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Visit Qatar Partners with Wego to Boost Traveler Engagement and Tourism

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, March 20, 2024

DUBAI, UAE, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), partnered with Visit Qatar to enrich traveler engagement and amplify the allure of Qatar's tourism offerings.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, UAE, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), partnered with Visit Qatar to enrich traveler engagement and amplify the allure of Qatar's tourism offerings.
  • This co-marketing collaboration seeks to leverage Wego's extensive reach and innovative marketing capabilities to drive more travelers to experience the wonders of Qatar.
  • "We are excited to join forces with Visit Qatar to promote Qatar as a must-visit destination for travelers," said Mamoun Hmedan, Chief Business Officer of Wego.
  • Wego and Visit Qatar are committed to providing travelers with unparalleled value and incentives to discover all that Qatar has to offer.

Visit Qatar Partners with Wego to Boost Traveler Engagement and Tourism

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, March 20, 2024

DUBAI, UAE, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), partnered with Visit Qatar to enrich traveler engagement and amplify the allure of Qatar's tourism offerings.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, UAE, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), partnered with Visit Qatar to enrich traveler engagement and amplify the allure of Qatar's tourism offerings.
  • This co-marketing collaboration seeks to leverage Wego's extensive reach and innovative marketing capabilities to drive more travelers to experience the wonders of Qatar.
  • "We are excited to join forces with Visit Qatar to promote Qatar as a must-visit destination for travelers," said Mamoun Hmedan, Chief Business Officer of Wego.
  • Wego and Visit Qatar are committed to providing travelers with unparalleled value and incentives to discover all that Qatar has to offer.

Qatar-Indonesia 2023 Year of Culture Wraps Up, Leaves Lasting Legacy of Cooperation Across Travel, Tourism and Creative Industries

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Years of Culture is an annual partnership between Qatar and other nations that gives people an opportunity to explore each other's way of life, traditions, and achievements.

Key Points: 
  • Years of Culture is an annual partnership between Qatar and other nations that gives people an opportunity to explore each other's way of life, traditions, and achievements.
  • To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:
    "Years of Culture believes that creative industries, social development, innovation, and cultural heritage are all cultural elements that shape the character of a nation and form the basis of Years of Culture programming.
  • Hands-on workshops brought Indonesian craftspeople to Qatar, showcasing expertise in batik-making, straw-puppet-making, pottery, and the Tari Merak traditional dance.
  • The success of the Qatar-Indonesia 2023 Year of Culture serves as a testament to the power of cultural exchange and collaboration.

Qatar-Indonesia 2023 Year of Culture Wraps Up, Leaves Lasting Legacy of Cooperation Across Travel, Tourism and Creative Industries

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Years of Culture is an annual partnership between Qatar and other nations that gives people an opportunity to explore each other's way of life, traditions, and achievements.

Key Points: 
  • Years of Culture is an annual partnership between Qatar and other nations that gives people an opportunity to explore each other's way of life, traditions, and achievements.
  • To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:
    "Years of Culture believes that creative industries, social development, innovation, and cultural heritage are all cultural elements that shape the character of a nation and form the basis of Years of Culture programming.
  • Hands-on workshops brought Indonesian craftspeople to Qatar, showcasing expertise in batik-making, straw-puppet-making, pottery, and the Tari Merak traditional dance.
  • The success of the Qatar-Indonesia 2023 Year of Culture serves as a testament to the power of cultural exchange and collaboration.

Hawai‘i Community Foundation Through Generosity of Our Donors Commits $1 Million to Support Maui Residents Affected by the Devastating Maui Wildfires

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, August 10, 2023

The Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF), with the generosity of donors, has activated its Maui Strong Fund with $1 million in commitments to support residents affected by the Maui wildfires.

Key Points: 
  • The Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF), with the generosity of donors, has activated its Maui Strong Fund with $1 million in commitments to support residents affected by the Maui wildfires.
  • “The Maui Strong Fund will provide resources that can be deployed quickly, with a focus on relief and recovery for the devastating wildfires that are still taking place on Maui.
  • “We appreciate HCF leaning in and providing a way for people to support Maui families affected by the wildfires.
  • To send a check, please make it payable to “Hawai‘i Community Foundation” and write Maui Strong Fund in the memo and mail it to:

Qatar and Indonesia to Join in Yearlong Creative Exchange in 2023 through Qatar Museums' Years of Culture Initiative

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 13, 2023

DOHA, Qatar, March 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Qatar Museums (QM) today announced the program for the Qatar-Indonesia 2023 Year of Culture, which will feature a host of performances, exhibitions, sporting and culinary events, photography projects, residency and volunteer programs, and more. Inaugurated in 2012 by QM Chairperson Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Years of Culture initiative is an annual bilateral exchange that deepens the understanding between Qatar and another nation and its people through a year of cultural programming.

