Jad Shamseddin joins Ajlan Bros as Chief Hospitality Officer
With over 20 years’ experience, of which 14 in leadership roles, Shamseddin joins from Al Hokair Group where he was the managing director.
Different travel trends across generations to be revealed at ATM
ATM will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre from 19-22 April 2020, and will bring together travel and tourism experts from across the globe.
GCC tourism spend in Egypt will increase 11 percent this year
Arrivals from Europe are expected to be the largest contributor on a regional basis. Those from the GCC will represent one of the highest growth rates.
Avani Ibn Battuta launches in Dubai
The new 18-storey hotel offers 360 rooms and suites, a spacious terrace with resort-style swimming pool, cabanas and poolside dining.
Three new Radisson Hotel properties coming to Turkey
Radisson Hotel Group’s strong commitment to the Turkish market continues to grow with over 30 properties in Turkey.
Two new leaders join Gates Hospitality
“We’ve added two exceptionally strong players to the Gates Hospitality team, both are experts in their field,” said Naim Maadad, CEO, Gates Hospitality.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA takes over Al Dana Diamond Makkah
Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA has a strategy to operate more than 15,000 new keys in the Middle East within the next three years.
IHG signs two new hotels in KSA, expands luxury and midscale categories
Agreements for InterContinental Dammam with Salem Mohammed Al Qahtani, and for Holiday Inn Riyadh Al Malaz with Saleh Alsalamah and Partner Companies.
The Middle East leads international tourism arrivals in 2019
Major sporting events, including the Tokyo Olympics, and cultural events such as Expo 2020 Dubai are expected to have a positive impact on the sector.
World’s largest Fairfield By Marriott Hotel coming to Makkah
Construction for the Fairfield by Marriott Makkah Al Naseem has already commenced and the hotel is slated to open in 2023.
