Scholarships and jobs set for Saudi tourism students

Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTNH) Chairman Prince Sultan bin Salman is introducing a new program in coordination with the minister of education. It will be administered through a parallel program targeting students in Saudi universities to develop scientific training routes and link them with colleges, investment and economic paths to generate employment opportunities.

At a recent meeting of the advisory board of the Faculty of Tourism and Antiquities at King Saud University, Prince Sultan stressed the importance of activating the role of the board to achieve the goal of providing employment opportunities for graduates of the college and to overcome any difficulties facing it.

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75 international hotels in the Kingdom soon - Saudi Gazette

RIYADH — International hotelier companies are expected to enter the Saudi market during the coming four years to build or operate about 75 hotels, a senior official of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH) has said.

“The commission has paved the way for the arrival of these international companies through the organization and development of the hotel industry in the Kingdom,” said Salah Al-Bakheet Al-Talib, deputy chairman of the commission.

Local daily Al-Jazirah on Wednesday quoted Talib as saying that the entry of international hotel operators in the Kingdom would raise the quality of the market, enrich variety and expand available choices that would cater to the needs of tourists and visitors.

 He revealed that Schweppes, the famous hotel company, will enter the Kingdom with 40-50 hotels to be distributed among various regions. The company owns and operates major hotels in the world.

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Halal tourism spending to reach $200b by 2020 - Saudi Gazette

 Halal tourism numbers are expected to hit 150 million in traveler’s volume and collectively spend an estimated $200 billion by 2020, revealed “Halal Travel 2016 report conducted by UK-based research firm Context Consulting and commissioned by Amadeus, and presented at Dubai’s Arabian Travel Market. 

The study gives an insight into the current needs and future expectations of this travel group whose importance is growing globally.

The Amadeus report on Halal travelers highlights three core themes that span the key drivers of travel: cultural experiences, accommodation needs, and activity preferences. These are the components of the themes.......

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Saudi youth excited at recreation commission - Saudi Gazette

JEDDAH — Saudi youth took to social media to express their excitement at the royal decree for the establishment of the general commission for recreation.
Although the commission has not announced any plans yet, the youth have started suggesting ideas and proposing what they want.

Abeer, a Saudi woman, wished to have more playgrounds and more places for Saudi youth to practice their hobbies.

Nasser Algassabi said on twitter that entertainment is not luxury, it is a vital cultural project.

“It is not only consumers who were excited at the news. Artists, producers, directors and others working in the entertainment business are thrilled to finally have a platform which supports their work,” said a source.......

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Post Umrah, pilgrims can now don tourist hats | Arab News

 IYADH: Post-Umrah program, a key part of ‘The Kingdom Is Destination of Muslims’ initiative, was launched on Sunday by Prince Sultan bin Salman, president of Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTNH).

He said the program aims at enabling Umrah performers to see the country’s landmarks, historical sites, tourist attractions and shopping centers.


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Riyadh Travel Expo - Saudi Gazette

ASAS Exhibitions — organizer of the annual Riyadh Travel Fair — has inaugurated the 2016 edition of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s biggest travel and tourism exhibition recently.

The Riyadh Travel Fair is held in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s capital at Al Faisaliah Tower, and was inaugurated by Omar Bahlaiwa, Secretary General of the Council of Saudi Chambers.

The annual event now in its eighth year is being held from April 12-15 with over 250 exhibitors from 55 different countries.

Bander’ Algryni, general manager ASAS Exhibitions, said: “The 2016 edition is largest Riyadh Travel Fair to date whereby 250 exhibitors from Tourism Boards, Airlines, Tour Operators and Hotels from 55 countries will have an opportunity to outreach Saudia Arabia’s tourism industry.



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For expatriates, desert excursions a chance to explore Kingdom - Saudi Gazette

A large number of Western and Asian expatriates in the Kingdom regularly embark on desert expeditions during the winter and spring months to get a taste of desert life. Taking trips through domestic tour operators or as part of a private group, expatriates camp in desert areas often for days at a time as a means of escaping the hustle and bustle of city life in the serene desert lifestyle, Al-Riyadh daily reports.
David A., an Englishman who works in the Kingdom, said he fell in love with desert excursions and camping ever since he took his first desert trip with friends near Riyadh.

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Presentation on Turkey - students work

This is Malik Alameri .  His presentation was about Turkey. Malik is a TVTC technical college graduate. He is the winner of the A2 levels. Winner of the presentation contest for A2 levels.2015-2016 Semester one.

We learn by sharing. 

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Malik Alameri - Jeddah TVTC English program - presentation on Turkey - YouTube

Hani Laban representing Hotel and tourism college gave this presentation

Published on Jun 10, 2015

 Hani Laban graduated from Hotel and tourism college in Makkah . The title  for his  presentation was service recovery.

 This presentation was his  final in the TVTC Intensive English program. students have prepared for this contest from term one. we thank all the teachers for their coaching and all the students who worked hard for this contest.

The winner for semester 2 2015 contest was Hani Laban in class C303. We also thank all the students who gave their final presentation in the TVTC presentation contest, they were all winners.

Tourism in Jizan - YouTube - Students work

We would like to share with you some our TVTC students work related to this blog subject.

Published on Jan 5, 2016

Mosa Jaafari is talking about the Pearl of the South. Jizan is a unique place to relax and enjoy nature. It is also distinguished by the generosity and hospitality of its people, who will welcome you to enjoy their nature, the culture and the beauty of Jizan and its surrounding areas.

This project is shared by Jizan TVTC English program.

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Tourism in Jizan - YouTube