Egypt: from tough times to ambitious tourism targets
Having staved off an economic crisis in early 2024, Egypt is now looking to a raft of new mega-projects and tourism expansion to take the country forward. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, maps out both the economic turbulence and the initiatives aimed at helping Egypt reach its goal of attracting 30 million visitors annually by 2028.
Why innovation is the new buzzword in hotel asset management
A transformation is taking place in hospitality asset management, propelled forward by technological advancements. Bastien Blanc, CEO and board member at TroKadero Hospitality Global, , explains how owners can tap into innovation to optimize their returns and stay ahead of the crowd.
How to unlock the power of LinkedIn
It’s a fact that virtual visits and viewing video content are steps that almost all of today’s customers will take before making a travel booking. Riky Bains, strategist at Brash, explains why embracing the clickable future, especially YouTube, is crucial in a competitive industry.
How to do business in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Starting a business in Saudi Arabia offers a unique combination of opportunities and challenges, providing access to a promising market. Indeed, the Kingdom presents a structured legal and regulatory framework, creating an ideal environment for potential investors across sectors. The journey requires meticulous planning and adherence to local regulations to ensure success, including choosing the right industry. Dagmar Symes, CEO of Hill Robinson Estates, tells us more.
How the rise of modular experiences in Dubai is reshaping the F&B retail sector in hospitality
Nithin Mathew Thombil, co-founder of wheelsAHOY, believes that Dubai is witnessing a significant shift in its retail and F&B landscape. In this article, he explores the drivers behind this change, the cost advantages of modular solutions and how the upcoming tourist season is shaping up.
Portugal: a genuine culinary compass
Defined by both history and geography, Portuguese cuisine has plenty to offer diners,from its iconic sardines, fresh from the Atlantic Ocean, and popular cod, to its flavorsome Iberian pork and world-famous pastel del nata sweet treats. José Avillez, chef at Grupo José Avillez and a reference in Portuguese gastronomy, takes us on a culinary tour of his homeland, crossing mountains and coastal cities, with a little island-hopping in between.
Exceptional dining experience with four Michelin-starred chefs
Chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants across Europe gathered for an extraordinary culinary festival at Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara. We spoke with Peter Gast (Netherlands), Andrea Sarri (Italy), Florian Berger (Germany) and Nicolas Isnard (France) to discover what elevates a culinary experience to Michelin-starred distinction.
The smart city: the future of living and hospitality in the Middle East
As urbanization accelerates globally, the Middle East is rapidly embracing smart city concepts to enhance growth, quality of life and sustainability. Custódio Barreiros Founder & CEO of EIP MGT GmbH, offers his perspective.
5 reasons to include TV in your hotel marketing strategy
In an age of digital saturation, television advertising offers hotels a not-to-be missed opportunity to engage with guests on a deeper level. Remote in hand, Lovetto Nazareth, managing director at Prism Digital shares five ways in which hoteliers can leverage this often overlooked medium.
7 ways to synergize wellness in luxury hospitality
Wellness and sustainability are shaking up the hospitality industry more than ever before, especially across the luxury segment. Judith Cartwright, founder and managing director of Black Coral Consulting, shares her top tips for unlocking the profit-driving opportunities that these powerful trends offer.