Chinese Huazhu Group buys German Steigenberger hotels from Egyptian entrepreneur

Chinese Huazhu Group buys German Steigenberger hotels from Egyptian entrepreneur

Egyptian tourism entrepreneur Hamed El Chiaty’s Travco Travel has bought the group from the Steigenberger family in 2009.

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MKN appoints Elias Rached as Regional Vice President Middle East and Africa

MKN appoints Elias Rached as Regional Vice President Middle East and Africa

Over the past 10 years, Rached and his team have successfully developed this market for MKN.

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Marriott International showcased the power of cuisine for a cause in Jordan

Marriott International showcased the power of cuisine for a cause in Jordan

The Culinary Diplomacy Project’s mission is to promote mutual understanding through the power of global culinary exchange.

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Jumeirah reshuffles leadership pack across key markets

Jumeirah reshuffles leadership pack across key markets

Jumeirah Group has announced four new appointments for prominent positions in key markets, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, London and Frankfurt.

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Qatar’s Sovereign Wealth Fund buys St. Regis New York for USD 310 million

Qatar’s Sovereign Wealth Fund buys St. Regis New York for USD 310 million

Marriott had acquired the Manhattan property when it bought Starwood Hotels & Resorts in 2016.

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IHG signs agreement for Holiday Inn Madinah West

IHG signs agreement for Holiday Inn Madinah West

Once completed, the 700-key property will be IHG’s fourth hotel in Madinah, joining InterContinental Dar Al Hijra, InterContinental Dar Al Iman, and Crowne Plaza Madinah.

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Kerten Hospitality appointed country director to lead expansion in KSA

Kerten Hospitality appointed country director to lead expansion in KSA

Kerten Hospitality manages a collection of lifestyle-driven brands in the mid-market and upscale segments, from hotels to offices, F&B and retail.

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204-room Hyatt Place Dubai/Jumeirah is now officially open

204-room Hyatt Place Dubai/Jumeirah is now officially open

The new hotel joins Hyatt Place Dubai Al Rigga, Hyatt Place Dubai Baniyas Square and Hyatt Place Dubai Wasl District.

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The Dubai Stars by Emaar is now officially open

The Dubai Stars by Emaar is now officially open

The stars embedded sidewalk celebrate 10,000 famous personalities from the worlds of music, film, art, architecture, sports and literature.

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