Rotana’s expansion plans in KSA
Driving Rotana’s ambitious expansion is the development of 36 new properties across 22 cities in the Middle East, Africa, Europe and Turkey. This includes nine properties in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the kingdom’s significance as a key market for Rotana’s strategic growth.
Radisson Mountain Resort Faqra slated for 2027
Radisson Hotel Group announces the signing of Radisson Mountain Resort Faqra, Lebanon. Set to welcome guests in 2027, this new resort marks the group’s first Radisson-branded property in Lebanon.
KSA in the spotlight with Hameed Ali, GM of the upcoming Mercure Khamis Mushait
Mercure Khamis Mushait in the Aseer region debuted in February 2025. Hameed Ali, the property’s GM tells us more about how the opening — the first internationally branded hotel in Khamis Mushait — will change the region’s hospitality landscape.
Reimagining Sheraton Bahrain’s legacy with GM Thomas Flindt
With a contemporary design that fuses natural beauty with sustainable aesthetics, Sheraton Bahrain celebrated a significant milestone when it reopened last month. Indeed, the hotel has reemerged with a renewed commitment to luxury and sustainability, as Thomas Flindt, the property’s general manager, explains.
Ennismore’s bold expansion revealed
Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, has shared its key 2025 openings.
Marriott to open three hotels in Madinah’s Knowledge Economic City
Marriott International has revealed plans for the upcoming openings of three new hotels in Knowledge Economic City (KEC) within Madinah, Saudi Arabia. This collaboration aims to enhance the city’s hospitality offerings and meet the growing demand for accommodation.
LUX* debuts in the Middle East
The flagship luxury brand LUX* is set to debut in the Middle East in Q4 2025 with two exceptional resorts.
In the driving seat: Nadine Al Bulushi, GM of Kempinski Muscat
Nadine Al Bulushi is the first Omani woman to be appointed general manager of a hotel in the country. We caught up with her at Kempinski Hotel Muscat, where she is leading the team.
Bahrain’s first Azure Beach Club set to open in Q2 2026
Bahrain Real Estate Investment Company, Edamah and Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG have announced their partnership. This collaboration introduces Bahrain’s first Azure Beach Club, which will elevate the hospitality scene at Bilaj Al Jazayer.