World’s first Warner Bros. hotel to open its doors in November on Yas Island
The hotel’s guests will be treated to a journey of discovery through film and television, enjoying Warner Bros.’ rich history.
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts to debut in Morocco, Oman and Qatar
In the Middle East, the brand plans to grow its presence in Qatar with the expected early 2022 opening of The St. Regis Marsa Arabia Island.
Fairmont Dubai completes first phase of renovation
With the completion of the renovation, the hotel debuted 276 new rooms and suites that have been refreshed to add a modern touch, giving it a comfortable yet contemporary look and feel.
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts unveils a new property in Downtown Dubai
The St. Regis Downtown Dubai will debut an elegant Astor Ballroom in March 2022, with 564 square meters of event space.
ENVI Lodges appoints Paul Jordaan as director of operations
Paul Jordaan was the GM of five Aman resorts in India, Sri Lanka and Bhutan. He also operated Six Senses resorts in Vietnam and Oman.
Emaar Hospitality Group’s Address Hotels and Resorts debuts in Turkey
Emaar Hospitality’s Address Istanbul boasts 182 rooms, two dining outlets, an executive club lounge, and a spa that offers a Turkish Hammam.
Epic views and exciting news at Burj on Bay Hotel, Lebanon
Overlooking the Bay of Jounieh and the iconic Casino du Liban, Burj on Bay Hotel is a triumph in luxury hospitality. We spoke with Nicolas Broumana, the hotel’s food and beverage manager, to hear about the latest developments and how Burj on Bay Hotel is elevating its five-star offering.
The Red Sea Development Company unveils plans for its Desert Rock mountain resort
Desert Rock is designed to protect and preserve the environment and will allow guests to connect with nature and local culture of the region.
Staying true to a hotelier’s journey with Joseph Karam
Joseph Karam’s love for hospitality stems from an early age. Having spent his childhood playing at the iconic Belmont Hotel in Lebanon’s mountain town of Ehden, he went on to study hotel management and obtained his MBA in HR.
Now, with over 20 years’ hospitality experience under his belt, the successful hotelier is gearing up for the role of general manager at Crowne Plaza Dubai Jumeirah, which will add a new layer of responsibilities to his position as cluster GM for the Holiday Inn Express Jumeirah and Crowne Plaza Dubai Deira. We sat with him to learn more.
Staybridge Suites Dubai Financial Centre is now open
The 48-story Staybridge Suites tower is an eye-catching feature of Dubai’s iconic skyline and is located opposite the DIFC.
