Former UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The Best of Japan Shines Through in 2025 with Newly Announced Cruises and Cruisetours from Princess Cruises

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

SANTA CLARITA, Calif., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to increasing demand for cruises in Japan – one of the hottest trends in travel - Princess Cruises has released its 2025 Japan cruise season. The newly announced 2025 Japan cruise season offers travelers the wonders of this island nation where ancient traditions and modernity co-exist in harmony.

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  • The newly announced 2025 Japan cruise season offers travelers the wonders of this island nation where ancient traditions and modernity co-exist in harmony.
  • From ancient temples and storied castles to bustling markets and breathtaking gardens, cruisers experience the best of Japan with Princess in 2025 on 35 cruises ranging in length from seven- to 22-day.
  • "Japan is best experienced on a cruise, sailing around this scenic island nation taking in festivals, flowers, legendary sites and landscapes," said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president.
  • Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com .

Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) partners with luxury hotel operator GHM to develop The Chedi Hegra within the Hegra UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Monday, April 17, 2023

RCU has selected luxury hotel management company GHM to operate the hotel as The Chedi Hegra.

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  • RCU has selected luxury hotel management company GHM to operate the hotel as The Chedi Hegra.
  • RCU is building the hotel directly into several existing structures, including an old railway station and surrounding buildings, Hegra Fort, and others.
  • The vast majority of the UNESCO World Heritage Site will remain untouched by construction and carefully preserved by RCU to maintain the integrity of Hegra's incredible human and natural heritage.
  • As the first hotel within Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, we are committed to preserve the site's integrity while seamlessly integrating modern architecture and comforts.

Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) partners with luxury hotel operator GHM to develop The Chedi Hegra within the Hegra UNESCO World Heritage Site

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 17, 2023

RCU has selected luxury hotel management company GHM to operate the hotel as The Chedi Hegra.

Key Points: 
  • RCU has selected luxury hotel management company GHM to operate the hotel as The Chedi Hegra.
  • RCU is building the hotel directly into several existing structures, including an old railway station and surrounding buildings, Hegra Fort, and others.
  • The vast majority of the UNESCO World Heritage Site will remain untouched by construction and carefully preserved by RCU to maintain the integrity of Hegra's incredible human and natural heritage.
  • As the first hotel within Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, we are committed to preserve the site's integrity while seamlessly integrating modern architecture and comforts.

Jamaica Based Kaya Group Announces Expansion of Operations

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

KINGSTON, Jamaica and LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaya Group ("Kaya") or ("the Company") (OTC: NUGL), the first medicinal Ganja herb house in the Caribbean and holistic, wellness-focused ecosystem, announced today plans to expand its already profitable Jamaican operations. This marks an important milestone as the Company focuses on core revenue generating areas that have continued to grow year over year.

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  • KINGSTON, Jamaica and LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaya Group ("Kaya") or ("the Company") (OTC: NUGL), the first medicinal Ganja herb house in the Caribbean and holistic, wellness-focused ecosystem, announced today plans to expand its already profitable Jamaican operations.
  • Kaya Group will focus its resources on optimizing its operations in Jamaica with further expansion in our hospitality, cannabis, and psychedelic offerings, which have been well received by the local and tourist market.
  • The Jamaican operations of Kaya Group include Kaya Herb House premium retail locations in Kingston within the golden triangle and historic town of Falmouth, as well as its flagship retail complex , cultivation and processing operations in Ocho Rios.
  • "Mr. Vaswani continued, "These changes will provide Kaya Group and NUGL with a unique opportunity for operational synergies, capacity building, and diversified growth.

Lifestyle Brand CORE Named Title Sponsor of the Formula E 2023 CORE Diriyah E-Prix

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

The title sponsor of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship races in Saudi Arabia is Saudi lifestyle company CORE.

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  • The title sponsor of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship races in Saudi Arabia is Saudi lifestyle company CORE.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230123005853/en/
    The Formula E Grand Prix underway in 2022 in the historic city of Diriyah in Saudi Arabia.
  • “We’re absolutely delighted to confirm CORE will be the title partner for the up-coming 2023 CORE Diriyah E-Prix, that will host rounds two and three of Season 9 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship,” said Carlo Boutagy, Founder and CEO of CBX, official promoter of the 2023 CORE Diriyah E-Prix.
  • Currently operating CORE Social Wellness Clubs, CORE Food & Beverage, CORE Residences & CORE Adventure & Excursions.

Hoiana – The Place to Watch LIVE FOOTBALL Action

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

HOI AN, Vietnam, Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hoiana Resort & Golf is the destination to watch exhilarating Live Football games as they happen in Qatar from 20 November to 18 December.

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  • HOI AN, Vietnam, Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hoiana Resort & Golf is the destination to watch exhilarating Live Football games as they happen in Qatar from 20 November to 18 December.
  • For a drink on the house, be sure to Share & Win by striking a pose at our Football Fever attraction in the Hoiana Resort & Golf Lobby, and sharing your best Live Football shot on Instagram or Facebook.
  • Join the lively party atmosphere at The Garden & CHAM, where you can Buy 1 Bucket and Get 1 Free Mini Snack Set as you watch the live football matches.
  • Show your post to a Hoiana Premier Rewards representative to receive a free drink at Mt-Hai-Bar or The Garden during live football game times.

Hoiana Resort & Golf Wins “Best Golf Resort in Asia Pacific” and Hoiana Shores Golf Club Wins Multiple “Best Golf Course in Vietnam” Awards

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

HOI AN, Vietnam, Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hoiana Resort & Golf and Hoiana Shores Golf Club (Hoiana Shores) have garnered prestigious accolades from the recent Asian Golf Awards 2022 and Vietnam Golf and Leisure Awards 2022 events in Vietnam.

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  • HOI AN, Vietnam, Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hoiana Resort & Golf and Hoiana Shores Golf Club (Hoiana Shores) have garnered prestigious accolades from the recent Asian Golf Awards 2022 and Vietnam Golf and Leisure Awards 2022 events in Vietnam.
  • Highly regarded as the Oscars of the global golf club industry, the Asian Golf Awards honoured Hoiana Resort & Golf as the Best Golf Resort in Asia Pacific and awarded Hoiana Shores as the Best Golf Course in Vietnam this month.
  • In October, the Vietnam Golf & Leisure Awards ranked Hoiana Shores as the Best Golf Course in Vietnam and also among the Top 10 Best Courses in Vietnam.
  • Steven Wolstenholme, President and CEO of Hoiana Resort & Golf said of the awards: We are honoured that Hoiana Resort & Golf and Hoiana Shores Golf Club have received recognition from the prestigious Asian Golf Awards and the Vietnam Golf & Leisure Awards this year.

Dominica May Soon Be Welcoming More International Flights

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Thursday, December 16, 2021

LONDON, Dec. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Commonwealth of Dominica is in talks with Air Canada, United Airlines and Delta Airlines to expand direct flights into the country.

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  • LONDON, Dec. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Commonwealth of Dominica is in talks with Air Canada, United Airlines and Delta Airlines to expand direct flights into the country.
  • The news comes after American Airlines recently started a new nonstop flight between Miami International Airport (MIA) and Dominica's Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM).
  • Direct flights from North America mean that thousands of tourists can now visit the island without lengthy layovers.
  • Launched in 1993, the programme allows vetted foreign investors and their families to become citizens of Dominica after contributing to the island's economy.