Kempinski Hotel Muscat celebrated its one-year anniversary by hosting members of the press in a warm gathering at Amwaj Lounge, followed by an Irish-themed brunch at the all-day-dining restaurant, The Kitchen. In light of the hotel’s milestone, Carsten Wiegandt, General Manager of Kempinski Hotel Muscat, said, “We opened our doors in March 2018, and have come a long way this past year, from welcoming our first guests and restaurant patrons, to the first events and weddings. We continuously aim to provide our guests with a blend of Omani hospitality and timeless European elegance.” Designed with a variety of local Omani influences, Kempinski Hotel Muscat blends traditional Omani hospitality with the timeless European elegance of Kempinski.
Bank Muscat Launches Visa Prepaid Card
Bank Muscat has launched a feature-rich prepaid card in association with Visa. The launch ceremony was held at the bank’s head office in the presence of Sheikh Waleed Al Hashar, Chief Executive Officer, and Marcello Baricordi, General Manager of Visa – Middle East and North Africa. Prepaid to pay for all transactions, the reloadable card is designed for everyday use, enhancing convenience and security. The prepaid card can be loaded with a cash amount preferred by customers, as many times as needed. Customers are required to maintain an account with Bank Muscat to acquire the prepaid card, which can be used in Oman and abroad. Customers can walk into a branch and instantly obtain up to 3 cards with a total paid-up limit of RO 2000.