St. Regis Jeddah set to open in 2030
Marriott International, Inc. has signed an agreement to bring the iconic St. Regis brand to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.The agreement includes partners Miyar Alshati Real Estate Company, managed by Miyar Capital, Telal Al Wadi Real Estate Company and Saud Al Arifi Group.
Lebanon’s hotel sector in focus with Roy Bou Gharios, GM of voco Beirut
Roy Bou Gharios, general manager of voco Beirut Central District & DIA Hospitality, gives us the lowdown on Lebanon’s hospitality industry and voco’s role in its transformation.
IHG signs Holiday Inn Express in Egypt’s new capital
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has partnered with Samco Holding for Development to expand its portfolio in Egypt.
Jumeirah Asora Bay set to open in Dubai by 2029
Jumeirah Group has announced plans for Jumeirah Asora Bay, a new luxury destination set to open in Dubai by 2029.
Earth Riyadh and Earth Jeddah to open between 2026-2027
Earth Hotels is expanding into Saudi Arabia with two new properties set to open in the coming years. Earth Riyadh is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2026, followed by Earth Jeddah in the fourth quarter of 2027. Both projects are part of a larger development pipeline valued at over USD 202 million, which also includes urban resorts in Lisbon and Porto.
TUMBI Hotels unveils first UAE property
TUMBI Hotels, founded by entrepreneur Ali Tumbi, has partnered with Tapestry Collection by Hilton for the opening of its flagship Dubai property. With an investment exceeding AED 375 million, the hotel redefines hospitality by blending wellness, sustainability and sophistication.
UAE’s hospitality scene with Eleni Tsolakou GM of Park Rotana
Park Rotana ‘s GM Eleni Tsolakou, a seasoned hotelier known for driving operational excellence, guest satisfaction and team engagement, discusses the UAE’s dynamic hospitality scene and the evolving tastes and expectations of today’s traveler.
Holiday Inn Express Cairo New Capital and The Five Hotel Apartments to open in Egypt by December 2025
Ishraq Hospitality and Samco Holding have joined forces to launch two major hospitality developments in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital.
Spark by Hilton to debut in Saudi Arabia in late 2025
Hilton has signed Spark by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah in partnership with Al Musbah Group, introducing the brand to Saudi Arabia.
Disney Theme Park Resort set to open on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi between 2028 and 2030
The Walt Disney Company and Miral have announced plans to develop a new Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi. The destination will be built on Yas Island, known globally for its entertainment and leisure offerings. This marks Disney’s seventh theme park resort worldwide and its first in the Middle East and North Africa region.
