Lebanon’s hotel sector in focus with Roy Bou Gharios, GM of voco Beirut

Lebanon’s hotel sector in focus with Roy Bou Gharios, GM of voco Beirut

Roy Bou Gharios, general manager of voco Beirut Central District & DIA Hospitality, gives us the lowdown on Lebanon’s hospitality industry and voco’s role in its transformation.

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Demystify decision-making in hotels with Anna-Marie Dowling, GM of Nofa Riyadh

Demystify decision-making in hotels with Anna-Marie Dowling, GM of Nofa Riyadh

Anna-Marie Dowling, GM of Nofa Riyadh, is a champion of purpose-driven hospitality, where people, sustainability and meaningful progress shape a deeper kind of luxury. Here, she shares how her decisions are made, offering a candid look behind the scenes of hotel leadership.

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A taste of luxury with Christian Elkhoury, GM of The Ritz-Carlton DIFC

A taste of luxury with Christian Elkhoury, GM of The Ritz-Carlton DIFC

In Dubai’s evolving luxury landscape, true excellence means blending personalization, sustainability and heartfelt service with innovation and emotional connection. Christian Elkhoury, multi-property GM of The Ritz-Carlton DIFC, explains how these values are shaping the guest experience today.

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Dual-brand leadership decoded with Anders T. Dimblad, cluster GM

Dual-brand leadership decoded with Anders T. Dimblad, cluster GM

Creating meaningful, experience-led destinations that resonate with today’s conscious traveler is the specialty of Anders T. Dimblad, cluster general manager of Banyan Tree Dubai and Delano Dubai. We spoke with him about dual-brand leadership apart and how luxury, purpose-driven hospitality is evolving.

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Shaping a destination with Fredrik Reinisch, GM of Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek

Shaping a destination with Fredrik Reinisch, GM of Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek

As general manager of the magnificent Marriott Marquis Dubai, Fredrik Reinisch has little time to relax. Yet, we managed to catch a few minutes with him to learn how he stays engaged, guest focused and dedicated to delivering meaningful, memorable hospitality experiences.

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Talking UAE-brand expansion with Sunset Hospitality Group

Talking UAE-brand expansion with Sunset Hospitality Group

In this exclusive interview, Baris Molvali, VP of Europe at Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG), discusses the group’s strategic expansion across Europe. He reveals how UAE-born brands are being adapted for international markets and shares his outlook on the future of global hospitality.

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Empowering Omani’s talent with Maher Bahsoun, GM of Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah

Empowering Omani’s talent with Maher Bahsoun, GM of Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah

Maher Bahsoun, general manager of Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah, leads with purpose, empowers with passion and inspires growth while driving excellence. For him, Oman’s hospitality industry presents a unique opportunity to combine cultural authenticity, service excellence and impactful contributions to the nation’s development. We learn more about him and how he anticipates the market will develop.

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Destination Salalah with Andrea Orrú, general manager of Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara

Destination Salalah with Andrea Orrú, general manager of Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara

Andrea Orrú, GM of Al Baleed Resort Salalah, spotlights the evolving luxury hotel market in Salalah, the challenges faced by high-end resorts in the region, and the unique features that set Al Baleed Resort Salalah apart.

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UAE’s hospitality scene with Eleni Tsolakou GM of Park Rotana  

UAE’s hospitality scene with Eleni Tsolakou GM of Park Rotana  

Park Rotana ‘s GM Eleni Tsolakou, a seasoned hotelier known for driving operational excellence, guest satisfaction and team engagement, discusses the UAE’s dynamic hospitality scene and the evolving tastes and expectations of today’s traveler.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Egypt relaunched with general manager Nasser Mokhtar

DoubleTree by Hilton Egypt relaunched with general manager Nasser Mokhtar

With over 35 years of experience at Hilton, Nasser Mokhtar explains how the relaunch of Egypt’s first DoubleTree by Hilton is reaffirming the brand’s commitment to Sharm El Sheikh and its dynamic hospitality landscape. 

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