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      UNWTO ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF 2023 STUDENTS’ LEAGUE-BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA

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      The competition, launched around two categories – high school students and undergraduates – attracted applicants from leading educational institutions from across the country. In making their decision, the expert jury looked at the feasibility of the ideas presented by the teams through their social media campaigns as well as on their potential to contribute to the fulfillment of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
      Celebrating young tourism talent
      In the end, eight teams made it to the final, representing the Srednja stručna škola (Team AANSS Tourist), JU Turističko-ugostiteljska škola Tuzla (Team Champions), Mješovita srednja škola Travnik (Team RoseBrandis), JU Mješovita srednja škola “Bosanski Petrovac (Team StazeSrece), JU Centar srednjih škola (Team Tribuni), Faculty of Economics Pale (Team Tusists Economy), Visoka škola za turizam i menadžment Konjic (Team VS-TIM) and University of Business Studies (Team We Grow with Nature).
      The winning solutions from Team RoseBrandis from Mješovita srednja škola Travnik and Team Vs-Tim from Visoka škola za turizam i menadžment Konjic included social media campaigns to support rural development on the Via Dinarica in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Students also created synergies between the different teams by becoming film producers and created a video on traditional folk costumes in Rural areas.
      The 2023 UNWTO Students’ League: Bosnia and Herzegovina has been organized by UNWTO, under the framework of UNDP BiH “Building Relations for intercultural Dialogue (BRIDGE) Project” which counts on the financial support of the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS). The initiative is implemented and co-financed by the United Nations Development Programme in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNDP BiH) in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Relations of BiH.ADVERTISEMENTFor this first national edition, the jury panel was made up of national and international experts from UNWTO, UNDP, Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Relations, Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Relations, Ministry of Trade and Tourism of Republika Srpska, Verne Tourism Experts and SISMOTUR.
      Youth empowerment for tourism’s future
      According to the participants, the Students League offered a unique chance to gain practical experience within the tourism sector while also benefitting from networking and mentorship opportunities.
      “This project is a wonderful experience for young people who will be the bearers of tourism in the future, because they study tourism, ecology, economics, which are closely related to the sector,” said Team We Grow with Nature from the University of Business Studies.
      “By participating in this project, we learned a lot and discovered various hidden treasures both in our and in other countries. The project helped us get introduced to Instagram and how we can use it in business. Most importantly, we had fun and enjoyed participating in this project,” addedTeam RoseBrandis, from Mješovita srednja škola Travnik
      The UNWTO Students League Bosnia & Herzegovina has benefited the support of leading international partners, including representatives from the UNWTO Best Tourism ViIlages Programme –  Cumeada and Krupa Na Vrbasu,  Visit Blidinje, Greenways Association, Verne Tourism Experts, Sismotur, Outdoor Bosnia and the City of Trebinje.

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      Fourth of July Weekend in Las Vegas Promises an Unforgettable Patriotic Party

