Jordan’s GCC visitor arrivals reach a record high in 2024
The Jordan Tourism Board (JTB) officially announced that visitor arrivals from GCC nations reached record-breaking levels throughout 2024.
Kuwait’s F&B future: tradition with a twist
The F&B scene in Kuwait is rapidly evolving, with chefs innovating to meet customers’ changing demands. Drawing on insights from industry leaders, we explore how Kuwait’s chefs are balancing adaptation with authenticity to create dishes that are forward looking, but remain rooted in a rich culinary heritage.
Ramadan trends in the Middle East
Three accomplished chefs take us on a culinary tour around the Middle East, sharing Ramadan food trends and essential menu items.
Leadership in the hospitality industry
Robeir Sarofeem, sales country manager for Nestlé Professional, believes that great leaders are not defined by their titles or authority but by their experiences and wisdom. In this article, he explores strategies and core principles that drive success and sustainability in the hospitality sector.
Unlocking the foodverse for F&B brands
As consumer behavior shifts toward immersive, online experiences, the concept of the foodverse is emerging, offering brands new ways to engage with customers through VR, AI and blockchain technology. Dr Jane Thomason, emeritus chair of the World Metaverse Council, author and influencer, tells us more.
The meaning of a five-star coffee in a hotel
Cleia Junqueira, coffee consultant at The Coffee Connoisseur Collective, believes that coffee is more than a drink in luxury hotels; it’s an experience. Here, she outlines the importance of specialty brews and unique coffee environments.
10 ways to boost direct bookings via mobile apps
In a competitive market, hoteliers are doubling down on direct bookings to attract both new customers and repeat business. Now an essential tool of the trade, mobile apps have a key part to play in helping industry players meet their direct booking targets. Lovetto Nazareth, CEO of Prism Digital, shares his top 10 tips for getting the best out of mobile apps, from targeted marking to offering mobile-only deals.
Latest trends and innovations in pastry and chocolate
At the recent edition of Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Riyadh, a panel discussion was held to uncover pastry and chocolate’s latest trends and innovations.
The top bistro interior design trends for 2025
Chris Barnes, founder and owner of Broadway Interiors, has the lowdown on the bistro interior talking points for the coming months and beyond. Layered textures, versatile spaces and ethical practices are just some of the ones to watch.
Trade exhibitions: driving direct and indirect growth
While trade exhibitions make a vital direct contribution to the travel and tourism sectors of host countries, their benefits extend well beyond these industries, ranging from the contribution they make to broader economic growth to the platforms they offer for cultural exchanges. With Kuwait’s Vision 2035 gathering pace, we look at how trade exhibitions are expanding in parallel with the country’s broader tourism development.