A study from the Brazilian Forum of Hotel Operators (FOHB), released by the Ministry of Tourism, estimates that the country will have 630 new hotels in the next six years.
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An online blog launched by Lebanon’s Institute for Palestine Studies features exposés on issues such as human rights, the fallout from conflict and other topics. Art and culture are also in the spotlight.
Journalist Wilma Ary has organized a book of manuscripts by Britain’s Miriam Pease Bo Sauder, who lived in the Arab country during World War I. The book was launched at a Lebanese fair this month.
Five recent productions from the country will be screened on the 30th and 31st at the Alliance Française auditorium, in the Asa Sul area. The Tunisian ambassador believes culture is a counterpoint to terrorism.
Beatriz Le Senechal won the Official Jury and Popular Jury awards in the cinema contest promoted by the Arab Chamber and Icarabe. Bruno Rafael da Silva took home the Young Filmmakers award.
A reception at Esporte Clube Sírio marked Arab Community Day in Brazil. Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce president Marcelo Sallum discussed the history of 25th of March Street.
In the celebration of the Arab immigration, the winners of the film contest ‘The Arabs and the March 25th Street’ will be announced. Four finalists were nominated for the Popular Jury award.
This portion of Downtown São Paulo, known for retail, once had a quay, was a merchandise distribution hub and home to the Arab community. Now, it’s also home to many Chinese-owned shops.
March 25th is Arab Community Day. The Arab Chamber will mark the date by hosting a party and presenting prizes to the winners of the film contest it held alongside Icarabe, the Institute of Arab Culture.
Atentaddo VE has won an Arabian horses-only race last Monday evening at São Paulo’s Jockey Club. The horse had come out the victor in last year’s race as well.
The country already hosted the 2009 and 2010 editions of the tournament and now was chosen again by Fifa. The last two editions occurred in Morocco.
Theatrical play ‘Lebanese Letters’ premieres this Friday telling the story of character Miguel Mahfouz, who relocated from Lebanon to Brazil in 1914. The script is based on accounts given by actual immigrants.
Fair promotes deals between tour operators and travel agents. Abu Dhabi, Egypt, Morocco, Jordan and Emirates Airlines already confirmed attendance.
From May 15th onwards, transit, business and tourism visas will no longer be issued in national airports. Brazilian citizens must apply beforehand at the embassy or the consulate.
