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Al Bawaba
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
The Land of Legends Opens 2025 Season for A Legendary Family Summer in Antalya
As Turkiye's tourism sector surges toward new highs, The Land of Legends is preparing to welcome 2025's summer visitors to its entertainment, hotel, and lifestyle complex in Antalya. Known for combining creative design with family-focused hospitality, the resort enters the season with an expanded range of experiences and a focus on international travellers. The launch comes amid a promising backdrop for the tourism industry. In 2024, Türkiye hosted 52.63 million visitors, surpassing its previous record of 49.2 million in 2023. January 2025 alone saw 2.17 million foreign entries, the highest ever for that month. Looking ahead, the government forecasts 64 million visitors in 2025 and projects tourism revenue of US$ 63.6 billion, following a year in which revenue rose by 8.3% to US$ 61.1 billion. With strong momentum behind it, Antalya—one of Turkiye's most popular destinations—is expected to play a central role. At its heart, The Land of Legends offers a comprehensive tourism experience that appeals to both domestic and international families. A multi-experience destination offering unforgettable moments The Land of Legends Theme Park offers a full day of rides and entertainment for all ages. Thrill-seekers can head to Adventure Land with its Hyper Coaster, or Tropic Lagoon, where the Turtle Coaster winds over water. Aqua Land features dynamic attractions like Wave Shock, a large wave pool. Younger guests can explore Nickelodeon Land, home to themed zones such as Adventure Bay, Bikini Bottom, and Wild Galaxy, featuring favourites like SpongeBob SquarePants, PAW Patrol, and Star Trek™. 'We continue to build on our core idea of creating unforgettable moments for families by combining imagination, comfort, and accessibility,' said Semih Elbaba, Managing Director of The Land of Legends Themed hospitality for families with an all-day offering Reflecting its 'family-first' concept, the flagship Kingdom Hotel, Turkiye's first hotel designed entirely for children, features brightly themed rooms, child-friendly amenities, and access to Nickelodeon Land included for all guests. A new addition, Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Antalya, offers suites inspired by Nickelodeon's most recognisable franchises. Families can stay in themed rooms dedicated to Dora the Explorer, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more, while enjoying spa facilities, themed pools, Club Nick kids' club, and a variety of dining venues. The destination's Shopping Avenue combines retail, dining, and evening entertainment. With global fashion brands, open-air restaurants, and nightly shows, the area is designed to extend the guest experience into the evening and appeal to visitors of all ages. This all-day offering aligns with Turkiye's efforts to lengthen tourist stays and increase per capita spending—both key drivers in the country's recent tourism growth. Focusing on meaningful experiences over conventional tourism offerings As The Land of Legends opens the 2025 season, it joins a wider national trend of expanding family tourism infrastructure and character-branded hospitality. According to resort representatives, future plans include new interactive zones and further integrations between entertainment, hospitality, and storytelling. 'Our goal is to redefine family holidays through a concept that combines storytelling, high-quality service, and inclusive fun,' the Semih Elbaba added. With tourist numbers rising, The Land of Legends positions itself not just as an attraction, but as a flagship example of how Türkiye is evolving its tourism offer—balancing creative leisure with international hospitality standards. For more information, visit:
Associated Press
12-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
The Land of Legends Opens 2025 Season for a Legendary Family Summer in Antalya
As Türkiye's tourism industry enters a record-setting year, The Land of Legends opens its 2025 summer season with new family-oriented offerings in Antalya. Prioritizing experiences over traditional holiday packages, the resort blends themed entertainment, accommodation, and retail into one integrated destination. Antalya, Turkey--(Newsfile Corp. - May 12, 2025) - As Turkiye's tourism sector surges toward new highs, The Land of Legends is preparing to welcome 2025's summer visitors to its entertainment, hotel, and lifestyle complex in Antalya. Known for combining creative design with family-focused hospitality, the resort enters the season with an expanded range of experiences and a focus on international travellers. [ This image cannot be displayed. Please visit the source: ] The Land of Legends Opens 2025 Season for A Legendary Family Summer in Antalya To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: The launch comes amid a promising backdrop for the tourism industry. In 2024, Türkiye hosted 52.63 million visitors, surpassing its previous record of 49.2 million in 2023. January 2025 alone saw 2.17 million foreign entries, the highest ever for that month. Looking ahead, the government forecasts 64 million visitors in 2025 and projects tourism revenue of US$ 63.6 billion, following a year in which revenue rose by 8.3% to US$ 61.1 billion. With strong momentum behind it, Antalya—one of Turkiye's most popular destinations—is expected to play a central role. At its heart, The Land of Legends offers a comprehensive tourism experience that appeals to both domestic and international families. A multi-experience destination offering unforgettable moments The Land of Legends Theme Park offers a full day of rides and entertainment for all ages. Thrill-seekers can head to Adventure Land with its Hyper Coaster, or Tropic Lagoon, where the Turtle Coaster winds over water. Aqua Land features dynamic attractions like Wave Shock, a large wave pool. Younger guests can explore Nickelodeon Land, home to themed zones such as Adventure Bay, Bikini Bottom, and Wild Galaxy, featuring favourites like SpongeBob SquarePants, PAW Patrol, and Star Trek™. 