WRITTEN BY CH. FAISAL MAHMOOD As we go to Press, we notice that our next communication with our readers would be in a post-election environment. Next Saturday ‘we, the people,’ will elect a new Parliament and new Provincial Assemblies. When asked whom we would vote for, we responded – secrecy of ballot notwithstanding – that our vote would go that political party which promises to adopt Tourism as a major instrument of its economic policy. Luckily this time 2/3 contesting political parties has Tourism in its manifesto or has given some weight enough for it to be noticed except, perhaps,…
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KARACHI: Seen here in the picture His Excellency Khairul Nazran Abd Rahman, Consul General of Malaysia, inaugurating ‘Study Malaysia Expo’ at a local hotel. Mr. Babar Bashir and Mr. Nasir Butt are also seen in the picture.
KARACHI: Seen here in the picture Muhammad Yahya Polani, Chairman Polani’s Group presenting a souvenir to Mr. Suhail Waraich, Anchorperson Geo TV. Haji Masood Parekh, Iqbal Nini, A.K. Memon, Rafiq Bashir and Riazuddin (Raju) are also seen in the picture.
KARACHI: With the title of ‘Pakistan Tourism Industry-Opportunities & Prospect’ Landmark Communications organized an event of panel discussion by the leading figures of the travel, hotel and tourism industry along with the Honorable Governor Sindh Mr. Muhammad Zubair at Governor House last week. [huge_it_slider id=”267″] The event focused on highlighting the immense tourism potential of Pakistan in light of the significant improvement in economy as well as law & order situation. Panelist included Mr. Ali Hamdani, CEO – Landmark Communications (pioneer of Pakistan Travel Mart), Mr. Muhammad Rafiq Khan, Chairman – Bukhari Group, Mr. Waqar Ali Khan, Secretary – Tourism,…
KARACHI: As part of officially welcoming and introducing Chef Mr. Kevin Jun, an experienced Chinese culinary artist who recently was appointed as the head Chef of Tai Pan restaurant, Pearl Continental Hotel hosted ‘Taste of China’ and presented guests with the ‘Chef Kevin Special’ Signature Dishes. [huge_it_slider id=”266″] The Taste of China theme was set to not only serve their guests with authentic and delectable cooking but also giving customers a cultural premise of the food they eat. A series of historic Chinese Cultural performances including an authentic Chinese tea presentation and two dance performances by Chinese women adorned in…
KARACHI: Last Week, on 17th July, The management of Avari Hotels International with the planning and supervision of Hotel General Manager Mr. Azeem Qureshi, hosted a dinner to honor, celebrate and give a warm welcome to Italian Consul General, Her Excellency Anna Ruffino at Beach Luxury Hotel Karachi. [huge_it_slider id=”265″] Whilst speaking with Holiday Weekly on the occasion Her Excellency said, “Along with being the business heart of Pakistan, Karachi is peaceful, vibrant and lovely city and I am thoroughly enjoying working here since March this year.” Furthermore she expressed her satisfaction over the law and order situation in the…
Some airlines are making nearly half their income from ancillary revenue rather than ticket sales. One ultra-low-cost carrier in the United States makes 47 per cent out of ”dynamic pricing” of seats, bags and bundled offers, according to new research. The top 10 ancillary earners among all airlines made $29.7 billion last year, 13 times what it was a decade ago. According to a Research by Idea Works Company, an airline consulting firm based in the US, says passenger fares may dip and climb but ancillary revenue has grown sharply in its contribution to the industry’s bottom line. US airlines…
ISLAMABAD: During 2017, 10476 foreign visitors were arrived in Pakistan on tourist visas to look around the popular destinations of the country. The tourism activities are regaining an upward momentum and international arrival has improved considerably. According to an official source, around 9161 visitors arrived in the country on tourist visa in the year 2016, 6474 in 2015, 5575 in 2014 and 10560 in the year 2013. The popular destinations for tourists were Gilgit Baltistan (Deosai Rama, Hunza, Atabad Lake), Chitral Valley, Swat valley, Kaghan valley and Murree and Galliat during the period which is determined through the business volume…
SINGAPORE: Princess Cruises has refurbished the 2,000-guest Sun Princess during a two-week refit in Singapore. The multi-million-pound enhancements include a redesigned youth centre, new premium staterooms and upgraded onboard shopping. Sun Princess is currently sailing in south-east Asia before returning to Australia for the 2019 winter season. Her itineraries begin on the western coast before transitioning to the eastern coast and New Zealand. Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises president, said: “South-east Asia, Australia and New Zealand have always had an allure for travellers and cruising is one of the best ways to explore them. “We are thrilled to provide guests sailing…
LAHORE: The Hashoo Foundation has begun its commitment to making Pakistan greener than ever! First Tree Plantation drive took place on 19th July at Askari 10 F sector in the presence of Station Commander Lahore Brigadier Babar and the generous donors of Kinnaird College Class of 79. With a variety of Sukh Chain and Kachnaar Trees, Askari 10 goes green from today. Other than that many members of the society joined the Hashoo Foundation including Youth organization, and Meem Foundation to support this noble cause. With a minimum donation of 5000 Trees Hashoo Foundation is all set to plant them…