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Time Out Abu Dhabi
6 days ago
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
Meet Jannah Burj Al Sarab Hotel, a hidden gem in the heart of Abu Dhabi
Looking for a luxe city break with a touch of traditional Arabian hospitality? You'll find just that – and more – at Jannah Burj Al Sarab, a sleek 5-star hotel in the beating heart of Abu Dhabi. This modern city hotel is the kind of place where comfort meets convenience. Whether you're checking in for business or leisure (or a bit of both), you'll be treated to spacious rooms that range from elegant Deluxe Rooms to expansive Penthouse Suites. Think plush bedding, smart TVs, and lightning-fast Wi-Fi – everything you need to unwind or power through a workday. Up for a swim with a view? Head to the rooftop pool. Or recharge in the fully equipped gym and sauna. Feeling peckish? The 24-hour restaurant serves up a wide spread of international flavours, perfect for late-night cravings or early breakfast runs. The location is a real winner. Close to Yas Island, Saadiyat Island, the Corniche, and key business hubs, it puts the best of Abu Dhabi right on your doorstep. Bonus: it's right across from the brand's newest property, Jannah Executive Hotel Apartments, so you're in good company. Jannah Burj Al Sarab isn't just about comfort—it's about culture too. The hotel pays homage to the warm, welcoming spirit of Bedouin hospitality, a signature of the Jannah brand across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Ras Al Khaimah. Bottom line? If you're after a stay that blends five-star flair with heartfelt service and unbeatable access to the capital's top spots, Jannah Burj Al Sarab should be at the top of your list.
Zawya
01-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jannah Hotels & Resorts showcases strategic growth and vision at Arabian Travel Market 2025
Dubai, UAE – Jannah Hotels & Resorts proudly marks its presence at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, reaffirming its position as one of the UAE's premier homegrown hospitality brands. With its corporate team on-site, Jannah is actively engaging with existing and potential partners while showcasing its recent milestones, growing portfolio, and ambitious vision for regional and international expansion. A highlight of this year's participation is the successful debut of Jannah Executive Hotel Apartments (JEHA) in Abu Dhabi. Launched earlier this year, JEHA has quickly established itself as a standout property in the capital, achieving occupancy rates of over 80% in its first month and exceeding 89% in March and April. This strong performance underscores the market's demand for high-quality serviced apartments and Jannah's proven ability to deliver successful launches. As part of its future-forward strategy, Jannah Hotels & Resorts is actively diversifying its audience by targeting key emerging markets such as Poland, Italy, Spain, South Korea, the Czech Republic, and China. These efforts aim to attract a broader spectrum of international travelers throughout the summer and winter 2025–2026 seasons. 'Our expansion into new markets reflects a broader shift in how global travelers are choosing destinations today,' said Julio Rafael, Director of Marketing and Communications at Jannah Hotels & Resorts. 'We're excited to tap into these emerging regions and are aligning our brand to meet evolving expectations, not just through geographic growth, but also by enhancing the overall guest experience through thoughtful design upgrades and modern hospitality solutions.' Building on this momentum, Jannah is exploring the addition of a new property in Abu Dhabi later this year and plans to enter the Saudi market in 2026 with two new hotel openings, further solidifying its regional footprint. Complementing these expansion plans is the development of a holiday home and short-term vacation rental division in the UAE, catering to the rising demand for flexible, experience-led accommodations. To ensure its current offerings continue to resonate with today's travelers, the brand is investing in the revamp and modernization of its Dubai Marina properties and Jannah RAK, introducing refreshed interiors and elevated aesthetics. These updates are designed to bring a contemporary global touch while preserving the brand's Bedouin-inspired roots and identity. 'Our presence at ATM 2025 reflects not only the momentum we've built over the past year but also our forward-thinking vision for the future,' said Ossama Charrouf – Head of Commercial and Development at Jannah Hotels & Resorts. 'We look forward to forming new partnerships, deepening existing collaborations, and continuing to deliver authentic, memorable experiences that celebrate the heritage and spirit of the region.' With an eye on innovation and a deep commitment to meaningful hospitality, Jannah Hotels & Resorts is poised to lead the next chapter of growth within the UAE and beyond.
