The region in numbers
The Middle East consists of a diverse range of hotel markets that are stimulated by varied segments of the demand and investment sphere. Hala Matar Choufany, president of HVS Middle East, Africa and South Asia, gives us an in-depth look at where the region’s hotel industry stands and what’s likely to unfold in 2022.
Fairmont Dubai launches “Fairmont Escape” reality show
The series is hosted by Ahmed Ammar, the fashion expert, lifestyle creator and TV presenter, where he interviews celebrities and influencers.
3K hotel keys added to the KSA’s inventory in 2021, with 16,000 to come
According to JLL’s latest report, 900 keys were added in 2021 to KSA’s Riyadh, bringing the city’s hospitality stock to 20,000 keys.
Aleph Hospitality solidifies its foothold in Africa
Bani Haddad, founder and managing director of Aleph Hospitality, said: “I am personally very excited to start operations in Uganda.
New director of global sales and development in the Middle East for Preferred Hotel Group
Kirk McDonald is tasked with leading leisure sales and driving development for the three key brands in the region.
5 questions with Eddy Tannous, vice president, operations – Accor, KSA
Eddy Tannous, of Accor KSA, speaks to Hodema Consulting Services about the group’s upcoming developments in the kingdom.
Fares Yactine appointed regional VP at Gulf Hotels Group in Manama
Fares Yactine has been with the Bahraini Gulf Hotels Group since 15 years, with a hospitality career spanning 22 years.
OMRAN Group officially opens dusitD2 Naseem Resort
dusitd2 Naseem Resort offers over 250 rooms, the sultanate’s first 8,000-square-meter adventure park, as well as extensive facilities.
Two Autograph Collection properties slated for Sharjah
Shurooq’s two projects will be located in Kalba and Khorfakkan under an agreement signed by Shurooq’s Sharjah Collection & Hotels Management.
Aleph Hospitality partners with Medallia to enhance guest experience
Aleph Hospitality currently operates 10 hotels and has earmarked a pipeline of 50 hotels in the Middle East and Africa by 2025.