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      LAS VEGAS – Independence Day is always celebrated with fantastic fireworks, electrifying entertainment and splashing under the sun in Las Vegas. The destination is the ideal place to salute the red, white and blue this Fourth of July.Fireworks Displays
      Caesars PalaceTuesday, July 4 at 9 p.m.
      Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa & CasinoTuesday, July 4 at 9 p.m.
      Las Vegas BallparkSunday, July 2 & Monday, July 3 at 6:05 p.m.
      Las Vegas Motor SpeedwayMonday, July 3 following the Night of Fire race.ADVERTISEMENTThe Plaza Hotel & CasinoTuesday, July 4 at 9 p.m.
      Red Rock Casino Resort & SpaTuesday, July 4 at 9 p.m.
      Fireworks Viewing Opportunities
      Visitors can view the Caesars Palace fireworks on Tuesday, July 4 from the resort’s iconic Front Fountains. An elevated view is available at GIADA at The Cromwell, where an al fresco dining experience complements the show in the sky.
      Legacy Club at Circa Resort & Casino presents its Star-Spangled Glamour celebration on Tuesday, July 4. The rooftop cocktail lounge offers sweeping views of the evening’s fireworks displays in addition to a selection of craft cocktails, patriotic bites and live music.
      Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa & Casino, in partnership with City of Henderson, presents a Fireworks Viewing Party from the resort’s Backyard area on Tuesday, July 4. Visitors will be provided with complimentary light-up necklaces and are welcome to enjoy frozen treats, snacks, and beverages for purchase.
      Main Street from Carson Avenue to Ogden Avenue in front of Plaza Hotel & Casino will be closed to vehicular traffic from 8:45 p.m. to 9:10 p.m. to offer visitors prime viewpoints of the resort’s fireworks display. The hotel’s recently opened outdoor Carousel Bar also offers additional spots to see the show.
      Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa presents a Fireworks Viewing Party at its Sandbar pool on Tuesday, July 4, with admission including complimentary light-up necklaces. Visitors can enjoy beverages and pizza from Side Piece Pizza for purchase, as well as opportunities to book cabanas for the pyrotechnic show. The resort also features live music on the T-Bones Chophouse patio that same evening.
      Exciting Entertainment
      The Fremont Street Experience continues its Downtown Rocks free concert series during Fourth of July weekend, with Switchfoot and Skillet taking the stage on Saturday, July 1. The downtown Las Vegas attraction also presents a digital fireworks display on its Viva Vision Canopy, running every hour from Tuesday, July 4 at 6 p.m. to Wednesday, July 5 at 2 a.m.
      Night of Fire at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway offers a number of exhilarating experiences for Independence Day weekend, as the event being held on Monday, July 3 includes a waterless boat race, skid plate car racing, nostalgia street rod outlaws, a fireworks display and more.
      The Neon Museum again partners with Blue Star Museums to offer free general admission to active-duty military personnel and their families throughout the summer.
      Palms Casino Resort hosts concerts by Yächtley Crëw at its SOAK Pool on Friday, June 30 and Saturday, July 1. The resort also presents the Saigon 30th Anniversary Tour concert at Pearl Theater on Saturday, July 1.
      Dolby Live at Park MGM brings Usher back to the stage, as he performs on Saturday, July 1; Sunday, July 2; and Tuesday, July 4.
      Resorts World Las Vegas brings back headlining artist Carrie Underwood, as the country songstress continues her REFLECTION residency at the Resorts World Theatre on Saturday, July 1.
      Wynn Las Vegas welcomes podcasting comedian Theo Von to its Encore Theater on Friday, June 30 and Sunday, July 2. The venue continues the laughs throughout the weekend with a show from British comedian and actor Jack Whitehall on Saturday, July 1.
      World-Class Daylife and Nightlife
      JEWEL Nightclub at ARIA Resort & Casino presents DJ Five on Friday, June 30; Murda Beatz on Saturday, July 1; and DJ Pauly D of Jersey Shore fame on Sunday, July 2 and Monday, July 3. Nearby at the hotel, LIQUID Pool Lounge offers beats by DJ CLA on Friday, June 30; DJ Scooter on Saturday, June 1; and DJ Nova on Saturday, June 2.
      OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace offers beats by Loud Luxury on Friday, June 30; Illenium with William Black on Saturday, July 1; and Steve Aoki on Sunday, July 2.
      Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas features a weekend of talent, including Damaged Goods on Friday June 30; DJ Pauly D on Saturday, July 1; and Bob Moses on Sunday, July 2. Its nighttime counterpart, Marquee Nightclub, offers beats by James Hype on Friday, June 30; Deorro on Saturday, July 1; and Sourmilk on Sunday, July 2 for its Drenched After Dark pool party.
      Drai’s Beachclub at The Cromwell offers sets by JNOLD on Friday, June 30; hip-hop artist French Montana on Saturday, July 1 (who also performs at Drai’s Nightclub the night before on Friday, June 30); and DJ Susie on Sunday, July 2.
      Hakkasan Nightclub at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino plays host to hip-hop icon Nelly with Justin Credible on Friday, June 30 and EDM duo Above & Beyond on Saturday, July 1. Across the resort at WET REPUBLIC Ultra Pool, visitors can splash to the sounds of DJ Shift on Friday, June 30 and Steve Aoki on Saturday, July 1.
      Ghostbar at Palms Casino Resort presents a set by Baby Bash with support from DJ Supa James on Friday, June 30.
      Resorts World Las Vegas brings the noise throughout the weekend, hosting top-tier acts at its party pool and nightclub. Ayu Dayclub features sets by Nervo on Friday, June 30; Kaskade on Saturday, July 1; and an installment of The Do Over party on Sunday, July 2. Across the resort at Zouk Nightclub, visitors can enjoy soundtracks supplied by Slander on Friday, June 30 and Zedd on Saturday, July 1.
      TAO Beach Dayclub at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas offers a top-notch lineup, with John Summit on Friday, June 30; Alesso on Saturday, July 1; and Mustard on Sunday, July 2. Its sister nightspot, TAO Nightclub, features sets by Greg Lopez on Friday, June 30 and Justin Credible on Saturday, July 1.
      Wynn Las Vegas presents a weekend of beats from acclaimed electronic acts at its daylife and nightlife venues. Encore Beach Club features Dillon Francis on Friday, June 30; Marshmello on Saturday, July 1; and Diplo on Sunday, July 2. The venue continues the party under the stars with Gryffin on Friday, June 30 and Tyga on Saturday, July 1 for installments of the Encore Beach Club at Night parties. Nearby, XS Nightclub hosts Dom Dolla on Friday, June 30; The Chainsmokers on Saturday, July 1; and Two Friends on Sunday, July 2 for the club’s Nightswim party.
      Spectacular Sports
      Visitors can take in a soccer match during the long weekend, as the Las Vegas Lights play the Tampa Bay Rowdies on Saturday, July 1 at Cashman Field, followed by a holiday match against the New Mexico United on Tuesday, July 4.
      America’s pastime can be enjoyed at Las Vegas Ballpark throughout the weekend, as the Las Vegas Aviators face the Round Rock Express from Saturday, July 1 to Monday, July 3.
      The World Champion Las Vegas Aces take on the Connecticut Sun—the team they defeated in the WNBA Finals in 2022—on Saturday, July 1 at Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino.
      Delectable Dining
      Visitors can enjoy a patriotic Firecracker Fizz at GO Pool at Flamingo Las Vegas; The Pool at Harrah’s Las Vegas; and Influence, The Pool at The LINQ at The LINQ Hotel + Experience. The frozen delight features Tito’s Handmade Vodka, blue Curaçao, and grenadine mixed with lemonade and topped with a garnish of blueberries and raspberries.
      Visitors at Pool à Paris at Paris Las Vegas can stay cool while sipping on the Star-Spangled Slush, a celebratory frozen cocktail made with Malibu, strawberry daiquiri, piña colada and blue lagoon frozen mix.
      The newly opened Pinkbox Doughnuts location at Plaza Hotel & Casino will offer a line of Fourth of July-inspired creations. The resort’s nearby Carousel Bar, also a recent offering, offers its Amalfi Swing cocktail—complete with a crackling Pop Rocks rim—for the celebration.
      90 NINETY Bar + Grill at Suncoast Hotel & Casino offers diners a special meal of grilled bangers wrapped in bacon, tomatillo-cheese sauce, and homemade salsa, served with sugar-cinnamon sweet potato fries.
      Arizona Charlie’s Boulder and Arizona Charlie’s Decatur celebrate Independence Day with a classic American barbecue meal available exclusively on the holiday. The Sourdough Cafe at both of its locations will feature St. Louis ribs, chicken and hot links served with potato salad, coleslaw, corn on the cob and cornbread.
      For more information about Las Vegas or to plan your next trip, please visit www.VisitLasVegas.com.