Key Points: 
  • We look forward to an exciting year of cultural exchanges, in which we both continue to develop our burgeoning creative and cultural industries."
  • His Excellency Indonesian Ambassador to Qatar Ridwan Hassan said, "Indonesia and Qatar have enjoyed excellent relations based on common faith and mutual interests.
  • Indonesia welcomes the opportunity to celebrate our robust partnership with Qatar through the Qatar-Indonesia 2023 Year of Culture."
  • An exhibition of photographs by the participants will be presented in Qatar and Indonesia later in the year.

Qatar and Indonesia to Join in Yearlong Creative Exchange in 2023 through Qatar Museums' Years of Culture Initiative

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 13, 2023

DOHA, Qatar, March 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Qatar Museums (QM) today announced the program for the Qatar-Indonesia 2023 Year of Culture, which will feature a host of performances, exhibitions, sporting and culinary events, photography projects, residency and volunteer programs, and more. Inaugurated in 2012 by QM Chairperson Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Years of Culture initiative is an annual bilateral exchange that deepens the understanding between Qatar and another nation and its people through a year of cultural programming.

Key Points: 
  • We look forward to an exciting year of cultural exchanges, in which we both continue to develop our burgeoning creative and cultural industries."
  • His Excellency Indonesian Ambassador to Qatar Ridwan Hassan said, "Indonesia and Qatar have enjoyed excellent relations based on common faith and mutual interests.
  • Indonesia welcomes the opportunity to celebrate our robust partnership with Qatar through the Qatar-Indonesia 2023 Year of Culture."
  • An exhibition of photographs by the participants will be presented in Qatar and Indonesia later in the year.

London's Apollo Art Auctions to Host March 12 and 15 Sales of Expertly Curated Ancient and Cultural Art, Antiquities, Coins and Islamic Art

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, March 9, 2023

LONDON, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As any collector of fine objects would attest, you can never have too much of a good thing. London's premier source for exquisite ancient and cultural art, Apollo Art Auctions, agrees with that sentiment, which is why they've organized two separate and distinct gallery sales in mid-March to accommodate an abundance of recently consigned treasures.

Key Points: 
  • The first sale, on March 12, is a 553-lot offering titled Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins.
  • Following closely on March 15 is a magnificent 339-lot selection of Islamic Art.
  • The opening session encompasses a broad range of art and artifacts from Classical Europe, Egypt and the Near East, India and China.
  • The catalogue is divided into sections specifically devoted to Classical and Egyptian antiquities; coins, medieval works of art, and Asian works of art.

"No Football. No Worries." Andrea Pirlo Fronts Latest Qatar Tourism Campaign

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 17, 2022

DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Legendary Italian footballer Andrea Pirlo stars in a new global campaign by Qatar Tourism titled "No Football.

Key Points: 
  • DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Legendary Italian footballer Andrea Pirlo stars in a new global campaign by Qatar Tourism titled "No Football.
  • Italian football legend Andrea Pirlo said: "I have really enjoyed exploring Qatar.
  • The campaign forms part of Qatar Tourism's new global brand platform, "Feel More in Qatar", which focuses on the family-friendly activities and experiences on offer in Qatar.
  • Through our network of international offices in priority markets, and cutting-edge digital platforms, Qatar Tourism is expanding Qatar's presence globally and enhancing the tourism sector.

"No Football. No Worries." Andrea Pirlo Fronts Latest Qatar Tourism Campaign

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 17, 2022

DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Legendary Italian footballer Andrea Pirlo stars in a new global campaign by Qatar Tourism titled "No Football.

Key Points: 
  • DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Legendary Italian footballer Andrea Pirlo stars in a new global campaign by Qatar Tourism titled "No Football.
  • Italian football legend Andrea Pirlo said: "I have really enjoyed exploring Qatar.
  • The campaign forms part of Qatar Tourism's new global brand platform, "Feel More in Qatar", which focuses on the family-friendly activities and experiences on offer in Qatar.
  • Through our network of international offices in priority markets, and cutting-edge digital platforms, Qatar Tourism is expanding Qatar's presence globally and enhancing the tourism sector.