Carat Saudi Arabia appoints new GM
Former Media Director of Middle East, Turkey and Africa at Mars, Eyad Zarea, has joined Carat as GM Saudi Arabia. He will manage the agency’s operations in Riyadh and Jeddah, as well as support local and international clients. Zarea brings over 20 years of senior experience in the region across...
Saudi HORECA ends on a high note
Saudi HORECA, the kingdom’s premier hospitality and foodservice trade fair, celebrated the end of its eighth edition on November 28, 2018. We take a look at the highlights
Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA appoints Samy Boukhaled as VP of Operations for KSA
Boukhaled has more than 29 years of experience in the industry, having held several leadership roles with hotel companies such as Accor and Sofitel.
Plans for Jabal Omar Hyatt Centric Makkah Hotel and Residences
Slated to open in 2023 as a launchpad for exploration, the hotel will feature 196 rooms and suites as well as 200 residences.
Radisson Hotel Group signs two hotels in Makkah, Saudi Arabia
The agreement increases Radisson Hotel Group’s portfolio in Saudi Arabia to 43 hotels and more than 10,000 rooms in operation and under development.
Largest Crowne Plaza coming to Makkah
IHG currently operates 23 Crowne Plaza hotels across the Middle East, with a further six due to open in the next three to five years.
Hyatt House debuts in the Middle East opening first property in the KSA
The opening of the Hyatt House hotel is a step towards increasing Hyatt’s brand footprint in the extended stay segment.
