FORM Hotel, part of Marriott Bonvoy: a hidden gem nestled in Dubai’s Al Jaddaf Cultural Village

FORM Hotel, part of Marriott Bonvoy: a hidden gem nestled in Dubai’s Al Jaddaf Cultural Village

FORM Hotel Dubai has rapidly established itself as a premier destination for both business and leisure travelers – an accomplishment that has been recognized at the past three editions of the World Luxury Travel Awards. Houssam Mansour, FORM Hotel Dubai’s general manager, shares his thoughts on how the top-tier, 4-star property has achieved such impressive success.

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Inside Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel with GM Iftikhar Hamdani

Inside Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel with GM Iftikhar Hamdani

Seasoned hospitality expert and sustainability advocate Iftikhar Hamdani takes us on an exclusive tour of Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel, where he currently serves as general manager.

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Behind the scenes at the National Museum’s Pavilion Café with renowned Lebanese chef Hussein Hadid

Behind the scenes at the National Museum’s Pavilion Café with renowned Lebanese chef Hussein Hadid

Celebrated chef Hussein Hadid gives us the lowdown on the newly opened Pavilion Café, a beautiful escape nestled between the National Museum’s historic grandeur and the iconic Beirut Hippodrome. 

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Hyatt’s bold expansion plans with Heidi Kunkel

Hyatt’s bold expansion plans with Heidi Kunkel

Heidi Kunkel, senior VP of commercial services for EAME, discusses Hyatt’s Middle East expansion, driven by tourism growth and demand for luxury.

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METT Hotel & Residences slated to open in Bahrain by 2025

METT Hotel & Residences slated to open in Bahrain by 2025

Esterad Amwaj Co. WLL, in partnership with Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG), is bringing METT Hotel & Residences to Bahrain.

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Five minutes with Julia Schamne of Mercure Dubai Deira

Five minutes with Julia Schamne of Mercure Dubai Deira

On the occasion of Mercure Deira’s celebration to mark the brand’s 1,000th property in the world, we met with Julia Schamne, cluster general manager of Mercure Dubai Deira, to learn about the hotel and what the future holds.

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How staycations are a revenue booster with Mark Lee

How staycations are a revenue booster with Mark Lee

There is no doubt that staycations are growing in popularity. Mark Lee, GM of Media One Hotel, reveals how they are serving as a strategic tool for boosting hotel occupancy and F&B revenues.

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Business talk with Justin Emmanuel Steinbach of IFFCO Professional

Business talk with Justin Emmanuel Steinbach of IFFCO Professional

As a results-driven leader with over 20 years of industry experience, Justin Emmanuel Steinbach has taken IFFCO to new heights.

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Samyukta Nair, founder of LSL Capital, talks expansion UAE

Samyukta Nair, founder of LSL Capital, talks expansion UAE

LSL Capital represents a curated collection of restaurants that seamlessly blend tradition and innovation in hospitality.

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Park Hyatt Jaumur and Andaz Jaumur Marina are set to open in 2027 in KSA

Park Hyatt Jaumur and Andaz Jaumur Marina are set to open in 2027 in KSA

Hyatt proudly announces plans for the debut of two Hyatt-branded hotels in Jaumur, a prime location on the Gulf of Aqaba.

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