'We continue to build on our core idea of creating unforgettable moments for families by combining imagination, comfort, and accessibility,' said Semih Elbaba, Managing Director of The Land of Legends. [ This image cannot be displayed. Please visit the source: ] The Land of Legends Opens 2025 Season for A Legendary Family Summer in Antalya To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Themed hospitality for families with an all-day offering Reflecting its 'family-first' concept, the flagship Kingdom Hotel, Turkiye's first hotel designed entirely for children, features brightly themed rooms, child-friendly amenities, and access to Nickelodeon Land included for all guests. A new addition, Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Antalya, offers suites inspired by Nickelodeon's most recognisable franchises. Families can stay in themed rooms dedicated to Dora the Explorer, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more, while enjoying spa facilities, themed pools, Club Nick kids' club, and a variety of dining venues. The destination's Shopping Avenue combines retail, dining, and evening entertainment. With global fashion brands, open-air restaurants, and nightly shows, the area is designed to extend the guest experience into the evening and appeal to visitors of all ages. This all-day offering aligns with Turkiye's efforts to lengthen tourist stays and increase per capita spending—both key drivers in the country's recent tourism growth. Focusing on meaningful experiences over conventional tourism offerings As The Land of Legends opens the 2025 season, it joins a wider national trend of expanding family tourism infrastructure and character-branded hospitality. According to resort representatives, future plans include new interactive zones and further integrations between entertainment, hospitality, and storytelling. 'Our goal is to redefine family holidays through a concept that combines storytelling, high-quality service, and inclusive fun,' Semih Elbaba added. With tourist numbers rising, The Land of Legends positions itself not just as an attraction, but as a flagship example of how Türkiye is evolving its tourism offer—balancing creative leisure with international hospitality standards. For more information, visit: Contact Meriç Gönülal [email protected] +90 530 644 79 75 To view the source version of this press release, please visit
Newsweek
30-04-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
New Trump Golf Course, $5.5 Billion Beachside Project Announced for Qatar
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Trump Organization, founded by President Donald Trump and co-led by his sons Eric and Donald Jr., on Wednesday announced a new deal to develop a luxury golf resort in Qatar, signaling it has no intention of slowing foreign business activity during Trump's second term. Why It Matters The announcement of a Trump-branded golf resort in Qatar underscores the deepening ties between the president's affiliated company and Gulf nations. Trump is set to visit Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates in the coming weeks, while his son Eric, executive vice president of the Trump Organization, is currently there. President Donald Trump, driven by his son Eric Trump, arrives at Trump National Doral during the LIV Golf Miami tournament, Thursday, April 3, 2025, in Miami. President Donald Trump, driven by his son Eric Trump, arrives at Trump National Doral during the LIV Golf Miami tournament, Thursday, April 3, 2025, in Miami. Associated Press What to Know The development will feature a Trump International Golf Course and Trump Villas, part of the $5.5 billion Simaisma beachside project located roughly 40 minutes north of Doha. Led by Qatari Diar, the development is envisioned as a sprawling entertainment district that will include an 18-hole golf course and a "Land of Legends" theme park, a source told Reuters. Dar Global, the international arm of Saudi Arabia's Dar Al Arkan Real Estate Development Company, has previously announced Trump-branded projects in Dubai, Jeddah, Riyadh and Oman. Also, this week, the Trump Organization announced the launch of the Trump International Hotel and Tower in Dubai. The Simaisma resort will mark the first time the Trump name appears on a property in gas-rich Qatar. The Trump Organization owns dozens of properties worldwide, with current and planned holdings in North America, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates and Oman. The company operates hotels and golf courses, as well as domestic commercial real estate. Concerns about the blurred line between politics and personal business interests have been repeatedly raised throughout both the first and second Trump administrations. In addition to its Saudi Arabian partner Dar Global, the planned luxury resort north of Doha will also be developed by Qatari Diar, a company owned by the Qatari government. That involvement appears to contradict the Trump Organization's second-term ethics pledge, which permits foreign business deals but explicitly bars partnerships