New Rixos regional GM
Rixos Hotels UAE announced the appointment of Cenk Unverdi regional GM. Following his promotion, Unverdi now oversees all day-to-day operations of the four five-star properties in the UAE, including Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites, Rixos Premium Dubai, the newly opened Rixos Saadiyat Island and Rixos Bab Al Bahr....
Barry Callebaut and EMF’s 3-day event
Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, the Barry Callebaut Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa. The B2B company employs over 11,500 people operating out of more than 30 countries. The group’s coordination office for the region is EMF Lebanon, a subsidiary of EMF Middle East. Established in 1976, EMF has been...
addmind opens Jeddah’s first ‘Halal Nightclub’ today
As part of the new reforms in the entertainment sector taking place in the Saudi Kingdom, addmind hospitality, a leader in concept creation and F&B management in the Middle East, confirmed the opening of a ‘watered-down’ version of its famous club, White. The club will open a ‘high-end cafe lounge’ in...
Three-minute online visa system is linked to purchase of tickets for Jeddah Season events
Once visitors buy a ticket, they can get an instant e-Visa simply by logging on to www.sharek.sa and following the step-by-step instructions.
Martin Smura appointed CEO of Kempinski Group
Important steps in the career of the designated CEO include a seat on the board of Azimut Hotels, Russia’s largest hotel group.
Aleph Hospitality brings cluster operations hubs to hotels in Middle East and Africa
Aleph Hospitality, which currently has nine hotels in its portfolio, manages hotels directly for owners, on a franchise basis or as a white label operator.
Beirut’s highest lounge reopens with a new look designed by Bernard Khoury
Four Seasons Hotel Beirut unveils highly anticipated rooftop offering guests a new year-round destination Level 26, Four Seasons Hotel Beirut’s new rooftop pool, bar & lounge is a breathtaking experience. Guests are welcomed by a lively atmosphere with an open space filled with white colored furniture, abundant white marble, a refreshed...
Alan Geaam receives pin of honor
Twenty years after migrating to Paris, Lebanese Chef Alan Geaam, who started at the bottom to eventually win a coveted Michelin Star for one of his restaurants, is awarded an honorary pin by the Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs for his undeniable efforts in promoting Lebanese cuisine. Being aware of...
Marloes Knippenberg talks mixed-use projects
A modern mixed-use development should empower communities through a 360-degree approach to management, says Marloes Knippenberg, CEO of Kerten Hospitality in this exclusive interview.