MENALAC (Middle East,North Africa Leisure & Attraction Council)

MENALAC Members - are you making the most of your membership? MENALAC aims to be an indispensable resource for members and a common platform for the attraction industry, offering a range of benefits including various brand visibility opportunities, access to Member Directory, participation & learning at events and regional industry updates. Be sure to make the most of your MENALAC membership by checking out our comprehensive video that will take you through the plethora of opportunities available to you Contact the MENALAC Team at membership@menalac.org Al Hokair Group IMG Worlds of Adventure Landmark Leisure Majid Al Futtaim ENTERTAINMENT Abdullah Al Othaim Leisure and Tourism Antics Land Helix Solutions EMEA-DMCC (EMBED @INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD.) Semnox Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Amusement Services International LLC Warehouse of Games Ltd. WhiteWater  IdeaCrate EDUTAINMENT COMPANY LLC WALLTOPIA QubicaAMF Worldwide - Bowling Products @AL ITHARAH AMUSEMENT CENTER LLC (Adventureland UAE) Miral Experiences TÜV SÜD Emaar Entertainment LLC HPS Play Company Intercard #MENALACMembers #AttractionIndustry #MembershipBenefits #MENALACEvents #IndustryUpdates #MaximizeMembership #MENALACOpportunities #BrandVisibility #MemberDirectory #IndustryLearning #MENALACCommunity #RegionalUpdates #menalac

Get practising your swing! The MENALAC Golf Day is set to be another fantastic day of laughter, connections and some holes-in-one on Sunday 6th April 2025!! Join like-minded leisure industry professionals from 11am on the greens of Dubai Hills Golf Course, Dubai, for a day that blends business with pleasure. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just looking to enjoy the atmosphere, MENALAC Golf Day is your chance to engage with the best in the business, all while enjoying a day on the course. And for those who aren’t keen on the game, you can still join us for the evening networking session from 4:30pm. Limited spots, so secure yours now: https://lnkd.in/dRMsU2zc #MENALACGolfDay #NetworkingOnTheGreens #GolfAndBusiness #LeisureIndustry #DubaiEvents #GolfInDubai #BusinessWithPleasure #IndustryConnections #MENAEvents #DubaiHillsGolf #GolfProfessionals #LeisureNetworking #HoleInOneDay #MENAEntertainment #GolfDay2025 Alwalid Albaltan Silvio Liedtke Fahad Al Obailan Mohamed Attia Rob McMenamin Monira Alsabah Shifa Yusuff Ali Ahmed Yusuf Mohammed Rashad Alhinai Ahmad Kamel Shezad Abdullah Hind Galadari @Yawar Pasha Ghassan M. Assi Michael Rigby Davide Camaiora Juan Richards

#menanews The much-loved Harry Potter Film series has come to Saudi Arabia’s capital as part of Riyadh Season | موسم الرياض 2024 in Boulevard City. Launched in 2019, the Riyadh Season is a major entertainment event that takes place every winter and attracts global visitors for concerts, sports, and unique cultural activities. Harry Potter: A Riyadh Season Adventure pop-up experience opened on 10 December 2024 and is the first of its kind in the Kingdom. The ticketed event offers fans an unforgettable adventure into a magical realm inspired by the Harry Potter film series. Guests can discover areas in and around Hogwarts Castle, including iconic spots like the Great Hall and the moving staircases. They can also attempt a Quaffle toss at the Quidditch Pitch, take photos in front of the castle backdrop, and find exclusive merchandise at renowned wizarding venues, including Ollivander’s Wand Shop and Madam Malkin’s Robes for All Occasions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dbTXFF_q #HarryPotterRiyadh #RiyadhSeason2024 #MagicalAdventure #BoulevardCity #HarryPotterExperience #SaudiArabiaEvents #WizardingWorld #HogwartsInRiyadh #RiyadhSeasonMagic #HarryPotterFans #MENAEntertainment #RiyadhEvents #PotterheadsUnite #CulturalExperiences #FamilyEntertainment

Don’t miss out on your opportunity to shape the future of the MENA leisure and entertainment industry. Stand out within the largest data collection for the MENA leisure sector and demonstrate your commitment to its evolution. ADVERTISE NOW in the MENA Leisure Report 2025: https://lnkd.in/dTdMipYa Contribute your expertise: https://lnkd.in/gN-iFRfB #MENALeisureReport #LeisureIndustry #EntertainmentSector #MENAEntertainment #ShapeTheFuture #IndustryInsights #MENAOpportunities #AdvertiseNow #LeisureAndEntertainment #FutureOfLeisure #DataDrivenGrowth #ContributeNow #MENALeisure #LeisureInnovation

