Why do Saudi entrepreneurs have their eyes on the restaurant sector?
This entrepreneurialism was matched by 1 in 5 Saudi nationals saying that they would consider a career in the restaurant sector.
Radisson Hotel Group to open two new properties in Saudi Arabia
The group has recently announced 15 new hotel signings across EMEA in Q2 2020, six of which fall within the Middle East and Africa region.
Dur Hospitality launches an advanced food detection tech at Riyadh Airport
Winnow Vision technologies are being implemented by leading global hotels in more than 40 countries, where they are utilized by over 1,300 kitchens.
IHG signs two new hotels in KSA, expands luxury and midscale categories
Agreements for InterContinental Dammam with Salem Mohammed Al Qahtani, and for Holiday Inn Riyadh Al Malaz with Saleh Alsalamah and Partner Companies.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts to debut in the KSA with Millennium Central Jeddah
In December, Millennium Hotels & Resorts MEA revealed its development plans for Saudi Arabia with a goal of operating 25 hotels kingdom-wide by 2025.
Hilton to bring over 50 new hotels to KSA within the next five years
In addition to signing nine new hotels in Saudi Arabia in 2019, Hilton opened two new hotels: A DoubleTree by Hilton and a Hilton Garden Inn.
Accor to introduce new hospitality concepts and brands to Saudi Arabia
Accor will emphasize how its investment in the country’s future goes beyond hotel development and supports Vision 2030’s goals.
350 hospitality leaders gather at Saudi’s SHIC 2020
The event will host more than 90 high-profile speakers from companies paving the way in Saudi Arabia’s hospitality investment industry.
IHG appoints leadership team to open an office in Riyadh and accelerate growth
The Riyadh office will be further supported by new roles, across functions including Commercial, Financial and Procurement, Learning and Development and IT.
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KSA has moved to market itself as a global tourism destination with speed and ambition. Philip Wooller, area director, Middle East & Africa at STR, and speaker at the recent Saudi Arabia Hospitality Investment Conference in Riyadh, tracks the Kingdom’s achievements to date and plans for the future in an operating climate now facing unprecedented challenges.