New Paper
26-04-2025
- Business
- New Paper
Credit counselling agencies see more scam victims in Singapore incurring debt
When a woman whom Ali (not his real name) liked asked him to help with her part-time job, he thought he had a chance at romance. Instead, his savings were wiped out, and he is more than $25,000 in debt. Scam victims in Singapore lost a record $1.1 billion in 2024. Some victims, like Ali, do not just lose their savings, but incur mountains of debt as they try to address these losses. Non-profit organisation Credit Counselling Singapore (CCS), which typically helps people with business and credit card debt, has seen more than 200 scam victims since they started recording such cases in 2023. CCS general manager Tan Huey Min said the number of cases is rising. With 33 such victims in the first quarter of 2025 alone, there could be more than 130 cases in 2025, up from 106 in 2024, she said. Ms Tan said these victims usually fall for investment scams, where they are told to invest in schemes before they can withdraw their capital and profits. She added: "When they see their money going in and not coming out, the victim will find more money to pump in, and that's how they get into trouble." The Financial Industry Disputes Resolution Centre (Fidrec), which helps consumers resolve disputes with financial institutions, saw a rise in scam-related disputes from 325 cases in 2022 to 879 in 2024. About 3 per cent of such cases annually involve victims who incur debt with financial institutions, either by borrowing money during the scam, or by scammers taking loans in their name without their knowledge. Debt trap Ali, 40, had accepted a Facebook friend request from a woman named "Jannah" on March 30, the day before Hari Raya. The delivery driver, who is single, texted her daily. Despite never having seen her or hearing her voice, "we shared pictures of our meals, and she even said she wanted to taste my mum's cooking", said Ali. Then, "Jannah" - who claimed to be a Malaysian working in Singapore - asked Ali for financial help. All he had to do was to make "purchases" from a luxury fashion brand to boost the products' popularity by transferring money to various bank accounts. Ali was told to make "purchases" from a luxury fashion brand to boost the products' popularity, by transferring money to various bank accounts. ST PHOTO: KELVIN CHNG After one successful attempt where he earned a 10 per cent commission, Ali spent all of his $6,000 savings making more "purchases". When the platform claimed he had to complete more jobs to withdraw his commission, Ali panicked. He borrowed about $9,000 from a former colleague by lying he needed it for his home renovation. He also got more than $11,000 in cash advances from two banks, and almost $6,000 from two licensed moneylenders. When he still could not get his money back, Ali made a police report. Every month, Ali can set aside only $500 from his $2,500 income to pay off his debts. Listing the late charges and interest he would incur, Ali said: "I have no idea how to manage the coming months." Debt-laden scam victims can seek help from non-profit organisations such as CCS and AMP Singapore. The proportion of cases handled by AMP Singapore's Debt Advisory Centre (DAC) that were linked to scams grew from about 5 per cent in 2023 to 15 per cent in 2024. Mr Muhd Alamin Ab Majid, one of DAC's case officers, said the centre provides victims with psychological and emotional support, and guides them on legal options, such as making a police report. Apart from case management and counselling, DAC runs support groups, where clients can meet former debtors. CCS gives free weekly information talks to explain how to reasonably manage debt, and offers free individual consultation sessions. Debt-laden scam victims like Ali can seek help from various non-profit organisations such as CCS, and AMP Singapore. ST PHOTO: KELVIN CHNG Ms Tan said its counsellors calculate how much debtors can set aside monthly to pay off their debts. This may include cutting down on expenses, such as switching from private-hire rides to public transport. CCS then proposes the debt repayment plan to creditors, who will pause demands for repayment. But if debtors still cannot pay up, Ms Tan said one option is to file for bankruptcy. 'I skipped meals' An expatriate in his 40s who wanted to be known only as Mr V. J. had to repay $650,000 after falling for an investment scam in July 2024. Of this amount, $200,000 was borrowed from friends, while $450,000 was from banks. Selling his house in India was not enough. Mr V. J., who declined to reveal his job or income, said: "There were three months when I was skipping meals because I didn't have money." CCS negotiated with the banks to increase his loan period from two to five years. He also cut his monthly spending to about $1,000. Now, half of his salary goes into repaying loans. He has since cleared over 90 per cent of his debt. He said: "I could have said I'm bankrupt and just run away, but I took a loan. Whether I was cheated or not, I will pay." In cases where consumers lodge a complaint with Fidrec, they first give the financial institution 10 business days to resolve the matter directly. But if parties do not reach an agreement, Fidrec may help by facilitating mediation. A Fidrec spokesman said victims typically request financial institutions to waive all or part of their debts, or allow repayments through instalments. He added that the proportion of debt-laden scam victims who settled amicably during mediation rose significantly from 27 per cent in 2022 to 67 per cent in 2024. If all else fails, the victim can request adjudication - a process where an independent party issues a final decision. The spokesman said: "In cases where victims had voluntarily authorised the loan or failed to adequately safeguard their banking credentials, claims are often dismissed during adjudication." Ms Tan said: "If you need to borrow to pay your debts, you need to seek help. Because borrowing will not solve the problem. It will only grow bigger." Helplines
Khaleej Times
10-03-2025
- General
- Khaleej Times
Adopted orphan brings couple 'paradise' in war-ravaged Gaza
