Shopping continues to be major attraction among GCC visitors
Dubai, May 2009: Despite the economic downturn the therapy and enjoyment of shopping continues to be an important leisure activity for visiting guests from Saudi Arabia and GCC countries.
80% of guests indicated that enjoying the range of shopping in Dubai is a serious factor in choosing their destination and hotel. “Many guests ask about the shopping even before they check-in!” commented Muin Sehan General Manager of Tamani Hotel Marina.
The Shopping-Meter provides leisure customers with a visual understanding of how many conveniently located shopping malls there are in relation to the Tamani Hotel Marina.
“Being located in the Marina area so close the motorway network, makes it very convenient for drivers and taxi drivers to get to the major malls in a matter of minutes, added General Manager Mr Sehan.”
Dubai’s high reputation as a leading leisure and shopping destination within the GCC is also well known for its rich Arabic culture. The TAMANI Hotel Marina which is located right at the central hub of recreation and commerce in Dubai Marina also enjoys easy and convenient access to the best shopping malls in the city including Marina Mall (3 minutes), Marina Walk (4 minutes), Souk Madinat (5 minutes), Mall of Emirates (6 minutes), Ibn Battuta Mall (10 minutes), Mercato Mall (12 minutes) and Dubai Mall in Sheikh Zayed Road (15 minutes).
“There is just so much choice when it comes to shopping malls, and they are so close and convenient to TAMANI Hotel Marina, just look at the shopping dashboard…” commented Roddy Gordon VP Sales and Marketing.