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 the hotels are welcoming guests with new Hijri year greetings, as a warm and caring gesture to making the guests feel important and taken care of. Millennium Al Aqeeq Hotel, a five-star hotel comprising 505 spacious rooms stylishly designed and equipped with the latest amenities, witnessed a great performance last year with a massive occupancy during last year’s Hajj and Umrah season. Likewise, the Millennium Taiba Hotel that is located ......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 SAPTCO to transfer guests via shuttle buses from doorsteps of the hotel directly to Al Haram through the Kuday Tunnel. This partnership is aimed at saving time and efforts of the guests by reducing their walking distance. It will be only few steps from under Abraj Al Bait to the escalator until the guests find themselves in front of AbdulAziz Gate of Al Haram. SAPTCO was established in 1979 according to a royal decree to provides a wide and ......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 Mr. Haitham Effat in the position of cluster director of sales and marketing. Effat will oversee all sales and marketing operations and lead the sales team in developing new innovative strategies that will both elevate their guests’ experience and total revenue. Bringing onboard a wide range of skills and a wealth of experience that extends over 22 years, Haitham Effat will oversee sales and marketing related operations in Millennium ......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 rewards hotels and spas that deliver exceptional levels of service and world-class facilities to its guests. Reflecting M Hotel Makkah by Millennium’s restless efforts in elevating excellence levels of its services, the hotel receives this recognition for its distinguished services and outstanding facilities. The award winning hotel won “Guest Review Award” last year and recently has gained a tremendous attention from ......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 Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin AbdulAziz, during Hajj season this year. As part of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Guests Program for Hajj and Umrah, the two hotels host pilgrims from 72 nationalities from around the globe to perform Hajj, one of the five pillars of Islam.  The two hotels comprise 1307 keys and are part of Al Rajhi complex in Al Naseem district at a walking distance from Al-Rajhi Mosque. In addition to an ......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 and authentic hospitality. Millennium Al Aqeeq Hotel, a five-stars hotel comprising 505 spacious rooms stylishly designed and equipped with the latest amenities, prepares for this Hajj season by welcoming the “Hujaj” with flowers, a variety of delicious dates and refreshing juices to help guests beat the heat in summer. The hotel is not only preparing the most tasteful Arabian coffee in town, but it also plays Tala' al-Badru ......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 to 1.3 per cent in the same period last year, according to official government data.  With conditions remaining soft across most sectors of the market in the first half of 2019, the hospitality and entertainment industries witnessed a number of major development announcements. These included the revealing of Al Qiddiya’s master plan in Riyadh, aiming to cement the city’s position as the ‘Capital of Entertainment, ......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 meeting the requirements of ISO 22000 in its 2018 version. Certification Company IQNet, credited by DQS CFS GmbH the German Association for Sustainability, has awarded the certificate to the hotel for its strict compliance with the standards and requirements of the ISO 22000 in its 2018 version. This certificate stands for the highest international standards of the hospitality provision of food and beverages services as the hotel has ......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 development companies. The property will be the largest voco in the world, when operational in early 2020, and it will cater to the growing number of religious tourists in KSA. The 4,200-room hotel will take IHG’s portfolio in the country to over 19,500 rooms, solidifying IHG’s position as one of the largest hospitality players in Saudi Arabia.  voco Makkah will occupy a premium location within the greater Maad Hospitality Towers ......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:    As part of its long-term support to expand Iraq’s power infrastructure, Siemens has received an order to supply gas and steam turbines and generators as well as long-term power generation services for the 840-megawatt (MW) Maisan Combined Cycle Power Plant, located in Maisan Governorate in the southern region of Iraq. Both CITIC Construction Co., Ltd., the engineering procurement and construction firm building the plant, and Iraqi ......read more

Do not miss the utmost captivating wedding and honeymoon packages this summer  Makkah, KSA (7 July 2019):  Summer is the season of special occasions and grand celebrations, and weddings are no exception. M Hotel Makkah by Millennium, a five-star hotel located at the heart of the holy city of Makkah, unveils an interesting and value offer for couples looking for to enter the golden cage and perpetuate their most special night. Being a home to two grand ballrooms that can easily accommodate more than 500 guests, the hotel rewards couples with an attractive wedding package to tie the knot and pursue their journey together with blessings at the heart of Makkah next to Al Masjed Al Haram. The package includes a dinner buffet for 50 invitees at Lotus Ballroom and a complimentary stay at an executive suite with a free ......read more

Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 04 July 2019:   Makkah Construction and Development Co (MCDC), recently took over the management and operations of the hotel from Millennium & Copthorne Middle East Holdings Limited and is now operating its 5 stars hotel under the trade name of “Makkah Co. Hotel and Towers”.   There is no change in operations of the hotel and the management and hotel team ensured that the guests continue to enjoy the best spiritual experience at the closest accommodation to Holy Haram.  The Chairman along with the Board Members and senior management are determined to ensure a major renovation and upgrade of the property is underway at the earliest to continue to be the most desired hotel location for all pilgrims visiting Makkah Al Mukarrama. “We have ......read more

