Gulf hospitality operators attracting younger Muslim travelers

Gulf hospitality operators attracting younger Muslim travelers

  Gulf hospitality operators looking to increase their share of the growing halal tourism market should diversify and digitize their offerings to suit younger generations of Muslim travelers, according to experts speaking at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2019. Representatives in attendance came from Wego, DinarStandard, Shaza Hotels, Tripfez, Serendipity Tailormade,...

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Erden Kendigelen is the new multi-property GM for The St. Regis Amman and Al Manara

Erden Kendigelen is the new multi-property GM for The St. Regis Amman and Al Manara

He is a passionate hotel business leader and a veteran professional with an impeccable record of accomplishment, and an experience in the luxury segment.

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flynas launches direct Riyadh-New Delhi flights starting July

flynas launches direct Riyadh-New Delhi flights starting July

flynas, the Saudi national air carrier and leading low-cost airline in the Middle East, has announced the launch of its new direct international flights between Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, and New Delhi, the capital of India, starting the 1st of July 2019. flynas will operate 5 direct weekly...

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Three celebrity chefs join Burj Al Arab Jumeirah

Three celebrity chefs join Burj Al Arab Jumeirah

The news follows the recent milestone recruitment of Michael Ellis as Chief Culinary Officer, the former Managing Director of the Michelin Guide.

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Swiss-Belhotel International targets 250 hotels worldwide by 2022

Swiss-Belhotel International targets 250 hotels worldwide by 2022

Swiss-Belhotel International unveiled today at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) its global expansion strategy with a goal to reach 250 hotels worldwide with 50,000 rooms in operation and under development by 2022. The group currently holds a portfolio of 145 hotels and projects with 14 unique brands spread across 24...

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How to unlock a larger share of China’s growing outbound tourist market

How to unlock a larger share of China’s growing outbound tourist market

Gulf hospitality firms can attract younger Chinese tourists with tech-enabled services and unique experiences, according to experts speaking at ATM 2019.

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IHG set to grow room count by 30% in 3-5 years

IHG set to grow room count by 30% in 3-5 years

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) has announced plans to grow by almost 30% (by number of rooms) in the Middle East over the next 3 to 5 years, as the company opens 37 hotels in its current pipeline.

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Hospitality Management Holding announces the launch of its Lifestyle brand ECOS Hotel

Hospitality Management Holding announces the launch of its Lifestyle brand ECOS Hotel

A ceremony was held to mark the occasion at the brand’s first hotel, ECOS Dubai Al Furjan Hotel, near Al Furjan Community, and in the presence of H.E. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Faisal Bin Sultan Al Qassimi – Managing Director-Faisal Holding.

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Meet Top Chef Ali Ghzawi

Meet Top Chef Ali Ghzawi

Jordanian chef Ali Ghzawi was recently crowned MBC Arabia’s Top Chef 2019 in what proved to be a nailbiting series finale. The youngest of the 17 contestants, Ghzawi gained the coveted title, following a grueling series of competitions. In an exclusive interview, the rising star talked HN through the ups and downs of taking part in the contest

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Emaar and Elie Saab announce world collaboration

Emaar and Elie Saab announce world collaboration

Emaar is partnering for the first time with the renowned fashion designer, Elie Saab, for a new residential development, Emaar Beachfront, a gated island destination in Dubai.

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