A wake-up call: Tourism in Lebanon
Lebanon’s great potential, touristic advantages and unique assets make it a one-of-a kind destination in the region. But when can we expect the next all-important step in tourism develpment? Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, issues an urgent wake-up call
Groupe GM announces Perricone MD collaboration
Groupe GM, a leading international player in the hotel amenity industry, announced a new partnership with prestigious anti-aging skincare experts Perricone MD. This new line of amenities features unique ingredients and technologies based on over 30 years of clinical and scientific research. Perricone MD was created by Dr. Nicholas Perricone...
Château Ksara’s arak wins US gold award
Château Ksara, Lebanon’s leading winery, once again demonstrated its pedigree and high standards of craftsmanship, when Ksarak, the winery’s arak, took the Gold Medal in the ‘Best Buy’ category at the 2019 International Review of Spirits in Chicago. The judges were unanimous in their findings, declaring that ‘Ksarak’ possessed all...
First upscale Swiss-Belboutique brand in the Middle East
The trendy 4-star lifestyle hotel is located across the street on Kuwait City’s beachfront promenade overlooking Kuwait Bay and 18 km from Kuwait International Airport.
Swiss-Belhotel appoints Peter De Bondt as GM for Grand Swiss-Belresort Seef Bahrain
De Bondt began his foray in the industry with Mercure Hotels in Belgium in 1985 followed by postings in the Netherlands.
Dubai developer DAMAC buys Italian fashion brand Roberto Cavalli
Dubai developer Damac is expected to purchase troubled Italian fashion group Roberto Cavalli. Sources say the judge has already approved the sale and an official announcement is expected this week.
The Future of Food 2.0 targets plant-based investment
The event will feature the world’s top leaders and investors in plant-based innovation including Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of KBW Ventures.
A second Radisson Collection property announced for Riyadh
The hotel will consist of 140 rooms. Guests requiring a longer stay will find accommodation in the hotel’s 27 serviced apartments and 24 villas.
LAU honors Lebanon’s hospitality leaders
Their accomplishments were recognized at a gala dinner held at the LAU Beirut campus with the theme “From Lebanon to the World”.
