Kingdom of Saudi Arabia among the first to accept IATA Travel Pass
Travelers to/from KSA will have the choice of using either the IATA Travel Pass or Tawakkalna, the country’s national health app.
Achieving Destination Stewardship? New WTTC report provides a framework
The WTTC report offers scenarios and ways forward for organizations that seek to achieve greater destination stewardship.
Alcoholic drinks: three trends to keep an eye on
Like most industries, Covid-19 had a seismic impact on the drinks and alcoholic drinks industry. Here’s what you should know this year.
Life as a unicorn: What does Kitopi have under its belt?
Following Kitopi’s investment, HN spoke with Mario Arjan, the company’s managing director, UAE, to learn about the company’s upcoming plans.
How to create a sustainable private sector in Lebanon
A sustainable and optimized private sector were discussed in a series of roundtables led by Executive Magazine in partnership with USAID.
Oped: How the devaluation of the Lebanese pound is positively impacting tourism in Lebanon
Years after Beirut was considered one of the most expensive capitals in the world, tourism revenue increased to over USD 8.7 billion in 2019.
UNWTO launches ‘Jobs Factory’ to kickstart global tourism jobs recovery
Job seekers can create a profile, search for positions, and set up job alerts to be informed of the latest opportunities.
Technology is changing the food & beverage industry
Nouhad Dammous, editor-in-chief of Hospitality News Middle East, looks at how innovation is shaping F&B’s future.
Beyond hospitality: how Accor is positioning itself as a leader in the F&B scene
HN spoke with Maarten van den Nieuwenhuijsen, vice president, openings and guest quality, Middle East & Africa, to get the lowdown on their upcoming developments.
Exclusive report: Magical Morocco
For many travelers, a holiday represents a dreamlike escape. Rishabh Thapar, director of HVS’s Middle East and Africa team, tells us why Morocco is hitting all the high notes with explorers looking for something a little different.