Tag: Bahrain
Swiss-Belsuites Admiral Juffair to begin operation mid 2019
Swiss-Belhotel International has signed a management agreement with HRR Properties W.L.L. for Swiss-Belsuites Admiral Juffair in Bahrain. Featuring 174 studios, 1- 2- and 3-bedroom suites and 3 penthouses) the hotel is expected to begin operations by mid-2019.
Bahrain goes to Berlin
While in Washington, defense ties were discussed between the US and his H.H.
Bahrain tops Middle East in economic freedom, twelfth worldwide
MANAMA, Bahrain - According to the annual index of economic freedom published by the Heritage Foundation and the Wall Street Journal, Bahrain remains the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region's most
Bahrain International Airport to expand capacity in 2013
MANAMA, Bahrain - The Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) announced plans to further expand Bahrain International Airport (BIA) in the coming year.
Bahrain to boost domestic food production
MANAMA, Bahrain - Bahrain will increase the percentage of its domestic food production from 20 to 60 percent of total annual food consumption by 2016.
Bahrain to host fourth race of 2013 Formula One Grand Prix...
MANAMA, Bahrain - The International Automobile Federation (FIA) announced Bahrain will host the fourth round of the 2013 Formula One Grand Prix on April 21, 2013.
Holiday Inn Express opens In Bahrain
MANAMA, Bahrain - Last week, the InterContinental Hotel Group opened its first Holiday Inn Express in Bahrain.
Bahrain experiences tourism boom
MANAMA, Bahrain - Bahrain hosted over 230,000 tourists in one week from August 16 – 22 during Eid celebration, according to the Ministry of Interior.
Bab Al Bahrain suq to become tourist-only area
Discussions could begin soon on a proposal to turn the Bab Al Bahrain suq into a tourist-only area.
Royal Caribbean and Costa Cruise Lines returning to Bahrain
MANAMA, Bahrain - In a move to capitalize on Bahrain's rapidly growing tourism market, Royal Caribbean and Costa Cruise Lines are said to be considering reopening routes to the island nation of Bahrai
Bahraini port named top facility in the Gulf
MANAMA, Bahrain - Shipping management company APM Terminals says Bahrain's Khalifa bin Salman Port is one of the most productive in the Gulf.
Bahrain Aviation Academy named top facility
MANAMA, Bahrain - The Middle East International Air Transport Association recognized Bahrain's Gulf Aviation Academy (GAA) as a top ten training center in the Middle East for 2012.
Gulf Air’s future hangs in the balance
(eTN) - Sources from Bahrain have confirmed that the Kingdom’s lower house of parliament has rejected a proposed bailout plan presented by the airline, worth $1.75 billion and referred the matter to
King of Bahrain approves constitutional amendments that empower elected representatives
MANAMA, Bahrain - In a ceremony today, Bahrain's King, His Majesty Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, accepted constitutional amendments that increased the power of Bahrain's elected parliament, as suggested d
Bahrain reaffirms commitment to religious freedom
MANAMA, Bahrain - Bahrain's King, His Majesty Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa, met with 16 Bahraini priests and ministers today and reaffirmed the country's commitment to religious freedom.
Bahrain launches first eKey System in Middle East
MANAMA, Bahrain - Last week at the Bahrain International eGovernment Forum, Bahrain launched the first-ever "eKey system" in the Middle East for providing secure access to citizens on government e-ser
Bahrain hopes for quick tourism sector recovery
After seeing tourist arrivals fall dramatically last year in the wake of the political unrest in the country, Bahrain is hoping that the return of the Formula One race will be a catalyst that will hel
Bahrain’s King welcomes National Commission progress report
MANAMA, Bahrain - Today, Bahrain's National Commission, charged with implementing the Bahrain Independent Commission of Inquiry's (BICI) recommendations, submitted a progress report to His Majesty Kin
Bahrain celebrates women’s contribution to society
MANAMA, Bahrain - As the world recognizes International Women's Day today, Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Supreme Council for Women (SCW) president and wife of His Majest
Bahrain to host international green technology forum
MANAMA, Bahrain - On March 12, Bahrain's Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife will open the 2012 Bahrain International Green Technology Exhibition with pa
Bahraini schools stress principles of human rights and tolerance
MANAMA, Bahrain - New educational programs in Bahrain's elementary schools will emphasize the principles of human rights and tolerance toward others through physical education games.
Bahrain needs to combat negative foreign media reports
A Tourism chief has called on Bahrain to step up its public relations war to combat foreign media reports, which he said were killing Bahrain's travel industry.
Bahrain: Arabia’s culture capital 2012
BAHRAIN (eTN) - When I traveled to Bahrain last month to attend the Bahrain International Air Show 2012, a bi-annual event which brings the world of aviation to the kingdom, there was, thankfully, tim
Gulf Air delays start of Juba flights
Following the shocking announcement that the recently-inaugurated route to Entebbe will be suspended on February 21, came further information to light from Juba, when it was confirmed that Gulf Air wi
Bahrain tourism opens tourist call center
MANAMA, Bahrain - As part of its efforts to provide better services and strengthen partnerships with the private sector, the Bahrain Ministry of Culture- Tourism Sector has launched its own call cente
