Debut of Vignette Collection in Saudi Arabia slated for 2024
IHG® Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a management agreement with the owners of Carlton Al Moaibed hotel in Al Khobar, KSA, in order to transform the hotel into Saudi Arabia’s first Vignette Collection Hotel. The refurbished and rebranded property is scheduled to open in 2024.
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh launches Le Carré Catering Service
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre has expanded its culinary offerings on the local scene with the launch of Le Carré by Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, a new service providing world-class catering for events and celebrations throughout Saudi Arabia’s capital city and across the kingdom.
Saudi Arabia leads the way for new projects
A notable shift has occurred in the regional hotel construction landscape, which saw the UAE relinquishing its position as the leader in hotels under construction.
Six Senses Amaala slated to open in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is the fastest-growing tourism destination in the G20, thanks to its mix of history, heritage, culture, coral-fringed beaches and sunshine. Deriving from the Arabic word for hope and the Sanskrit word for purity, Amaala embodies this transformation as part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 program to build a vibrant society, thriving economy and ambitious nation. Spanning 4,155 square kilometers of an unspoiled nature reserve, this region is blessed with dramatic coastal scenery, majestic mountainous backdrops, pristine white-sand beaches and untouched coastal reefs. Six Senses Amaala is set to open as part of the first phase of the Triple Bay development.
Coffee time with Khalid Al Malki, brand manager of Tres Marias Coffee KSA
In this exclusive interview, Khalid Al Malki, brand manager of Tres Marias KSA, shares his wealth of knowledge about the brewing culture and deep understanding of the coffee market.
Minor Hotels partners with the TDF of Saudi Arabia to develop new projects
Minor Hotels has signed an MoU with Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund to jointly develop and operate high-quality hospitality and lifestyle projects focused on mountain resorts, wellness resorts and urban hotels within the kingdom. The first project under this partnership is expected to be announced in H2 this year.
Wrapping up the FHS 2023, Saudi Arabia with Jonathan Worsley
Passionate about bringing the hospitality industry together and being a change catalyst through showcasing innovation and thought leadership, Jonathan Worsley, chairman and CEO of The Bench, thrives on connecting professionals, driving progress and shaping the future of the industry with his trade shows.
Kitchen talk with Lucas Glanville, senior executive chef of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
Raised in a “food-focused” family, Lucas Glanville was inspired by his mother to pursue a culinary career while he was still in high school. He studied culinary arts at a London catering college before joining the Michelin-star restaurant Le Gavroche and subsequently joining Browns Restaurant Melbourn, an award-winning restaurant. Here, the senior executive chef of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre shares his insights into the Saudi culinary scene and how he is tackling the issue of sustainability in the kitchen.
Four Saudi cities rank high on the IMD Smart City Index 2023
Riyadh has maintained its position as the third Arab city in the IMD Smart City Index (SCI) 2023, which saw the Saudi cities of Makkah, Jeddah, and Madinah included in the observatory for the first time, ranking 4th, 5th and 7th respectively.
