Hilton Maintains Position as Saudi Arabia’s Best Place to Work for the third year running

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has maintained its position as the number one Great Place to Work in Saudi Arabia for the third year in a row. The news follows the announcement earlier this month that Hilton was recognised as the #3 best workplace in the UAE, as well recognised as the #1 Great Place to Work in Turkey yesterday.

Kamel Ajami, vice president operations, Saudi Arabia & Levant, Hilton said: “As we enter our centenary year, we’re proud of the culture we have created and are delighted to have been recognised as the number one Great Place to Work in KSA. Our Team Members are our greatest asset, and our ambition to be the most hospitable company in the world starts with them. We are committed to providing all Team Members with the support they need to achieve their career ambitions, and continue to innovate our working culture in order to create an environment in which they can thrive and progress.”

Hilton currently has 12 open hotels across Saudi Arabia and expects to more than quadruple that number to some 50 hotels in the next five years. This will create thousands of career opportunities for those living and working in the country, including for Saudi Arabian Team Members who make up a significant part of our total workforce.

Hospitality will continue to create great career opportunities and exciting roles for both men and women in the country asHilton provides a range of career opportunities to suit all ambitions, from front of house, kitchen and F&B, to housekeeping, management, finance and sales, and even engineering and interior design.

In its first century, Hilton served a remarkable 3 billion guests, employed 10 million people, and had an estimated $1 trillion economic impact globally. As part of its long-standing commitment to supporting Team Members, Hilton launched Thrive@Hilton in 2017. A flexible and adaptable approach to workplace wellness, the initiative seeks to help Team Members feel more resilient, focused and optimistic about their work, putting the approach firmly into their hands.

To help its Team Members achieve their ambitions, Hilton provides industry-leading learning and development opportunities including access to Hilton University, an online platform offering more than five million hours of training through 2,500 courses. In addition, it offers world-class rewards and benefits such as Go Hilton, its Team Member Travel Programme.

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‘Streetery’ Delights Diners with New Healthy Dishes

Diners at the recently opened authentic Asian food hall ‘Streetery’ can now enjoy a new selection of healthy and delicious dishes at two if its restaurants. The food hall, a concept derived from Asian countries such as Hong Kong, Singapore, and Thailand and which focuses on mixing artisan restaurants, food hawkers and specialty food vendors while providing them with the opportunity to showcase their food specialties will be adding an array of new dishes for its guests. As with all its other menu options, the new choices will contain healthy ingredients ideal for all its guests especially those with dietary requirements to ensure that everyone is satisfied with the selections being provided.

Zen Dubai:

The restaurant which specializes in wok-based stir fried dishes along with Thai salads and desserts, including Papaya Salad, Kapow Chicken, Pad Thai Noodles and Sticky Rice has added new Quinoa dishes, and Pan Fried Quinoa, providing guests with gluten-free, and high in protein and fiber options. From delicious appetizers, which include a variety of salads, soups, rice and noodles to specialty dishes highlighting the authentic Asian food and delectable dessert options such as Sticky Rice with Mango (Khao Neo Mamuang) and Water Chestnuts in Coconut Milk (Tap Tim Krob]), Zen Dubai provides a myriad of options for all its visitors.

Hing Kee:

Best known for targeting fans of Asian BBQ and Roast dishes such as Chicken Satay and Hainanese chicken rice, a fan favourite dish and which was initially brought to Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore from Chinese immigrants in the mid-19th Century and was recreated using local free-range chicken, Hing Kee has also added side salads to go along with these flavoursome main dishes . The new salads are ofcourse all paleo and keto friendly providing customers with a well-balanced and healthy meal.

The restaurant offers both a Thai and Singaporean version of each of its dishes so that guests can experience both and decide for themselves which one they prefer.

Fat Aunts:

Even though there are no new menu additions, come and enjoy the various selection which this restaurant has to offer. From its moreish Szechuan style vegetable dumplings to its mouth-watering Hat Yai Fried Chicken, as well as its luscious Soup Dumplings (Xiaolongbao) and Sambal Prawns all at very good prices, this restaurant will not disappoint. While guests are visiting Fat Aunts, they must definitely try all its specialties but especially its Asian Curry and fresh Dim sums.

