Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro participated in WTM Latin America with a stand to promote beach and mountain destinations as well as historical and cultural tours. After getting domestic visitors back, it now aims to boost international arrivals.
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One of the attractions of the Arab country at WTM Latin America is the desert nature in travel packages that also include Mediterranean beaches and historical and cultural landmarks.
Tourism board of the Arab country participates in WTM Latin America with ten companies offering packages to people interested in the pilgrimage tourism to the Holy Land.
Muslims celebrate the end of the holly month of Ramadan, “Eid Al-Fitr”. It is time of worshipping, festivity, and public holidays in the Arab World and Muslim countries.
Ministry of Justice numbers have been compiled by Fragomen, an immigration-centered consulting firm with offices in multiple countries. Most foreign halal industry workers in the country are from Bangladesh.
The city recorded an increase of 18% in arrivals of tourists in January and February compared to the same period last year, according to the local tourism authority.
The winners of the Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA) have been announced, including authors from Egypt and Tunisia.
The works were shortlisted in an art contest on the Tripoli Fair venue, designed by Brazil’s Oscar Niemeyer. Held by Brazil’s Embassy in Beirut and the Guimarães Rosa Institute – Beirut, the exhibit will run from April 12 to 27 at the Marsah gallery.
The art of Talli embroidery is passed down through the generations in the Gulf, but disinterest from young people is threatening its continuity. Talli was added to Unesco’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2022.
Brazilian nationals can enter international movie co-production projects by April 12 to apply for sector-specific funding under a call for entries.
A children’s play exploring traditional songs and games from northeast Brazil tells the story of a kid who gets lost from their parents and goes on an adventure through popular folklore.
Researchers and experts in the Arab universe speak this week on the Instagram page of Marcia Dib, who holds a master’s degre in Arab culture. Livestreams will take place through Friday (29) in celebration of the Brazilian Arab Community Day.
On the Brazilian Arab Community Day, ANBA brings an interview with Denise Jafet, chairwoman of the Ladies Deliberative Council of São Paulo’s Hospital Sírio-Libanês. The Arab-women founded healthcare facility has had its establishment, administration and success associated with women’s leadership.
The Immigration Museum in São Paulo will have a program with Arab food tasting, a chat about the Arab press in Brazil, and a visit to its reserve collection featuring rare journals and magazines.
