IHG’s voco Beirut Central District opens its doors
IHG® Hotels & Resorts has officially introduced its premium brand, voco, to Beirut, Lebanon, under a franchise agreement with DIA SARL. The hotel, rebranded as voco Beirut Central District, opened its doors at the November 2024. The new addition, adds 127 stylish rooms to IHG’s growing portfolio in the country.
Marriott International partners with RTS Investments Group
RTS Investments Group has announced the signing of an agreement with Marriott International to operate its Business Bay Hotel in Dubai.
Getting to know Imad Akil, GM of Centro Mada Amman by Rotana
With over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Imad Akil, GM of Centro Mada Amman by Rotana, has successfully led the opening of multiple hotels in the region. In addition, he has played a pivotal role in supporting Rotana’s head office through various field visits and corporate initiatives. We sat down with the accomplished hotelier to discuss the hotel’s sustainability pledge and how the Jordan’s hospitality sector is evolving.
IHG debuts its first urban luxury resort and spa in Riyadh
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the addition of InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh Resort & Spa to its portfolio of resorts in KSA.
Guillaume Ferraz brings the vibrancy of day life to Sunset Hospitality Group
Guillaume Ferraz, managing director of the Sunset Hospitality Group Daylife division, oversees the group’s beachfront and pool experiences. He brings two decades of experience to the role, spanning beach club and restaurant operations, overall team management and leadership, as well as strategic and commercial execution. Here, he discusses SHG’s day-life destinations and reflects on his career path
Marriott signs 13 new deals as part of its expansion in Turkey
Marriott International, Inc. has reinforced its positioning in Turkey with the announcement of 13 deal signings comprising over 2,000 rooms. The signings are expected to further enhance the company’s footprint in the country, where it currently has a portfolio of 48 properties and nearly 8,000 rooms across 21 brands.
Embarking on a new adventure in Doha with Amjad Audat
As the newly appointed general manager of Le Méridien City Center Doha, Amjad Audat is an expert in strategic planning for hospitality organizations. Here, he tells us more about his career and plans for the property.
60 seconds with Charles Fisher, GM of Four Seasons Cairo at First Residence
An intrepid globetrotter, tenacious problem solver and luxury hospitality aficionado, Charles Fisher wears the various hats of a hotelier with ease. He brings more than two decades of experience to his current role as general manager of Four Seasons Cairo at First Residence, where we caught up with him for an exclusive interview.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA endorses SME ecosystem
Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA has signed an MOU with Dubai’s esteemed entity Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME).The signature marks a significant milestone in their joint commitment to fostering economic growth, enhancing competition, and strengthening the local SME ecosystem.
RAK National Hotels acquires Marjan Island Resort & Spa
RAK National Hotels LLC (RAKNH) has added the 300-key Marjan Island Resort & Spa from Manazil Group to its portfolio of hospitality and leisure assets.
