Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 17 August, 2019 2:36 am

Pakistan and India Independence Days celebrated at Abu Dhabi International Airport

 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...

More Details

Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 17 August, 2019 1:28 am

“Marathon of Colors” Begins with Event for all Family Members

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...

More Details

Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 17 August, 2019 1:06 am

Lebanese Pavilion in Souk Okaz Hosts Famous Attractions and Delicious Cuisine During Taif Season

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 ...

More Details

Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 16 August, 2019 4:24 am

King Salman’s guests visit historical sites in Madinah

Thousands of pilgrims have visited King Fahd Complex for the Printing of the Holy Qur’an, Quba Mosque, Martyrs of Uhud and a number of historical sites in Madinah. The guests, who came as part of the Custodian of the Two Holy...

More Details

Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 16 August, 2019 3:21 am

Rose Parade, Orchestra and Circus Blend Nature with Art in Taif Season

The Village of Roses at Taif Season blends nature with art creatively, with beautiful dance performances, music, and the fragrant roses of Taif, the Arab summer resort. Visitors have been entertained throughout August, with regular performances of the Rose Parada, Rose Orchestra, and Rose...

More Details

Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 16 August, 2019 3:00 am

Okaz Knights at Taif Season Bring History to Life

The 13th edition of Souk Okaz, being held as part of Taif Season, features theatrical performances depicting Arab life in previous eras, including knights from antiquity and historic camel caravans.  The supervisor of the Knights Club in Souk Okaz, Daifallah Al-Jaid, said that the scenes...

More Details

Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 16 August, 2019 2:00 am

Saudi Engineers Contribute to Presentation of Revived Souk Okaz

Souk Okaz was featured in Taif Season in a new format, including the introduction of the Arab Neighborhood, which featured pavilions showcasing 11 Arab countries, and a number of historically-themed areas, such as markets, Okaz knights and a language and culture square. Visitors have been impressed ...

More Details

Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 15 August, 2019 5:00 am

Abu Dhabi Airports completes preparations for the return of Hajj pilgrims

Abu Dhabi International Airport has completed preparations for the return of the Hajj pilgrims from Mecca and Medina over the upcoming weekend.   Pilgrims returning to Abu Dhabi will be welcomed with dates, Arabic coffee and chocolates distributed by Abu Dhabi Airports’...

More Details

Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 15 August, 2019 4:48 am

Egyptian Pavilion at Souk Okaz Enthralls Visitors with Cairo’s Unique Atmosphere

Taif Season is bringing cinema back to the region, with a selection of the latest and most famous Arab and international films being shown in an innovative, open-air format, allowing viewers to benefit from the moderate weather in the “Arab Summer Resort.”  The Egyptian...

More Details

Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 15 August, 2019 2:10 am

Madinah gears up to receive more than 800,000 pilgrims

Pilgrims began arriving in Madinah early Wednesday to pay homage to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and pray in his mosque after completing their Haj rites in Makkah and the holy sites. Jordanians were the first of the 800,000 pilgrims to arrive in the Prophet's city and will be the...

More Details