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7 days ago
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Conclusion of the Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival 2025
The Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival, organized by the Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD), under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman, concluded its 10th edition, which was held in the Emirates Hospitality Center from July 30 to August 3. The current edition witnessed wide Gulf participation, led by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Sultanate of Oman, Jordan and Egypt, in addition to an elite group of participants from governmental and private entities, promoting the festival's position as a leading regional platform for celebrating agricultural and heritage production, and enhancing cultural communication between the peoples of Arab countries. The festival's latest edition features an eclectic array of events such as art performances and competitions across diverse categories and age groups. The agenda also included educational sessions on palm cultivation and beekeeping methods, along with a series of training workshops on local handicrafts, and a children's corner for hosting artistic events, competitions and educational activities. H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director-General of ADTD said: 'In its tenth year and with its remarkable success today, the Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival proves its importance as a cultural platform that consolidates the local heritage and supports farmers, beekeepers and local project owners, strengthening the emirate's position as a prominent destination for traditional events.' He added: 'At the Ajman Department of Tourism Development, we are keen to expand and diversify the agenda of events with each session, developing content and achieving broad local and regional community participation. This reflects our dedication to highlighting Ajman's role as an emirate that preserves the Emirati identity and authentic values and seeks to transfer them to future generations.' The 10th edition hosted a series of workshops, most notably drawing on palm trunk, medal making using weaving techniques, the diamond coloring workshop, Suroud decoration workshop, Al Jafeer decorating workshop, and many others. It also held daily auctions for dates, honey and various traditional artefacts, part of the proceeds of which will be allocated to charity, in addition to traditional events that highlighted the Emirati culture. The event attracted widespread participation from the country's emirates, through its unique contests featuring various categories, including the Emirates of Ajman, North Emirates, Other Emirates, Citrus & Fruits, and Hoey Contest. Date contests covered the most well-known types, such as Khalas, Berhi, Lulu, Khenaizy, and Ajman Palms, while honey contests included types like Sumar, Crystallized, Sidr, Beeswax, and many others and Fruit contests included lemon, mango, and almond, figs, and Citrus. The 10th Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival featured 61 exhibitors from across the nation, including farmers, beekeepers, entrepreneurs and business owners, in addition to representatives from various government and private entities. This dynamic gathering in a unique cultural environment contributes to safeguarding Ajman's rich heritage while enhancing its authentic identity and consolidating its pioneering position as a leading tourist and cultural destination, both regionally and globally.
Mid East Info
04-08-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Conclusion of the Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival 2025 - Middle East Business News and Information
The Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival, organized by the Ajman Department of Tourism Development ADTD, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman, concluded its 10th edition, which was held in the Emirates Hospitality Center from July 30 to August 3. The current edition witnessed wide Gulf participation, led by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Sultanate of Oman, Jordan and Egypt, in addition to an elite group of participants from governmental and private entities, promoting the festival's position as a leading regional platform for celebrating agricultural and heritage production, and enhancing cultural communication between the peoples of Arab countries. The festival's latest edition features an eclectic array of events such as art performances and competitions across diverse categories and age groups. The agenda also included educational sessions on palm cultivation and beekeeping methods, along with a series of training workshops on local handicrafts, and a children's corner for hosting artistic events, competitions and educational activities. H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director-General of ADTD said: 'In its tenth year and with its remarkable success today, the Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival proves its importance as a cultural platform that consolidates the local heritage and supports farmers, beekeepers and local project owners, strengthening the emirate's position as a prominent destination for traditional events.' He added: 'At the Ajman Department of Tourism Development, we are keen to expand and diversify the agenda of events with each session, developing content and achieving broad local and regional community participation. This reflects our dedication to highlighting Ajman's role as an emirate that preserves the Emirati identity and authentic values and seeks to transfer them to future generations.' The 10th edition hosted a series of workshops, most notably drawing on palm trunk, medal making using weaving techniques, the diamond coloring workshop, Suroud decoration workshop, Al Jafeer decorating workshop, and many others. It also held daily auctions for dates, honey and various traditional artefacts, part of the proceeds of which will be allocated to charity, in addition to traditional events that highlighted the Emirati culture. The event attracted widespread participation from the country's emirates, through its unique contests featuring various categories, including the Emirates of Ajman, North Emirates, Other Emirates, Citrus & Fruits, and Hoey Contest. Date contests covered the most well-known types, such as Khalas, Berhi, Lulu, Khenaizy, and Ajman Palms, while honey contests included types like Sumar, Crystallized, Sidr, Beeswax, and many others and Fruit contests included lemon, mango, and almond, figs, and Citrus. The 10th Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival featured 61 exhibitors from across the nation, including farmers, beekeepers, entrepreneurs and business owners, in addition to representatives from various government and private entities. This dynamic gathering in a unique cultural environment contributes to safeguarding Ajman's rich heritage while enhancing its authentic identity and consolidating its pioneering position as a leading tourist and cultural destination, both regionally and globally.
