Sahara Centre announces its Sharjah Summer Promotion 2008 offers

The Shaolin Troupe from China and visitors favourite - The Crazy Dunkers - from Lebanon are set to spice up entertainment in the mall.

Starting 26th June up till the 10th July, the Shaolin Troupe will use their knowledge of Martial arts to put up a show demonstrating observations of animal movements and physical endurance. The show will be featured twice daily 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm. The Shaolin Troupe comes from the ranks of the population among whom martial arts were widely practiced.

On popular demand, the Crazy Dunkers, return to the mall to host their favourite high-energy action filled performance. The show will run from the 23rd July to the 14th August, every evening between 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm.

Last but not the least, adding to the adventure at Sahara, during the SSP 2008, shoppers will get to show off in brand new stylish Cadillac Escalade EXT's. Every shopper spending Dh200 at any outlet at Sahara Centre will be eligible to take part in the raffle, which will be conducted twice during the 10-week promotion. The first draw will be held on 19th July followed by the second on 22 nd Aug at 8.00 pm in the mall.

The annual Sharjah Summer Promotion that runs parallel with the Dubai Summer Surprises 2008 is scheduled to run from June 19th to Aug 22nd 2008.

Commenting on the SSP, Jean Pierre Nammour, Managing Director of Sahara Centre, said: "SSP 2007 was extraordinary for Sahara Centre. Our visitors were delighted and that is what we strived for. In 2008, we promise an unforgettable experience to our shoppers. Sahara Centre is an ideal shopping destination and we are glad that the government of Sharjah is encouraging us (malls) to hold activities during this time. Such initiatives not only add excitement to the shopping process but also put Sharjah distinctively on the map of great shopping destinations attracting international, regional and local interest."

Commenting on the beginning of the SSP 2008, Rima Chammas, Marketing Manager, Sahara Centre said "Our biggest challenge is to get better every quarter, plan activities that entertain and excite our visitors. Same time last year we introduced the Sahara goes extreme campaign which increased our visitor traffic by 25% and helped our tenants with a 20% increase in sales. This year we promise "a high adrenaline summer" to our visitors. The Shaolin Troupe will be a sure shot win among the visitors and on the demand of our visitors we have brought the Crazy Dunkers back."

Sahara Centre has value-added customer offers, unbelievable bargains at select outlets and one of its kind entertainment activities through the Sharjah Summer Promotion.

Visitors are encouraged to visit Sahara Centre during the festive season of SSP and experience the unbelievable offers on international brands across the stores in the mall and get a chance to win while you spend.