New pavillion for Global Village

Dubai Shopping Festival and the Al Futtaim promoted Dubai Festival City will be jointly organising Global Village 2004. The Global Village will open its doors to the public from the 15th January to the 15th February 2004.

Ibrahim Abdul Rahim, Global Village Director, Dubai Shopping Festival said, 'We are delighted that Bulgaria have joined the Global Village. Our objective is to offer as many varied cultures as possible. I am sure that the Bulgarian Pavilion and the other new pavilions taking part this year will add new value to The Global Village 2004.'

The Pavilions offer the public an opportunity to enjoy and learn about foreign and diverse cultures. Cuisines, souvenirs, gifts and information are displayed by each of the pavilions and people are invited to experience the different ambience created by each country.

Mr Omar Ansara, organizer for the Bulgarian Pavilion said; 'We are delighted and privileged to be involved in the Global Village 2004 at Dubai Shopping Festival this year. Many people across the world know very little about Bulgarian culture and traditions. This event gives us a unique opportunity to introduce Bulgaria to the world.'

The Bulgarian Pavilion hopes to attract many visitors with their interesting displays of traditional Bulgarian goods. Handicrafts and souvenirs will be available as will a selection of typical Bulgarian leather accessories ranging from handbags to belts. Original foods will be made available and there will be several information points whereby people can understand the geography and history of Bulgaria.

The Pavilion will also enable Bulgaria to promote its fast growing tourism industry. Ansara continued; 'We expect to have a travel partner with us who will be able to explain and introduce the wonderful vacations available throughout Bulgaria. For the duration of The Global Village we will be offering a number of special promotions and packages unique to the Dubai Shopping Festival. We not only want to introduce people to our culture but also to invite them to our country.'

Global Village 2004 is a concept developed and managed by DSF and Dubai Festival City. Last year the Global Village attracted around 3 million visitors making it one of the most popular attractions of the Dubai Shopping Festival.