Streetery provides its visitors with a culinary journey through the streets of Asia with the first authentic Asian street food hall in Dubai, while focusing on the concept of ‘Communal Dining’ and bringing together people from various cultures to come experience a good meal and relax in the restaurant’s friendly and charming ambiance. The restaurant prides itself on its excellent quality in food while ensuring a delicious taste in all the dishes being provided and that is implemented and ensured by conducting a quality control tasting session in which chefs from all three restaurants prepare dishes from their respective menus to be presented every morning before they are ultimately served to the customers.

Timings:
Daily between 11:00AM until 11:00PM

Address:

Shop No. D6B, Lake level – Cluster D, Jumeirah Like Towers, Dubai

Phone number: 00971 4 587 3373

 

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The DentalSPA, Dubai’s Leading Dental and Dermatology Medical Centre introduces new high-end laser machine

Established in Dubai in 2005 by Dr. Amer, The DentalSPA Medical and Dental Center which provides the very best quality in Dental and Dermatology offerings and which has recently added Plastic Surgery to its exceptional list of services, has also introduced a new high-end Laser Hair Removal machine to its clinic the ‘SP Dynamic Pro by FOTONA’.

The new machine is the latest generation in Nd-YAG and has a dynamic built-in cooling system, allowing the heat from the laser to be controlled to a specific targeted area – making it both more effective and safer than other systems. The cooling system also ensures that treatment can be as comfortable and painless as possible for both men and women and is effective on both light and dark skin.

The advanced digital pulsed Nd YAG laser with the cooling tip can be safe and effective when used by an experienced practitioner and what makes it highly unique is that its practical for people of all skin types.

Unlike traditional methods like waxing, shaving and epilating which irritate the surface of the skin and only bring temporary relief, laser hair removal is the most potent method of hair removal that provides a permanent solution and does not damage the skin.

Bringing together a team of highly trained and certified experts, the DentalSPA is dedicated to restoring health, beauty, vitality and balance and has also recently welcomed a new member to the team.

Liezl Danan is an experienced and highly trained Licensed Laser Therapy Nurse, who brings with her knowledge and skills in several Laser platforms including Alexandrite, ND:YAG, DIODE and IPL giving her an in-depth understanding of the skin’s cell structure.

Liezl specializes in Laser Hair Removal and facial treatments including Microdermabrasion facials, Chemical Peel Facials and Mesotherapy.  Other treatments include Radio-Frequency Reaction, Carbon Peeling, Bleaching, CO2 Fractional Laser and Cryolipolysis.

With the holy month of Ramadan fast approaching, the medical centre will be providing its guests with a free LHR consultation conducted by their skilled, qualified and experienced laser technician who will assess the patients’ skin type, as well as hair color and type. All patients will also be offered a 50 percent discount price to their normal LHR session prices as the clinic hopes to welcome as many guests as possible ahead of the Eid Al-Fitr and summer holidays.

The DentalSPA, is located conveniently along the infamous medical and dental strip on Jumeirah Beach Road. Since opening its’ doors, The DentalSPA has grown dramatically in both size and reputation throughout the region and is now considered one of the most credible and reliable dental and dermatology practices in the UAE owing to the high-quality service and extremely innovative technology that it offers to its’ customers.

The Dental Spa offers a host of high-tech general and cosmetic dental treatments, including regular and laser fillings, root canals, veneers, teeth whitening treatments, clear aligners and orthodontics, essential oral cancer screenings and other innovative Dermatology treatments which include but are not limited to Botox, Microdermabrasion facials, Non-surgical liquid, thread facelifts and clinical dermatology treatments for acne and ageing. The DentalSPA’s Laser technology can also be used in dental treatments to combat gum disease, create fillings, correct a ‘Gummy Smile,’ and alleviate snoring using innovative technology.

More recently, the Spa has introduced Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to the practice and now offer Body Contouring, Liposuction, Tattoo Removal, Ear Reconstruction and Facial Aesthetics practice.

