the ‘new normal’ - FEDS CEO”, for immediate publication. ......read more
Binyah carrying out the excavation, backfilling, and earthworks for Phase I of Triple Bay masterplan Saudi Arabian Parsons providing construction supervision services Chief Executive Officer of AMAALA, Nicholas Naples, with Chief Executive Officer of Binyah, Fahad Almesfir Managing Director of Saudi Arabian Parsons Ltd, Ken Murray with Chief Executive Officer of ......read more
Guardian Glass demonstrates commitment to innovation and excellence to meet world-class structural design Challenging glass work supports Royal Commission for Al Ula’s leading efforts to promote UNESCO Heritage site’s archeological and cultural significance March 14, 2020 – Saudi Arabia’s latest architectural wonder, the Maraya Concert Hall, has been declared as ......read more
Benefits include government revenue worth SAR 5 billion and 125 thousand jobs 27 February 2020 - Diverse municipal investments can give rise to more internationally competitive cities in Saudi Arabia and accelerate the Kingdom’s development in line with Vision 2030 by contributing SAR 20 billion annually to gross domestic product (GDP). Global management consulting firm Bain & ......read more
With a total of 140 cinema in 30 malls across the Kingdom and more than 5,314 job opportunity to be created Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 28 January 2020: Cinema investment in Saudi Arabia is expected to generate an estimated SAR 5 billion in construction during 2020, according to data published ahead of Cinema Build KSA 2020, which takes place at Fairmont, Riyadh ......read more
Riyadh: Mysk by Shaza took part in the ‘Three Minute Pitch’ at the Saudi Arabia Hospitality Investment Conference (SHIC) in Riyadh on 21 January. Noelle Homsy, Development Manager of Shaza Hotels, delivered a highly-acclaimed presentation, showcasing Mysk’s enriching transformational experiences infused with cultural connections. Elaborating on the concept, she stressed, ......read more
The deal was signed at the Saudi Arabia Hospitality Investment Conference (SHIC) in Riyadh and marks the debut of the Millennium Central brand in KSA Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (23 January 2020) – Millennium Hotels & Resorts Middle East, the region’s fastest-growing hotel management company, announced the signing of its first Millennium Central property in the ......read more
Expands footprint across luxury and midscale categories Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, January 23, 2020: IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced two new properties in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Further strengthening its foothold in the luxury segment in KSA, IHG has signed a management agreement for ......read more
The largest cluster property of Millennium hotels and resorts MEA welcomes a widely recognized new cluster general manager Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - January 05, 2020: Millennium and Copthorne Makkah Al Naseem, the largest cluster property of Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA, is proudly announcing the appointment of a new cluster general manager, who is an award-winning ......read more
IHG increases its portfolio bringing the modern and stylish lifestyle brand to the waterfront of the Arabian Gulf Al Khobar, KSA, 24 December 2019: Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) has launched its second voco™ hotel: voco® Al Khobar in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) in partnership with KSA-based developer Wasata Al Wosta Real Estate ......read more
Sheikh Duaij Al-Khalifa and Ahmed Al Nabhan were among the honourees Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - 22 December, 2019: In the presence of senior sales managers of 47 hotels of Millennium hotels and resorts MEA, Khaled Al Shareef of Millennium and Copthorne Makkah Al Naseem honours media and public figures in Kuwait at the Gala event of the second Millennium roadshow ......read more
The Middle East’s fastest-growing hotel management company sets out ambitious strategy to establish a presence in every region kingdom-wide Dubai, UAE - 22 December, 2019: Millennium Hotels & Resorts MEA, the region’s fastest-growing hotel management company, has revealed ambitious development plans for Saudi Arabia with a goal of operating 25 hotels ......read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 15, 2019: December is a very special month for Shaza Al Madina as it celebrates its 9th anniversary. On the occasion, the hotel has unveiled an exceptional promotion for its guests whereby they can book a Junior Suite directly for SAR 999 only including breakfast buffet and dinner to stay between 1st to 19th December 2019. Discovery members can ......read more
