Rabih Beaino appointed new GM of InterContinental Riyadh
Rabih Beaino has been appointed general manager of InterContinental Riyadh, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the role.
Kintsugi by Olivier Gasnier-Duparc opens in Beirut’s Mar Mikhael neighborhood
Entrepreneur Olivier Gasnier-Duparc has unveiled Kintsugi, a boutique hotel, restaurant and bar in the heart of Mar Mikhael, Beirut.
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Al Khobar Corniche slated to open in August in KSA
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Ramada Encore by Wyndham Al Khobar Corniche, further cementing its presence and growth plans in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
FHS announces its first set of confirmed speakers
The Future Hospitality Summit has confirmed the first speakers for the region’s flagship hospitality investment platform taking place from September 25-27 at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island.
Mandarin Oriental, Doha appoints Thomas Kinsperger as its GM
Thomas Kinsperger has been appointed general manager of Mandarin Oriental, Doha, succeeding Martin Schnider.
IHG’s voco Beirut Central District to debut by the end of 2023
IHG® Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with DIA SARL to debut IHG’s premium brand, voco, in Beirut, Lebanon. The signing took place in the presence of HE Walid Nassar, the minister of tourism for Lebanon. Voco Beirut Central District is scheduled to be rebranded by the end of 2023, adding 123 rooms to IHG’s portfolio in the country.
Duncan Fraser-Smith joins GLEE Hospitality Solutions as managing partner
Hospitality expert Duncan Fraser-Smith has been appointed managing partner of GLEE Hospitality Solutions. Having launched hundreds of successful and high-profile hospitality venues throughout the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe and Australia, he brings over three decades of experience to the role. He also authored Create to Plate and is a regular keynote speaker, moderator and panelist at international hospitality trade and corporate conferences and events.
Food delivery app Cari ventures into the UAE
Built on the promise of 30-minute, free delivery, guaranteed dine-in menu prices and a 0% commission model, Cari is disrupting the food delivery scene and emerging as an indispensable and reliable buddy for Dubai’s best restaurants.
Beirut rebuilds on shaky ground, according to Hodema Consulting Services’ Market F&B Insight Report
The Hodema Market Insight Beirut F&B Report 2023 offers a comprehensive, in-depth analysis of the F&B industry in Beirut, Lebanon. It provides valuable insights into the current market trends, growth prospects and key factors influencing the sector in this vibrant Middle Eastern city.