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Qanat Al Qasba participates successfully at World Travel Market

Qanat Al Qasba, Sharjah's top cultural, leisure and entertainment destination, announced its successful participation in this year's edition of the four-day World Travel Market held in London from 12 to 15 November.

  • United Arab Emirates: Sunday, November 18 - 2007 at 10:48
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Hazem Sawaf, Marwan Al Sarkal and Ahmed Al Qaseer.
Hazem Sawaf, Marwan Al Sarkal and Ahmed Al Qaseer.


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The second time participation of Qanat Al Qasba at WTM, one of the most prestigious happenings in the travel and tourism industry, proved to be a great success, claim QAQ representatives. As part of the Emirate of Sharjah's grand stand, the QAQ stand received a large number of visitors and trade visitors from the travel and tourism industry from various countries represented at the exhibition.

Attractive brochures and leaflets about Qanat Al Qasba and its landmarks and activities were handed out to all visitors during the four day event. A short video was also broadcast to demonstrate the unique location's identity and its new spectacular cultural, tourism and entertainment portfolio aiming at enhancing its position as the destination of choice to visitors and residents alike.

Marwan Al Sarkal, CEO of Qanat Al Qasba Development Authority, said,

'Our second participation at WTM was successful and went far beyond our expectations. Our participation and the material made available about this fantastic destination have no doubt made very positive impact on senior officials and visitors who were keen to know more about QAQ and its offerings.'



Added Al Sarkal, 'What we accomplished during this WTM would have never been achieved without the generous and endless support of the Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority. The strategic location and the area of their stand allocated to us by the Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority made us conspicuous and our presentations a greater success.'




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Since its reopening in 2005, Qanat Al Qasba has evolved into a perfect community location to the residents of the UAE and visitors from abroad. It has proved to be a meeting place for all families who wish to experience high-class and modern entertainment, cultural and leisure attractions.

The evolving community center that offers a plethora of activities suitable for all throughout the year also boasts some of Sharjah's best landmarks including the Eye of the Emirates, the highest observatory wheel in the region, and the upcoming 'Al Qasba Tornado Fountain', the first musical creative fountain in the region. Qanat Al Qasba also offers a wide variety of restaurants and cafes nestled picturesquely along the canal banks, great shopping experiences, Kiddies play areas and a peaceful atmosphere for some quality family time.

About the Qanat Al Qasba Development Authority
Qanat Al Qasba Development Authority was established as per the directives of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, to oversee the development of the Qanat Al Qasba, into an impressive entertainment, leisure and cultural hub of the UAE. Chaired by H.E Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, the Authority seeks to reinforce the Emirate position as the cultural capital of the region and promote the flow of learning and information within specific disciplines.

For further information please contact Miss Hessah Sultan - Public Relations Manager- Qanat Al Qasba-Sharjah, Tel. 065560777, Mobile 050 5173244.
Anne-Birte Stensgaard Posted by Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News Editor
Sunday, November 18 - 2007 at 10:48 UAE local time (GMT+4)

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