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Elaf Group’s opening of two new hotels in AlMadina Al Munawara to address high demand for rooms as peak pilgrimage seasonapproaches

Posted Sun 08 Jul 2012 10:56:45 am in News, Tourism & Hospitality | By Dubib.com News Desk


KSA government’s continuing efforts towardsstrengthening tourism industry is commendable, says Elaf’s Bin Mafouz

 

July 7, 2012

The Kingdom ofSaudi Arabia’s (KSA) accommodation and hospitality sector is reportedlywitnessing significant growth with occupancy rates already seeing a 130 percent increase. Industry experts have revealed that the numbers are expected torise as both the Hajj and Ummrah seasons are fast approaching. In addition, thesector’s vibrant growth can be widely attributed to the healthycompetition posed by leading international hotels present in the Kingdom, whohave all expressed readiness in welcoming tourists visiting the country,particularly those going on holy pilgrimage to Makkah and Madina. The expectedinflux of more tourists and visitors are complemented by the high numbers ofconfirmed bookings that were made through electronic services.

 

Aiming to meetthe demand for more rooms, the Elaf Group of Companies, has revealed theopening of the ‘Al Bustan’ and the ‘Al Nakheel,’ thecompany’s two new hotels, consisting of a total of 279 rooms, located inAl Madina Al Munawara. The hotels, which opened in April, are part of the ElafGroup’s strategic move towards expansion and also fall in line with theirthrust to play a major role in the Kingdom’s constant efforts to developand strengthen the tourism industry.

 

Ziyad BinMahfouz, President, Elaf Group of Companies, said, “The opening of thesetwo new hotels could not have come at a better time as these new facilities areexpected to help address the demand for more hotel rooms in Al Madina,especially now that the peak season for pilgrimage is fast approaching. Inaddition, the strategic locations of both the ‘Al Bustan’ and the‘Al Nakheel,’ combined with their distinctive features andofferings, will help cater to the various needs of those visiting Al Madina.The launching of these new hotels also complements the government’scontinuing initiative to promote tourism diversification and paralleldevelopment across all levels, including tourism for religious purposes.”

 

The Elaf GroupPresident lauded the Saudi government’s continuous efforts to boost thecountry’s tourism industry, which is ably reflected in the ongoingorganization of the country’s various tourism segments; the restructuringof tasks throughout the Kingdom and the continued investment in major projects,he concluded.



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