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Khalid Ahmed Juman

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Tariq Khonji

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Mohammed Hassan

Charlie Holding

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Hussain Al Zaimoor

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DURRAH LUXURY MAGAZINE

PO Box 13990, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain T. +973 77077777 F. +973 17226555

Durrah is back with yet another issue offering carefully curated content from the world of luxury!

In this issue, we cover the ceremony celebrating the 22nd National Action Charter Anniversary, where His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received, in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, senior Royal Family members at the Al-Sakhir Palace. We also feature the historic win of His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Royal Endurance Team Captain His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, as he clinched the World Endurance Championship.

We explore the multifaceted ‘47 Layers’ by Bahraini artist Hala bint Mohammed Al Khalifa, which features 47 of her works that refect the artist’s personal journey and the unique culture of Bahrain. And we sit down with Iraq Football Association (IFA) President, Adnan Dirjal to discuss the milestone achievement of Iraq hosting the latest Arabian Gulf Cup, the challenges the Association has faced, and the exciting developments that are on the horizon.

As you would have come to expect by now from Durrah, we bring you rare insights from the luxury world’s most prominent names. Bell & Ross

General Manager Fabien De Nonancourt, MB&F CEO Maximilian Büsser, National Hotels CEO Zaher Al Ajjawi, General Manager of The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence and Spa Petr Dubsky, and Abdul Lateef Al Aujan just to name a few.

And of course, Durrah wouldn’t be Durrah if it didn’t have a healthy dose of pages featuring interviews with some of the world’s greatest artists and chefs, must-visit shopping destinations, luxurious hospitality outlets, and much more.

These are just some of the unique offerings in this issue. And as you have come to expect by now, every Durrah issue comes full to the brim with our recommendations of must-visit travel destinations, fne dining restaurants, high-end fashion brands, and lots of content catering to the discerning connoisseur. Where there’s luxury, there’s Durrah.

Enjoy your read!

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DURRAH is a premium quarterly English-language luxury lifestyle magazine, covering topics including VIP interviews, fashion, yachting, architecture, art and culture, jewellery and travel, Durrah’s quality is unsurpassed. Durrah, in Arabic, translates to ‘Pearl’, and focuses on luxury that is based on substance and lifestyle with intellect, rather than excess. On contemporary living that evolves from deepset roots, rather than globalization, ensuring an inherently authentic flavour for a globally travelled audience. With a core focus on the colourful fusion of both traditional and modern elements that make up the Arabian identity, Durrah aims to promote and preserve all of the elements that make the Arabian Gulf so unique. Durrah adopts international standards, however also remains closely connected to Middle Eastern heritage, culture and achievements, all of which are prominently featured.

ISSN 2210-1322 www.durrah.bh e.mail: info@durrah.bh