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Share the gift of togetherness this Eid Al-Fitr with Four Seasons Hotel Local media and influencers embrace the true spirit at the ‘Jawaher Tent’

KUWAIT: Marking its first Ramadan season Sintoho restaurant. Celebrate Eid Al-Fitr in zine with our very own Kuwait property fea- this year as one of the featured hotels on style with the delectable Eid Brunch package tured on its Hot List 2018 of best hotels. It is a Conde Nast Traveller Hot List available upon your stay, as Executive Chef very proud moment for us at Four Seasons 2018 of best hotels, Kuwait City’s new land- Sebastian Spriveri and his talented team pre- Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya and we look for- mark, Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj pare a feast of flavors, from zingy Asian bites ward to our journey ahead”. Alshaya invites guests to bring along loved to moreish pizzas fresh from wood-fired ovens. “Every experience at the Four Seasons ones this Eid Al-Fitr to enjoy spending time Marking its first Ramadan festivities since Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya is a unique one together, all in the comfort of luxurious opening its doors last year, the Hotel has and we were keen to reflect this in every ele- Arabian Four Seasons hospitality, with the introduced the exquisite ‘Jawaher Tent’, which ment within this year’s Ramadan tent, from the Family Getaway package and Eid Brunch has become the dynamic meeting point for aesthetic that takes inspiration from our package. and ghabqa in the heart of Kuwait City. hotel’s contemporary Arabian design, to the To make the most of the opportunity and to Featuring beautiful design details, an exciting range of dishes carefully curated for our spend more time in each other’s company, menu including live cooking stations, perform- guests. We look forward to the last days of Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya is ances by a band and an exceptional ambiance, Ramadan, and even more so to the three days offering a Family Getaway package, whereby the ‘Jawaher Tent’ is the ideal choice this of Eid Al-Fitr, a chance for our guests to cele- guests will receive 50 and off a second room Ramadan season. The Four Seasons Hotel brate with each other, as well as with our for children aged 18 years and under, or a Kuwait team took the opportunity to host a warm and friendly team here at the Hotel,” complimentary Superior Room when booking ghabga for Kuwait’s local media and influ- Jardin added. a suite, complete with a special room set-up encers, as a means of showing gratitude and In addition to the ‘Jawaher Tent’ this and amenities in the children’s room. thanks for their ongoing support. Ramadan, guests also have the option to dine Gathering around the dining table, the tra- Commenting on the success of its ‘Jawaher at signature Italian restaurant Dai Forni, Al ditional centre of Eid celebrations, promises to Tent’, Didier Jardin said: “The Holy month of Bandar Lounge or Al Soor Lounge. Elements be an exceptional experience this year set Ramadan and the success of our very first restaurants is closed throughout the holy against the backdrop of panoramic views over Ramadan Jawaher Tent, coincides with the month and will welcome guests once again on Kuwait City on the 21st floor of the Hotel prestigious recognition we have received by the first day of the Eid Al-Fitr holiday. Sintoho where East meets West, at Dai Forni and the Conde Nast Traveller Middle East maga- restaurant will be reopened on July 15, 2018.

Christians and Muslims: From competition to collaboration

Dear Muslim brothers and sisters, A spirit of competition has too often from competition and confrontation to an marked past relations between Christians effective cooperation for the common n his Providence, God the Almighty has and Muslims, the negative consequences of good. This particularly assist those most in granted you the opportunity to observe which are evident: jealousy, recriminations need, and allows us to offer a credible wit- Children share the joy of Eid Ianew the fasting of Ramadan and to and tensions. In some cases, these have led ness to the Almighty’s love for the whole of celebrate Eid Al-Fitr. to violent confrontations, especially where humanity. The Pontifical Council for Interreligious religions has been instrumentalized, above We all have the right and the duty to By Ben Garcia variety of dishes, play games and enjoy Dialogue appreciates the importance of all due to self-interest and political witness to the All-Powerful One we wor- the company of one another. But chil- this month and the great effort by the motives. ship, and to share our beliefs with others, uwait Times celebrates Ramadan dren are more excited to get new toys Muslims throughout the world to fast, pray Such interreligious competition wounds while respecting their religion and religious in Kuwait with 30 days of the and clothes. This is a tradition not only and share the Almighty’s gifts with the the image of religions and their followers, sentiments. KIcons of Ramadan. We highlight in Middle Eastern countries, but in the poor. and it fosters the view that religions are So that we may further peaceful and fra- our favorite activities, events, symbols rest of the world too. In Kuwait, during Mindful of the gifts prompted by not sources of peace, but of tension and ternal relations, let us work together and and foods that are popular during this Eid, parents buy something for their Ramadan, we join you in thanking the violence. honor each another. In this way we will holy month, along with Kuwait’s kids to enjoy the spirit of the festival Merciful God for his benevolence and gen- To prevent and overcome these negative give glory to the Almighty and promote Ramadan culture, history and traditions. marking the end of a month of fasting. erosity, and we extend to you our heartfelt consequences, it is important that we harmony in society, which is becoming Ramadan brings families and com- All supermarkets and department stores best wishes. Christians and Muslims recall the religious increasingly multi-ethnic, multi-religious munities together, which usually fosters have huge sales and promotions, The thoughts we would like to share and moral values that we share, while and multi-cultural. a strong sense of belonging and con- because the best way to share your love with you on this occasion, dear Muslim acknowledging our differences. By recog- We conclude by renewing our best nection. Families come together in this on Eid is with presents for your loved brothers and sisters, concern a vital aspect nizing what we hold in common and by wishes for a fruitful fast and a joyful Eid, holy month to experience the best of ones. of relations between Christmas and showing respect for our legitimate differ- and assure you of our solidarity in prayer. friendship and togetherness, which is Email us at [email protected] Muslims: the need to move from competi- ences, we can more firmly establish a solid — Message from the Vatican for the something they look forward to that with your favorite symbols of Ramadan tion to collaboration. foundation for peaceful relations, moving holy month of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr cuts across cultures. They gather over a and Ramadan photos.

KUWAIT: Qatar Airways recently hosted a ghabqa for the media on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan.— Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat