In the kitchen with Hamdan Al Shaieb
Celebrating the sweetest flavors of the Middle East is what Hamdan Al Shaieb, executive pastry chef of Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea, Jordan, loves to do. Here, he discusses the latest trends in his field and shows us how to make his specialty cheesecake.
Danny Geadaa at the helm of Radisson Blu Resort, Jizan KSA
As the newly appointed general manager of Radisson Blu Resort, Jizan KSA, Danny Geadaa thrives on challenges. Here, he discusses his latest endeavors and what’s planned at the five-star property.
A steady surge in expats living overseas results in demand for passports and consular services
According to the Diaspora Alliance, diaspora numbers have tripled in the last five decades, rising from 75 million to over 230 million.
Al Habtoor Group records 19 percent revenue growth in 2022
The UAE-based privately owned conglomerate Al Habtoor Group recorded 19 percent revenue growth in the first half of 2022 versus the same period 2021 and 36 percent increase in EBITDA.
Four Seasons expands its luxury footprint in Egypt
In partnership with leading conglomerate Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG) and as part of its multimillion-dollar expansion, luxury hospitality company Four Seasons has solidified its presence in Egypt with three new high-end hotels and residences: Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences New Cairo Capital at Madinaty, Four Seasons Hotel Luxor and Four Seasons Resort and Private Residences Sharm El Sheikh.
3Fils appoints Chef Frances and Chef Angelica as sushi chefs
Frances Sintin and Angelica Fonjock, known as the chicks behind the chopsticks, have joined 3Fils, a harbor-side community-style restaurant that services premium Asian dishes with a Japanese twist.
Nakheel rebrands Deira Islands into a residential and recreational hub
Each island will boast an array of facilities, with innovative living experiences, cultural hubs, recreational sport beaches and beach clubs.
RAK to add over 12,700 hotel rooms over the next five years
Ras El Khaimah currently boasts 50 hotels and resorts, including 10 five-star hotels, nine four-star hotels, seven hotel-apartments and 24 other accommodations.
Back to the land of the pharaohs
Egypt appears to be getting back on its feet after years of economic turmoil and social unrest, intensified by the pandemic. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema consulting services, shares her insights on tourism recovery and what the regional power of North Africa is likely to witness in terms of foreign arrivals in 2022 and beyond.