Fredrik Blomqvist named new GM of Six Senses Southern Dunes KSA
Six Senses Southern Dunes, the first property that’s set to open in Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Project in late 2023, will have general manager Fredrik Blomqvist at its helm.
ENVI Al Nakheel Lodge slated to open in Al Ahsa Oasis in 2024
ENVI Al Nakheel, a luxury sustainable lodge in Saudi Arabia’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Al Ahsa Oasis, is scheduled to open next year.
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Al Khobar Corniche slated to open in August in KSA
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Ramada Encore by Wyndham Al Khobar Corniche, further cementing its presence and growth plans in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
IHG’s voco Beirut Central District to debut by the end of 2023
IHG® Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with DIA SARL to debut IHG’s premium brand, voco, in Beirut, Lebanon. The signing took place in the presence of HE Walid Nassar, the minister of tourism for Lebanon. Voco Beirut Central District is scheduled to be rebranded by the end of 2023, adding 123 rooms to IHG’s portfolio in the country.
Nespresso releases its Californian Dream Summer Collection
Nespresso is kicking off the season of sunshine and warmth with a refreshing Californian Dream-inspired experience. With a lineup of coffees crafted to be enjoyed over ice, beautifully designed accessories and quench-thirsting recipes.
Duncan Fraser-Smith joins GLEE Hospitality Solutions as managing partner
Hospitality expert Duncan Fraser-Smith has been appointed managing partner of GLEE Hospitality Solutions. Having launched hundreds of successful and high-profile hospitality venues throughout the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe and Australia, he brings over three decades of experience to the role. He also authored Create to Plate and is a regular keynote speaker, moderator and panelist at international hospitality trade and corporate conferences and events.
Café BRIX Dubai set to open in September
The Lab Holding has announced the group’s newest addition, Café BRIX, which is set to open in September at the idyllic Jumeirah Fishing Harbour Dubai.
Anantara Trojena resort slated to open in 2026
Minor Hotels has unveiled the expansion of its luxury Anantara brand with Trojena, a captivating year-round mountain destination nestled in NEOM.
Construction underway for Sharaan Resort and International Summit Centre
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has begun construction of its Sharaan Resort and International Summit Centre, designed by French architect Jean Nouvel. The project will be built in the mountains of Sharaan Nature Reserve and aims to meet ambitious sustainability goals for the construction phase and resort operations.
