A vision for the Kingdom
As the new CEO of Saudi-based Dur Hospitality, Sultan bin Badr Al-Otaibi has been quietly positioning the company to leverage the performance of a homegrown powerhouse. While major economic, cultural and social changes are sweeping through the Kingdom, Al-Otaibi is spearheading the hospitality sector toward expansion and development to meet the ambitious objectives laid out in Saudi Vision 2030
Fidaa Ayoub brings ‘The Phoenix’ to life
Fidaa Ayoub, represented Lebanon at this year’s Lebanon and UAE Patron 2019 Tequila finals competition in Dubai. Yet despite the fact that he did not achieve what he originally intended to, his resolve was strengthened as the entire event constituted a very valuable learning experience.
Hilton Announces New Leadership for Middle East, Africa & Turkey Region
Rudi Jagersbacher to step down after 40 years of service for Hilton; Jochem-Jan Sleiffer to oversee growth strategy as new Area President for MEA&T
Very BEYrouth
In an exclusive interview to HN, Hodema consulting services talks with Ezzat Ellaz, founder of a successful F&B concept launched and operated in Lisbon, Spain.
Mama Shelter hotel brand to debut in Bahrain in 2020
The 160-room hotel will be developed within the USD 1.5 billion Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH) project, one of the most anticipated mixed-use projects in the Kingdom.
Meraas expands its seaside activities and offerings this fall
From 24 October to 8 November 2019, you can catch all-time favorite movies at the pop-up cinema every time you spend AED 30 at Kite Beach.
The rise of the region’s Earth Hotels
The UAE will soon welcome an entirely new hotel concept, which, according to its CEO, Alan Honein, will constitute a welcome option for travelers who are no longer willing to pay for services they do not require. What is the concept behind Earth Hotels and what sets it apart from...
Food Choice showcases Valrhona Chocolate School’s innovations
Food Choice Kuwait showcased the latest innovations of its leading French chocolate partner, Valrhona, during a workshop at the Four Seasons Hotel. The famous British Chef Paul Hayward, from Valrhona School of Chocolate, visited Kuwait to introduce and hold the workshop, as well as familiarize all present about the latest innovations to professional chefs...