José Martins dos Santos on building a culture that wins
In a hotel that never sleeps, culture is not a slogan, it is a strategy. At Fairmont The Palm, GM José Martins dos Santos reveals how visible leadership, clear expectations and daily discipline turn routine operations into a consistently winning team.
Homegrown concepts in the GCC with Naveed Dowlatshahi, COO of Gastronomica
As the GCC dining sector evolves rapidly, Naveed Dowlatshahi, COO of Gastronomica, discusses how local restaurant groups such as his are shaping dining culture through regional tastes, flexible formats and locally driven hospitality approaches.
The new wave of citrus drinks with Philip Duff chief officer of Old Duff Genever
Philip Duff, global drinks consultant, educator and former spirits brand executive, explores the topic of the latest zesty drinks and bartender branding.
Sommelier Natalie Lumpp decodes the new rules of wine
Natalie Lumpp, wine expert and sommelier at Wein erleben!, is among Germany’s award-winning sommeliers and a pioneering industry female figure.
Celebrating Holiday Inn Suites Kuwait Salmiya’s milestone
As Holiday Inn Suites Kuwait Salmiya marks 20 years, general manager Saif Edeen Mohamad discusses extended stay comfort, diverse dining experiences and prime seaside location.
Saudi women in leadership with Maram Kokandi
Saudi hotel leader Maram Kokandi has a strong operational and commercial background. Passionate about people development and delivering sustainable results, the hotel manager at JW Marriott shares her perspective on women in leadership.
An authentic expression of Tuscany with MICHELIN-starred chef Matteo Temperini
MICHELIN-starred chef Matteo Temperini, executive chef of Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, is celebrated for refined, ingredient-driven cuisine rooted in authenticity. With a deep respect for Italian culinary heritage, he brought a taste of Tuscany to Rosewood Abu Dhabi briefly.
Stephan Schupbach on Chedi Hospitality’s unbound approach to luxury hospitality
In a buoyant regional market, Chedi Hospitality is expanding its presence through a growth strategy rooted in authentic luxury and cultural stewardship. CEO Stephan Schupbach tells HN how the group is curating experiences that go beyond simple stays to give high-end guests a deeper sense of connection and place.
Why travel technology is a get ahead or get left behind moment
Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.
Crafting purpose through pastry with Valérie Kassardjian Danoux
From finance to flour, Valérie Kassardjian Danoux founded Délicieuses, crafting refined pastries inspired by France, Switzerland and Lebanon.
