Haitham Mattar, IHG’s transformational leader
Years of experience in building high-performing teams has led Haitham Mattar to his current position of managing director for India, Middle East and Africa at IHG, as well as his role on the Development Tourism Board of the UAE. We spoke to the transformational hospitality, travel and tourism leader to learn more about his management style and his future plans for the brand.
The Ascott Limited grows stronger in KSA byadding its seventh property
Ascott’s newest addition in the Middle East, Africa and Turkey portfolio marks the group’s 12th operational property in the region
Hussain Dagher joins Al Raha Beach Hotel as executive chef
Prior to joining Al Raha Beach Hotel, Chef Hussain Dagher worked in Lebanon, England, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey and Qatar.
Accor to debut Sofitel in Madinah
With plans to rebrand under the Sofitel marque next year, the hotel will continue to operate under white label while it undergoes renovation.
A taste of Minus Eighteen with Yasmina Rizk, GM of Sweet Mania LLC
An optician by profession, Yasmina Rizk pursued her passion for sweets by starting an ice-cream business, which she later launched in Dubai. We spoke to the general manager of Sweet Mania LLC, to hear more about her journey.
Occidental Sharjah Grand Hotel appoints new general manager
Occidental Sharjah Grand Hotel’s new GM Asier Baquero began his career 22 years ago and served across several resorts and city-based hotels.
Fadi Ammache joins Grand Millennium Al Wahda as general manager
With over 25 years of experience, Ammache has worked with leading hospitality brands across France, Belgium, Lebanon and the UAE.
UNWTO’s second edition of Best Tourism Villages announced
In UNWTO’s 2021 competition, over 40 villages from more than 30 countries across the five world regions were recognized.
A memorable Ramadan with Nestlé Professional
Nestlé Professional’s finest chefs Elie Lteif, Zouheir Baadarani, and Ali Traboulsi are cooking up a feast this holy month. Here, the trio gave us the lowdown on how Nestlé Professional products are helping chefs serve their guests memorable iftars throughout Ramadan.
Marina Krasnobrizhaya is St. Regis Riyadh’s new GM
Krasnobrizhaya, who’s the first woman to be GM at Marriott International in KSA, will lead the hotel’s pre-opening efforts.
