The UNWTO forges a new strategy for Lebanon
At the beginning of 2018, Jordanian Economist Taleb Rifai, who held the position of Secretary-General to the United Nations World Tourism Organization since 2010, was replaced by Georgian Ambassador Zurab Pololikashvili. Discussing the role tourism plays and the organization’s focus he said, “The UNWTO’s new vision is about making tourism...
Cairo’s hospitality scene is on a growing improvement curve
Reform plans and governmental efforts to boost tourism have all led to increased flight arrivals and subsequent tourism inflow to the country.
UNWTO calling for gastronomy startups
A global initiative dedicated to identifying new companies that will lead the transformation of the gastronomic tourism sector.
1.5 million tourists in Lebanon in the first nine months of the year
Summer 2018 was slightly better than summer 2017, with a five percent increase in arrivals during July-August-September phase.
Park Inn by Radisson and Radisson RED exploring opportunities in Lebanon
Although a relatively small market facing political instability, Lebanon offers unique investment opportunities in establishing new hotel concepts that would cater to various untapped segments.