5 minutes with Jonathan Mills, CEO of Choice Hotels EMEA
We sat with Jonathan Hilton, CEO of Choice Hotels EMEA, to get the lowdown on Choice Hotels and his role in overseeing the company’s investments across the EMEA region.
Four Seasons expands its footprint in KSA with Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Jeddah
In partnership with Midad Real Estate, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has expanded its footprint in the Middle East, with Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Jeddah.
In the kitchen with culinary maestro and executive chef of L’Amo Bistrò del Mare
In the upscale Italian restaurant L’Amo Bistrò del Mare Dubai, Lorenzo Buccarini heads the kitchen with finesse. Here, he takes us down memory lane and gives us the lowdown on his career.
Issam Ajouz appointed general manager of Hilton Amman
With more than 26 years of experience in the hotel industry, having held key positions at InterContinental Hotels Group, Movenpick Hotels and Resorts and Le Royal Hotels and Resorts, Issam Ajouz has been appointed general manager of Hilton Amman. The seasoned hotelier was recently recognized by Hilton’s senior leadership team for delivering exceptional hospitality.
Phocuswright forecasts a boom in the global tours, activities and attractions industry
According to Phocuswright’s joint travel research report with Arival — The Outlook for Travel Experiences 2019-2025 — travel experiences represented USD 253 billion in global gross ticket revenue in 2019, making it the third-largest sector of tourism after transportation and accommodation. Tours, activities and attractions (TAA) was the hardest-hit area of travel during the pandemic but has bounced back largely due to shifts in traveler behavior. Post-pandemic changes in shopping and booking behavior have fueled the growth of the TAA industry.
EKONO by LEVA establishes its footprint in Saudi Arabia
LEVA Hotels has partnered with Ongoing Launch and Vision Ambassadors to reposition an existing 50-key boutique airport hotel in Jeddah. Previously named “Garden Palace Hotel” and located in Al Basateen Jeddah, LEVA aims to transform the property to cater to business travelers, tourists and locals. It will serve as the brand’s flagship hotel in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and as a focal point in its growing portfolio.
Steigenberger Residence Doha opens its doors in Qatar
Steigenberger Residence Doha’s expansive new residential property is conveniently located in Doha’s commercial district. The residence boasts 278 furnished, serviced residences, with refined, contemporary designs that range from one to three bedrooms.
Mandarin Oriental’s new luxury hotel project in Kuwait slated for 2028
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will manage a luxury hotel, slated to open in 2028, located in the heart of the financial district of Kuwait City, just a 20-minute drive from Kuwait’s International Airport.
Lluc Crusellas crowned World Chocolate Master
The Salon du Chocolat Paris has crowned Spain’s Lluc Crusellas as the World Chocolate Master of 2022.
