Seeking travel inspiration: the role of social media
Adapting to the rise of “phygital,” which bridges the gap between the physical and digital worlds, has raised unforeseen challenges for the tourism industry. Dr. Maria Frangieh, CEO of Socialprise, lifts the lid on the importance of inspiring your clients.
In-room and bathroom amenities of 2022
Hospitality News ME explores 2022’s in-room and bathroom amenities and highlights what accommodation providers should keep in mind.
Investing in Egypt: the right way to go about it
Egypt’s hospitality sector is on track to grow at a CAGR of 6.2 percent for the next five years, making it a sound proposition for investors. Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, explains how investors should approach this lucrative market.
A more sustainable hospitality industry
The hospitality industry has successfully embraced innovation as a critical success factor, adapting to external challenges and driving efficiency while optimizing the guest experience. Wolfgang M. Neumann, chair of the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, discusses the role of innovation in creating a more sustainable sector.
How communicating with customers has evolved
All brands aspire to have the best communication strategy with their customers, online and offline. As challenging as it can be, the basics can be very simple and straightforward, as Dr. Maria Frangieh, managing director of Socialprise, explains.
Designing the perfect bar lounge with Rabih Geha Architects
With so many design elements to consider, especially in a post-Covid-19 era, Rabih Geha, founder of Rabih Geha Architects, discusses the intricacies of creating the perfect commercial lounge bar.
A Valrhona “culinary-dating” experience
On March 22, 2022, Valrhona brought together the team of Relais Desserts and Ecole Valrhona for a three-hour intimate afternoon tea at Jumeirah Al Naseem to discuss trends, business opportunities and the importance of knowledge sharing while discovering the talents of Frédéric Cassel, Vincent Guerlais, Pascal Lac, Eric Vergne, Sébastien Bouillet and Glenn Noel.
What matters to packaging in 2022
From material to design, style and colors, countless products will soon be in packages that are stronger, more sustainable and “smarter.”
Will icebergs become the region’s source of freshwater?
The patent was granted to Emirati inventor Abdulla Alshehhi, founder of the UAE Iceberg project, which will boost investor confidence in the concept’s technical and economic feasibility.
Making sense of the Manchise model
Manchising is a unique business model that’s well suited to hotel owners who are looking for more flexibility or an independent hotelier seeking the support of a well-known brand. Christian Salloum, founder and managing director of BrandPortunity, guides us through this brand management concept and outlines the pros and cons for investors.