Sharjah economic and tourism officials laud summer promotions that will give away four Peugeot 307s and family getaways at Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort among other prizes
Sharjah, UAE – Expect loads of fun and prizes this summer in Sahara Centre when Sharjah’s favourite shopping and entertainment destination launches its AED 3 million Cruise Your Way to a Weekend Getaway promotions from 15 June to 31 August, featuring four (4) Peugeot 307 cc and 32 family vacation getaways at Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort.
The Cruise Your Way to a Weekend Getaway was launched in simple ceremonies attended by Mr. Ali Salem Al Mahmoud, Director General, Sharjah Economic Development Department; Mohammed Al Noman, Director, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority; Mrs. Nawal Askar, Deputy Director, Economic and Public Relations, Sharjah Economic Development Department; Mr. Jehad Alzaabi, Head of Commercial Development Section & Trade Centres, Sharjah Economic Development Department and Mr. Mohammad Bin Fares, Head of Sales and Promotions, Sharjah Economic Department, as well as Sahara Centre’s top management team led by general manager Dean John.
For a minimum spend of AED200 on any retail outlet in Sahara Centre, shoppers get a raffle coupon to enter the four (4) draws on July 4 and 24, as well as on August 12 and 31.
The exciting summer promotion positions Sahara Centre as the ideal destination for residents and tourists from across the GCC to have an entertaining and rewarding alternative for their shopping and leisure needs this summer.
The mall will be abuzz with activities for the entire family, such as the Sahara Centre Fun Factory, where mall clowns Makit and Brakit will entertain shoppers and guests with fun and exciting stories, workshops, Kermes games, animation, interactive activities, to name a few. The amiable clowns will also be giving away gifts and prizes to kids throughout the promotion period.
As a bonus treat, majority of Sahara Centre’s retail outlets are participating in a mall-wide discount extravaganza, which promises as much as 70 per cent discount to shoppers. There will also be beauty make-over sessions, art exhibits, and nutrition seminars designed to entertain and educate guests while shopping at Sahara Centre.
And from 15 July to 31 August, Sahara Centre will also feature the Best Summer of My Life Kids Art Exhibition and Competition, showcasing artworks created by children which will later be judged, giving the young artists a chance to win exciting prizes from Sahara Centre. Interested participants are requested to contact Sahara Centre’s Marketing Department at 06.5313666 for further details.
“The onset of the summer season traditionally sees an upsurge in retail spending in major shopping establishments in the region. While most malls are crowded and rarely offer a genuine break from all the hassle, Sahara Centre is well positioned to be the best place to shop, dine and play this summer with one of the best mix of retail shops in the region, in addition to a relaxing and world-class shopping environment with plenty of open spaces and cozy cafes - just the kind of shopping experience everyone is looking for during summer,” said Dean John, General Manager, Sahara Centre.
Congratulating Sahara Centre for its attractive summer promotional package, Mr. Al Noman said, “I would like to commend Sahara Centre for being at the forefront of Sharjah’s drive to attract local and regional tourists. The range of activities is impressive, and promises a summer of fun and pleasure for the entire family, especially for women and children. I have no doubt this will be a successful promotion once again.”
Sahara Centre is also home to the widely popular leisure area for children, the Adventureland, which features a variety of fun and entertaining rides and attractions.
Sharjah’s leading mall also boasts the recently launched cosmic Bowling City which offers the best mix of sporting fun and entertainment that caters to the whole family.
“Easily accessible to Sharjah and Dubai residents, as well as of the Northern Emirates, Sahara Centre’s strategic location offers a hassle-free shopping and leisure haven for both local customers and tourists,” added John.
About Sahara Centre
The Centre opened in February 2002, becoming Sharjah's leading mall and a major competitor to Dubai's outlets. In addition to its wealth of first-class retail outlets, Sahara features the 70,000 square foot Adventureland, a dynamic children's play zone housing 20 thrilling rides, including the UAE's first indoor roller coaster, a multi-level train and water flume ride; Grand Sahara Cinemas, equipped with state-of-the-art screens for the latest movies in town; Bowling City for the biggest bowling entertainment destination within a mall in the UAE; and a multicultural food court that features 42 outlets and an intriguing array of international cuisines.
The Sahara Centre is open from 10 am to 10 pm on weekdays and from 10 am until 11 pm on weekends.
