Olympia Resort Abu Dhabi to open in 2026 

Olympia Resort Abu Dhabi to open in 2026 

Modon Hospitality launches Olympia Resort Abu Dhabi, a luxury active lifestyle destination opening on Hudayriyat Island in early 2026.

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Jumeirah Golf Estates Resort Dubai slated to open in 2030

Jumeirah Golf Estates Resort Dubai slated to open in 2030

Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.

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Cluster GM Evan Harrington on reimagining hospitality in RAK

Cluster GM Evan Harrington on reimagining hospitality in RAK

As technology transforms the rhythm of hospitality, Evan Harrington, cluster GM of Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island and Pullman Hotels and Resorts Al Marjan Island, stays rooted in what matters most: people. Blending innovation with authenticity, he reveals how his team keeps emotion and elegance at the heart of every guest experience.

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Cultivating excellence in hospitality with Andrea Strim, GM of Renaissance Business Bay Hotel, Dubai

Cultivating excellence in hospitality with Andrea Strim, GM of Renaissance Business Bay Hotel, Dubai

Andrea Strim, GM of Renaissance Business Bay Hotel, approaches hospitality with a focus on people, operational efficiency and strategic growth. He discusses his approach to motivating teams, fostering innovation and navigating the evolving challenges of today’s hospitality landscape.

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Dubai hotels unpacked with Alain Khalife, general manager of JW Marriott Hotel Marina

Dubai hotels unpacked with Alain Khalife, general manager of JW Marriott Hotel Marina

Alain Khalife, general manager of JW Marriott Hotel Marina, sheds light on Dubai’s hospitality scene and the latest trends.

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Unlocking the power of total rewards with Karim El Berkch, hotel manager of Kempinski Hotel Muscat

Unlocking the power of total rewards with Karim El Berkch, hotel manager of Kempinski Hotel Muscat

Karim El Berkchi, manager of Kempinski Hotel Muscat, draws on two decades of global luxury experience to illustrate how total rewards elevate team performance.

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Saudi Arabia’s luxury hospitality evolution with Fredrik Blomqvist

Saudi Arabia’s luxury hospitality evolution with Fredrik Blomqvist

Fredrik Blomqvist, general manager of Raffles Jeddah, discusses the city’s evolving luxury hospitality scene, emerging guest trends and how Raffles will blend legendary service with Jeddah’s unique character to create unforgettable, meaningful experiences.

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Bvlgari Resort & Mansions to open in Abu Dhabi in 2030

Bvlgari Resort & Mansions to open in Abu Dhabi in 2030

Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts has officially announced plans to open the Bvlgari Resort & Mansions Abu Dhabi in 2030.

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Building MENA’s future: 40 hotel projects to watch

Building MENA’s future: 40 hotel projects to watch

From beachfront resorts and mountain retreats to city stopovers and desert oases, MENA’s hospitality project pipeline is as diverse as its many unique destinations. Our round-the-region snapshot spotlights 40 exciting projects that key hotel operators have planned for end-2025, 2026 and beyond.

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