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Huawei Announces the Winner of the P30 – Mini Cooper Lucky Draw As Part of the Launch of the P30 Series, Huawei Continues to Bring Exciting Initiatives and Products to the Saudi Market

Earlier this month and in line with its ongoing commitment to bring the latest innovations to the Kingdom, Huawei, the world’s leading Smartphone brand, launched the much anticipated HUAWEI P30 Series. As part of the Saudi specific launch, Huawei also provided its fans with the chance to enter a draw to win a new Mini Cooper 2019

Nouf Ali Sahari was given the keys to her all new Mini Cooper 2019 during a ceremony held in Riyadh Parks on the 13th of April, the drew took place under the presence and supervision of a representative from the Riyadh Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

The HUAWEI P30 Series is set to change people’s expectations of smartphone photography by taking mobile photography to a brand-new level, HUAWEI P30 Pro is the highest-rated smartphone camera on DxOMark with an average score of 112. HUAWEI P30 Pro carries a new Leica Quad Camera on the back of the device, including a massive 40MP main camera with a revolutionary 1/1.7-inch SuperSpectrum sensor, a 20MP ultra-wide angle lens, 8MP telephoto camera and HUAWEI Time of Flight (ToF) Camera to unleash the imagination. Unique to the HUAWEI P30 Pro, HUAWEI ToF Camera captures depth-of-field information to deliver accurate image segmentation and uses precise distance measurement to allow for the simulation of multiple levels of bokeh. A 32MP selfie camera mounts the device front and produces AI-beautified pictures.

The 1/1.7-inch HUAWEI SuperSpectrum Sensor looks at light in a fundamentally new way. The RYYB HUAWEI SuperSpectrum Sensor deviates from the traditional RGGB Bayer filter by replacing green pixels with yellow pixels, yielding a high maximum ISO rating of 409,600 on the HUAWEI P30 Pro and 204,800 on the HUAWEI P30.

The SuperZoom Lens takes smartphone zooming capabilities to unprecedented territories. The innovative periscope design enables Huawei to incorporate the telephoto camera into an extremely slim device. The periscope design uses a prism element to bend light at a 90-degree angle. By doing so, the sensor can be fitted in the chassis and support 5x optical zoom, 10x hybrid zoom and a never-before seen 50x digital zoom, bringing the farthest objects closer to the user’s eyes.

The HUAWEI P30 Pro brings a refreshing way to shoot and view videos. HUAWEI Dual-View Video¹ uses multiple cameras simultaneously to capture videos. While shooting, the screen splits into two halves: the lower half shows the wide-angle capture, while the half that’s closer to the front camera shows a close-up shot. This mode, with its capability to capture dual perspectives, lends itself to capturing large-scale events such as sporting matches and concerts where users can adjust magnification levels as well.

[1] Feature will be enabled via HOTA update at a later date.

The HUAWEI P30 Pro supports a newly-introduced Super Night Mode in shooting videos. Equipped with the HUAWEI 1/1.7-inch SuperSpectrum Sensor with a f/1.6 large aperture lens, ISP and Dual-NPU, and supported by the new HUAWEI AIS+OIS solution, the HUAWEI P30 Pro retains great vision at low light and every frame taken across the long exposure is better with superior colors, dynamic range and clarity. Combined, these processes enable an exposure of 3-8 seconds and produce the most stunning images in low-light settings. The “night vision” capability lets the HUAWEI P30 Pro capture videos even in the poorest of lighting conditions.

The HUAWEI P30 Pro also houses a large, high-density 4,200mAh battery, and supports 40W HUAWEI SuperCharge, which gives the device 70 percent charge in 30 minutes. The safety of the technology is certified by TÜV Rheinland. Moreover, HUAWEI P30 Pro supports 15W HUAWEI Wireless Quick Charge, and Wireless Reverse Charge, which enables the device to work as a power bank for selected electronic devices supporting wireless charging.

Combining exquisite design and innovation, Huawei also launched the HUAWEI P30 lite in the Saudi market. The smartphone comes armed with a 32MP 3D integrated with AI Beautification which works like a professional team to enhance users’ beauty. The rear of the device features a 24MP AI ultra-wide triple camera comprising of 24MP main camera with a f/1.8 wide aperture lens, 8MP camera for ultra-wide angle shots and 2MP lens. In order to deliver a seamless user experience, the smartphone is launched with the EMUI 9.0.1 installed and offers 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The device also features a 6.15-inch Dewdrop display and achieves a massive screen to body ratio of 84.1 percent. HUAWEI P30 Lite continues excellence in design and features a slim 3D curved glass exterior that provides a modern feel that smoothly merges with Huawei’s core innovations to deliver a premium and sleek user experience. HUAWEI P30 lite will be available in two colors: Midnight Black and Peacock Blue.

