Ringing in the holiday season with Luca Rossi of Signor Sassi
In this exclusive interview, Luca Rossi, executive chef of Signor Sassi Dubai, explains how he creates a holiday vibe in the restaurant.
Millennium Hotels & Resorts MEA to open Studio M Airport Muscat and Millennium Residences Saadiyat Island
Millennium Hotels & Resorts has announced two new properties: Studio M Airport Muscat and Millennium Residences Saadiyat Island. These strategic additions strengthen the company’s presence in the Middle East and Africa, further expanding its regional footprint.
What today’s luxury traveler wants
Environmentally aware, with a sense of responsibility,
and in search of one-of-a-kind experiences, the luxury travelers of today have very different ideas about what they want from their getaway. Daniel G. During, principal and managing director of Thomas Klein International, explains why hotels need to embrace the new definition of luxury travel to successfully attract the guests they have in mind.
Egypt: from tough times to ambitious tourism targets
Having staved off an economic crisis in early 2024, Egypt is now looking to a raft of new mega-projects and tourism expansion to take the country forward. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, maps out both the economic turbulence and the initiatives aimed at helping Egypt reach its goal of attracting 30 million visitors annually by 2028.
IHG’s voco Beirut Central District opens its doors
IHG® Hotels & Resorts has officially introduced its premium brand, voco, to Beirut, Lebanon, under a franchise agreement with DIA SARL. The hotel, rebranded as voco Beirut Central District, opened its doors at the November 2024. The new addition, adds 127 stylish rooms to IHG’s growing portfolio in the country.
Nobu Hotel and Restaurant East Cairo to open in 2025
Nobu, renowned for its 41 hotels, 77 restaurants, and 12 residences, has announced Nobu Hotel and Restaurant East Cairo early 2025.
5 nightlife entrepreneurs on the power of experiential entertainment
The MENA nightlife scene is rapidly evolving, with established destinations still setting trends and untapped markets poised for growth. Five industry experts share their thoughts on what’s making waves in the world of late-night entertainment, from trendsetting to storytelling.
Celebrating the holiday season with renowned chefs from the Middle East
With holiday season fast approaching, we reveal the innovative approaches to traditional festive dishes from renowned chefs in the Middle East.
Meet Michael Mina, chef and restaurateur The Mina Group
Michael Mina is one of the most celebrated chefs in the world today, with a career spanning over three decades. His dedication to crafting unforgettable dining experiences is marked by numerous awards including. In this interview, we uncover what it takes to become a celebrity chef.
Saudi Arabia’s wellness boom
Soraya Jouzy, founder of Pearl Tree who actively champions luxury beauty and wellness, talks with experts about the evolution of wellness in Saudi Arabia.