The rise of lifestyle hotels
Oliver Corrin, global head of interiors at Latitude, takes a closer look at the lifestyle hotel craze and the design trends defining them.
Bahrain: the ultimate escape destination
Hala Matar Choufany, president for the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia at HVS, defines Bahrain’s hospitality scene and details what makes it the ultimate tourism destination.
Franchise trends in 2023
Hospitality experts agree that the industry has changed drastically post Covid-19, and the franchising space is no exception. Jad Shamseddin, COO of Aleph Hospitality, outlines the franchise trends and challenges that are likely to define 2023.
What 2023 holds for hospitality events
Digital technology, sustainability and experience-led events are just some of the emerging trends that are set to transform the future of the event industry. We asked two industry experts and event organizers to lift the lid on where the industry is heading.
A gloves-off conversation between restaurants operators and guests
Business consultant Keary Shandler answers the tough question of whether there is a disconnection between diners and restaurant owners, guests, and hotel operators. And tells us how the answer depends on your side of the fence.
International travel: what to expect in 2023
The pandemic taught us that nothing should be taken for granted. And, with most countries having now lifted all Covid-19-related restrictions, the vast majority of people are keen to once again make travel an important part of their lives, albeit in a year of no-normal, as Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema consulting services, explains.
Innovative franchise and manchise models
Franchising is a proven route to the successful international expansion of businesses in various sectors, from hotels and restaurants to high-end fashion and beauty. Babette Märzheuser-Wood, managing director of franchise advisory at Dentons, gives us the lowdown on the different solutions available for companies looking to explore franchising or manchising.
How to build a strong franchise
Whether you are a franchisor or a franchisee, there are several important considerations to take into account before entering into a franchise agreement, as Christian Salloum, founder and managing director of BrandPortunity Hospitality Consultancy, points out.