Offering a 4 nights stay including a complimentary breakfast, the hotel rewards its guests Al Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - July 2, 2019:  Gather your family and your loved ones this summer and stay at Millennium Al Aqeeq Hotel Madinah, a five-star hotel located next to Al Masjed Al Nabawi, to leverage your holidays with happy and long lasting memories. Millennium Al Aqeeq Hotel Madinah rewards its guest this summer with a limited time offer from June 3rd to July 13th where guests can experience the true essence of spirituality at the heart of Madinah the city that witnessed the dawn of Islam. Creating an ideal opportunity for Millennium Al Aqeeq fans and Madinah visitors to enjoy even during the hot season, the offer includes a 4 nights’ stay with complimentary breakfast at a price of SR2222 exclusive taxes. The ......read more

Landmark Arabia announces first-of-its kind Retail Leadership Programme (RLP) for Saudi nationals   • Specially designed module to help aspirational Saudi women and youth develop new skills and grow their career with the company • The first batch of RLP stars include 44 employees, 90% of which are Saudi women • Launch event graced by Raha Moharrak, the first Saudi Women to Summit Mount Everest, hosted by the Landmark Arabia leadership at the Marriot Hotel, Diplomatic Quarter   24 June, 2019 | Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia:  In line with Saudi Vision 2030, and its call for diversification of employment opportunities for youth in the Saudi private sector, Landmark Arabia, has announced the launch of its Retail Leadership Programme at an exclusive ceremony held at the Marriott, Diplomatic ......read more

Jeddah - 10 June 2019:  Accor Makkah have successfully launched “Accor Holy Destinations” Umbrella - the first of its kind in the Saudi hospitality sector. Holy destination is an alliance between all AccorHotels in Makkah (8 hotels) and Madinah (3 hotels). The announcement was made in the presence of Managing Director Alaaeldin Saleh and executive directors of the group. The group participated in the Saudi pavilion of the National Authority for Tourism and National Heritage during the prestigious 26th Arab Travel Market 2019, for conferences and exhibitions, held from 28th April to 1st May. The new holy destination is considered to be an Umbrella under which all of the AccorHotels Makkah and Madinah are unified with total 10,617 rooms, including residential units, suites, hotel apartments, royal floors, and ......read more

Riyadh, 22 May 2019:  Riyadh’s most sought-after property is offering guests exclusive packages for Eid Al-Fitr as well as for the upcoming summer months. Eid Al-Fitr Al Faisaliah Hotel Riyadh is spreading the warmth of Eid-Al Fitr with its festive culinary celebrations. Join us this Eid as we celebrate the hotel’s extensive breakfast offers at La Cucina.  The elegant Italian restaurant La Cucina will be serving an extensive breakfast buffet on the second day of Eid Al-Fitr, while also opening its doors for lunch and dinner. The hotel’s dramatic three-storey dome and world class restaurant ‘The Globe’, , will also be serving its exceptional à la carte menu for dinner from 8pm onwards. The experience will be open for lunch and dinner from 11am onwards. Make this year’s Eid Al-Fitr ......read more

Promoting a healthy lifestyle for youths and future generations, the opening was attended by a royal and number of dignitaries  Makkah, KSA - 16 May 2019:  M Hotel Makkah by Millennium, a 5-star hotel located at the heart of the holy city of Makkah, participated in the opening of a new fitness center at Al Wahda FC as a sponsor promoting and upholding a healthy lifestyle for youths and new generations. The new center is going to serve the local community of Makkah aiming to attract more young people to adopt fitness activities in their daily routine. Embracing the true spirit of giving during the holy month of Ramadan, the hotel contributes to the local community of Makkah by sponsoring the opening of the fitness center, which took place in the presence of Prince Abdullah bin AbdulAziz bin Faisal bin Abdul Majeed bin ......read more

The property recognized for its outstanding services and facilities by World Travel Awards 2019 Al Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - May 12, 2019:  Millennium Taiba & Al Aqeeq , the two prominent hotels located at the heart of Madinah next Al Masjid Al Nabawi, wins Medina’s Leading Hotel Award 2019 at World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2019. On 25th of April at Warner Bros. WorldTM Abu Dhabi, hospitality professionals and experts from around the globe gathered to celebrate Excellency in the industry and award winning hotels. Conveniently located at the heart of Madinah next to Al Masjid Al Nabawi, Millennium Al Aqeeq Hotel offers 505 spacious rooms and suites equipped with latest technologies including LCD TV, electronic safe, broadband internet access, electronic key card access, hair dryer, mini bar, ......read more