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      LG FIRST TO BRING APPLE AIRPLAY TO HOTEL ROOM TVS

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      LG Electronics, the leading provider of in-room hotel TVs, is introducing the world’s first commercial television sets to feature Apple AirPlay technology support for hotels, offering guests a seamless and secure way to share content from their iPhone or iPad to their guest room TV.
      Speaking in advance of next week’s HITEC hospitality technology trade show, Michael Kosla, hospitality vice president at LG Business Solutions USA, said AirPlay will be available to guests on LG Pro:Centric® Smart Hotel TVs starting later this year at select properties.
      “This is a major advancement for in-room entertainment in the travel and hospitality industry, and underscores how closely we are listening to the needs of consumers who increasingly demand simple access to their personal media options on the biggest screen, wherever they are,” Kosla said. “Hotels that offer this feature will have an immediate leg up with travelers who use Apple devices, boosting guest satisfaction while providing real differentiation from local competition.”
      LG Electronics and Apple worked together to ensure that AirPlay will be as easy to use as when at home. Guests will connect their iPhone or iPad securely to the LG smart hotel TV by simply scanning a unique QR code. With no logins or passwords to remember and no separate app to download, this will be the simplest way for a hotel to enable guests to access their personal entertainment apps and accounts on the big screen in their room.
      Built on a foundation of privacy and security, AirPlay allows guests to stream, control and share videos, photos, music and more from their iPhone or iPad to the smart, in-room LG TV so they can watch popular streaming services* such as Apple TV+, rehearse presentations, enjoy vacation photos, and more, in the comfort of their hotel room.ADVERTISEMENTLG is the first display manufacturer to confirm AirPlay integration following Apple’s announcement at the company’s WWDC23 event earlier this month revealing that AirPlay will be available in hotels. The collaboration demonstrates LG’s dedication to innovations that empower hotels to enhance guest satisfaction.
      Hotel operators will be able to start offering AirPlay capability on LG smart hotel TVs later this year. AirPlay capability will be available on 2023 LG smart hotel TVs and on recent year’s models.
      For more information about LG’s hospitality-focused products shown at HITEC 2023, click here.  https://b2bmkt.lge.com/us-hitec23