Valuable wedding package with 30% discount on banquet services Makkah, KSA - December 12, 2019: Planning a wedding can be intimidating sometimes especially when people expect a grand ballroom wedding and can’t find the right place to celebrate, but a wedding at M Hotel Makkah by Millennium can be only exciting and joyful. Located at the heart of the ......read more
November 27, 2019 - Dar Al Arkan Real Estate Development Company recently celebrated its 25th anniversary with a ceremony held at Nayyara Banqueting and Conferences Centre in Riyadh in the presence of officials, businessmen, shareholders, and customers. Yousef Bin Abdullah Al Shelash, Chairman of Dar Al Arkan Real Estate Development Company of Saudi Arabia, said in his speech: “Dar Al ......read more
SDRPY and SU from UK Government train more than 80 professionals from across 14 Saudi government entities RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 13, 2019: Officials of the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) have jointly organized the 1st Saudi-UK Stabilization Workshop with counterparts from the Stabilisation Unit (SU) of the Department for ......read more
Effort Paves Way for More Development and Reconstruction in Yemen Following Riyadh Agreement RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 11, 2019: A joint workshop of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Government of Yemen, entitled "The Future of Development and Reconstruction in Yemen," kicked off Sunday morning at the headquarters of the Saudi Development and ......read more
KENZO is pleased to announce the store opening of a new store located at Mall of Arabia in Jeddah. November 10, 2019: The store features KENZO’s identity within the space, from interior design to the versatile collections. The new KENZO store connects with the local ambiance while engaging with the worlds of creativity and modernity. The 111-square-meter space displays ......read more
Hosted by Emirati photographer Obaid Al Budoor who shares with us his personal hospitality journey in the Holy City The 4-part series is airing now on National Geographic Abu Dhabi’s YouTube Channel November 10 2019: National Geographic Abu Dhabi announced today the release of a new short format series in partnership with Accor, providing viewers a ......read more
Four-part ‘a Look Into Accor’ Programme, Hosted by Emirati Photographer Obaid Al Budoor, Goes Behind the Scenes at Raffles, Fairmont and Swissôtel Properties in the Holy City November 10, 2019: Accor, a world-leading augmented hospitality group, has partnered with free-to-air Arabic documentary channel, National Geographic Abu Dhabi, to produce a four-part ......read more
The hotel is being crowned at the Arabian Travel Awards over the 1,896 hotels operate in Makkah Makkah, KSA (30 October 2019): M Hotel Makkah by Millennium, the 5-star hotel located at the heart of the holy city of Makkah, wins the “Best 5 Star Hotel in Makkah” at the Gala ceremony of the Arabian Travel Awards 2019. After recently being crowned as “Best Value ......read more
Millennium Taiba and Al Aqeeq are positive about the strong and sustained impact of the new program Al Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (October 27, 2019) – Millennium Taiba and Al Aqeeq, 5-star hotels at the heart of Madinah, are strongly optimistic about the demand to be created post the launch of the new tourist visa program in the kingdom Saudi Arabia. Initially available to the ......read more
October 27, 2019: With the weather cooling down, it is the perfect time to visit Saudi Arabia. Shaza Hotels has announced superb promotions across its hotels in the Kingdom that will allow travellers to make some great savings while enjoying some amazing benefits. Shaji Abu Salih, Corporate Director – Business Development, Shaza Hotels, said, “The tourism ......read more
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 21, 2019: /PRNewswire/Knowledge Bylanes -- Saudi Ambassador to Yemen and Supervisor-General of the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) Mohammed bin Saeed Al Jabir said today that Saudi-American cooperation has developed the capabilities of more than 60 young professionals from various ministries in the Kingdom in the field of ......read more
The hotel will cater to the increasing number of religious tourists visiting the country 20 October 2019: IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a Management Agreement with leading hospitality supplier, The Arabian Hospitality Company, to open Holiday Inn Madinah West in 2022. The new property will cater to the ......read more
Out of 2.5 million pilgrims, 24,481 stayed in the hotels Al Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (October 1, 2019) – Millennium Taiba and Al Aqeeq, 5-star hotels at the heart of Madinah, reveal exciting statistics about their performance during the last season of Hajj. Total of 24,481 pilgrims put their trust in the hotels to provide them with comfort while performing Hajj ......read more
