Regional hotel pipelines: from vision to reality
The regional hotel investment and development environment is undoubtedly dynamic, buoyed by a robust pipeline of ambitious and diverse projects. Kostas Nikolaidis, senior account manager MEA for STR, maps out the hotel projects which are collectively transforming the Middle East into a world-class tourism destination.
How to unleash the power of tech in HR
Getting the best out of the latest technology requires business leaders to be open to new ideas and recognize that improving customer service should always be the endgame. Mark Dickinson, of DONE! Hospitality Training Solutions, shares his dos and don’ts for utilizing tech in HR.
8 trends driving luxury travel
Luxury tourism may be booming, but its definition is evolving, in line with the changing demands of today’s travelers. Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, pinpoints eight trends that are playing a part in the recalibration of this key industry segment, from coolcation concepts to local community engagement.
How to create a culinary landmark
Duncan Fraser-Smith, founder of The Cutting Edge Hospitality Agency and author of “Create to Plate,” discusses restaurant trends in Saudi Arabia and the broader global trends impacting the industry.