Testimonials

Heike, You were most kind and professional escorting me during the short introduction to Abu Dhabi. Thank you for that and, not only for exposing me to some of the facilities, establishments, culture and productions, but more so for the very kind and generous way in which you did so.

Prof. Johann Coetzee, South Africa

This was not only an extremely educational and enlightening workshop, but probably one of the best lectures i've ever experienced. Ali has a very rare talent and ability that instantly captures the attention of his audience. He is professional at all times yet still maintains a sense of fun and light heartedness in his talks. I strongly recommend that if given the chance, everyone should experience his workshops. Brilliant! ;-)

Vijay Ramburuth, Abu Dhabi

An effective way to help expatriate staff gain a deeper insight and knowledge of the values, vision and heritage of the country in which we have chosen to live and work. Ali Alsaloom is an engaging, enthusiastic communicator whose commitment is evident in his interactive and motivating workshops.

Sheikha Mahra Khalid Saqer Al Qassimi, TDIC

Ali!! hey, my name is Nina and i was working at the Abu Dhabi grand prix last week.. i am just writing to you to say thank you so so much for your culture talk.. i think we all needed it.. it helped every single person there understand more about the UAE.. religion, traditions and respect.. absolutely amazing!! everyone was talking about you for the next few days... amazed at how good your talk was!! so thank you again, it was fantastic and eye opening... I’ve been telling everyone about the stuff you told us.. educating Britain bit by bit!!

Nina

I just wanted to write and let you know how much I appreciated all your hard work, help and flexibility during the group's visit to Abu Dhabi. Your professionalism, knowledge, enthusiasm and ability to relate to the group certainly helped make this a memorable visit to Abu Dhabi for everyone.

Julia Dietel, Germany

At Net Tours, we always invested in the country and its cultural heritage, traditions and natural attractions to let people know what Arabia can offer. In our vision I encountered in Ali Alsaloom, his colleagues and his establishment a right partner to convoy the real spirit of our destination and Net Tours Abu Dhabi considers Embrace Arabia a valid and long-term partner to put Abu Dhabi in the Word Tourism Map.

Anwar Abu Monassar, Net Tours Abu Dhabi

I want to seize the chance to express our appreciation and gratitude for the outstanding educational intercultural training workshop about UAE that your company organized and provided for our organization. Our staff is more knowledgeable about the do’s and don’ts of their new homeland “the UAE” and more comfortable in dealing with their UAE Nationals’ colleagues which provides a great outcome results in terms of communicating and dealing with customers. We recommend your courses and cultural services to anyone who has an interest in having a healthier atmosphere in their organizations. I would recommend Embrace Arabia to any potential clients interested in doing business in the UAE or to have intercultural training workshops for their staffs.

Mahmood Bashaash, E-Biz International – UAE

Your programs, which are designed to meet the needs of our professionals and their families transferring in and out of the UAE, have been outstanding in addition to the intercultural training workshops and guidance you provide to our clients in order to continually improve their staff communication skills with their partners and customers in the region and not just in the UAE. The on-going dialogue to assess the needs of our specific clients and the individual follow-up with our employees is an evidence of your interest in the success of each person who participates in one of your programs. The network of facilitators and leaders in the field of cross-cultural training that you bring to us is superior. Each session is led by first-class professionals who are well versed in issues of adjustment to life overseas and cross-cultural communication, as well as bringing specific knowledge of the countries of origin/destination of the participants. The programs are comprehensive and clear in content. Our employees and their families consistently rate the cultural training programs among the best and most important aspect of their preparation for life abroad. I deeply thank you for playing a critical role in the success of our global programs.

Virginie Desplaces, Nomad Relocation Services – France, Switzerland, UAE

Thank you so much Ali for an outstanding cultural tour and briefing of both Abu Dhabi and Dubai, two very different and diverse cities. We learned a great deal about the UAE in a very short amount of time, and the Yale University faculty and administrators who participated in your program benefited very much from the in depth knowledge that you and your associates possess. I highly recommend Embrace Arabia to other university groups from the United States and from around the world.

Aleta Wenger,Yale University

I attended the WIAD function addressed by Mr. Ali Alsaloom on the topic -“The Gulf: It’s People & Culture”. This is my 20th year in the UAE, a country I love very much & feel so safe and happy to be in. However, I had never really been initiated into the true unadulterated version of its history, culture & religion, & finally, the year we hope to retire & go back to Sri Lanka, I live to learn through Mr. Ali.I was spellbound by his presentation. Mr. Ali is truly an ambassador for the Gulf. His presentation was articulate, informative & liberally laced with humour. His personality was one of great charm. He lived & breathed his subject matter & imparted his knowledge & experience leaving 80 odd ladies thirsting for more.

Rohini Seneviratne, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Thank you so much for our tour of Abu Dhabi - my mother was absolutely delighted to have met a local Emirati. It made such a huge difference to her stay here in the UAE, and I know for certain she has gone back to Australia to talk to her friends and family about the wonderful hospitality and friendship of the Emiratis.

Kelly Smith , UAE

I was spellbound by his presentation. Mr. Ali is truly an ambassador for the Gulf. His presentation was articulate, informative & liberally laced with humour. His personality was one of great charm. He lived & breathed his subject matter & imparted his knowledge & experience leaving 80 odd ladies thirsting for more.

Rohini Seneviratne, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Great Tourist Guide & Great Ambassador of his country culture, Ali’s unique city tour services, knowledge and skills were very helpful and greatly appreciated to explain, he added so much value to my first experience in the Middle East. Thank you again Ali.

Laurence J. Forrest, United Kingdom

It really was a marvelous tour and so much of this was due to the cultural ideas, effort and skill that you contributed to it. We will never forget our experience in the UAE and especially the visit to the Heritage Village, the Safari and the Great Emirates Palace, as well as our wonderful images of the Grand Mosque. We really think you are rather wonderful.

Sam, Mourice & Martina, South Africa

Ali, Just a short note to thank you for the fantastic organization of my short business visit to Dubai and Al Ain, Your Business & Cultural Consideration lessons were very helpful and appreciated, I was very pleased with all the arrangements offered by you and your colleagues in Dubai. I will be back!

Laila, Spain

Just wanted to thank Ali for the wonderful tour of the grand mosque in Abu Dhabi. His passion and enthusiasm for his religion and culture came across very well. You are a marvelous ambassador for your country.

Margaret and Ronnie Garrow, Abu Dhabi

Not just why, but also how visitors to this part of the world should interact with the indigenous people was the passionate message from Ali. A message delivered in an amusing, warm and friendly way. No more myths for the Links Group team when dealing with our dear local friends. Many thanks!

John Martin St. Valery , Links Group of Companies

My family and I want to thank Ali and Asma for the wonderful tour they gave us. It was informative and entertaining, and provided information and insight that we otherwise would not have gotten. Their passion for their country and their profession is admirable and inspiring. I expect a great success for them.

L.L.M. , Abu Dhabi