 66-apartment property appeals to business, leisure and pilgrim travellers who seek premium, trusted extended stay experience Madinah, Saudi Arabia – 12 May 2019:  Marriott International has announced the opening of Marriott Executive Apartments Madinah, marking the brand’s debut in the Holy City. The re-branded property is the third Marriott Executive Apartments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and appeals to the rapidly growing demand for extended stay both with business as well as leisure travellers. “Our growth and focus on Saudi Arabia is aligned with the Saudi Vision 2030 and the National Transformation Program 2020 to support the country’s growing tourism and hospitality sectors. Religious tourism plays a key role as the government plans to attract 30 million pilgrims by 2030. Marriott ......read more

Exclusive offerings during the holy month of Ramadan Makkah, KSA (8th of May 2019): M Hotel Makkah by Millennium, a 5-star hotel located in the heart of the holy city of Makkah, offers exclusive rates to guests, Umrah performers and Makkah visitors during the holy month of Ramadan. Encompassing 785 rooms and suites elegantly decorated and equipped with the latest technologies and finest amenities, the hotel provides special rates during the festive season of Ramadan, during which Muslims from around the world travel to visit Makkah and perform Umrah. Situated on Ibrahim Al Khalil Street, just a few minutes’ drive to the Great Mosque of Makkah, 60 minutes to Jeddah airport, M Hotel Makkah by Millennium is the ideal place to seek comfort and easy access to the holy places.  Celebrating the true essence of Ramadan, the ......read more

The property has won Hotel of the Year and Best Finance Performing Hotel awards Riyadh, KSA (May 5, 2019) - Copthorne Hotel Riyadh, a five-star accommodation in the centre of Riyadh, has been announced as the winner of the Best Finance Performing Hotel and the Hotel of the Year awards. The announcement was made at the recently held Annual GM Summit by Millennium Hotels & Resorts for all its properties in the Middle East & Africa region. Attended by Kevork Deldelian, chief operating officer of Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA and General Managers from the group’s hotels & resorts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, the awards were announced during the 3 day annual summit organized to discuss the group’s strategic plans for 2019.  The Best Finance ......read more

With four restaurants showcasing true Arabian hospitality Makkah, KSA, 2 May, 2018:   Makkah Millennium Hotel and Towers, the luxury hotel serving the pilgrims coming to Makkah and located directly over the Holy Haram Piazza which makes the best and easiest arrival experience, will be unfolding Arabic traditions and culture during the Holy Month of Ramadan by offering a number of dining options and additional services for families and friends. With four dining venues located across the hotel and towers, diners can enjoy a large selection of traditional Ramadan delicacies inspired by local and international cuisines, as well as a wide variety of delectable gourmet desserts for both Iftar and Suhoor. The famed Lagenda, Al Noor, Al Fayhaa and Al Andalus restaurants, catering for up to 280, 300, 275 and 170 guests ......read more

Partnership will give Seera Group access to IHG’s global portfolio of over 5,600 hotels Saudi, 28 April 2019: IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a global partnership agreement with Seera Group, the largest travel and tourism company in the Middle East with a prominent local, regional and international presence. The significant direct connectivity distribution agreement, which was announced at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2019, will provide Seera Group (formerly Al Tayyar Travel Group) with access to IHG’s current global portfolio of 15 brands and over 5600 hotels, in more than 100 countries, for the leisure travel category.  Seera Group will also have access to automated real-time pricing and inventory across IHG’s portfolio. Commenting ......read more

 The commitment includes producing the industry’s Leading Edge Digitally Embedded Power Generation Technology in the Kingdom   Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 25 April, 2019:  MHPS Saudi Arabia, Co., a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd. (MHPS), today announced the launch of the MHPS National Program for Saudi Arabia, heralding a pivotal moment for both the energy and manufacturing sectors in Saudi Arabia.  While MHPS has been a long-term partner in the energy sector in KSA, the National Program, already a year in development, will see MHPS move forward with the creation of manufacturing facilities to build the world’s most efficient and reliable gas turbines here in the Kingdom.   Developed to be in close alignment with Vision 2030 and Saudi Aramco’s In Kingdom ......read more

Guests enjoyed a rich spread of local and international dishes Riyadh, KSA - April 25, 2019:  Copthorne Hotel Riyadh, a five-star accommodation in the centre of Riyadh, recently celebrated its Annual Corporate Appreciation Party by hosting a sumptuous dinner at Brewstars Terrace. Guests enjoyed a rich spread of local and international dishes specially prepared by Copthorne Hotel Riyadh’s best chef for the dinner reception which was attended by a number of corporate sector representatives of Riyadh market, who are the hotel’s supportive partners. Speaking at the occasion, Ayman Sallam, General Manager said, “It is our great pleasure to host such a lovely evening to honour our incredible partners who have supported us throughout the year 2018. We aim to continuously foster a strong business relationship for ......read more