Putting Ajman on the travel map with He Mahmood Alhashmi
Combining charm and warm hospitality with a vibrant culture and rich heritage, Ajman has plenty to offer visitors looking for a memorable and authentic stay in the UAE. HE Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, director general of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development, talks HN through the steps that the Emirate is taking to showcase its distinctly diverse tourism offering to the world.
How to go the extra green mile in hotel development
Today’s travelers are seeking sustainable experiences that align with their values, offering industry investors and developers the opportunity to implement eco-solutions that are truly innovative. Daniel During, principal and managing director of Thomas Klein International, offers a definition of sustainable tourism which goes well beyond the dictionary versions and is one that the hospitality industry can’t afford to ignore.
Qatar on course for a bumper summer season
Home to a wealth of diverse attractions and having successfully hosted numerous high-profile global events, Qatar is today firmly established as a must-visit destination among tourists worldwide. Now, the country is breaking new ground once again by installing pioneering, sustainable air-cooling technology in its popular outdoor spaces, helping to make visits to these destinations thoroughly enjoyable all year round.
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.
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.
Today’s balancing act: automation vs. personalization
Hospitality industry players are increasingly integrating AI technologies into more of their processes, using cutting edge solutions to enhance the guest experience and maximize efficiency. But is there a point at which we risk entering the realm of innovation overreach? And how far is too far? Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, balances the scales.
Tourism Committee of Armenia says country favored by Middle Eastern tourists
Sisian Boghossian, head of the Tourism Committee of Armenia, explains why Armenia is attracting a greater number of travelers from the Middle East.
Oman’s tourism industry: a new era of growth and diversification
In the Middle East’s dynamic tourism landscape, the Sultanate of Oman is carving out a unique niche. With strategic initiatives aimed at modernizing and diversifying attractions, it is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for global travelers, as Robert Kuijper, associate manager for hospitality and tourism at Colliers MENA, points out.
Qatar seals its global travel destination status
Qatar is fast emerging as one of the most exciting global travel destinations, featuring a mix of rich Arabian tradition and heritage that has delighted guests around the globe for decades. In 2023, the country crossed the 4-million visitor mark, exceeding annual arrival numbers for the past five years.
Kuwait Hotel Owners Association’s hospitality report provides an outlook for 2025-2027
The Hodema Consulting Services’ Market Insight Beirut F&B Report 2024 offers a comprehensive, in-depth analysis of the F&B industry in Beirut, Lebanon.