Sam Ioannidis at the helm of the biggest Four Seasons hotel in the region
A seasoned hospitality veteran, Sam Ioannidis has been with Four Seasons for three decades. Since his appointment as general manager of Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh, he has overseen the resort’s transformation into the largest Four Seasons in the region and one of the biggest worldwide.
A talk with influential hotelier Thomas Peruzzo of Armani Hotel Dubai
With an impeccable 20-year track record at luxury beach resorts, golf resorts and ultra-luxury boutique hotels across Europe and the Middle East, Thomas Peruzzo, general manager of Armani Hotel Dubai, is a seasoned hotelier and inspirational leader. In this interview, we uncover the secret behind his success and what makes the Armani Hotel Dubai such a sought-after place to stay.
IHG opens first Crowne Plaza Hotel in Egypt
Part of the Arkan Plaza, the Crowne Plaza features 178 rooms and suites, a variety of F&B outlets, and different others amenities.
Qatar’s Zulal Wellness Resort to open on March 29
Zulal Wellness Resort blends Traditional Arabic & Islamic Medicine (TAIM) with a holistic health and well-being philosophy.
Fairmont Dubai appointed a new director of operations
At Fairmont Dubai, Nawaf Hassan will play a key role in overlooking the operations of the hotel across all functions.
Hotel development in GCC tourism destinations outperforms global average
New hotel developments in prime tourism destinations in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman and the UAE, remain substantial despite the pandemic.
Conrad Dubai appoints a new general manager
Michael Schmitt joins Conrad Dubai with a multi award-winning background, much of his career spent working with Hilton hotels.
Hotel Albergo, a gem to behold with Tony W. Gergess
Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood in east Beirut, a stone’s throw from downtown, the Hotel Albergo is a sanctuary of luxury and the only Relais & Châteaux property in the country. Old-world charm meets high-end service at this Beirut landmark, as Tony W. Gergess, the newly appointed general manager, explains.
Wyndham gains momentum across the Middle East
In the Middle East, Wyndham will open Wyndham Grand Doha West Bay Beach in Qatar, along with two more openings in the KSA this year.
Radisson Hotel Group to add 400 new signed hotels in 2022 in EMEA and Asia
Radisson Hotel Group’s Radisson Individuals, the group’s conversion brand, will welcome more than 13 new destinations in 2022.