Price and availability

The new series of Huawei smartphones are available now, priced as follows:  HUAWEI P30 lite SAR1099, HUAWEI P30 SAR2499, and HUAWEI P30 Pro SAR3399.

 

 

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*Senior Security Decision Makers Gather in Riyadh for IDC Security Roadshow*

International Data Corporation (IDC) today hosted more than 200 of Saudi Arabia’s most influential security decision makers at the Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski in Riyadh for the 2019 edition of the IDC Security Roadshow. Running under the theme of ‘Business Security: Risk & Resilience’, the finely-tuned event served as an exclusive information-sharing forum and networking platform for senior security executives from the Kingdom’s most prominent enterprises.
Uzair Mujtaba, IDC’s program manager for IT services in Saudi Arabia, opened proceedings by presenting the event’s keynote address, which was titled ‘Security Strategies in the Era of Widespread Innovation’. “Organizations across the Middle East and Africa are increasingly trying to strike a balance between keeping the lights on and improving business agility,” said Mujtaba. “Digital transformation strategies and shifting industry dynamics are driving them to innovate and experiment with new types of technologies, which in turn are creating a complex ecosystem that is beset by new IT security challenges. In this new era, IT security is no longer limited to protecting technology assets; it must also ensure business resiliency. Consequently, as digital transformation initiatives progress, the pressure is mounting on organizations to build business-level strategies for security.”
The agenda featured a series of expert-led sessions that explored the very latest IT security best practices and stressed the need to build effective response plans as part of a comprehensive enterprise-wide security strategy that can adapt to rising threat complexities. The wide-ranging topics discussed over the course of the day included:
* Adaptive Cyber Deception for Early & Accurate Threat Detection & Response
* The Visible Attack Surface – What It Is and Why It Matters
* Preparing a Cyber-Resilience Defense Strategy to Stay One Step Ahead
* Combatting Today’s Advanced Attackers: Key Trends, Predictions, & the Need for Speed
Addressing the growing complexity of security threats as digital transformation becomes increasingly mainstream, Hamza Naqshbandi, IDC’s country manager for Saudi Arabia, believes that Saudi organizations will need to embrace a more pervasive approach to security as they look to align themselves with the core objectives of the Kingdom’s National Transformation Program.
“The benefits of undergoing such transformation are well known,” says Naqshbandi. “However, the trade-off comes in the form of new security vulnerabilities and myriad issues relating to risk and trust as organizations continuously implement new technologies in an effort to meet growing customer demands for a seamless omniexperience. As such, there is a pressing need for security to become more pervasive; it needs to be embedded into the vision of the organization and treated as a core metric. In this era of digital transformation, organizations can no longer settle for standard security solutions; they must move forward by embracing a proactive approach to the issues of defense, protection, mitigation, compliance, trust, and risk.”
IDC’s valued partners for the IDC Security Roadshow 2019 in Riyadh included IBM, Attivo Networks, Skybox Security, MIS, CrowdStrike, and BlackBerry as Platinum Partners; Carbon Black, Tripwire, and HP Inc. (in association with Intel) as Gold Partners; Qualys, Fidelis Cybersecurity, Malwarebytes, Advanced Electronics Company, Checkmarx, and Forcespot (in association with SGBox) as Silver Partners; and Global Knowledge and Lenovo (in association with Intel) as Exhibit Partners.

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Riyadh witnessed the exceptional launch of a new restaurant, “HARAT” as a part of a new series of restaurants A restaurant that takes visitors to the past with the taste of its meals and details of its style

Saudi Arabia has been witnessing an increasing interest within its Tourism sector which has become the center of attention ever since King Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud revealed the Kingdom’s 2030 vision and its plans that has granted opportunity for more sectors to flourish and become part of a bigger change taking place within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. One main sector that is on the rise and thriving within its services and facilities, is the Foods sector which has always been one of the main outlets of entertainment within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, but happens to have developed in the last few years and is much more focused now on innovation and creativity in order to create an atmosphere that can be enjoyed with friends and loved ones.

