RIYADH: The Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh is currently celebrating the recognition it received as one of the best business hotels in the capital at the Middle East Business Traveller Awards. Mohamed Benamar, district director and general manager of Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh said: “We are extremely proud to receive such recognition. It is a great achievement which will serve as a springboard for our hotel to even greater success.” He added: “Amid challenging times in this period of global recession, this acknowledgement confirms that we truly deliver our promise with 100 percent guest satisfaction. The Business Traveller Awards are voted by readers of the Business Traveller magazine and guests, and continue to be the benchmark for excellence in the region’s travel and hospitality industry, including best airlines, airports, hotels, golf courses and car rental companies, he added.
Qatar Airways takes part in major US travel conference
DOHA: Qatar Airways participated in the recent National Business Travel Association (NBTA) conference, unveiling a state-of-the-art booth displaying the in-flight luxury amenities that has elevated the carrier to one of the world’s leading airlines, in San Diego, California. This is the third time the carrier has been represented at the NBTA trade show, widely recognized as the must-attend event in the United States for business travel buyers, suppliers, industry leaders and business travel journalists. Qatar Airways first showcased its ‘five-star’ product in 2007 at the Boston conference and again in 2008 at the Los Angeles show. “NBTA is the perfect place to display our Five Star service and network with the many travel managers and suppliers who attend the conference,” Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al-Baker said.
Ramadan specials at Sheraton Dammam Hotel & Towers
DAMMAM: Sheraton Dammam Hotel has made special arrangements for Ramadan. Daily raffle draws are held during iftar where guests can win prizes including a grand prize of diamond ring given away every Thursday. Executive Chef Noel Abdullah says: “We present an iftar buffet full of flavors with tender prime grilled meat and a special corner for preparing shish kabab, shish tawouk, grilled lamb meat and hamour fish, in addition to cold and hot dishes.” The hotel’s outlets include Al-Fayrouz Restaurant that is open at Sahoor for a buffet of Eastern and Western delicious cuisines and desserts. Its Da Vinci Restaurant offers a variety of authentic Italian dishes.
