Plug and Play launches new hospitality acceleration program in Abu Dhabi
Plug and Play’s Travel & Hospitality Innovation Platform was founded in 2016 at their Silicon Valley headquarters, focused on discovering, supporting and scaling disruptive technologies that are reshaping the future of travel.
Saudi Arabia – The evolution of the Kingdom’s tourism industry
TRI CONSULTING, one of the region’s leading management consultancy firms specializing in the fields of hotels, tourism, leisure and real estate, highlights key elements of the kingdom’s tourism strategy
Tulakalum, Valrhona’s latest innovation
Sourced directly from the Grand Cru de Terroir of Belize, Tulakalum means ‘together’ in the Mayan language and never has a bean of such pure origin worn its name so well! This exceptional chocolate comes from a shared passion for rare flavors and the extraordinary collaboration between sourcers, producers, experts,...
Over 10 million travelers visited Abu Dhabi last year
Abu Dhabi has seen huge advances across all areas of tourism sectors, including the cultural, business, family-focused and medical sectors, with the cruise sector providing more than 350,000 visitors to the emirate in 2018.
S.Pellegrino marks 120 year anniversary
S.Pellegrino, the world’s leading sparkling mineral water, marks its 120th Anniversary honoring the emotions people experience around the table and celebrating dining in company. On this occasion, the iconic brand chose to celebrate the connection that comes from enjoying a shared meal by unveiling an anniversary edition bottle dedicated to...
New GM for The Canvas Hotel Dubai MGallery by Sofitel
A Swiss hospitality expert, Iada was entrusted with the task of spearheading the re-branding of the five-star property in July 2018 by AccorHotels.
Gulfood, plant-based protein is food’s future
Leading food scientist tells Gulfood Innovation Summit that F&B challenges can be overcome by changing production models, diets and mindsets. Adopting a ‘glass half-full’ mentality is one effective alternative to change the way the world produces and consumes food. It is the key to a bright and sustainable future for...
Exclusive: Breaking Boutique
A symbol of hospitality, Serge Trigano is also a pioneer of the current wave of new ‘lifestyle’ boutique accommodation concepts with the Mama Shelter brand. Here, he talks to HN about what we can expect from Dubai’s new Mama and the process of redefining cool
Kuwait smooth sailing on rough seas
A review of the latest hotel performance insights and tourism-related developments in Kuwait by Philip Wooller, area director Middle East & Africa, for STR