UAE 2018 F&B report

UAE 2018 F&B report

We examine the current state of the UAE’s F&B market and understand the interplay of demand and supply dynamics

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Accor, Marriott the largest hotel companies in the Middle East, STR data

Accor, Marriott the largest hotel companies in the Middle East, STR data

As part of the STR 500, the company released the top 50 companies and brands in the Middle East during Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) in RAK.

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Saudi tourism sector to be valued at USD 70 billion in 2019

Saudi tourism sector to be valued at USD 70 billion in 2019

More relaxed access to visas, as well as combining religious and leisure travel, will be key growth drivers.

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Why modern companies need mindfulness

Why modern companies need mindfulness

It’s the word on everybody’s lips and a hot topic across every sector of the economy, in companies of all sizes, and even schools and universities. Unsurprisingly, mindfulness is a major talking point amongst nutritionists and health coaches in hotel chains, spas and the wellbeing industry. Ana Larriu, from THE W.A.W. PROGRAM©, discusses the benefits of a mindful existence, both in and outside of the workplace

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Global vegan cheese market on a growing curve

Global vegan cheese market on a growing curve

This is mainly driven by a growing awareness of lactose-intolerant conditions which is also boosting sales. Consumers are buying dairy alternatives.

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The UAE hotel market outlook

The UAE hotel market outlook

A review of the latest hotel performance indicators, outlook and insights on the UAE hotel market, focusing on the Emirates of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the Northern Emirates of Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman and Fujairah, from Talal Yousif, Director of HVS

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Hotel technology: What’s next?

Hotel technology: What’s next?

What will hotel owners likely see in the next three to five years and how can we drive technology adoption in the hospitality industry?

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Cairo, Riyadh, Istanbul, and Dubai on WTTC’s global cities’ readiness for tourism

Cairo, Riyadh, Istanbul, and Dubai on WTTC’s global cities’ readiness for tourism

The index measures 50 global gateway cities into one of five levels of ‘readiness’ and provides actionable solutions to foster sustainable growth.

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HotStats’ latest Middle East and Africa hotel insights report

HotStats’ latest Middle East and Africa hotel insights report

It’s been tough sledding for hotels in the Middle East & North Africa. February marked the sixth consecutive month of year-over-year profit decline, in spite of a slight rise in RevPAR, according to the latest data tracking full-service hotels from HotStats. GOPPAR (Total Gross Operating Profit) for the month declined...

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