Accor, Marriott the largest hotel companies in the Middle East, STR data

Accor, Marriott the largest hotel companies in the Middle East, STR data

As part of the STR 500, the company released the top 50 companies and brands in the Middle East during Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) in RAK.

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Saudi tourism sector to be valued at USD 70 billion in 2019

Saudi tourism sector to be valued at USD 70 billion in 2019

More relaxed access to visas, as well as combining religious and leisure travel, will be key growth drivers.

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Cairo, Riyadh, Istanbul, and Dubai on WTTC’s global cities’ readiness for tourism

Cairo, Riyadh, Istanbul, and Dubai on WTTC’s global cities’ readiness for tourism

The index measures 50 global gateway cities into one of five levels of ‘readiness’ and provides actionable solutions to foster sustainable growth.

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IHG’s voco debuts in Dubai

IHG’s voco debuts in Dubai

IHG operates 92 hotels in the Middle East, including: InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Staybridge Suites and voco brands.

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Saudi Arabian market emerging as a hub for entertainment

Saudi Arabian market emerging as a hub for entertainment

SEVEN is behind KSA’s first cinemas to open in more than 35 years, in a partnership with US based AMC Group, the largest cinema operator in the world.

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IHG installs innovative lighting tech to help guests sleep better

IHG installs innovative lighting tech to help guests sleep better

This versatile, dual-spectrum luminaire can help you to effortlessly bring energy-efficient, circadian lighting right to your hotel room.

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sbe to open first SLS Property in Dubai, SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences in Q3 2020

sbe to open first SLS Property in Dubai, SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences in Q3 2020

The 75-story tower will be comprised of 254 hotel rooms, 371 residential units, 321 hotel apartments and will be one of the tallest hotels in the region.

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Emaar to launch ‘Dubai Stars’ in Downtown Dubai

Emaar to launch ‘Dubai Stars’ in Downtown Dubai

Dubai Stars at its completion will have over 10,000 stars, about four times the number of stars than Hollywood walk of Fame.

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HN exclusive: Mandarin Oriental to strengthen its foothold in the MENA region

HN exclusive: Mandarin Oriental to strengthen its foothold in the MENA region

Following the opening of Mandarin Oriental, Doha and Mandarin Oriental Jumeira in Dubai, HN had an exclusive conversation with Christoph Mares, COO of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to discuss the chain’s upcoming plans for the region.  He explained that Mandarin Oriental, Doha in Qatarl blends chic and contemporary design with touches...

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Delivery Hero buys Zomato in the UAE

Delivery Hero buys Zomato in the UAE

The acquisition will add 1.2 MM monthly orders and c. USD 2 MM monthly revenue to Delivery Hero’s MENA business and will strengthen its leadership position in the UAE. The acquisition will be fully funded by an acquisition facility.

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