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      IATA launches World Sustainability Symposium

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      With governments now aligned with the industry’s commitment to decarbonise aviation by 2050, this symposium will facilitate critical discussions, in seven key areas:
      – The overall strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, including Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF)
      – The crucial role of government and policy support
      – Effective implementation of sustainability measures
      – Financing the energy transitionADVERTISEMENT- Measuring, tracking and reporting emissions
      – Addressing non-CO2 emissions
      – The significance of value chains
      “In 2021 airlines committed to net zero emissions by 2050. Last year governments made the same commitment through the International Civil Aviation Organization. Now the WSS will bring together the global community of sustainability experts in the industry and governments to debate and discuss the key enablers for aviation’s successful decarbonisation, our biggest challenge ever,” said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General who is confirmed to speak at WSS.
      The WSS will provide a platform specifically tailored for airline sustainability professionals, regulators and policy makers, as well as stakeholders in the industry’s value chain.
      Speakers will include
      Patrick Healy, Chair, Cathay PacificRoberto Alvo, CEO, LATAM Airlines GroupRobert Miller, Professor of Aerothermal Technology and Director of the Whittle Laboratory at the University of CambridgeSuzanne Kearns, Founding Director, Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aviation (WISA)Andre Zollinger, Policy Manager, Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), Massachusetts Institute of Technology MITMarie Owens Thomsen, Senior Vice President Sustainability and Chief Economist, IATA
      Source: https://www.timesaerospace.aero

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      Singapore GP and Singapore Tourism Board on track to drive change at the Formula 1

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      With less than a 100 days until the Formula 1 (F1) Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2023, the race is on track to become more environmentally sustainable. The installation of solar panels on the F1 Pit Building has been completed, while installations for a more energy-efficient lighting system at the night race has begun.
      In 2022, Singapore GP Pte Ltd and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) laid the foundation for the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix to become one of the most environmentally sustainable street circuits on the race calendar. This included initiatives such as moving towards cleaner energy, going digital for greater resource efficiency, improving waste management and reducing single-use plastics.
      This year, to transition the F1 Pit Building to cleaner energy sources, STB appointed ENGIE South East Asia to install solar panels on the facility’s rooftop. Works have just completed, with the 1,396 solar panels now fully operational. By converting sunlight into electricity, the panels are expected to generate 803,155 kWh of energy in a year. This amount of solar energy is sufficient to power the F1 Pit Building for an entire race month. This includes providing the power for the Formula 1 Paddock Club suites, Race Control Room, Media Centre, garages, as well as the administrative offices. Any excess solar energy will be sold to the grid to offset the facility’s utility costs.
      “We are thrilled that the F1 Pit Building can now be powered by renewable energy. This is an important milestone because it will reduce the carbon footprint of the race, as well as all other events that use the F1 Pit Building beyond the race period. Sustainability is a key priority for the Singapore race, and we will continue to work with Singapore GP and our partners to make our race more sustainable,” said Ms. Ong Ling Lee, Executive Director, Sports and Wellness, STB.
      Work is now underway to install a more energy-efficient track lighting system for the remainder of the term until 2028. The metal-halide projectors that were in place since 2008 will be fully replaced by LED track lights to illuminate the 4.928km-long race track. Supplied by DZE Asia in collaboration with Signify Singapore, the upgraded LEDs will require significantly less power per fitting, consuming at least 30% less electricity than the previous bulbs. In addition, the new lights also do not require any warm up time to reach their full luminance when switched on, saving time and energy.ADVERTISEMENTThe new ArenaVision LED floodlights are designed to provide optimal lighting conditions for drivers, while also offering unforgettable experiences for F1 fans, media and broadcasters. Featuring a higher colour temperature of 5,700K, the lighting system will provide outstanding visual clarity, effective heat management, and a long lifespan – all while meeting the latest broadcasting standards.
      The metal-halide lights will be given new life through recycled art. DZ Engineering and Dino Zoli Foundation will be organising an art exhibition featuring creations that artists will make out of the old projectors to promote a more sustainable future. The exhibition is slated for September and more details will be shared later.
      “We are excited to kick off our sustainability efforts for the new term and we look forward to drive change at the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix. More initiatives are currently being planned for the night race, and we will be announcing these, as well as the results of our carbon footprint report from last year’s event in the coming weeks,” said Ms. Sasha Rafi, Director of Sustainability for Singapore GP Pte Ltd.

