The playbook for investing market share in the GCC 

The playbook for investing market share in the GCC 

Plans for the hospitality sector in the GCC continue to be ambitious. Naim Maadad, chief executive and founder of Gates Hospitality, offers his perspective.

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LEVA Hotels’ expansion plans with founder and CEO JS Anand

LEVA Hotels’ expansion plans with founder and CEO JS Anand

JS Anand, founder and CEO of LEVA Hotels, was recognized as one of Forbes’ Top Travel and Tourism Leaders in 2023. With over 20 years of influential experience in hospitality, the visionary leader details LEVA Hotels’ expansion in the Middle East.

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Showcasing authentic Indian hospitality with Puneet Chhatwal

Showcasing authentic Indian hospitality with Puneet Chhatwal

In an exclusive interview with Puneet Chhatwal, managing director and CEO of IHCL, we explore the group’s focus on expanding in the Middle East, their latest developments and key trends in luxury hospitality.

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Inside the world of artisan baking with Kameel Rasyid Eril, co-founder and head chef of bkry

Inside the world of artisan baking with Kameel Rasyid Eril, co-founder and head chef of bkry

Kameel Rasyid Eril, co-founder and head chef of bkry, discusses bakery trends and shares news on his latest venture.

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Saudi dining in focus with Amro Bagedo, founder & CEO of Kraiv

Saudi dining in focus with Amro Bagedo, founder & CEO of Kraiv

As founder and CEO of Kraiv, Amro Bagedo aims to revolutionize the dining scene in the GCC, leveraging his rich experiences from London. Born in Saudi Arabia and raised in the UK, Bagedo was inspired by London’s diverse culinary landscape to develop his own F&B concepts in Saudi Arabia. With his GCC-based hospitality group, he collaborates with the world’s most sophisticated brands to curate exceptional experiences in KSA, as he explains in this interview.

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Destination New Alamein with Tamer Saleh, GM of Palma Bay Rotana Resort

Destination New Alamein with Tamer Saleh, GM of Palma Bay Rotana Resort

The newly opened Palma Bay Rotana Resort in Egypt has a dynamic GM at its helm. Indeed, Tamer Saleh has over 20 years of experience in hospitality and has won multiple awards over the course of his career. Here, he discusses the unique aspects of the property and discusses Egypt’s evolving hospitality scene.

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10 hoteliers share their formulas for sustainable success

10 hoteliers share their formulas for sustainable success

The regional hotel industry is known for its remarkable resilience, constantly pivoting to meet the changing demands of guests.

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Nova M Hotel Olaya Riyadh to open in late 2024

Nova M Hotel Olaya Riyadh to open in late 2024

Nova M Hotel Olaya Riyadh, an Edge by Rotana hotel, will open in late 2024. Located on Al Olaya Street, the new hotel promises to be a top choice for both business and leisure travelers. Consequently, it combines modern amenities with exceptional hospitality.

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Qatar on course for a bumper summer season

Qatar on course for a bumper summer season

Home to a wealth of diverse attractions and having successfully hosted numerous high-profile global events, Qatar is today firmly established as a must-visit destination among tourists worldwide. Now, the country is breaking new ground once again by installing pioneering, sustainable air-cooling technology in its popular outdoor spaces, helping to make visits to these destinations thoroughly enjoyable all year round.

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Tribute Portfolio brand to debut in Egypt

Tribute Portfolio brand to debut in Egypt

SODIC and Marriott International have announced a signed agreement to bring the Tribute Portfolio brand to two of SODIC’s leading hotels in Egypt, expanding the group’s global presence.

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