Words of Wisdom - the Editor

Peace.
Got busy with a new project. So couldn’t add more news. Although I came across a fine article by a brother on the history and future of Islamic Banking. I was surprised to know that Islamic banking had beginnings in 1975. Wow. That’s almost as early as my birth. And I guess if there are enough like minded people any idea is bound to grow. I too used to wonder if I can invest without plunging into interest based transactions.

UK I noticed is taking some fine initiatives to promote Shariah Finance. Also came across a western brother or atleast who calls Muslims his brothers and sisters but laughs cynically at the DOW Islamic index as 'bending backwards' to accommodate those guys who have four wives and cut of peoples hands. O well some people just don't get it, do they?

Sunday, March 30, 2008

TAMANI Hotel Marina is now open for business.

Sunday, 17 February 2008

TAMANI Hotels and Resorts, a member of KM Holding, in association with Al Rostamani Group is proud to announce the opening of the Group's first managed hotel; the TAMANI Hotel Marina, at the Group's iconic 55-storeys Marina Tower.

H.E. Khalid A. bin Sulayem, Director General, Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) inaugurated the hotel.

VIPs and leading personalities from the hospitality and tourism sectors along with media representatives from Dubai and UAE were given a tour of the all-suites hotel. Mr. bin Sulayem was accompanied on his tour of the tower, by Mr. Marwan Abdulla Al Rostamani, Chairman of Al Rostamani Group, and Mr. Hassan Al Rostamani, Vice-Chairman of Al Rostamani Group.

"This is truly another beautiful landmark hotel to rise in Dubai Marina. I am happy to note that TAMANI is the first branded UAE Islamic hotel operator promoting Arabic hospitality and Islamic values. From what I have seen during the tour there is no doubt that this is a new brand of hospitality which will be recognised in the market.", commented Mr. bin Sulayem. Mr. bin Sulayem is the Director General of DTCM, the sole authority for the licensing and classification of hotels and hotel apartments in the emirate.

The first and tallest all-suites hotel in the upscale Dubai Marina area features 209 luxurious rooms designed by the TAMANI Art and Design Team. Each room is decorated with impressive Arabic art masterpieces designed by local and international artists in the region and the world exclusively for the TAMANI Hotel Marina.

"The Al Rostamani Group in opting for an Islamic hotel product for this property and as such have selected TAMANI Hotels and Resorts, to manage and operate it on our behalf. We look forward to establishing TAMANI Marina as a destination for business and leisure travellers" said Marwan Abdulla Al Rostamani.

"TAMANI Hotels and Resorts brand is committed to offering owners and developers unique hotel product offerings in terms of business operation as well as product design. We are proud to say that TAMANI Hotels and Resorts is equipped to take on board hotel projects from inception in terms of market feasibility and financial study, to design conception, construction and delivery. We stand by our brand proposition of adding value without necessary opting to sell alcohol", stated Khulood Abdulla Al Rostamani, Chairman of TAMANI Hotels and Resorts and Co-Founder and Executive Director of KM Holding, the parent company of TAMANI Hotels and Resorts.

"Part of our brand value revolves around our vision to promote Islamic and Middle Eastern Arts, the TAMANI Hotel Marina will exemplify this brand promise in showcasing exclusive and unique artworks", she added.

TAMANI Hotel Marina enjoys breathtaking views of The Palm Jumeirah and is in close proximity to the business and recreational centres of the new Dubai location. It is just two minutes away from Dubai Media City and walking distance to companies located in Dubai Internet City.

Nestled right at the centre of Dubai Marina and very close to the Marina Promenade as well as the Dubai Marina Motor Yacht Club; this newest and tallest all-suites five star hotel in this upscale neighbourhood is poised to become a hot spot for discerning guests travelling to Dubai on a short or long stay visit.

Standing tall at 55 storeys, TAMANI Hotel Marina provides guests with choices of two, three and four bedroom suites with a spectacular view of The Palm Jumeirah, Marina and the Dubai skylines.

A dedicated ladies floor is specially designed with amenities for ladies and serviced by female hotel associates. Each suite at TAMANI Hotel Marina comes with a separate living and kitchen area and on-call chef and butler services available for in-suite dining.

Leisure facilities include the TAMANI health and fitness club with two swimming pools: indoor and outdoor that overlooks the beautiful man-made Palm Island, Jumeirah. Professional fitness trainers are on hand to assist guests with their required fitness program using state-of-the-art gym equipments.

"TAMANI was launched in May 2007 during the Arabian Travel Market and announcing to open 15 hotels in the next 5 years. We are currently working on many developments and will announce more of it at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market in May of this year, where we will participate for the second time. Outside of Dubai, we are looking at Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Saudi Arabia, and are exploring opportunities to develop a three- to four-star star chain of modern style hotels in other cities under study," said Mr. Alain Guernier, CEO of TAMANI Hotels and Resorts.

TAMANI Hotels and Resorts have been appointed by KM Properties as the hotel management company for the TAMANI Arts Hotel and Offices in the Artisan Cluster and the TAMANI Hotel at Park Lane Commercial Tower both projects shall bring up to 500 hotel and suite rooms to the market.

Both TAMANI Hotels and Resorts and KM Properties are sister companies under KM Holding. Reservations at the TAMANI Hotel Marina can be booked by visiting the hotel website, www.tamani.com.

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