Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 4 August, 2018 3:11 am

Popularity of last-minute holidays soar amongst Saudi travellers according to Hotels.com

The thirst for wanderlust is pushing holidaymakers to plan later and travel further as they increasingly book vacations closer to the date of travel – research by Hotels.com™that surveyed a total of 600 respondents aged between 18-35 years, has...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 4 August, 2018 1:00 am

Turkish Airlines launches new inflight safety video in partnership with Warner Bros. and The LEGO(R) Movie franchise

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries and international destinations than any other airline, launches a new animated safety video, complete with familiar LEGO® minifigures in surprising new roles.  The custom-animated safety video for Turkish Airlines was created by...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 3 August, 2018 3:34 am

DHL Express strengthens unmatched intercontinental network with order of 14 new Boeing 777 Freighters

At the Farnborough International Airshow, DHL Express announced today that the world’s leading international express service provider has placed an order for 14 Boeing 777 Freighters, which also includes options and purchase rights for 7 additional aircraft. The delivery of the first four...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 2 August, 2018 12:43 pm

10 Factors Weakened the Brand Image and Reputation of the Saudi Hospitality Sector

The Division for Research and Analytical Study at W7Worldwide revealed 10 factors that contributed to the absence of a brand image and reputation of the large and medium-sized hotel sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with focusing on two categories (five and four stars), which weakened...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 2 August, 2018 3:26 am

Reigning champion Justin Rose confirms 2018 Turkish Airlines Open appearance

Justin Rose has announced he will defend his title at the Turkish Airlines Open, the sixth Rolex Series event of the European Tour’s 2018 Race to Dubai, in Antalya in November.   Englishman Rose, currently second in the Official World Golf Rankings, made three birdies in his last...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 1 August, 2018 4:05 pm

Cinnabon introduces all-new Cold Brews in delicious flavours

Cravia, the parent company of Cinnabon, Carvel, Seattle’s Best Coffee, Zaatar w Zeit and Five Guys, is announcing the launch of Cinnabon’s Cold Brew — an on-trend coffee innovation that includes flavours like Classic Cold Brew, Cold Brew with Cream, Vanilla & Cream Cold Brew,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 1 August, 2018 10:10 am

Andreas Senn Appointed as Executive Assistant Manager – Food & Beverage at the Ritz- Carlton, Riyadh

Andreas Senn has been appointed as the new Executive Assistant Manager in charge of food and beverage at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh. In his new assignment, Senn will oversee the entire food and beverage operations and will work closely with Executive Chef Esat Akyildiz to curate deliberate...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 1 August, 2018 7:43 am

Haj security commander reviews force readiness

The chief of Haj security forces, Lt. Gen. Khalid Bin Qarar A-Harbi, held a meeting of the commanders of the Haj security forces at the headquarters of the General Security in Mina to resume responsibilities for the upcoming pilgrimage season. The meeting discussed the preparations by the Haj...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 1 August, 2018 7:24 am

Rediscover your love for Italian Taste with Chef Salvatore Barcellona at Prego’s Media Rotana

Media Rotana greets Chef Salvatore back with regular guests anticipating his classic renowned dishes that left a mark with Media Rotana’s Prego’s.    The Italian Chef Salvatore started his culinary career in 1996 and went on for over 20 years of experience in a number of ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 1 August, 2018 4:10 am

Shaza Al Madina preparing for the high occupancies during Hajj and Eid Al Adha

Shaza Al Madina is preparing to host a record number of guests during Hajj and Eid Adha, following a high occupancy rate during the last ten days of Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr when occupancy peaked at 84.76 percent.   “Shaza Al Madina is just a few footsteps away from Al Masjid...

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