Wafik Youssef appointed new VP Operations, Middle East & Africa at Kempinski Hotels
He has been with the luxury hotel group for the past ten years. More recently, he held the role of Regional Director of Operations, Middle East & Africa.
Intercontinental Aqaba Resort is the IHG Trailblazer of 2019
According to the Winning Metrics final results, InterContinental Aqaba Resort has scored full marks in all criteria and metrics, which is a solid proof of the resort’s meticulous efforts throughout the past year.
JW Marriott debuts in Muscat with JW Marriott Muscat
JW Marriott Muscat features 304 guest rooms and suites. It also has 2,500 square meters of banqueting space, two large ballrooms and six meeting rooms.
New Hotel Manager joins Park Hyatt Dubai
Boasting over 20 years’ experience in the tourism and hospitality sectors, Renner began her career in Salzburg
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts strengthened its hotel portfolio in the region in 2019
Key openings in the region include the addition of Ramada Encore by Wyndham Muscat Al Ghubra, expected in March 2020.
Radisson Hotel Group further expanding in the KSA
The hotel will consist of 471 keys across various room types including serviced apartments and villas to cater to guests seeking for long stay units.
Two properties in the region joined Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Preferred Hotels & Resorts welcomed 24 new member hotels to its global portfolio between October 1 – December 31, 2019 including MENA properties.
Middle East Franchise Market Overview
Restaurants, like any other business, aim to adopt a model that enables them to make a profit and viably expand their interests in untapped markets and benefit from their profit potential. One model that has become increasingly popular as a way of achieving these goals is franchising. Abdul Kader Saadi, managing director and owner of Glee Hospitality Solutions, breaks down the regional market
106 hotels in the Middle East, Africa, and Indian Ocean honored in Forbes Travel Guide
38 properties in the UAE received accolades, and Saudi Arabia is one of the latest counties to be included in the guide, with six properties awarded.
Radisson RED debuts in the Middle East at Dubai Digital Park
Visitors can expect RED signatures such as laid back service for an easy atmosphere, and multiple social hubs throughout the hotel.
