Aseer expands tourism investment with 44 seasonal sites for summer
Aseer Region Municipality has launched 44 seasonal investment sites to boost tourism investment and support the region’s busy summer tourism season.
The Saudi Food Show returns for 2026
The Saudifood Show 2026 takes place from Sept. 27—29 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center.
KOI brings Japanese Peruvian fusion to Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel
Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention Center’s signature restaurant KOI blends Japanese precision with Peruvian flavors, offering Riyadh diners a refined culinary destination.
Oman hotel revenues reach record levels during 2025 growth surge says Cavendish Maxwell
Khalil Al Zadjali, head of Oman at Cavendish Maxwell, reveals Oman’s hospitality sector achieved record hotel revenues in 2025 alongside rising tourism demand.
Beirut airport sees passenger recovery as summer travel gains momentum
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport welcomed more than 1.24 million passengers during the first four months of 2026, reinforcing its role as a key gateway for Lebanon’s tourism and hospitality sectors despite ongoing regional challenges.
The experiential coffee culture transforming MENA
Once a spot to simply enjoy a coffee and snack, cafes have today evolved into diverse lifestyle spaces where customers are encouraged to socialize, work and, most importantly, stay. Naim Maadad, chief executive and founder of Gates Hospitality, explains why regional operators need to create visits that extend well beyond the transaction to keep people coming back for more.
Oman’s hospitality pipeline adds 28 hotels and 4,789 rooms by 2027
Oman is expanding its hospitality sector with 28 hotel projects, adding 4,789 rooms and attracting global brands across key destinations.
Saudi Culinary Arts Commission launches second Academic Culinary Arts Program
The Saudi Culinary Arts Commission has launched the second edition of its Academic Culinary Arts Program. The initiative is delivered in partnership with accredited Saudi universities and academies.
Why discipline is key to leveraging global opportunities
In an industry defined by both emotion and economics, hospitality businesses face a balancing act when planning for the future. Hala Matar Choufany, president of HVS Middle East and Africa, explains how ambition and operational realism can combine to deliver long-term success.
Jeddah Central Development Company bets on sports to drive growth reports CXO Ahmed AlAredhi
Jeddah Central Development Company positions sport as a catalyst for sustainable urban development, tourism growth and long-term investment opportunities.
