Celebrating Gefinor Rotana’s 25 Years with Samer AbouAleiwi
Gefinor Rotana’s general manager, Samer AbouAleiwi, reflects on Beirut’s enduring hospitality spirit and highlights a milestone year for the iconic property.
Saudi Arabia accelerates luxury growth with iconic design hotels
Saudi Arabia continues reshaping its tourism landscape with groundbreaking hotels blending luxury, sustainability and architecture.
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.
Four Seasons expands in Saudi Arabia with six new hotels
Four Seasons is accelerating its growth in the Middle East with a strong hotel development pipeline across Saudi Arabia.
Spark by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah to open in 2026
Hilton is set to expand its presence in the kingdom with the upcoming Spark by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah. The debut of this new property marks the arrival of Hilton’s premium economy brand to the Middle East and Africa for the first time. Scheduled to open soon, the hotel aims to deliver comfort, convenience and value to guests visiting one of the world’s most sacred destinations.
Hotel Indigo New Cairo to welcome guests in 2031
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has partnered with Samco Holding for Development to expand its portfolio in Egypt. The agreement introduces Holiday Inn Express to Cairo’s New Administrative Capital, marking a significant brand debut in the country. The hotel opens in 2030.
Chris Wayne-Wills, cluster GM of JA on leading through adversity
Chris Wayne-Wills discusses how overcoming challenges has shaped his leadership, strengthened team culture and redefined excellence while managing JA Ocean View and The Manor.
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.
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.
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.
