Ascott to add almost 2,000 new units to its Middle East inventory in 2022
Ascott’s is on track to achieve its target of adding extra 6,000 units to its Middle East, Africa, and Turkey (MEAT) portfolio by 2025.
Dhookah, a unique solution for hookah
Hospitality and F&B expert George Gerges tells us how he invented Dhookah, a product that aims to provide a safe solution to hookah demand and usage during the Covid-19 pandemic.
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts debuts on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah Island
It occupies the first 18 floors of The Palm Tower, a new 52-story landmark development connected to the Nakheel Mall.
Ten new Rotana properties slated for the next three years
This is a testament to the competencies of Rotana and its expansion strategy to operate hotels in key locations in high growth markets.
Entrepreneurship at its finest with John Balian
It is an entrepreneurial mindset that drove John Balian, CEO of BIM POS, to pursue ambitious expansion plans despite the challenges of Covid-19. Here, we learn more about the products and services offered by BIM POS and how the firm is meeting the needs of its clients.
Rabih Zein appointed as the GM of Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort
Zein has nearly 20 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industries in the Middle East and Europe.
Governments and private sectors urged to collaborate to ensure travel rebounds
There needs to be significant industry and international governmental collaboration to solve information gathering and distribution efforts.
Brian Voelzing appointed director of operations at Restaurant Secrets Inc.
Voelzing’s responsibilities include concept development, feasibility studies, menu engineering, and many other F&B managerial tasks.
IHG to open seven new hotels across the KSA
Most hotels under the agreement are expected to be greenfield projects and will represent the best in class products.
Life in the champagne bubble
While Champagne evokes prestige and celebration, there’s so much more to this complex sparkling wine. We ask three professionals to share their insights.