Mid East Info
30-07-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
10th Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival to kick off tomorrow featuring diverse competitions and performances
The 10th Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival, held annually by the Ajman Department of Tourism Development ADTD at Emirates Hospitality Center, is set to kick off tomorrow on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. The event will celebrate palm trees and other agricultural produce, while promoting regional agriculture, supporting the local community and stimulating sustainable tourism. The festival's upcoming edition is poised to attract widespread participation from across the nation, as well as KSA, Oman, Jordan, and Egypt, through its unique contests featuring diverse categories like 'Emirate of Ajman', 'North Emirates', 'Other Emirates', and 'Citrus & Fruits'. The dates contest will highlight well-known varieties such as Khalas, Berhi, Lulu, Khenaizy, and Ajman Palms. Similarly, honey contests will feature varieties like Sumar, Crystallised, Sidr, Beeswax, and many others. Moreover, fruit contests will showcase lemon, mango, almond, figs, and citrus fruit varieties. Several SMEs will also take part in the event as exhibitors. H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD), said: 'The Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival serves as an ideal platform to highlight the critical role of palm trees and dates in the Emirati society as symbols of the nation's unique identity and heritage. We, at ADTD, believe that dates and honey represent our proud history and legacy. In line with this, the festival will showcase key agricultural products and support their regional cultivation, reflecting national goals and our wise leadership's noble vision to achieve environmental and economic sustainability in this vital sector.' A diverse range of competitions will be organised at the 10th Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival, with many more categories and age groups than its previous edition. The event will also feature art performances such as Al Ayyala and police music bands at the main theatre, as well as a photography contest, which will be announced during the festival. Furthermore, diverse educational sessions will be conducted on palm cultivation and beekeeping methods, along with a series of workshops on palm trunk drawing, weaving techniques for medal making, diamond colouring, Suroud decoration, and Al Jafeer decoration, among others. Daily auctions will be held for dates and honey, of which, part of the proceeds will be allocated to charity. Moreover, the festival will feature traditional fests highlighting the Emirati culture, as well as a dedicated children's corner for hosting artistic events, interactive competitions, and educational activities on several topics, such as palm, its components, and benefits. The festival attracts wide participation each year, led by seamless coordination among public-private entities and traditional bands sponsored by Abu Dhabi Police, among others. This underscores ADTD's efforts to provide a comprehensive cultural experience, reinforcing the Emirate's pioneering position and promoting sustainable economic development. ADTD has raised the value of this year's festival awards to further encourage farmers, beekeepers, and artisans. The scope of the festival has also been enhanced to include 61 exhibition booths, given that the previous edition, held from July 24 to 28, 2024, included 56 booths, featuring fruit, honey, and unique handicraft souvenirs that reflect Ajman's distinct cultural heritage. Those interested can visit ADTD's official website or social media accounts to learn more about the festival dates and other information, which will be published shortly.
