Stay tuned for AHIC’s 15th edition coming in April

Stay tuned for AHIC’s 15th edition coming in April

The 2019 program, themed ‘Synchronized for Success’, is being developed following the AHIC Advisory Board.

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Sharihan Al Mashary appointed by Emaar Hospitality Group as first female Emirati GM

Sharihan Al Mashary appointed by Emaar Hospitality Group as first female Emirati GM

Al Mashary has a strong knowledge and understanding of the hospitality and tourism sector.

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Oman-based Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel, reopened to guests

Oman-based Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel, reopened to guests

Royal Estates Royal Court Affairs in Oman carried out the design of most of the refurbishment work.

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Morocco on Marriott International’s expansion plans in Africa

Morocco on Marriott International’s expansion plans in Africa

With over 360 rooms, the hotel in Marrakesh is slated to be rebranded in 2020.

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Rotana appoints Tom Stevens as Area GM for Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Tanzania and Congo

Rotana appoints Tom Stevens as Area GM for Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Tanzania and Congo

Stevens will leverage his management expertise to cultivate an operating environment that produces consistent guest satisfaction across all hotels.

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Wael Maatouk joins Habtoor Palace, LXR Hotels & Resorts as new GM

Wael Maatouk joins Habtoor Palace, LXR Hotels & Resorts as new GM

He brings over 20 years of experience in the restaurant and luxury hotel industry.

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Paul Wieser appointed as executive chef at two Shangri-la properties in Oman

Paul Wieser appointed as executive chef at two Shangri-la properties in Oman

With over 25 years in the industry, Chef Wieser worked in markets as diverse as Europe, Asia and Middle East for hospitality brands.

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Nakheel debuts UAE’s first floating pool at Palm Jumeirah

Nakheel debuts UAE’s first floating pool at Palm Jumeirah

The 20-meter-long, 10-meter-wide pool has an extensive deck area with sunbeds and seating for up to 75 people.

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KSA is building Amaala, ‘the Riviera of the Middle East’

KSA is building Amaala, ‘the Riviera of the Middle East’

The development will feature hotels, villas, retail and an academy of the arts, marinas and a yacht club.

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