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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Championing sustainability with Mohamed Hawwam, general manager of Sofitel Dubai Downtown
Mohamed Hawwam, GM of Sofitel Dubai Downtown, is a seasoned hospitality professional. Advocating human-first leadership and driven by a passion for integrity, excellence and sustainability, he emphasizes the role luxury hotels should play in promoting environmental sustainability.
Leading experts in the hospitality industry discuss marketing for success
In the competitive landscape of hotel marketing, three influential marketers share their perspectives.
Wellness in travel and tourism with Amanda Schmiege of The Pearl Spa and Wellness
Amanda Schmiege, senior director of spa and wellness at The Pearl Spa and Wellness UAE Collection (Four Seasons Dubai and Abu Dhabi), discusses the pivotal role of wellness in the tourism industry.
