By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing writer From Morocco to Kuwait, the Arab world covers 22 countries and has become a popular destination for many travelers. These are endless reasons why someone may visit the Arab world; business, vacation, and religious reasons are just a few. Ever since oil was discovered in Saudi Arabia … Continued
By: Lindsey Penn/Arab America Contributing Writer Tunisia is known by many people as the country that started the Arab Spring or its ancient Roman ruins, but there’s so much more to the country than that. The beautiful Tunisian coast attracts a lot of tourists, in addition to its beautiful buildings and museums. Beyond that, Tunisia … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: On November 30, 2021, the FIFA Arab Cup soccer tournament kicked off in the country of Qatar. The ‘Arab Cup’ ran until December 18, 2021, and during the timeframe of the competition, many exciting matches took place. So, what is the purpose of the FIFA Arab … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Comoros is a nation of islands, and it is also the only country in the Arab League that is in the Southern Hemisphere. Comoros has beautiful tourist sites, lots of interesting histories, and cultures behind it, but did you know because of its multicultural heritage, it … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Welcome to The Historian’s Toolkit! This is a three-part series focusing on the tools of the trade that historians use to study the past as well as how we can use those items to learn about a topic of history in the Arab World. The Historian’s … Continued
By: Lyric Ludwig/Arab America Contributing Writer Early in Arab history, the one major European power that they encounter is the “Byzantine” Empire. The so-called “Byzantine Empire” was the first major obstacle for the Arabs when it came to conquering the cities of the Levant and turning into a major regional and world empire (besides the … Continued
President Stephanie Linnartz, Top Ranking Female Executive in the Hospitality Sector, Discusses “The Future of Hospitality” Latest NUSACC “Thought Leaders” Event Attracts About 700 Stakeholders Representing 60 Different Countries The National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) continued its golden anniversary year with a Thought Leader Series webinar featuring Stephanie Linnartz, President of Marriott … Continued
By: Waverly Nohr/ Arab America contributing writer What is the Middle East known for? For many people, the Middle East can be known for the arid climate and desserts that span across countries. One thing that is overlooked is the waterfalls. In this article, Morocco is our subject, and you’ll be learning about five breathtaking … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and it also has its own unique musical and dance genres that are borne out of numerous traditions. These traditions stem from many influences including the cultures of the Amazigh, Arabs, Berbers, Gnawa, … Continued
By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing Writer The Arab world is home to societies with the highest incomes and societies with the lowest incomes in the world. The MENA economy is affected by many factors including political instability, geopolitical location, climate, and conflict dynamics. During the Ottoman Empire Arabs traded goods around the world. … Continued
The National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) announced today that His Excellency Fareed Yasseen, the Republic of Iraq’s Ambassador to the United States, has been selected as NUSACC’s 2021 “Ambassador of the Year.” This award, begun in 2004, is given annually to a member of the Arab diplomatic corps in the USA for … Continued
SOURCE: THE WASHINGTON POST BY: SHIRA RUBIN On a recent evening, Dubai boutique owner Coralie Francois stuffed a large suitcase with bras and underwear and hauled her goods across town to the spacious walk-in closet of one of her most loyal clients. Surrounded by designer high heels, flowing maxi dresses and full-length mirrors, Francois recalled parking herself on a … Continued
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