Inside SISBAN with Tariq Saleh Altwuajiry
Tariq Saleh Altwuajiry, the GCC managing director of SISBAN, is a successful business leader in Saudi Arabia. With almost 25 years of practical experience in investments and the private sector, Altwuajiry gives us the lowdown on SISBAN.
Exclusive: Ladurée opens its fourth branch in Abu Dhabi
Ladurée has announced the opening of its newest branch in Al Bateen – Abu Dhabi, offering guests a unique dining experience by blending the brand’s French heritage with Middle Eastern culture.
Salman Gasim on trailblazing and nurturing hospitality talent in KSA
Salman Gasim is the CEO of the Saudi Tourism Training and Recruitment (STTAR) Institute and the CEO of Swiss Hospitality Company. He also serves as the vice president of the Saudi Regional European Business Council at the Federation of Saudi Chambers. Here, he discusses the Kingdom’s rapidly changing hospitality industry landscape and the key role earmarked for homegrown talent in driving change.
Igniting the six senses with CEO Neil B. Jacobs
Neil Jacobs’ passion for wellness, sustainability and making travel purposeful led him to Six Senses in 2012. Ever since, his focus has been to elevate the brand in terms of responsible design, green initiatives and wellness programming. Under his leadership, the company has opened resorts in some of the world’s most beautiful destinations. Jacob’s vision extends beyond a super high-end hotel and spa company. He believes in creating demand through constant innovation, initiatives and programming that are meaningful and tailored to each guest’s health and well-being. Here, the visionary hospitality leader shares his thoughts wellness, sustainability and purposeful, out-of-the-ordinary experiences.
Destination Diriyah with Group CEO Jerry Inzerillo
With over five decades of experience working at the world’s most prominent hotel brands, Jerry Inzerillo, group chief executive officer of Diriyah Company, is responsible for overseeing the development of one of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious projects; Diriyah, the City of Earth. In an exclusive interview with HN, we explore the historic city of Diriyah and its transformation into a world-class cultural and lifestyle destination.
Azizi Developments to introduce global hotel brand
Azizi Developments announces its plans to launch a hotel brand across the UAE and beyond, as part of its expansion into the hospitality sector.
Qatar simplifies its tourist visa procedures with revamped Hayya Platform
Qatar Tourism has revamped its Hayya Platform, inviting tourists who currently need a visa to Qatar to enjoy the country’s famously warm Arabian hospitality and diverse touristic offering.
Heritage and hospitality as seen by Mark DeCocinis
Mark DeCocinis, chief executive officer of Boutique Group, gives us the lowdown about the new hospitality landscape.
Five minutes with pastry chef extraordinaire Karim Bourgi
Karim Bourgi describes himself as a hard-working, passionate chef, a foodie at heart and a gourmand dreamer. Based in Dubai, he is co-founder of KAYU Bakehouse, a member of Les Toques Blanches du Monde and the International Cheese Guild, as well as a brand ambassador for Elle & Vire, Valrhona, Carpigiani Italia and RATIONAL. Here, we discover what drives his passion.
Chedi Hegra to open in AlUla this year
The Chedi Hegra is slated to open in AlUla later this year, boasting 35 guest rooms connected to the Hegra landscape and three fine-dining restaurants, a cafe, spa and pool.
