Hospitality 2020: a year to remember or one to forget?
While Covid-19 hit the hospitality industry hard, hotel markets in the Arab world produced intriguing results. Kostas Nikolaidis, Middle East and Africa executive for STR, takes a closer look at the figures to determine the real impact of the coronavirus on the Middle East’s hospitality sector.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts unveils its revamped logo
The refreshed Shangri-La logo presents a more contemporary look and feel while maintaining the powerful equity of the brand.
Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Beirut appoints new restaurant manager at Madinati
Freiha has more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry and has held senior management positions with various international companies.
New managing director of Raffles Dubai & Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk
He brings 30 years of hospitality experience and contributed to the success of renowned hotels within global five-star chains.
An amalgam of luxury and heritage: The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah
It is never a wrong time to kick off a luxury property especially when their focus is not just on luxury but on the cultural experience.
Radisson Hotel Group debuts its fourth brand in Dubai
It brings the group’s presence to 14 hotels in the UAE and 77 properties in operation and under development across the Middle East.
Three new senior appointments at Jumeirah Group
The General Manager positions across two hotels in the UAE and the Group’s upcoming property in Oman have been filled by existing Jumeirah talents.
When luxury meets exclusivity: The Karl Lagerfeld Hotel Collection
The Karl Lagerfeld Hotel Collection will be available in the most exclusive hotels in the world, starting with a new luxury boutique hotel in Brisbane.
Deutsche Hospitality accelerated its expansion in the region
The group is poised to expand in the region by 20 hotels by the end of 2023 in key leisure destinations including Dubai, Muscat, and Jeddah.
IHG appoints GM for Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC
Before joining Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC, Deverson served as the director of food and beverage at Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley.
