An exclusive talk with Berthold Trenkel – the maestro behind Qatar Vision 2030
Berthold Trenkel, COO of Qatar Tourism, has more than 20 years of experience in the travel industry. As a transformational leader spearheading Qatar’s operational and implementation strategy, he provides insights on what the future holds for Qatar and reflects on the overall impact of the 2022 World Cup on the country.
On the couch with Nick Comaty, VP of F&B MEA at Ennismore
True to his mantra of family over everything, Nick Comaty has managed to make Ennismore his second home. We sat with the accomplished F&B professional to learn more about the brand.
Middle East and Africa region set to return to pre-pandemic levels of business travel spend by 2024
According to Business Travel Index Outlook annual forecast and outlook (2022), the business travel segment in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) is recovering more rapidly than in any other region. MEA business travel achieved 86 percent of its 2019 levels during 2022, outperforming the recovery in Americas, Asia Pacific and Europe.
Dubai is set to host the 2023 edition of “Salon du Chocolat et de La Pâtisserie” in May
The world’s famous event « Salon du Chocolat et de la pâtisserie » will be back in Dubai with its 2nd edition, that will take place in the Galeries Lafayette Gourmet at The Dubai Mall, from May 18 to May 20, 2023.
Rotana uncovers its burgeoning expansion plan
Rotana has revealed its exciting expansion plans across the MENAT region, as well as its newest brand, Edge by Rotana, which debuted in 2022.
Hospitality Innovation Summit slated for March 2023
The Hospitality Innovation Summit – Saudi Arabia and the UAE is set to take place on March 15-16, 2023, at Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City. It will forge a hospitality fraternity between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, allowing trade people to meet, build, and co-create new business collaborations with solution providers and industry peers.
10 minutes with Denis Sorin the Arabian hallmark maker
Denis Sorin, the president of Amsa Hospitality, is more than a hotelier. As an entrepreneur and advocate of Arabian hospitality, he tells us about his vision and aspirations for KSA.
Premier Inn MENA ventures into KSA as part of its Middle East expansion
Premier Inn MENA plans to take Britain’s biggest hotel brand to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with discussions with several investors and potential business partners underway.
Serry Beach Resort to open in Hurghada in April 2023
Located at the center of Hurghada’s touristic promenade, at the heart of the city, Serry is a beachfront property with a stunning private sandy beach. The hotel offers human connection, sustainability and heritage through eco-friendly architecture, beautiful, natural surroundings and lush, verdant landscaping.
Four Seasons and Red Sea Global to introduce a new resort
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Red Sea Global (RSG) have announced their plan to introduce a Four Seasons Resort as part of The Red Sea masterplan development.
