Aline Kamakian on preserving Armenian heritage through worldwide hospitality
From a family table in Beirut to international acclaim, Aline Kamakian, founder and CEO of Fig Holding, has built Mayrig into a global ambassador for Armenian cuisine. A chef whose work extends from disciplined expansion to humanitarian service, she reflects here on preservation, purpose and an upcoming surprise for Lebanon.
Esco-bar Coctel y Cocina: Awarded, elevated, expanding
Esco-Bar, the celebrated Lebanese bar-restaurant concept by MEC Concepts, takes its global expansion to new heights with the opening of Esco-Bar Coctel y Cocina in Palm West Beach Dubai in 2022.
Stephan Schupbach on Chedi Hospitality’s unbound approach to luxury hospitality
In a buoyant regional market, Chedi Hospitality is expanding its presence through a growth strategy rooted in authentic luxury and cultural stewardship. CEO Stephan Schupbach tells HN how the group is curating experiences that go beyond simple stays to give high-end guests a deeper sense of connection and place.
Hilton to open Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton by Hilton in Riyadh
Hilton has signed two new hotels in Riyadh Olaya, marking another milestone in its continued expansion across Saudi Arabia today.
Two Swissôtel destinations In Türkiye one unforgettable journey
Blending Swiss precision with authentic Turkish hospitality, Swissôtel in Türkiye offers travelers two distinctive destinations designed around experience, wellbeing and cultural immersion.
Why travel technology is a get ahead or get left behind moment
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.
Youssef Akiki’s next cut: A steakhouse and butchery in Lebanon
Youssef Akiki, owner of Brût and president of Disciples Escoffier Lebanon, is a prominent figure in Lebanon’s culinary scene. As he prepares to open a new steakhouse and butchery in Antelias, he reflects on creativity, balance and the milestones that shaped his year.
Accor accelerates premium growth in Cairo with Swissôtel Cairo West
Accor signs Swissôtel Cairo West, marking a milestone expansion reinforcing Egypt as a priority growth market regionally today.
Heritage forward renovations with Aradhana Khowala, CEO of Aptamind Partners
Aradhana Khowala, CEO of Aptamind Partners, shares perspectives on restoring historic assets with purpose, grounding design in place, culture and community while creating meaningful guest experiences..
Redefining the hotel’s next chapter with Andre Saade, GM at Radisson Blu Minhal
Andre Saade, general manager at Radisson Blu Minhal, shares how strategic rebranding, culinary precision and renewed event focus reshaped the hotel’s market position.
