Wellness in travel and tourism with Amanda Schmiege of The Pearl Spa and Wellness
Amanda Schmiege, senior director of spa and wellness at The Pearl Spa and Wellness UAE Collection (Four Seasons Dubai and Abu Dhabi), discusses the pivotal role of wellness in the tourism industry.
Qatar’s culinary scene with Maurizio Pace of La Petite Maison
Maurizio Pace, head chef at La Petite Maison Restaurants, trained in Italy and the UK. Passionate about food, he joined the LPM Restaurant group in 2018, bringing his expertise in Mediterranean cuisine. Here, he sheds light on Qatar’s culinary scene, providing us with an insider’s perspective.
Uncovering KSA’s luxury with Jeremy Canivet GM of The Jeddah EDITION
Jeremy Canivet, GM of The Jeddah EDITION, has sharpened his skills in the luxury/boutique lifestyle segment for two decades. Here, he sheds light on KSA’s hospitality scene in KSA.
Habib Beirut’s exciting expansion with Elie Bassil, founder and COO
The concept began with an elderly man named Habib, who was renowned by locals for his pickles and homemade dairy products. News of his outstanding goods quickly spread, and it wasn’t long before restaurants started serving his dishes. Forty years later, Habib Beirut was born, and today, the brand is synonymous with authentic Lebanese food cooked with passion and a twist. Elie Bassil, founder and COO of Habib Beirut, discusses the concept’s rise to fame and his plans for the future.
Celebrating National Cheesecake Day with chefs from the Arab world
To celebrate National Cheesecake Day, four chefs from the Middle East unveil the latest cheesecake trends sweeping the region.
Rotana accelerates global footprint with new projects to open by 2026
An exciting pipeline of new openings has been announced by Rotana.. As of May 2024, Rotana has launched three new properties.
Keeping it fresh with Hisham Abou Khodor of The Guild Dubai
Hisham Abou Khodor, operations manager of The Guild Dubai, shares his vision, the importance of innovation and how to create memorable dining experiences.
Luxurious artisan oil for a cause with Hanan Wehbi, founder of Maknoon
Hanan Wehbi, founder and chief product officer of Maknoon, is a branding and storytelling specialist. With over 20 years’ experience in the financial sector, her dream is to invest in micro-businesses led by women in our region. Here, she talks about establishing an olive oil brand to support Lebanese farmers and offer an authentic taste of Lebanon.
The importance of tech for hotels with Glenn Nobbs of Millennium
Glenn Nobbs, General Manager of Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel and Apartments, discusses the importance of technology and connectivity.
Saudi Arabia’s ambitious hotel room expansion
Turab Saleem, partner and head of Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Advisory, Knight Frank MENA emphasizes Saudi Arabia’s emergence as a major global tourism market, driven by ambitious giga and mega projects.
