Vipin Khattar becomes multi-property GM of The St. Regis Downtown Dubai & Delta Hotels by Marriott Dubai

Vipin Khattar becomes multi-property GM of The St. Regis Downtown Dubai & Delta Hotels by Marriott Dubai

 The St. Regis Downtown Dubai and Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park, part of Marriott International, has announced the appointment of Vipin Khattar as the new multi-property general manager. He has taken over from Raja Zeidan, who is now the COO at RDK Group.

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UNWTO celebrates its 48th session and reveals the date of its 49th session

UNWTO celebrates its 48th session and reveals the date of its 49th session

UNWTO has successfully celebrated the 48th session of its Regional Commission for the Middle East. Returning to Egypt for the third time since 2018, the commission addressed the pressing challenges faced by tourism and looked to the future as the sector’s recovery gathers pace across the region.

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Chedi Hegra to open in AlUla this year

Chedi Hegra to open in AlUla this year

The Chedi Hegra is slated to open in AlUla later this year, boasting 35 guest rooms connected to the Hegra landscape and three fine-dining restaurants, a cafe, spa and pool.

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Four Saudi cities rank high on the IMD Smart City Index 2023

Four Saudi cities rank high on the IMD Smart City Index 2023

Riyadh has maintained its position as the third Arab city in the IMD Smart City Index (SCI) 2023, which saw the Saudi cities of Makkah, Jeddah, and Madinah included in the observatory for the first time, ranking 4th, 5th and 7th respectively.

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Investing in change with FHS Saudi Arabia

Investing in change with FHS Saudi Arabia

Bringing together government leaders, hotel investors, owners, developers, and operators at what is set to be the biggest Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) to date, FHS Saudi Arabia will take place from May 7-9 at the Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh. Launched in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s G20 Secretariat in 2020, this edition marks the sixth edition of FHS Saudi Arabia.

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On the couch with Khalid Saud Abu Haimed, CEO of Al Khozama

On the couch with Khalid Saud Abu Haimed, CEO of Al Khozama

We sat with visionary CEO Khalid Saud Abu Haimed to get the lowdown on Al Khozama’s impressive portfolio of hotels and restaurants.

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The Chef Middle East Corporate Social Responsibility initiative during Ramadan

The Chef Middle East Corporate Social Responsibility initiative during Ramadan

During the holy month of Ramadan, the Chef Middle East team, in cooperation with the UAE Food Bank, Oman Food Bank and Wahab, respectively, provided 1,000 iftar dinners throughout the UAE, Oman and Qatar as part of its commitment to corporate social responsibility. The initiative aims to provide food support to those in need during the holy month and spread the spirit of generosity and kindness.

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David Todd appointed Minor International’s vice president of operations  

David Todd appointed Minor International’s vice president of operations  

After nearly six years with IHG Hotels and Resorts, David Todd has joined Minor Hotels as vice president of Middle East operations, reporting to Amir Golbarg, SVP of Middle East and Africa operations.

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On the go with Dani Demerjian CGM of InterContinental Abu Dhabi and InterContinental Residences

On the go with Dani Demerjian CGM of InterContinental Abu Dhabi and InterContinental Residences

Dani Demerjian, cluster general manager of InterContinental Abu Dhabi and InterContinental Residences Abu Dhabi, discusses the hospitality landscape and his plans for the InterContinental Abu Dhabi properties.

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Georges Farhat appointed CGM for Avani Palm View Dubai and La Suite Dubai

Georges Farhat appointed CGM for Avani Palm View Dubai and La Suite Dubai

Georges Farhat is the new cluster general manager of Avani Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites and La Suite Dubai Hotel & Apartments.

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