A life dedicated to hospitality: remembering Jochem-Jan Sleiffer
As we reflect on the late hotelier’s legacy, following his passing in April, we pay tribute to his remarkable career.
A legacy in the making with Hussni Ajlani, owner and founder of Salmontini
Hussni Ajlani was left spellbound by Lebanon when he visited the country in 1999 and decided to invest his time in the Lebanese hospitality industry. Here, the owner and founder of Salmontini takes us on a trip down memory lane and tells us what drives his passion.
Minor Hotels partners with the TDF of Saudi Arabia to develop new projects
Minor Hotels has signed an MoU with Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund to jointly develop and operate high-quality hospitality and lifestyle projects focused on mountain resorts, wellness resorts and urban hotels within the kingdom. The first project under this partnership is expected to be announced in H2 this year.
Wrapping up the FHS 2023, Saudi Arabia with Jonathan Worsley
Passionate about bringing the hospitality industry together and being a change catalyst through showcasing innovation and thought leadership, Jonathan Worsley, chairman and CEO of The Bench, thrives on connecting professionals, driving progress and shaping the future of the industry with his trade shows.
Marc Reissinger appointed general manager of InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh
InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh Resort & Spa announces the appointment of Marc Reissinger as its general manager.
Chateau Kefraya’s winemaker Fabrice Guiberteau wins an award
Chateau Kefraya’s winemaker Fabrice Guiberteau was recently awarded the prestigious title of Knight of the French National Order of Agricultural Merit. The award was presented to him by Philippe Faure-Brac, who was named the best sommelier in the world in 1992.
Expectations, challenges and opportunities for Lebanon’s hotel sector
Despite the challenges faced by Lebanon’s hotel sector on the back of multiple crises, the outlook is promising for summer 2023 according to a panel discussion held at HORECA Talks during HORECA Lebanon. The session gathered together top hoteliers to examine the state of the market and explore ways to attract more visitors.
Navigating the complexities of service with industry experts
A panel discussion titled “The Service Experience: Insights from Industry Experts,” hosted by Rita Ghantous, the publications deputy manager of Hospitality News ME, was held during HORECA Lebanon.
Earth Hotels to debut in the GCC in Q1 2025
Earth Hotels, a thoughtful and design-conscious hotel group for the earthy traveler, is set to open its GCC-based properties in Q1 2025. The Earth Shore, Marjan Island, located in Ras Al Khaimah, will offer state-of-the-art rooms and provide visitors with an escape that inspires the adventurer within.
Arabian Travel Market sets new record with 40,000 attendees
More than 40,000 people attended the 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which ran from May 1-4 in Dubai, UAE. The attendance represented a year-on-year increase of 29 percent compared to 2022 and a 5 percent increase over 2019, demonstrating that the Middle East’s travel and tourism sector is booming.
