USD 1 billion Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi on Yas Island inaugurated
Marks the latest addition to Yas Island’s offering of world-class tourism and entertainment attractions.
Dubai Holding and Emaar launched Dubai Square, a mega retail and hospitality destination
Dubai Square will equate to more than 100 soccer fields, 750,000 square meters of retail space and hospitality venues, and will also have the largest Chinatown in the Middle East.
Dubai’s Wild Wadi Waterpark and Hurghada’s Makadi Water World among the world’s top 10 water parks in the world
Universal’s Islands of Adventure in Orlando was selected the best amusement park in the world for the fourth consecutive year.
Small Luxury Hotels of the World appointed Jean-françois Ferret as Chief Executive Officer
Ferret replaces Filip Boyen who has resigned from his position at SLH after three years, spearheading significant change within the organization such as renewed focus on the brand’s quality assurance program.
USD 1 billion joint sustainable hospitality fund launched by Katara Hospitality and Accorhotels dedicated to Sub-Saharan African countries
It will target greenfield projects, brownfield projects and conversions of existing hotels through acquisitions, in a region which offers robust growth opportunities.
Bahraini hotel group to buy Dubai’s Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay
The Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay in Dubai has 269 rooms and suites offering views of the Dubai Canal or the city.
Emaar is building the region’s largest Chinatown in the UAE
Emaar will expand its premium luxury hotel and serviced residences brand, Address Hotels + Resorts, to China