20 percent growth in the global truffle market until 2023
Black truffle was the largest segment within the overall market in 2018 and would remain so until 2023. White truffles market will also grow.
Swiss-Belhotel appoints Peter De Bondt as GM for Grand Swiss-Belresort Seef Bahrain
De Bondt began his foray in the industry with Mercure Hotels in Belgium in 1985 followed by postings in the Netherlands.
A second Radisson Collection property announced for Riyadh
The hotel will consist of 140 rooms. Guests requiring a longer stay will find accommodation in the hotel’s 27 serviced apartments and 24 villas.
Marriott’s W Hotel Muscat is now welcoming guests
The launch of the hotel created over 100 new jobs for Omanis and this number will increase towards the peak winter season.
First standalone restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait At Burj AlShaya opens
Riviera has been designed by Shanghai-based Kokai Studios – which has already worked with Four Seasons on highly-successful projects in Kuwait and Japan.
GCC’s hospitality industry to reach USD 32.5 billion in 2022
The UAE will continue to lead the GCC’s luxury hospitality segment till 2022 with 73 percent of existing luxury hotel stock.
Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts opens a new hotel in Egypt
The resort boasts 132 elegantly furnished rooms and suites with state-of-the-art fixtures and fittings, a generously proportioned pool facility and a wide choice of restaurants and bars.
Middle East and Africa’s commercial refrigeration equipment to be valued at USD 5 billion in 2023
The development of organized retail with respect to restaurants, supermarkets, and hypermarkets, in countries, such as Algeria, Morocco, and Egypt, is one of the key drivers of the MEA commercial refrigeration equipment market growth.
New executive chef joins The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
In his new role, Chef Murphy will provide flair and finesse as well as leadership for the team of 70 chefs across the hotel.
Raki Philipps replaces Haitham Mattar as RAKTDA CEO
Phillips has worked for some of the world’s most renowned global brands, including Ritz-Carlton Hotels, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Universal Studios.
