The impact of Coronavirus on the global tourism industry
“It’s important to remember that fatality rates remain very low and the chances of contracting the virus are remote if they travel responsibly”
AWJ Investments to expand homegrown UAE F&B concept to Europe and the USA
AWJ Investments will expand Operation Falafel restaurants in three global capitals: New York, London and Paris. The first expected in Q2 of 2020 in NYC.
Dubai hosted the second edition of the region’s largest international cheese festival
Thirteen stations showcased cheese-based recipes from all over the world including countries from Italy, Arabic, Greece, India, Switzerland and South America.
Radisson Hotel Group pledges to reduce plastic usage
This action will remove 57 million miniature amenities from circulation, avoiding the use of almost 500 tons of plastic annually.
Sharjah has new family entertainment destination designed by Zaha Hadid
Madar brings a cluster of family-friendly attractions all spread around a beautifully landscaped 600,000 square foot park.
Marriott International to debut JW Marriott brand in Saudi Arabia this year
The property is part a 64-storey skyscraper, home to residential apartments, and STC Academy, the Saudi Telecom Company’s technology and leadership academy.
Four-star Millennium Central Mafraq opens its doors in Abu Dhabi
Comprised of 242 rooms and apartments,, the hotel includes six restaurants and bars, and diverse facilities including a pool, a gym and a spa.
Wafik Youssef appointed new VP Operations, Middle East & Africa at Kempinski Hotels
He has been with the luxury hotel group for the past ten years. More recently, he held the role of Regional Director of Operations, Middle East & Africa.
Intercontinental Aqaba Resort is the IHG Trailblazer of 2019
According to the Winning Metrics final results, InterContinental Aqaba Resort has scored full marks in all criteria and metrics, which is a solid proof of the resort’s meticulous efforts throughout the past year.
JW Marriott debuts in Muscat with JW Marriott Muscat
JW Marriott Muscat features 304 guest rooms and suites. It also has 2,500 square meters of banqueting space, two large ballrooms and six meeting rooms.