The capital, Riyadh has witnessed recently the launch of a new and innovative restaurant that is said to be one of its kind within the city. This new restaurant goes by “Harat” and is operated by Advanced Food Company, located in the heart of Riyadh. With Advanced Food Company launching its second restaurant the company has witnessed success the minute the restaurants gates opened for its soft launch as it is distinctive within its style whether it’s the Middle-Eastern choices of foods offered or the atmosphere the restaurant has created for its guests.

The restaurant’s interior is inspired by traditional ancient neighborhoods that represent Middle-Eastern cultural heritage back from the late 70’s. Harat offers a fusion of middle eastern delicates, that are popular within Saudi Arabia, Lebanon & Turkey. Harat presents its guests the best of both worlds as it offers delicious tasting dishes along with a nostalgic ambiance that will take its guests back in time.

On this occasion, Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Food Company, Mr. Ziad Kassabieh welcomed all attendees within Harat Restaurant to enjoy a pleasant time and explore both the décor of the restaurant and delightful choices of foods prepared for the night. Harat certainly offers a unique experience as the interior of the restaurant will definitely have you feel like you are seated at an ancient Middle-Eastern small neighborhood.

Mr. Ziad Kassabieh added: ” Now that Harat Restaurant has finally opened its doors for guests and visitors, we are looking forward to provide our guests with an experience both derived from the ambiance of the restaurant, atmosphere and of course delicious dishes. We wanted to focus on creating an atmosphere for people that will remind them of the good olden days and simplicity of the olden lifestyle within the Middle-Eastern region. The concept of Harat is based a combination of two major factors: which are serving tasteful meals, also providing a unique experience for our customers and a place to enjoy with family and friends, which we believe that is in line with the directives adopted by the Kingdom’s 2030 vision in order to develop its tourism sector and play a grand role as an economic source for the country.”

Mr. Ziad Kassabieh finally said that Harat Restaurant is the first step in a series of innovative restaurants that will be launched by the Advanced Food Company in the coming period. He pointed out that the preparations are running now to inaugurate a restaurant serving delightful Indian cuisine and a tasteful experience.

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The Riyadh Governor patronized the Opening Ceremony of the Business Gate of Fairmont Hotel Riyadh

His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Governor of Riyadh, has patronized the Opening Ceremony of Fairmont Hotel Riyadh located in the Business Gate Center on Sunday, the 14th of April 2019, corresponding to the 9th of Sha’ban 1440.

The Opening Ceremony began with recitation from Al-Quran, followed by a welcome speech by the Chairman of the Business Gate, Mr. Salamah bin Malhi bin Saedan,  thanking the patron of the ceremony as well as the audience for participating in the Launching of one of the greatest hospitality palaces, wishing that the hotel would be an interface that reflects the progress and development of the Tourism Sector and business activities in Riyadh, and a step in line with the vision of our wise and ambitious leadership in the National Transformation Program to increase and develop hospitality facilities, as well as to open more employment opportunities for the citizens. Furthermore, it is a contribution to the Tourism Sector in the local area to raise the level of luxury services in accordance with the Islamic values.Mr. Saedan also confirmed that this success was due to the Ideal Investment Climate provided by the Kingdom, which is an example for other countries.He added that the Kingdom was so confident through the past years in the Renaissance march, which makes it becomes a global destination for money and business until it reaches the forefront of the world economically. This is because it has adopted a clear policy based on the principle of excellence and creativity in all fields. He also added that we have worked very hard to adopt all innovative and creative ideas in the scope of our investments, to enhance competitiveness and improve the tourism and hotel sector, through applying the best international business practices and services, putting all the efforts to make this hotel reach the highest international standards, through a real blend between originality and modernity, to provide an exceptional atmosphere for visitors of this place, leaving an unforgettable impression of the Arab hospitality in full details and finest services.

He said: “We are not just launching this hotel, but we are moving forward in a steady and confident steps to achieve our dreams inspired by a young vision that meets the aspirations of the people in our country who can translate his wishes into real successes, we are heading toward the progress of an economic boom that leads us to the ranks of developed countries”.

After that, a documentary about old and modern city of Riyadh, the Business Gate and Fairmont Hotel was presented. The dinner was then served in honor of Riyadh Governor and Saudi Arabian with cultural band “Ardhah” began to celebrate the ceremony.

The Business Gate is the first leading business center in the Kingdom, it was established as a city designed to meet regional and international business needs to support economic growth.

