Accor, Marriott the largest hotel companies in the Middle East, STR data
As part of the STR 500, the company released the top 50 companies and brands in the Middle East during Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) in RAK.
Three winners crowned at AHIC Creating Impact Awards
The Outstanding Contribution to the Industry Award 2019 was presented to Ali Hamad Lakhraim Alzaabi, Founder and President of Millennium Hotels & Resorts in the Middle East and Africa.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA to launch Studio M Al Barsha
The hotel will feature an urban deli style restaurant, all-day dining outlet and coffee shop. Facilities include a fitness centre, swimming pool.
Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island is underway
Contributing to the tourism sector of Ras Al Khaimah, the Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island will add 418 hotel rooms. These include 295 rooms.
Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts appoints five new General Managers for its properties in Egypt
The Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts is continuing to strengthen its presence in Egypt, opening a total of three new hotels in the country this year.
AHIC announces The Grand RAK Project
The competition, which aims to create a new resort that is unique to Ras Al Khaimah and the Middle East, is open to delegates registered to attend AHIC 2019.
Saudi tourism sector to be valued at USD 70 billion in 2019
More relaxed access to visas, as well as combining religious and leisure travel, will be key growth drivers.
Two new Holiday Inn hotels are coming to Saudi Arabia
The signings consolidate IHG’s strategy to expand its footprint across the kingdom, with its midscale offerings and add over 450 rooms to its inventory.
Hilton Garden Inn Al Jubail, Designed by Dewan + Architects and Engineers, opens in Saudi Arabia
The 133-key property joins three existing Hilton Garden Inn properties in KSA. It is a milestone in the realization of a larger growth in the KSA.
Accor to accelerate its growth in the Middle East and Africa
With 12 brands in the extended-stay space, Accor is reimagining this product and service offering and eyeing new opportunities.