with foreign governments. When asked for clarification, the Trump Organization told the Associated Press that its agreement was solely with the Saudi firm. However, Eric Trump referenced both Dar Global and Qatari Diar in an earlier statement announcing the project. "We are incredibly proud to expand the Trump brand into Qatar through this exceptional collaboration with Qatari Diar and Dar Global," Eric Trump said. What People Are Saying Noah Bookbinder, president of a watchdog group that has sued Trump for alleged ethics violations, blasted the Qatari deal to the Associated Press, "You want a president making decisions that are in the best interest of the United States, not his bottom line," said Bookbinder, who leads Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington. Eric Trump, Executive Vice President of The Trump Organization told Reuters: "This whole region is dependent on a strong America. And I hear that time and time again. I hear that from the biggest leaders in the Gulf. Dubai, like the entire world, thrives on a healthy, safe world, and that's what President Trump wants." What Happens Next Wednesday's agreement to build the Trump International Golf Club and Trump Villas in Qatar is unlikely to be the last foreign venture for the Trump Organization. It follows a series of deals struck before President Trump returned to office, including a golf resort partnership in Vietnam late last year with a company linked to the Communist Party. Reporting by the Associated Press contributed to this story.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Exclusive-Trump's first real estate project in Qatar to be announced by Qatari Diar, Dar Global
By Andrew Mills and Federico Maccioni DOHA (Reuters) -Real estate developers Qatari Diar and Dar Global will announce a deal on Wednesday to build Qatar's first Trump-branded real estate project, a source with knowledge of the plans told Reuters on Tuesday. The Trump International Golf Course and Trump Villas will be part of the Simaisma beachside development 40 minutes north of the Qatari capital Doha, the source said, speaking on condition of anonymity. The $5.5 billion Simaisma development, led by Qatari Diar, is designed as a 7 km-long mega entertainment resort district, anchored by an 18-hole golf course and a Land of Legends theme park. Wednesday's deal will come amid a visit to the Gulf by Eric Trump, the son of U.S. President Donald Trump and a Trump Organization executive. Eric Trump told Reuters on Tuesday that the Gulf region is dependent on a strong U.S., and that the whole region wants security so local economies can flourish. Dar Global, the international arm of Saudi Arabia's Dar Al Arkan Real Estate Development Company, has already unveiled several projects in partnership with the Trump Organization. These include plans for a Trump tower in Dubai launched on Tuesday and two more in Saudi Arabia's Jeddah and Riyadh, as well as real estate projects in Oman. But the Trump golf course and villas will make up the first Trump-branded project in gas-rich Qatar. When reached by Reuters, a representative for Qatari Diar would not comment on the agreement. Representatives for Dar Global and the Trump Organization did not immediately respond to Reuters' requests for confirmation and comment. In a coup for Doha, President Trump is set to visit Qatar in the coming weeks in his first major foreign trip, which is also set to include stops in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Trump has suggested that he would sign major investment agreements in all three countries.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Exclusive-Trump's first real estate project in Qatar to be announced by Qatari Diar, Dar Global
By Andrew Mills and Federico Maccioni DOHA (Reuters) -Real estate developers Qatari Diar and Dar Global will announce a deal on Wednesday to build Qatar's first Trump-branded real estate project, a source with knowledge of the plans told Reuters on Tuesday. The Trump International Golf Course and Trump Villas will be part of the Simaisma beachside development 40 minutes north of the Qatari capital Doha, the source said, speaking on condition of anonymity. The $5.5 billion Simaisma development, led by Qatari Diar, is designed as a 7 km-long mega entertainment resort district, anchored by an 18-hole golf course and a Land of Legends theme park. Wednesday's deal will come amid a visit to the Gulf by Eric Trump, the son of U.S. President Donald Trump and a Trump Organization executive. Eric Trump told Reuters on Tuesday that the Gulf region is dependent on a strong U.S., and that the whole region wants security so local economies can flourish. Dar Global, the international arm of Saudi Arabia's Dar Al Arkan Real Estate Development Company, has already unveiled several projects in partnership with the Trump Organization. These include plans for a Trump tower in Dubai launched on Tuesday and two more in Saudi Arabia's Jeddah and Riyadh, as well as real estate projects in Oman. But the Trump golf course and villas will make up the first Trump-branded project in gas-rich Qatar. When reached by Reuters, a representative for Qatari Diar would not comment on the agreement. Representatives for Dar Global and the Trump Organization did not immediately respond to Reuters' requests for confirmation and comment. In a coup for Doha, President Trump is set to visit Qatar in the coming weeks in his first major foreign trip, which is also set to include stops in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Trump has suggested that he would sign major investment agreements in all three countries.