It is considered a commercial and social center based on the concept of “Everyone under one roof” that is committed to create a healthy and unique work environment in addition to the highest standards of success, effectiveness and satisfaction.

It is located close to King Khalid International Airport and offers a superb engineering structure with an intelligent security system as well as comprehensive landscapes and bodies of water.

Fairmont Hotel was designed to cater the diverse needs of both visitors and business travelers, providing the ultimate comfort to all its guests.

The hotel has 300 rooms, including 40 suites, containing a king suite and a presidential suite. The comfort blended with charming artistic touches, combines originality and modernity, to reflect the most beautiful city’s face in a high-end engineering design, providing a typical business environment. It is characterized by a modern environment that is distinguished by large halls for events and conferences  for more than 1400 guests, in addition to 10 meeting rooms, designed and equipped to meet the aspirations of business travelers.

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Majid Al Futtaim Redefines Luxury by Opening VOX Cinemas Most Premium Concept in Kingdom Centre

Majid Al Futtaim Cinemas, the dedicated cinema arm of Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia today launched its fourth VOX Cinemas multiplex in Riyadh at the Kingdom Centre, which features a new fine-dining concept, bringing the total number of VOX Cinemas in the Kingdom to five.

As part of its commitment to bring world-class entertainment experiences to Saudi Arabia, VOX Cinemas has redefined luxury with its eight-screen multiplex, the first of its kind in the Middle East. Each auditorium has been designed to provide guests with the ultimate VIP experience. The auditoriums feature fully reclining leather seating, individual call buttons for in-cinema waiter service, immersive surround sound and crystal-clear projection.

VOX Cinemas at Kingdom Centre is a unique dining and cinema concept where boutique décor, state of the art audio-visual technology and fine dining meet. Guests can choose to dine or simply relax in an exclusive VIP lounge with a view of the show kitchen as they choose from a fine dining inspired menu. The gourmet menu features unique items such as 24k gold wrapped steak frites, 24k gold coated chocolate fondant, gold dusted salted caramel popcorn and bespoke mocktails made with exotic ingredients.

Mohamed Al Hashemi, Majid Al Futtaim Ventures Country Manager – KSA said: “Since launching our first multiplex in Riyadh Park a year ago, we strongly believed in the future of entertainment in Saudi Arabia. Today, we are brought one step closer to achieving our vision with the launch of one of the most luxurious cinema experiences in the world. The journey has been nothing short of inspiring and is one that we will continue to be a part of as we break new barriers in parallel with the growth of our operation.”

Majid Al Futtaim’s investment into cinema in Saudi Arabia now exceeds $50 million (SAR185 million approximately) in under 12 months, with VOX Cinemas set to open 110 screens in the Kingdom by the end of 2019. By the end of 2020, the company expects to operate over 200 screens in Saudi Arabia in six major cities, and with today’s launch, it now offers customers a total of 47 screens across Riyadh and Jeddah.

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Fawaz Group Celebrate its Annual Event and launches the latest products of Aux AC.

The Fawaz Group held its annual event celebrating its partners, and launched the latest products of AUX (the launch of the new technology). The event took place on the Ritz-Carlton Ballroom in Riyadh. A massive crowd of VIP’s, media, social media influencers, and techies. And with the presence of representatives from the Chinese mother company, the event showcased AUX’s new intelligent air-conditioner series, which is provided with the newest technologies. Aux Air-Conditioner company is a worldwide leading manufacturer of high-quality air-conditioning equipment for over 24 years.

The J-Smart air conditioners, approved by the Standards, Metrology, and Quality Authority, are equipped with the latest technologies such as Wi-Fi technology, remote control technology that enables you to change the temperature, turn the device on and off through your mobile phone, self-cleaning and many features. Guests were given the opportunity to preview products and learn more about them. AUX is coming back strongly to the Saudi market this year by launching this new range of models based on the latest standards and technologies in the global refrigeration and air conditioning industry.

The event started with an opening speech from Eng. Mr. Abdelkarim Ibrahim Al Saleh, CEO of Fawaz group welcoming the guests, and he stressed saying: “the company believes in the continuous growth and persisted development, and these are such great values to the company since was founded.” and revealed the company’s intention of entering new sectors, which are available today in the light of the developments the Kingdom is witnessing with the support of His Highness the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, and His Crown Prince, and their goal to contribute in Vision 2030. Then ended his speech with: “We are very keen on making the brand AUX one of the most established brands in the Saudi market and we can only do that with your support and trust.”

