Hyatt’s bold expansion plans with Heidi Kunkel
Heidi Kunkel, senior VP of commercial services for EAME, discusses Hyatt’s Middle East expansion, driven by tourism growth and demand for luxury.
Five minutes with Julia Schamne of Mercure Dubai Deira
On the occasion of Mercure Deira’s celebration to mark the brand’s 1,000th property in the world, we met with Julia Schamne, cluster general manager of Mercure Dubai Deira, to learn about the hotel and what the future holds.
How staycations are a revenue booster with Mark Lee
There is no doubt that staycations are growing in popularity. Mark Lee, GM of Media One Hotel, reveals how they are serving as a strategic tool for boosting hotel occupancy and F&B revenues.
Eye on Oman with Nebi Ozan Ozdemir, GM of Alila Hinu Bay
Nebi Ozan Ozdemir, general manager of Alila Hinu Bay, explores Oman’s unique hospitality landscape, discussing challenges, inspirations and his vision for Alila Hinu Bay.
Getting to know The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai, with GM Jeroen Elmendorp
Luxury comes as standard at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai. Here, we take an exclusive tour of the stunning property with GM Jeroen Elmendorp, who describes the hotel’s appeal and what sets it apart in the industry.
Impactful CSR initiatives with Imad Akil of Centro Mada Amman
Imad Akil’s significant career milestone was being assigned to launch Centro Mada, Amman’s first Centro hotel. Here, the charismatic general manager shares how he is impacting the Jordanian community through key CSR initiatives.
Getting to know Jerome Chammassian, GM of La Petite Maison
Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.
A lesson in luxury with Paolo Barletta, founder and CEO of Arsenale
Italian entrepreneur Paolo Barletta, founder and CEO of Arsenale S.p.A., discusses how his company is revolutionizing the global luxury hospitality and train cruising industries, along with the latest trends in the luxury sector.
Guatemalan cuisine with chef Juan B. Ancheita with Double Tree By Hilton JBR
Executive chef Juan B. Ancheita, a Guatemalan native, brings a rich tapestry of international culinary experience to Double Tree By Hilton JBR. Here, he shares his deep-rooted passion for the culinary arts at one of Dubai’s most iconic hotels.
Hyatt in the limelight with Felicity Black-Roberts
At the helm of Hyatt’s brand EAME portfolio is Felicity Black-Roberts, senior VP development. Here, she sheds light on the brand’s development plans, wellness and sustainability.