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      Sarawak, Malaysia Welcomes Over 270 Delegates to the PATA Destination Experience Forum and Mart 2023

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      LR: Thoyyib Mohammed, CEO, Visit Maldives; Harry Hwang, Director, Regional Department for Asia and the Pacific, UNWTO; Sharzede Datu Hj. Salleh Askor, CEO, Sarawak Tourism Board (STB); Peter Semone, Chair, PATA; YB Dato Sri Haji Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Sarawak; YB Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew, Deputy Minister of Tourism, and YBhg. Datu Sherrina binti Hussaini, Permanent Secretary, Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Sarawak.
      The PATA Destination Experience Forum and Mart 2023 (PDFM 2023), with the theme “Sustainability in Action”, officially began on Wednesday, June 21 in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia, attracting 272 delegates from 28 destinations.
      The event, organised in collaboration with destination partners, the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry & Performing Arts of Sarawak, the Sarawak Tourism Board, and the Sarawak Convention Bureau, brought together delegates from the public and private sectors for inspiring and insightful discussions on some of the major issues in marketing and managing tourism growth as the travel and tourism industry looks for new opportunities to promote sustainability within the industry.
      Delegates travelled from all corners of the globe including Australia, Bhutan, Bulgaria, Canada, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea (ROK), Lao PDR, Malaysia, Maldives, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Singapore, Spain, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and USA.
      “The PATA Destination Experience Forum and Mart 2023, under the theme “Sustainability in Action” is extremely relevant as the industry begins its road to recovery. Climate change and over-tourism are existential threats to Pacific Asia’s visitor industry. Coming out of COVID, there are really only two options: ignore the environmental and social consequences of mass tourism in a business-as-usual manner; or seize the opportunity to recalibrate how we measure tourism success and account for its invisible burden. As we look towards the future, we need to take concrete actions and avoid the mistakes of the past,” said PATA Chair Peter Semone. “It is this type of collaboration with our destination partners, the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry & Performing Arts of Sarawak, the Sarawak Tourism Board, and the Sarawak Convention Bureau, that epitomizes the fundamental nature of PATA’s mission in acting as a catalyst for the responsible development of travel and tourism to, from and within the Asia Pacific region. We as an industry must work together to create a better future for all by achieving long-term sustainability in conjunction with long-term growth and profitability.”
      Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) CEO Sharzede Datu Hj Salleh Askor said,” Sarawak is the perfect venue for PDMF 2023 in highlighting on Ecotourism, Gastronomy Tourism, Adventure Travel as these themes are very much aligned with Sarawak’s tourism philosophy that emphasises on Responsible Tourism, gastronomy and sustainability in its effort in making Sarawak a preferred eco-tourism destination, in the region.”ADVERTISEMENT“I am happy that all delegates will have an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with Sarawak’s tourism industry stakeholders as well as from around the region to understand more on the importance of adopting sustainable practices, such as waste reduction, recycling, and responsible resource consumption, to minimize the negative environmental footprint of tourism while enhancing the overall visitor experience,” she added.
      On Wednesday, June 21, delegates had the opportunity to join one of three different routes where they could fully experience the destination’s responsible tourism, ecotourism, and gastronomy tourism offerings that highlighted Sarawakian culture, heritage, and history.
      During the conference on Thursday, June 23 and June 24, delegates will hear from a diverse line-up of experts from such organisations as World Tourism Organization, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, the Asian Ecotourism Network, the Adventure Travel Trade Association, the Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation, Intrepid Travel, Expedia Group Media Solutions and Sojern, as well as Audra Morrice, Masterchef Asia/and Singapore Host & Judge, to name a few.
      From climate action strategies to digital marketing, the broad yet critical topics provided a clearer direction for the industry to embrace the new era of travel with greater responsibility and convert their plans into action.
      Topics include ‘Sustainability in Action’, ‘Climate Action Strategies for Destinations & Operators ‘, ‘Recalculating the Measurements of Success’, ‘Tourism’s Role for Development ‘, ‘The Power of Gastronomy Tourism for Destinations ‘, ‘Setting Your Sustainability Goals and Executing them’, ‘Leveraging New Trends in Sustainable Forms of Tourism’ and ‘Using Digital Marketing to Drive Sustainability’.
      Over these two days, buyers and sellers will also have the opportunity to engage in one-on-one networking and contracting opportunities during the table-top tradeshow to explore potential collaborations and business opportunities.
      For more information about the event, visit www.pata.org/pata-destination-experience-forum-and-mart-2023 or email [email protected]