In their home in war-devastated Gaza City, Iman Farhat and her husband cherish the "paradise" brought by their newly-adopted baby, one of many orphans in the Palestinian territory after more than 15 months of fighting between Israel and Hamas. Wrapping five-month-old Jannah in a brightly coloured blanket, Farhat gently sang as she rocked her to sleep. "I chose Jannah just as she was," the new mother said smiling, explaining the couple simply wanted to adopt a young child without preference for gender or physical appearance. "Her name was Massa, and I officially changed her name from Massa to Jannah," which means "paradise" in Arabic, she added. Farhat, 45, and her husband Rami Al Arouqi, 47, adopted the well-behaved and chubby baby in January. "At first, we had mixed feelings of both joy and fear, because it is a huge responsibility and we had never had a child", said Arouqi, a Palestinian Authority employee. The couple already owned a cat. "The idea of adopting a child had crossed our minds, but it was cemented during the war" which "wiped out entire families and left only orphans", he added. In September, the United Nations children's fund, Unicef, estimated there were 19,000 children who were unaccompanied or separated from their parents in Gaza, Jonathan Crickx, Unicef's spokesman for the Palestinian territories, told AFP. Data for the number of adoptions in Gaza was not immediately available. The war sparked by Palestinian militant group Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel left more than 69 per cent of Gaza's buildings damaged or destroyed, displaced almost the entire population and triggered widespread hunger, according to the United Nations. Life 'turned upside down' Hamas's attack resulted in the deaths of 1,218 people on the Israeli side, most of them civilians, according to official figures. Israel's retaliatory military offensive has killed at least 48,446 people in Gaza, the majority of them civilians, according to the Hamas-run territory's health ministry. The UN considers these figures reliable. Farhat and her husband said that before Jannah's adoption, she was taken care of by the SOS Children's Villages — an international NGO which looks after children in need. After the NGO's premises in the southern Gaza city of Rafah were destroyed in the war, the organisation had to move to nearby Khan Younis where "they could not house all the children in buildings, so they set up tents for them", Farhat said. Her husband Arouqi told AFP that another motive for adopting a child came from the idea that "Palestinians should stand by each other's side". "The whole world has abandoned and let us down, so we shouldn't let each other down," he added. Once the pair took Jannah home, "our life was turned upside down in a beautiful and pleasant way", he said. "Her name is Jannah and our world has truly become a paradise." A fragile truce took effect on January 19, largely halting the devastating fighting between Israel and Hamas Palestinian militants. The ceasefire's first phase ended last weekend. While Israel has said it wants to extend the first phase until mid-April, Hamas has insisted on a transition to the deal's second phase, which should lead to a permanent end to the war.
Arab News
10-03-2025
- General
- Arab News
Adopted orphan brings couple ‘paradise' in war-ravaged Gaza
GAZA CITY: In their home in war-devastated Gaza City, Iman Farhat and her husband cherish the 'paradise' brought by their newly-adopted baby, one of many orphans in the Palestinian territory after more than 15 months of fighting between Israel and five-month-old Jannah in a brightly colored blanket, Farhat gently sang as she rocked her to sleep.'I chose Jannah just as she was,' the new mother said smiling, explaining the couple simply wanted to adopt a young child without preference for gender or physical appearance.'Her name was Massa, and I officially changed her name from Massa to Jannah,' which means 'paradise' in Arabic, she 45, and her husband Rami Al-Arouqi, 47, adopted the well-behaved and chubby baby in January.'At first, we had mixed feelings of both joy and fear, because it is a huge responsibility and we had never had a child,' said Arouqi, a Palestinian Authority couple already owned a cat.'The idea of adopting a child had crossed our minds, but it was cemented during the war' which 'wiped out entire families and left only orphans,' he September, the United Nations children's fund, UNICEF, estimated there were 19,000 children who were unaccompanied or separated from their parents in Gaza, Jonathan Crickx, UNICEF's spokesman for the Palestinian territories, told for the number of adoptions in Gaza was not immediately war sparked by Palestinian militant group Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel left more than 69 percent of Gaza's buildings damaged or destroyed, displaced almost the entire population and triggered widespread hunger, according to the United attack resulted in the deaths of 1,218 people on the Israeli side, most of them civilians, according to official retaliatory military offensive has killed at least 48,446 people in Gaza, the majority of them civilians, according to the Hamas-run territory's health ministry. The UN considers these figures and her husband said that before Jannah's adoption, she was taken care of by the SOS Children's Villages — an international NGO which looks after children in the NGO's premises in the southern Gaza city of Rafah were destroyed in the war, the organization had to move to nearby Khan Yunis where 'they could not house all the children in buildings, so they set up tents for them,' Farhat husband Arouqi told AFP that another motive for adopting a child came from the idea that 'Palestinians should stand by each other's side.''The whole world has abandoned and let us down, so we shouldn't let each other down,' he the pair took Jannah home, 'our life was turned upside down in a beautiful and pleasant way,' he said.'Her name is Jannah and our world has truly become a paradise.'A fragile truce took effect on January 19, largely halting the devastating fighting between Israel and Hamas Palestinian ceasefire's first phase ended last Israel has said it wants to extend the first phase until mid-April, Hamas has insisted on a transition to the deal's second phase, which should lead to a permanent end to the war.