Great to mention that Fawaz group is a leading company in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry throughout the middle-east, it was established in Kuwait back in 1973, starting a business with a long success story and track record, and developed to be a leading company in diversified industries. Now Fawaz group is considered a regional multinational company with over 5000 employees across the middle-east and has already opened several offices in the GCC countries, Iraq, Yemen, and North Africa.

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MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL AND DUR HOSPITALITY OPEN RIYADH MARRIOTT HOTEL DIPLOMTIC QUARTER AND MARRIOTT EXEXUTIVE APARTMENTS RIYADH, DIPLOMATIC QUARTER The Newly Built Hotels Provide an Abundant Oasis for Leisure and Business travelers in the Heart of the Buzzing City of Riyadh

Marriott International and Dur Hospitality today announced the opening of Riyadh Marriott Hotel Diplomatic Quarter and Marriott Executive Apartments Riyadh, Diplomatic Quarter. The complex is strategically located in the heart of one of the most sought-after areas in the city with easy access to key embassies and major corporate headquarters, just a 30-minute drive from King Khalid International Airport.

“We are delighted to enhance our footprint in Saudi Arabia with the opening of two strategically important hotels that not only complement each other but also deliver very distinct brand experiences. Saudi Arabia continues to be one of our key markets and we are delighted to further strengthen our partnership with Dur Hospitality,” said Alex Kyriakidis, President and Managing Director, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International.

The hotel is inspired by the scenic and fertile Wadi Hanifa, a beautiful desert oasis running through Riyadh. The low-rise hotel resembles the smooth, dry canyon walls that make for a dramatic arrival experience. Once you step inside, the waterways guide the way into the heart of the building, ushering guests through the arrival court into the palm dotted oasis in the heart of the hotel’s lush courtyard. Planted cacti, flowering vines, plentiful blooming desert flora and native date palm trees create a soothingly calming ambiance, providing shaded secluded areas from the scorching desert sun. Here, life happens against a scenic lush backdrop in one of the restaurants and cafes.

The complex is the first five-star full service hotel in the Diplomatic Quarter and features 80 spacious modern rooms, and 140 fully equipped apartments. The deluxe rooms feature modern décor and ample work space, allowing guests to stay connected with in-room technology including high speed WiFi and bedside USB outlets. Guests staying in one of the six Premium Suites or the Presidential Suite can enrich their experience in the M Club Lounge offering an international buffet, hors d’oeuvre and local specialties 24 hours a day.

Sparking brilliance through spaces that seamlessly blend work and play with state-of-the-art business facilities and innovative spaces such as The Greatroom, the hotel caters for the needs of both business and leisure travelers. Guests can enjoy an elevated experience through the Mobile Guest Services, delivered with the warm and professional service for which the brand is globally renowned.

Riyadh Marriott Hotel Diplomatic Quarter houses three dining venues, Gojia Kitchen – a sophisticated all day dining destination, a la carte restaurant Mesquite and Agave Café located in the lobby. The hotel offers multiple recreational areas surrounded by lush greenery. An open-air swimming pool serves as an ideal spot to unwind after a long day. Other facilities include 24-hour Fitness Centres for both men and women and a sublime Saray Spa featuring a Turkish Hammam and female and male treatment rooms.

Meeting the highest standards for energy and environmental (LEED) Gold Certification requirements, the hotel site creates a protected micro-climate and maximizes on environmental impacts.  By amplifying useful daylight via a complex reflection processes, the hotel can decrease its illumination needs during the day. Plentiful shaded areas and the building’s structure allow for natural ventilation, reducing the need for air conditioning and additional cooling.

The opening of Riyadh Marriott Hotel Diplomatic Quarter and Marriott Executive Apartments Riyadh, Diplomatic Quarter marks the fifth collaboration between Marriott International and Dur Hospitality following Riyadh Marriott Airport, Marriott Executive Apartments Riyadh Convention Center, Courtyard by Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter and Riyadh Marriott Hotel – the Marriott Hotels first property in the Middle East.

To find out more about the hotel and Marriott Executive Apartments please visit:

www.Marriott.Com/RUHDQ & www.Marriott.com/RUHED and stay connected on Facebook.

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