IHG Hotels & Resorts appoints new GM for Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park
With more than 20 years’ experience in hospitality operations and commercial leadership, Sayed Tayoun has been leading teams across different IHG brands.
Insights into the F&B scene in KSA
Research conducted in KSA by Deliverect and Qoot has revealed 45 percent of restaurants manage two to three brands from the same location, while 78 percent intend to manage more brands from existing outlets in the near future.
Guenter Gebhard promoted to RVP and GM of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Center has promoted Guenter Gebhard to regional vice president and general manager.
Five sustainable trends to look out for in the Middle East’s travel sector
According to Sustainable Travel International, tourism-related activities account for approximately 8 percent of worldwide carbon emissions. Danielle Curtis, exhibition director ME of Arabian Travel Market, highlights five sustainable trends that have already gained significant momentum in the Middle East and look set to play a critical role in the industry’s ongoing journey to decarbonize.
Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel re-opens after restoration
Bahi Ajman Palace hotel provides guests with an array of dining experiences, in addition to its luxurious leisure facilities.
A Michelin encounter with Danny Kattar, general manager of MBT Restaurant Management
Michelin Guide Abu Dhabi has recognized MBT Restaurant Management’s restaurant in its inaugural edition of the MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi. We sat with general manager Danny Kattar to discover the formula for success and what he has planned for the future.
A look inside Dubai’s hottest food concept with owner Ziad Kamel
Ziad Kamel, founder and CEO of Couqley is on a mission to spread good mood and great vibes through his F&B concepts. In this exclusive interview, he tells us all about his latest venture in Downtown Dubai, which encapsulates the sultry spirit of a buzzing brasserie while remaining true to the Parisian charm of Couqley JLT.
A life of luxury
Offering one-of-a-kind experiences to meet the needs of today’s uber-demanding travelers has become the new definition of luxury in hospitality, as Daniel During, principal and managing director of Thomas Klein International, points out.
NH Collection Oasis Doha Hotel slated to open in early 2023
NH Collection Oasis Doha Hotel is set to open its first NH Collection property in Qatar early next year.
The Middle East on the world’s coffee map
With coffee embedded in local cultures across the Middle East, it should come as no surprise that coffee shops are increasing in number throughout the region. Nandini Roy Choudhury, client partner of F&B at Future Market Insights, reveals the latest developments in the industry, including new brands that are emerging on the coffee scene.