Ecolodges in the Middle East: The new big thing
While global interest in ecotourism has been growing at a rapid pace, inflation has also started to shape travel choices. Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema consulting services, guides us around the ecolodges in the region which are increasingly attracting environmentally conscious travelers from around the world.
Five minutes with Avlok Singh, GM and commercial head at IntercityHotel Jaddaf Waterfront
With over 15 years of experience in hospitality, Avlok Singh, GM and commercial head at IntercityHotel Jaddaf Waterfront, is known for driving brand growth, maximizing operation efforts, strategically launching properties in emerging markets and championing excellent financial performance. In this candid interview, he shares insights and plans for IntercityHotel Dubai Jaddaf Waterfront.
Luxor Rotana set to welcome guests in Q4 2023
Luxor Rotana will be luxury five-star resort in Egypt’s historic city is set to open in Q4 2023, catering to business and leisure travelers.
Serge Trigano, co-founder of Mama Shelter
“Life is flamboyant and sassy,” according to Serge Trigano, the co-founder of Mama Shelter. The entrepreneur is making his mark on the hospitality industry by creating a new lifestyle boutique accommodation concept. Here, he talks to HN about his brand and future projects.
Junaid Tehseen appointed hotel manager of Swiss-Belresidences Juffair Bahrain
The four-star Swiss-Belresidences Juffair Bahrain has appointed Junaid Tehseen as its hotel manager.
Citymax RAK appoints Nidal Saloum as hotel manager
Citymax Hotels, the Landmark Group’s award-winning mid-market hotel brand, has appointed Nidal Saloum as hotel manager of its flagship 204-room property in Ras Al Khaimah.
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Center completes its USD 150 million revamp
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre’s latest treasure is its new Kingdom Suite, which offers 330 square meters of space.
Citadines Abha by The Ascott Limited launches in KSA
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), one of the leading international lodging owner-operators, has launched its eighth property in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Citadines Abha, in partnership with Almutlaq Real Estate Investment Co. Commenting on the partnership, Tariq Almutlaq, chairman of Almutlaq Real Estate Investment Co. (AREIC) stated: “AREIC is delighted to partner with Ascott on its journey in Saudi Arabia, offering the residents and visitors of Al Khobar an experience of world-class serviced living with exclusive amenities.”
Studying hospitality in the UAE and KSA
With mega- and giga-projects becoming increasingly typical of the Middle East’s hospitality landscape, Mansoor Ahmed, executive director and head of development solutions healthcare, education and PPP at Colliers in the Middle East and Africa region, lifts the lid on tourism education in the UAE and KSA, and why demand for skilled hospitality labor looks set to rise.