A new dawn for the MENA region’s hospitality industry

A new dawn for the MENA region’s hospitality industry

Hospitality News Middle East’s editorial team forecasts a bright future for the hospitality industry, which is gathering pace post-pandemic.

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The reality of real estate hotel investment

The reality of real estate hotel investment

If considered carefully, investing in hotel real estate can be a profitable endeavor. Christian Salloum, managing director of BrandPortunity Hospitality Consultancy, takes a closer look at the different types of investment and how to get the ball rolling.

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What’s on the table with Glee Hospitality Solutions

What’s on the table with Glee Hospitality Solutions

From the moment a guest steps into an establishment, they expect to be treated to an experience that tantalizes every one of their senses. Natalya Latypova, managing director of Glee Hospitality Solutions talks tableware and the impact it can have on the restaurant experience.

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Back to the land of the pharaohs

Back to the land of the pharaohs

Egypt appears to be getting back on its feet after years of economic turmoil and social unrest, intensified by the pandemic. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema consulting services, shares her insights on tourism recovery and what the regional power of North Africa is likely to witness in terms of foreign arrivals in 2022 and beyond.

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New projects redefining the GCC hotel landscape

New projects redefining the GCC hotel landscape

The hotel industry never stands still, which is ironic when you consider that as an industry, it encourages clients to sit back and relax! Kostas Nikolaidis, Middle East and Africa executive for STR, gives us the lowdown on the fast-paced GCC hotel market, which is definitely raring to go.

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Taking the lead: 12 inspirational hoteliers

Taking the lead: 12 inspirational hoteliers

Hospitality is one of the most rewarding industries out there, which is why so many professionals dedicate their lives to the business. We checked in with 12 hoteliers to hear how their careers began, the lessons they’ve learned and shared since joining the profession and what the next chapter of the industry’s growth story looks like.

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Ecolodges in the Middle East: The new big thing

Ecolodges in the Middle East: The new big thing

While global interest in ecotourism has been growing at a rapid pace, inflation has also started to shape travel choices. Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema consulting services, guides us around the ecolodges in the region which are increasingly attracting environmentally conscious travelers from around the world.

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Where to study hospitality

Where to study hospitality

With so many degrees to choose from, deciding where to study hospitality can be a confusing business. We take a look at 12 institutions in the region that are offering students a range of exciting courses and bringing through the next generation of hoteliers and culinary stars.

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The burgeoning bleisure market with Jad Shamseddin, COO of Aleph Hospitality

The burgeoning bleisure market with Jad Shamseddin, COO of Aleph Hospitality

Those mixing professional business travel with personal leisure time have been coined “bleisure” travelers. Jad Shamseddin, COO of Aleph Hospitality, lifts the lid on this growing segment that should be carefully studied and catered to by hotels worldwide.

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What it takes to make it in the culinary world

What it takes to make it in the culinary world

We asked restaurateur Ziad Kamel and chef Thomas A.Gugler to list the qualities that make all the difference in their fields of expertise.

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