Web Release
29-07-2025
- Business
- Web Release
10th Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival to kick off tomorrow featuring diverse competitions and performances
The 10th Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival, held annually by the Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) at Emirates Hospitality Center, is set to kick off tomorrow on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. The event will celebrate palm trees and other agricultural produce, while promoting regional agriculture, supporting the local community and stimulating sustainable tourism. The festival's upcoming edition is poised to attract widespread participation from across the nation, as well as KSA, Oman, Jordan, and Egypt, through its unique contests featuring diverse categories like 'Emirate of Ajman', 'North Emirates', 'Other Emirates', and 'Citrus & Fruits'. The dates contest will highlight well-known varieties such as Khalas, Berhi, Lulu, Khenaizy, and Ajman Palms. Similarly, honey contests will feature varieties like Sumar, Crystallised, Sidr, Beeswax, and many others. Moreover, fruit contests will showcase lemon, mango, almond, figs, and citrus fruit varieties. Several SMEs will also take part in the event as exhibitors. H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD), said: 'The Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival serves as an ideal platform to highlight the critical role of palm trees and dates in the Emirati society as symbols of the nation's unique identity and heritage. We, at ADTD, believe that dates and honey represent our proud history and legacy. In line with this, the festival will showcase key agricultural products and support their regional cultivation, reflecting national goals and our wise leadership's noble vision to achieve environmental and economic sustainability in this vital sector.' A diverse range of competitions will be organised at the 10th Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival, with many more categories and age groups than its previous edition. The event will also feature art performances such as Al Ayyala and police music bands at the main theatre, as well as a photography contest, which will be announced during the festival. Furthermore, diverse educational sessions will be conducted on palm cultivation and beekeeping methods, along with a series of workshops on palm trunk drawing, weaving techniques for medal making, diamond colouring, Suroud decoration, and Al Jafeer decoration, among others. Daily auctions will be held for dates and honey, of which, part of the proceeds will be allocated to charity. Moreover, the festival will feature traditional fests highlighting the Emirati culture, as well as a dedicated children's corner for hosting artistic events, interactive competitions, and educational activities on several topics, such as palm, its components, and benefits. The festival attracts wide participation each year, led by seamless coordination among public-private entities and traditional bands sponsored by Abu Dhabi Police, among others. This underscores ADTD's efforts to provide a comprehensive cultural experience, reinforcing the Emirate's pioneering position and promoting sustainable economic development. ADTD has raised the value of this year's festival awards to further encourage farmers, beekeepers, and artisans. The scope of the festival has also been enhanced to include 61 exhibition booths, given that the previous edition, held from July 24 to 28, 2024, included 56 booths, featuring fruit, honey, and unique handicraft souvenirs that reflect Ajman's distinct cultural heritage. Those interested can visit ADTD's official website or social media accounts to learn more about the festival dates and other information, which will be published shortly.
Tourism Breaking News
25-07-2025
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
Ajman Department of Tourism Development signs cooperation agreement with German Company Schauinsland-Reisen to boost Emirate's appeal in European market
Post Views: 52 As part of its ambitious strategy to enhance its position on the global tourism map, the Ajman Department of Tourism Development has signed a Cooperation Agreement with Schauinsland-Reisen, one of the leading travel and tourism companies in Germany and Europe. This strategic partnership aims to strengthen Ajman's tourism promotion efforts in the European market through integrated marketing and promotional campaigns, including digital advertising, event organisation, and tailored media programs. The collaboration will also involve the development of innovative travel packages that meet the preferences of European tourists. The initiative is expected to attract more European visitors to Ajman and introduce them to the Emirate's diverse tourism offerings, which combine rich cultural heritage, natural beauty, and a modern hospitality infrastructure. Commenting on the agreement, His Excellency Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi said: 'This step reflects our unwavering commitment to implementing a comprehensive strategy that enhances Ajman's competitiveness on the global tourism stage and targets new, high-potential markets. Partnering with a reputable company like Schauinsland is a real asset, given their extensive experience and wide-reaching network in the European market, which will help us reach targeted tourism segments.' Mr. Eken also praised Ajman's tourism potential, stating: 'We are delighted to be part of this valuable cooperation. We believe this partnership will open new doors for German and European tourists to discover a unique destination like Ajman, which blends authenticity with modernity and offers warm Arabian hospitality.' This agreement comes as part of a series of initiatives launched by the Ajman Department of Tourism Development this year, including the establishment of a new representative office in the Federal Republic of Germany. This office was unveiled during the department's participation in ITB Berlin 2025, one of the world's leading tourism exhibitions. The new office aims to strengthen connections with international partners, explore tourism and economic cooperation opportunities, and coordinate promotional campaigns more effectively and directly with targeted markets. Ajman has witnessed significant growth in visitor numbers in recent years, driven by continuous investment in the development of tourism infrastructure, provision of diverse accommodation options, and expansion of cultural, environmental, and sports programs that enrich visitors' experience. The Cooperation Agreement with Schauinsland represents a major step forward in building long-term strategic partnerships, aligned with the Emirate's broader economic vision and its commitment to achieving sustainable development goals. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development and Adnan Eken, Head of Cooperation and Sponsorship in Schauinsland, in an official ceremony attended by a number of officials from both sides, along with regional and international tourism stakeholders.
