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Arab News
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Georgina Rodriguez jets to New York for Charlotte Tilbury launch
DUBAI: Riyadh-based Argentine model Georgina Rodriguez flew to New York this week to mark the launch of a new product by British cosmetics brand Charlotte Tilbury. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ Rodriguez also stars in a campaign for the brand, which she previewed on social media late last week. 'Super Nudes are my contour SUPER POWER! Had the most incredible time working on this campaign with @CharlotteTilbury! You need to try her new Super Nudes Contour System - it's like Shapewear for your face (sic),' the model captioned an Instagram post about the new contouring makeup product. A post shared by Georgina Rodríguez (@georginagio) Rodriguez then flew to New York to attend a launch event hosted by the brand before posing for photos in Times Square. Rodriguez, who moved to Saudi Arabia in 2023 alongside her longtime partner Cristiano Ronaldo, has been making headlines as of late with a number of advertising campaigns. Most recently, Ronaldo and Rodriguez appeared together in a new campaign for Saudi Arabia's luxury cruise line, Aroya Cruises. In the video, the pair exchange a lighthearted moment in Arabic, with Rodriguez saying 'yalla' after selecting the cruise on her phone and Ronaldo replying with a cheerful 'yalla,' meaning 'let's go.' The campaign then transitions into scenes of the couple exploring the cruise experience, showcasing panoramic sea views, luxurious interiors, and their private accommodation on board. She is also known for giving fans a peek into her life in Saudi Arabia through her Instagram account. One standout moment in April was a close-up photo highlighting her Arabic tattoo, which reads: 'Keep all evil away from us, Amen.' Rodriguez also shares snippets of her personal routine in Riyadh and recently shared a short video of herself practicing salsa dancing. 'Third salsa class in Riyadh,' she wrote in Spanish. The posts are part of her continued documentation of life in Saudi Arabia, where she lives with football star Ronaldo and their children. In addition to her lifestyle content and brand campaigns, Rodriguez has also taken part in humanitarian efforts in Saudi Arabia. Earlier this year, she visited the King Fahd National Centre for Children's Cancer to support young patients.


Trade Arabia
21-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Aroya Cruises launches Mediterranean season itineraries
Aroya Cruises has announced in a press release the launch of its inaugural Mediterranean itineraries set to begin in June 2025. Homeported in Galataport Istanbul, Aroya will sail to some of the region's most popular European cruise destinations, marking a major milestone in the cruise line's growth and regional expansion, reported SPA. The new itineraries, said the release, feature seven-night voyages to ports in Türkiye and Greece, blending iconic destinations with Aroya's Arabian inspired experience. Beginning on June 21, Aroya will sail to Bodrum, Marmaris, Kaş and Kuşadası, followed by additional stops in Athens, Mykonos and Crete later that month. In July, the itineraries expand to include Rhodes and İzmir, with Fethiye added in August. One of the new itineraries will be dedicated entirely to Turkish coastal cities, offering guests an immersive experience along the country's shoreline. The remaining sailings will blend stops in both Türkiye and Greece, with a particular emphasis on Bodrum and other iconic ports along the Turkish Riviera. Since its maiden voyage in December, Aroya Cruises has completed a successful inaugural season in the Red Sea, offering guests a remarkably Arabian experience rooted in Saudi hospitality. Aroya Cruises President Dr. Jörg Rudolph commented: 'Launching our Mediterranean season is a proud moment for Aroya Cruises, offering a new way to discover one of the world's most iconic cruise regions through an Arabian inspired experience. These itineraries reflect our commitment to delivering journeys rooted in Saudi culture, shaped by its values, and shared through the warmth and generosity that define the Aroya experience.'


