Lebanese Industry Expo 2025 kicks off in Beirut from October 29 to November 1 at Seaside Arena
Under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. general Joseph Aoun, president of the Lebanese Republic, the first edition of the Lebanese Industry Expo will take place from October 29 to November 1, 2025 at Seaside Arena, Beirut.
Saudi Arabia launches TOURISE to shape the future
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism, his excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, officially launched TOURISE, a global platform redefining tourism’s future and vision.
The Talks serve up insights at Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai 2025
Hailed as a resounding success, the seventh edition of Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai drew to a close on October 2 after three inspiring days of indulgence and innovation at Madinat Jumeirah. The event welcomed over 7,000 visitors and reaffirmed its status as the region’s premier showcase for chocolate, pastry and confectionery excellence.
6 sustainable travel trends on luxury travel lovers’
Gone are the days when luxury travel was all about opulence and indulgence. Today’s high-end travelers are instead looking for meaningful experiences that align with their values. Michael Donald, co-founder of Halo Business Consulting Ltd, highlights six luxury travel trends that are ripe for development across the region.
How to grow your hotel’s Google visibility through AI-powered voice SEO
In an era of AI-enabled virtual assistants, travelers are increasingly using voice commands to search for their accommodation and make bookings. Monica E. Chikhani, managing director and founder of MEC Workshop, explores how hotels can leverage AI-driven voice SEO to attract customers and drive those all-important direct bookings.
6 trends defining new regional hotel openings
A major shift is underway in high-end hospitality as hoteliers move to meet the demands of visitors who are looking for experiences rather than excessive extravagance. And the good news is that MENA is at the forefront of this transformation. Diogo Ildefonso, general manager at Glee Hospitality Solutions, spotlights six project-pipeline trends to watch that are already gaining traction region-wide.
Efficiency vs. emotion: why restaurant labor is at a crossroads
Automation may be firmly entrenched in F&B operations worldwide, but a rebalancing of the scales now appears to be underway. Mark Dickinson, of DONE! Hospitality Training Solutions believes this return to center is a timely reminder that technology should serve us – not replace us.
Maison Prunelle, chef Charles Azar and Exotica join forces to celebrate World Bread Day in Beirut
Maison Prunelle is set to host a one-of-a-kind celebration in Beirut on October 16 to mark World Bread Day in collaboration with Exotica and renowned pastry chef Charles Azar. The exclusive event will spotlight the artistry of bread combining gastronomy, craftsmanship and design in an experience never before celebrated this way in Lebanon.
From bean to bar: the rise of the chocolate sommelier
Chocolate is no longer just a sweet treat; it has become a subject of study, sensory exploration, and culinary refinement. On October 1, 2025, at Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai, experts explored how cocoa became a sophisticated tasting experience. Furthermore, the discussion featured Victoire Finaz, chocologue and founder of Chocologue Paris, and James Knight-Pacheco, culinary development lead at Chef Middle East.
Dubai leads UAE hotel sector growth, says Cavendish Maxwell
According to new research and insights from Cavendish Maxwell , the UAE’s hotel sector is seeing strong growth across all segments. Vidhi Shah, director and head of Commercial Valuation at Cavendish Maxwell, notes that Dubai continues to lead the market, outperforming other emirates in occupancy.