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      “Harbour Chill Carnival” Starting the Weekend of 8-9 July

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      Hong Kong – Join Interactive Street Performances, X-Games and Miscellaneous Outdoor Experiences Anytime; Tickets for First Eight Music Shows in the Harbour Available Tomorrow
      Starting from 8 July, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) will bring the “Harbour Chill Carnival” to the Wan Chai waterfront for five consecutive weekend evenings, featuring street performances, X-game performances, and A Symphony of Lights Waterfront Pyrotechnic Edition.Among the activities, only Music Shows in the Harbour requires tickets for admission. Tickets of the first eight sessions of the Music Shows in the Harbour will be distributed for free through HKTB’s online e-platform (https://www.discoverhongkong.com/hk-eng/what-s-new/events/harbour-chillcarnival/music-shows/ticket.html ) from 10am tomorrow (27 June). All tickets are available first-come, first-served.
      Members of the public can now sign up for an account on the e-platform on the Discover Hong Kong website and check out the performance line-ups (https://www.discoverhongkong.com/hkeng/what-s-new/events/harbour-chill-carnival/music-shows.html ) before getting the tickets tomorrow.

      Each account can obtain tickets for a maximum of two sessions at the same time, with a maximum of two tickets for each session.The first eight sessions will be held on 8 July (Saturday), 9 July (Sunday), 15 July (Saturday), and16 July (Sunday), with two sessions each evening.ADVERTISEMENTThere will be a total of 20 sessions of Music Shows in Victoria Harbour, with over 40 groups from the Mainland, Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea and Malaysia taking turns to perform. Tickets for the remaining 12 concerts will be available at 10 am, 27 July, Monday
      Besides the Music Shows in the Harbour, the “Harbour Chill Carnival” features a series of thrilling activities, including characteristic street performances, dynamic X-game performances and time-limited A Symphony of Lights Waterfront Pyrotechnic Edition. Members of the public can visit the Wan Chai Waterfront Precinct during the Carnival and enjoy the shows without admission tickets.
      Come and watch national and top local skateboarders perform challenging and skilled tricks or the dynamic nightview with the summer pyro display along the Harbour front. Don’t miss the chance!

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      How Hajj facilities flourished in 100 years under House of Saud

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      Nearly one century has passed since King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud founded Saudi Arabia after conquering Mecca in 1924, since then a series of rapid developments took place until present day.
      King Abdulaziz’s first ordered the maintenance of the Grand Mosque of Mecca and the introduction of electricity at the holy site, a vision of continuous improvements that never seized until the Kingdom’s very recent third expansion project of Mecca’s Grand Mosque with a cost that surpassed 200 billion Saudi riyals.
      Two decades after King Abdulaziz entered Mecca, he ordered the creation of an apparatus dedicated to the organization of Hajj and Umrah affairs, and thus the General Directorate of Hajj was established in 1948 to take up the task of serving pilgrims and providing them with all means of comfort.
      The following Kings of House Saud embraced the same path until the reign of King Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, during whose era the Grand Mosque’s area was expanded to 139,000 square meters with a capacity of 400,000 worshipers in 1976.
      However, the largest expansion project of the Mosque was inaugurated by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, targeting urban and security aspects, with the area of the entire project is estimated to be more than 1.3 million square meters with a capacity of 2 million devotees.ADVERTISEMENTThe latest expansion encompasses sub-mega projects, namely the squares project, the foot tunnels project, the central services station, and the Haram Ring Road project.
      Furthermore, the pilgrims’ growing modern needs required infrastructure projects to grow rapidly, including Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah Metro, which has been running with full capacity since 2018 to move 60 million people every year between Mecca and Medina in merely two hours.
      Additionally, 17 trains are operating at the holy sites between Mina, Muzdalifah, and Mount Arafat with a capacity of 72,000 people per hour.
      Over the past 80 years the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has always strived to raise the quality of services and to facilitate the procedures for the arrival of pilgrims as well as Umrah performers, whose numbers are targeted for an increase to reach 30 million annually, in line with the Saudi Vision 2030.

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