Trade Arabia
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Trade Arabia
Saudi agency goes global with Aroya campaign featuring the Ronaldos
Social Clinic, a Saudi-born creative agency, said it has achieved a key milestone: leading the creative development and execution management of Aroya Cruises' new campaign, starring global icons Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez in their first-ever brand campaign together. Aroya Cruises, launched in June 2023, is a division of Cruise Saudi, a portfolio company of Saudi sovereign wealth fund PIF. The brand is part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 strategy, with the goal of transforming the kingdom into a leading global tourism destination. The campaign, titled 'Yalla Aroya Cruise,' takes a cinematic, playful approach - offering a glimpse into how Cristiano and Georgina turn a regular day at home into a spark of cruise excitement. From a sea view through the curtains to a coffee mug transformed by anticipation, the film captures the spirit of escapism in a fresh and modern way, said a statement from Social Clinic. A fully integrated creative and media agency in Riyadh and Jeddah, Social Clinic is . Known for its culturally attuned thinking and strategic-first approach, the agency partners with brands to create work that moves people and drives measurable impact. The Saudi creative agency was responsible for developing the creative platform, directing the narrative and tone of the campaign, managing production and post-production, and delivering the full communications rollout across digital and social platforms, as well as news and media channels. "This collaboration is a proud moment for Saudi creativity - two Saudi-born brands coming together to deliver a story on a global stage," remarked its CEO Rayyan Jamjoom. "Seeing Aroya Cruises and Social Clinic lead a campaign with two of the world's most recognized figures reflects the ambition and capability emerging from the kingdom's creative industry," he added. Turky Kari, the Executive Marketing Director at Aroya Cruises, said: "Our mission was to breathe life into Aroya as a brand that's not only aspirational and global, but truly one-of-a-kind."


Arab News
16-04-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Aroya to host first Saudi floating franchise expo
The National Franchise Committee, in partnership with Aroya Cruises, has finalized preparations for the first-of-its-kind floating exhibition dedicated to franchising. The initiative, led by the Federation of Saudi Chambers, was formalized through an agreement signed by Dr. Khalid Al-Ghamdi, chairman of the National Franchise Committee, and Alaa Tashkandi, general sales manager at Aroya Cruises. The International Floating Franchise Exhibition will take place aboard the luxurious Aroya cruise ship from May 5-8. The announcement came during a press conference held onboard the Aroya cruise in Jeddah, attended by various media representatives. The organizing committee unveiled details of the ship's facilities that will host the expo, including halls, theaters, meeting rooms, and other logistical preparations. Dr. Al-Ghamdi said that hosting the exhibition at sea symbolizes the global potential of Saudi brands, adding that the committee is working on a strategic initiative to accelerate the international expansion of Saudi franchises. Tashkandi said that Aroya Cruises is fully equipped to host major exhibitions and commercial events, offering world-class amenities that promise an exceptional and unique experience for global attendees. The Federation of Saudi Chambers, represented by the National Franchise Committee, had previously announced plans to organize the inaugural International Floating Franchise Exhibition from May 5–8, aboard the Aroya cruise ship in Jeddah.


Arab News
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Georgina Rodriguez shows off Arabic tattoo
DUBAI: Argentine model Georgina Rodriguez gave fans a peek into her life in Saudi Arabia this week through a series of Instagram stories. One standout moment was a close-up photo highlighting her Arabic tattoo, which reads: 'Keep all evil away from us, Amen.' For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ She included the same phrase in Arabic as a caption. In the photo, she also showed off a large emerald-cut diamond ring, a glittering watch and a crocodile-skin handbag. Later that afternoon, Rodriguez shared more family moments when she posted videos of stepson Cristiano Ronaldo Jr's football training with Al-Nassr's youth team. In one clip, captioned 'The best team,' the group was seen singing and cheering. Rodriguez also gave her followers a behind-the-scenes look at her personal routine in Riyadh, sharing a short video of herself practicing salsa dancing. 'Third salsa class in Riyadh,' she wrote in Spanish. The posts are part of her continued documentation of life in Saudi Arabia, where she lives with her partner, football star Cristiano Ronaldo, and their children. The couple recently appeared together in a new campaign for Saudi Arabia's luxury cruise line, Aroya Cruises. In the video, the pair exchange a lighthearted moment in Arabic. Rodriguez says 'yalla' — meaning 'let's go' — after selecting the cruise on her phone, and Ronaldo replies cheerfully 'yalla.' The scene then changes into scenes of the couple exploring the cruise experience, with panoramic sea views, luxurious interiors and their private accommodation. Both Ronaldo and Rodriguez shared the campaign on their social media profiles with the caption: 'Home isn't just a place — it's a feeling.' In addition to her lifestyle content and brand campaigns, Rodriguez has also taken part in humanitarian efforts in Saudi Arabia. Earlier this year, she visited the King Fahd National Centre for Children's Cancer to support young patients. She was joined by Monica Esteban, president of Spanish charity, the Juegaterapia Foundation, as they distributed Baby Pelones dolls featuring a scarf designed by Rodriguez. During her visit, the model hugged and spoke with the children and joined in their play with the dolls.