Modon Properties awards project to three contractors with work expected to start in October Al Mehairbi: The project is aligned with the future vision of Abu Dhabi to meet citizen’s housing requirements Al Sahi: Riyadh City project is progressing according to construction schedule The current project covers 8.4 million square meters Abu Dhabi, UAE, 22 September 2019: ......read more
LuLu Hypermarkets awarded supermarket operating contract Al Hosani: These milestones highlight the steady, on-schedule progress being made at Riyadh City and our commitment to implementing the highest standards. 18 September 2019: Modon Properties (Modon), a development company mandated by the Abu Dhabi government to build vibrant and sustainable communities and develop ......read more
Concluding a successful Hijri year, the hotel offers 50% discount on suites during the Saudi National Day Makkah, KSA (15 September 2019): M Hotel Makkah by Millennium, a 5-star hotel located at the heart of the holy city of Makkah, offers its guests a generous discount of 50% on suites during the Saudi National Day. This offer comes to conclude a successful Hajj and Umrah season and starts ......read more
The hotels showed great occupancy last year and prepare for this year’s Hajj and Umrah season Al Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (September 08, 2019) – Muslims across the world have just embraced the new Hijri year and prepare themselves for the Umrah season; similarly, Millennium Taiba and Al Aqeeq are gearing up in full force to welcome pilgrims for this Hijri year. Both ......read more
SAPTCO’s shuttle bus will drop off guests from the doorsteps of the hotel directly under Al Haram using Kuday Tunnel Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (27 August, 2019) – Millennium & Copthorne Makkah Al Naseem, the newly opened properties of Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA, situated in Al Naseem district within the holy city of Makkah, reveals a new partnership with ......read more
Effat will oversee all sales and marketing operations and develop new strategies to elevate customer experience and hotel's revenue Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - 18 August, 2019: Millennium & Copthorne Makkah Al Naseem, the newly opened properties that situated in Al Naseem district within the holy city of Makkah, are pleased to officially announce the appointment of ......read more
“Hotel of The Year Awards” recognizes M Hotel Makkah for its luxurious services and facilities Makkah, KSA - 15 August 2019: 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 ......read more
In cooperation with the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, Millennium & Copthorne Makkah Al Naseem mark the first Hajj season with 5,000 guests Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - August 05, 2019: Millennium and Copthorne Makkah Al Naseem hotels, situated in Al Naseem district within the holy city of Makkah, host 5,000 pilgrims sponsored by the Custodian of the ......read more
Millennium Taiba and Al Aqeeq Hotels are splendidly set to welcome pilgrims Al Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - August 1, 2019: Muslims from around the world are now preparing to travel to Makkah to perform one of the Islam pillars “Hajj”. Hotels and other hospitality providers are no different in terms of competing to entice guests by offering a premium ......read more
KSA, 24 July 2019: Continued government spending on giga-projects, coupled with growing developments in the entertainment sector, is likely to stimulate demand in the real estate market in Saudi Arabia, as it looks to reduce its reliance on oil, according to JLL’s 2019 mid-year review report. The kingdom's economy accelerated by 1.6 per cent in the first three months of 2019 compared ......read more
Millennium Taiba Hotel Madinah bags ISO 22000:2018 Al Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - July 24, 2019: Millennium Taiba Hotel Madinah, a five-star hotel located at the heart of Madinah next to Al Masjed Al Nabawi, celebrates a new level of excellence by receiving an ISO certificate in food safety management system. The hotel is being awarded those certificates as an acknowledgement for ......read more
4,200-room property marks major milestone in IHG’s ongoing legacy in the Kingdom 11 July 2019: IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is continuing to expand its footprint across Saudi Arabia with the signing of voco Makkah in partnership with Maad International, among the Kingdom’s largest hospitality real estate ......read more
• Combined-cycle power plant in Maisan will deliver electricity supply to more than three million Iraqis • Siemens equipment includes F-class gas turbines, steam turbine, generators, main transformers and project supervision • Power Diagnostics Services to optimize performance, including employee training and know-how transfer 09 July 2019: ......read more