Changing the food narrative with Emma Banks, Hilton’s VP of F&B strategy and development EMEA

Changing the food narrative with Emma Banks, Hilton’s VP of F&B strategy and development EMEA

As a seasoned hotelier and F&B expert, Emma Banks, VP of F&B strategy and development EMEA at Hilton, tells us how the brand is securing a better future for professionals thanks to initiatives.

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Rove Al Marjan Island set to open in Ras Al Khaimah in 2024

Rove Al Marjan Island set to open in Ras Al Khaimah in 2024

In 2024, Al Marjan Island will welcome the lifestyle beach resort Rove Hotels. Rove Al Marjan Island will be the brand’s first venture into the northern emirate.

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Deciphering Ennismore’s DNA with Chadi Farhat

Deciphering Ennismore’s DNA with Chadi Farhat

Never afraid to step outside his comfort zone, Chadi Farhat, global brand COO and head of Middle East and Asia Pacific at Ennismore, gives us the lowdown on the firm’s activities and what’s coming up.

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Jean-Paul Dantil appointed GM of Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

Jean-Paul Dantil appointed GM of Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

With more than 30 years of experience in luxury hospitality, including roles as general manager and managing director roles, Dantil brings a wealth of knowledge of commercial, operational and brand knowledge to the award-winning resort, leading its 350-plus team with passion.

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Heinrich Morio is named the new GM of Zulal wellness resort by Chiva-Som  

Heinrich Morio is named the new GM of Zulal wellness resort by Chiva-Som  

Chiva-Som International Health Resorts has appointed Heinrich Morio as the GM of its newest wellness destination in Qatar, Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som.

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Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre partners with Misk Skills

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre partners with Misk Skills

The Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre has joined forces with Misk Skills to welcome 20 interns and aspiring managers for hands-on training and skill development toward rewarding careers in hospitality, thus giving the next generation of hotel talent a major boost in the capital of Saudi Arabia.

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Nobu Hospitality opens projects in RAK

Nobu Hospitality opens projects in RAK

Marjan has welcomed the celebrated Nobu Hospitality to the emirate of Ras el Khaimah on its flagship Al Marjan Island. This follows the signing with Enevoria Development, who recently acquired a beachfront plot on Al Marjan Island, to build the luxury Nobu hotel and branded residences and the famous Nobu restaurant.

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Dany El Mahgiub joins Fairmont the Palm as director of operations

Dany El Mahgiub joins Fairmont the Palm as director of operations

Fairmont the Palm has appointed Dany El Mahgiub as its director of operations. He brings 15 years of experience in hospitality leadership to the role. 

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Four Seasons has announced two key appointments

Four Seasons has announced two key appointments

Four Seasons veteran of 18 years, Rami Sayess will assume the Asia Pacific operations leadership role in March 2023.

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GHM debuts in Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah with The Chedi Wadi Safar

GHM debuts in Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah with The Chedi Wadi Safar

General Hotel Management Ltd (GHM) has signed The Chedi Wadi Safar in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia.

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