#menanews Jordan’s tourism sector is looking to 2025 with optimism, anticipating a stronger economic recovery driven by regional stability and increased cross-border movement. With the recent ceasefire in Gaza, industry stakeholders are hopeful for a renewed influx of travellers, which could revitalise a sector that remains a cornerstone of Jordan’s economy. According to the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, the number of Jordanians travelling abroad for tourism purposes rose by 0.7 per cent in 2024 compared with the previous year, reaching 1.675 million travellers. While this growth signals a steady interest in outbound travel, industry experts are calling for targeted strategies to stimulate both inbound and outbound tourism, leveraging shifting regional dynamics to drive economic growth. Tourism operator Mansour Shabsough told The Jordan Times , “The ceasefire has positively impacted regional sentiment, and we anticipate a gradual recovery in the sector. The improved stability is expected to create a more favourable environment for tourism and economic activity overall.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/dDP8d6Gq #JordanTourism #Travel2025 #EconomicRecovery #RegionalStability #InboundTourism #OutboundTourism #MiddleEastTravel #TourismGrowth #ExploreJordan #VisitJordan #GazaCeasefire #TravelUpdates #TourismIndustry #SustainableTourism #TravelAndTourism Jordan Tourism Board

#membernews Vintia, a specialist in innovative all-in-one ticketing and booking systems, has reached a significant milestone by completing its first swimming pool project in Scandinavia, in conjunction with Klubben, one of Norway’s leading suppliers of sports and swimming pool solutions. Voldabadet, a contemporary swimming pool in Volda, west Norway, opened this month and features Vintia’s advanced cashless technology. The new Voldabadet swimming pool has adopted the Vintia system, to provide a seamless, hassle-free experience for its users. Cutting-edge wristbands can be used throughout the entire visitor experience, from using lockers and access control gates to making purchases at cashier terminals or self-service kiosks. The technology prioritises convenience, to ensure that guests are not distracted from the breathtaking views of the Norwegian landscape. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dpt6f8w4 #Vintia #InnovativeTech #CashlessSolutions #TicketingSystems #SwimmingPoolInnovation #Voldabadet #Norway #SeamlessExperience #VisitorExperience #WristbandTechnology #Klubben #SportsSolutions #Scandinavia #SmartTechnology

What will the MENA leisure and attractions industry look like in 10 years time? The upcoming MENA LEISURE REPORT 2025 will provide readers with the ultimate insights into the future of the sector. And you can be a part of our beloved leisure industry’s growth-plan by contributing to the MENA LEISURE REPORT 2025. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐡𝐚.𝐣𝐚𝐢𝐧@𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐜.𝐨𝐫𝐠  to find out more #MENALeisure #AttractionsIndustry #FutureOfLeisure #MENA2025 #LeisureGrowth #EntertainmentIndustry #MENAInsights #LeisureReport #Innovation #IndustryTrends #MENALAC #LeisureDevelopment #ContactUs #GrowthPlan

#menanews Morocco welcomed 17.4 million international tourists in 2024, a 20% increase on 2023, making it the most-visited country in all of Africa, according to the latest UN Tourism data. Fatim-Zahra AMMOR, Minister of Tourism Handicrafts and Social and Solidarity Economy for the kingdom, shared the data, during an official visit to Morocco by UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili.   UN Tourism has strengthened its partnership with Morocco, a key ally in its mission to grow innovation across Africa and boost investments into the tourism sector of the region. Pololikashvili celebrated its achievements in growing tourism and making the sector a pillar of economic diversification and sustainable growth.    Fatim-Zahra Ammor outlined the prospects for the years ahead, with Morocco set to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup and the 35th edition of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON-2025) Read more: https://lnkd.in/daZGPkJh #Morocco #Tourism #UNTourism #Africa #Travel #EconomicGrowth #SustainableTourism #Innovation #FIFAWorldCup2030 #AFCON2025 #TourismDevelopment #Investment #CulturalHeritage

Be the data driving smart decisions    Take part in the MENA LEISURE REPORT OPERATORS SURVEY and support the evolution of the MENA leisure and entertainment industry with the ultimate data collection for the region. This survey for operators will take only a few minutes but can impact years of success for our beloved MENA leisure sector. To know more, contact neha.jain@menalac.org  #DataDrivenDecisions #MENAEntertainment #LeisureIndustryInsights #MENALeisureReport #OperatorsSurvey #ShapeTheFuture #IndustryEvolution #MENAEntertainmentTrends #SuccessThroughData #MENALAC

Don’t miss MENALAC’s recent Vendor Talk for the latest thoughts on surf parks from Director of Thinking Adrenaline, Damon Tudor, who discusses how he feels that surf parks have the ability to offer the MENA region an exciting new attraction for all guests. Check out the full article where expert Damon highlights the benefits of surf parks including building a community and offering accessible experiences. “Surf parks bring an awesome experience that various people love and make it possible for so many others that may have seen it as beyond their aspirational grasp.” Read it here: https://lnkd.in/dYdh9mDn #MENALAC #VendorTalk #SurfParks #MENAAttractions #LeisureIndustry #InnovativeAttractions #CommunityBuilding #AccessibleExperiences #AdventureParks #FutureOfEntertainment Craig Stoddart