Hotel website traffic: why less isn’t always a bad thing
Amro Khoudeir, senior VP of digital marketing for the premium, midscale and economy division, MEA and Asia Pacific at Accor, explains why less hotel website traffic isn’t always a crisis and how to keep growing.
Digitizing dining with innovative payment solutions in the F&B sector
Noel Moukheiber, general manager at MontyPay, explores innovative strategies and the latest trends in digital payments. He also highlights the specific needs of the F&B sector, offering valuable insights into how businesses can leverage these advancements.
Negotiating a franchise agreement: a 5-point checklist
Negotiating a hospitality franchise agreement can help hotel owners and franchisors to align their goals, setting the scene for a successful partnership and long-term growth. Tatiana Veller, managing director of Stirling Hospitality Advisors, spotlights five key areas in franchise agreements where transparent and proactive negotiations can be mutually beneficial.
The importance of F&B master planning for building KSA’s future
Saudi Arabia is undergoing an unprecedented transformation, driven by Vision 2030’s ambition to create thriving, diverse and sustainable communities. As the nation rapidly expands its urban landscapes and mega-developments, the role of F&B master planning becomes more critical. Thoughtfully curated dining experiences are not just about serving food, they shape social interactions, define cultural identity and enhance economic vitality. Ziad Kassabieh, CEO of Advanced Food Co., tells us more.
Catering: rewarding opportunities and high growth potential
In recent years, catering has evolved into a highly lucrative business channel, attracting both fledgling entrepreneurs and established food brands. Christian Salloum, managing director of BrandPortunity F&B Consulting , explains what’s behind the catering industry’s rapid expansion and shares eight strategies for securing success in this dynamic market.
8 Homegrown franchise concepts with expansion potential
Combining local culture with the latest innovative dining trends, homegrown brands are eyeing new markets ripe for growth, including the MENA region. Abdul Kader Saadi, founder and managing director at Eighty6, pinpoints eight franchise concepts from the US and Europe that deserve a place on the ‘ones to watch’ list.
5 Ways to unlock profitability through sustainability
It’s official – in the competitive world of luxury hotels and destination resorts, profitability and sustainability are no longer mutually exclusive. Judith Cartwright, founder and managing director of Black Coral Consulting, shares a five-point checklist that shows less waste really can mean more revenue.
5 wellness travel and tourism trends to watch in 2025
Seamlessly combining world-class events with opportunities for rejuvenation, the MENA region is proving to be a global leader in the rapidly expanding global wellness tourism industry. Susie Ellis, chair and CEO of the Global Wellness Institute and the Global Wellness Summit, pinpoints the 5 wellness trends that are set to make waves this year and beyond.
Wellness trends with Soraya Jouzy, founder of Pearl Tree
Soraya Jouzy, founder of Pearl Tree, champions luxury beauty and wellness. She spoke with five spa experts from the Middle East and beyond to reveal the wellness trends that are shaping the year ahead.