Applications are being accepted from retailers, restaurateurs and those wishing to lease kiosks spaces for the 13th edition of Global Village this year.
Abdul Redha Ali Bin Redha, CEO of Global Village, said: 'As with every year in the history of Global Village, visitors will be able to experience exciting new facilities, rides and displays. In addition, visitors will also find many improvements which have been introduced to make the Global Village experience even more memorable.
'The season is just around the corner and we are more than happy to accommodate new concepts. There is still enough time to send proposals for creative and innovative ideas for events and entertainment.'
Since its inception in 1996, Global Village has witnessed the participation of 65 countries, represented by over 2,300 exhibitors and investors from across the world. Last year drew in the usual diverse mix of cultures, attracting a record 4.2 million people, resulting in a total visitor spend of AED600 million. Shopping grew by 11 per cent, specific pavilion visits by 63%.
The Global Village at Dubailand, a member of Tatweer has become the premier family venue where diverse cultures from around the world gather for culture, entertainment, adventure, cuisine and commerce.
Global Village announces registration for commercial outlets
Global Village at Dubailand, a member of Tatweer, has announced registration for prospective businesses and individuals, ahead of opening its doors to visitors from 13 December, 2007 to 1 March, 2008.
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Registration details and application forms for Global Village 2007/2008 are available online at: www.globalvillage.ae. Forms can also be requested by telephone: +971 04 362 4000.Global Village
Global Village, a member of Tatweer, is Dubai's exciting and unique annual tourism destination and spectacular multicultural entertainment centre. Launched in 1996, Global Village made its debut on the Creekside opposite Dubai Municipality. It later moved to the Oud Metha area and then on to Dubai Festival City, until it found a permanent home in 2005 at Dubailand, the region's largest tourism, entertainment, leisure and lifestyle complex.
From hosting 18 country pavilions in 1997, Global Village saw the participation of nearly 50 countries in 2005. The number of visitors grew from 500,000 in 1996 to nearly 5.2 million in 2004. In 2005, tourists from over 160 different countries enjoyed the Global Village fiesta.
About Tatweer
Launched in December 2005 Tatweer is one the region's most promising enterprises and a Member of Dubai Holding. It owns nine market-leading companies and managing an ambitious business development plan.
Its current portfolio is divided into Energy & Healthcare, Tourism & Entertainment, Industry & Knowledge. Its entities are Dubai Healthcare City, the region's hub for world-class quality healthcare services; Mizin, one of the most advanced real estate companies in the region; 'The Tiger Woods - Dubai' an exclusive golf community that will include a Tiger Woods designed Golf Course; Dubailand, one of the biggest leisure, entertainment and tourism destinations in the Middle East region; Dubai Industrial City, an industrial township to develop Dubai as a leading manufacturing hub; Bawadi, the world's leading hospitality and entertainment project bringing 31 hotels and more than 29,000 hotel rooms; Dubai Energy, investing in regional and global energy opportunities and building a diversified investment portfolio; Dubai Mercantile Exchange, the first commodity futures exchange in the Middle East; Global Village, which brings together 160 different countries showcasing myriad cultures; and Moutamarat, the first Arab initiative organizing research-based conferences and exhibitions.
A Member of Dubai Holding, Tatweer and its entities will continue to consolidate a group of life-improving industries. In addition, it has pioneered the market with joint venture initiatives with leading companies such as the New York Mercantile Exchange or the Saudi Research and Publishing Company.
Tatweer will continuously strive for world-class performance implementing leadership development to drive and sustain business excellence, quality and high performance.
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Of Dubai Press Club
Phone: +971-4-3613593
Posted by Medilyn Manibo, Assistant News EditorWednesday, August 29 - 2007 at 11:20 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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