“The 16th International Forum for Tourism and Umrah” to strengthen relations and open new opportunities for potential Emirati clients

October 22, 2014 - “The 16th International Forum for Tourism and Umrah”, which will be held on 22^nd & 23^rd October 2014 at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel in Dubai, is looking to reinforce relations and open new opportunities in tourism for religious goals with potential tourists in the Middle East region, particularly local Emirati clients. The event is set to gather international corporate buyers and travel agencies from across the Gulf region to meet with regional and international suppliers. The event will feature talks and presentations from leading industry experts who will discuss key issues in tourism for religious goals while also sharing their insights on the latest travel industry trends like entertainment, education, sports and alternative tourism.

Anjum Hotel Makkah, the flagship hotel of the Saudi Arabian-based Abdul Latif Jameel Real Estate Investment Company, has revealed their participation at the forum. During the event, the company is looking towards sharing experiences and interacting with other industry players while also throwing the spotlight on its services and products—offering 1,743 rooms and suites for Emirati clients who are set to visit the Kingdom. Ahmad Sabry, General Manager, Anjum hotel Makkah, shared that they will be focused on promoting the hotel during their participation at the conference as part of the move to increase more awareness of the hotel’s key features—including its amenities and offered services—to the local UAE market. The Anjum team present at the event will emphasize on all aspects of the hotel’s services, proving true to their commitment of addressing all the needs of their visitors during their stay in the hotel.

Anjum Hotel Makkah offers a wide range of world class facilities and services for tourists visiting on religious purposes. The hotel operates a 24/7 dedicated guest centre that immediately responds and acts on guest requests. Anjum Hotel Makkah also has a ‘Manasek Desk’ that assists guests and helps enhance their religious experience. There is also a ‘Kid’s World’ section that caters to children aged three to seven. The hotel is equipped with 26 elevators that have been installed to address the heavy traffic during prayer times.

“Our main goal is to attract different target audiences in the UAE. During the forum, we will fully emphasize on our hotel’s five-star services as we know that the Emirati tourist as well as others deserves world-class services and amenities. At Anjum, we not only aim to satisfy our guests but also look towards exceeding their expectations, which leaves them with a truly unforgettable experience,” concluded Sabry.