Kempinski Hotels to manage new luxury residences in Istanbul
Kempinski Residences Balmumcu, Istanbul, will be home to 155 residences spread across five buildings and 11 villas.
Radisson Hotel Group announces the reinstatement of Radisson Blu Hotel in Al Ahsa, KSA
The 172-room Radisson Blu Al Ahsa hotel will offer a mixture of standard rooms, suites and serviced apartments.
Ishraq Hospitality appoints new director of operations
This move is in line with Ishraq Hospitality’s expansion of its strategic objectives in the hospitality sector.
Marriott appoints new multi-property GM for Kuwait hotels
Andreas Wissdorf, who brings 30 years of hospitality experience, will lead four Marriott hotels hotels and the Arraya ballroom in Kuwait.
IHG’s Holiday Inn brand returns to Najran, KSA
The new IHG property in Najran is expected to be fully rebranded by the end of 2023, with completion taking place in two phases.
IHG rebrands Qatar property to debut voco in Doha
Spanning 46 floors, West Bay, voco Doha West Bay Suites offers 396 rooms and suites restaurant and lounges.
New area restaurants and bars director for Middle East and Africa at Radisson
Joseph Chalfoun will lead the company-wide F&B transformation across the MEA to drive greater value for its guests, partners and owners.
The Ascott Limited debuts Citadines Al Ghubrah Muscat
The Ascott Limited’s Citadines Al Ghubrah Muscat features 96 units that range from studios to premier apartments.
Rotana’s Centro brand debuts in Amman
The contemporary 194-room Centro Mada Amman features smart technology, in-room entertainment and lifestyle-driven dining venues.
The definition of luxury in the midst of a major transition
The definition of luxury in hospitality is in the midst of a major transition. Industry professional Chirine Salha examines what the term means for the modern-day traveler and how hotels are responding.