Debut of Vignette Collection in Saudi Arabia slated for 2024
IHG® Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a management agreement with the owners of Carlton Al Moaibed hotel in Al Khobar, KSA, in order to transform the hotel into Saudi Arabia’s first Vignette Collection Hotel. The refurbished and rebranded property is scheduled to open in 2024.
Nama by the Beach: Putting Jounieh back on the culinary map
Pioneering restaurateurs Donald Battal, Khaled Nazha, and Jad Abou Jaoude, in partnership with talented chef Patrick Merheb, have united to launch “NAMA by the Beach,” a beach bar restaurant that is poised to elevate Jounieh’s culinary scene. With its eclectic Mediterranean menu, expertly crafted cocktails, and beach vibes, NAMA offers a truly elevated dining experience, putting this historic Lebanese town back on the culinary map.
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Travel redefined
The regional travel industry is booming, buoyed by increased confidence, pent-up demand and MENA countries’ successful efforts to position themselves globally as attractive destinations. However, today’s travelers have different requirements, priorities and wish lists. Ten industry experts explain how their hotel brand is adapting to accommodate a new era of guests, while also sharing their far-reaching regional expansion plans.