How did the idea of KHOA come about?
KHOA’s main idea is to represent the hotel sector in Kuwait. It is an association that helps owners and managers discuss common issues with the government. The website supports what the association has been doing for four decades now, which is showcasing Kuwait as a travel destination.
In what way will KHOA help promote Kuwait as a tourist destination?
We have linked all the information related to tourism (international and domestic) events, landmarks, visa requirements, culture, etc. It will help people who have never visited the country before book a flight, a hotel and visit hot spots; we hope to encourage them to visit Kuwait.
How did Kuwait’s hospitality industry handle the coronavirus pandemic?
KHOA has been playing a positive role in mitigating the impact of Covid-19, assisting both the government and hoteliers. Unfortunately, the situation still doesn’t allow for entry visas and for things to go back to the pre-Covid-19 normal.
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Rita Ghantous
Rita Ghantous is a hospitality aficionado and a passionate writer with over 9 years’ experience in journalism and 5 years experience in the hospitality sector. Her passion for the performance arts and writing, started early. At 10 years old she was praised for her solo performance of the Beatles song “All My Love” accompanied by a guitarist, and was approached by a French talent scout during her school play. However, her love for writing was stronger. Fresh out of school, she became a freelance journalist for Noun Magazine and was awarded the Silver Award Cup for Outstanding Poetry, by The International Library of Poetry (Washington DC). She studied Business Management and earned a Masters degree from Saint Joseph University (USJ), her thesis was published in the Proche-Orient, Études en Management book. She then pursued a career in the hospitality industry but didn’t give up writing, that is why she launched the Four Points by Sheraton Le Verdun Newsletter. Her love for the industry and journalism led her to Hospitality Services - the organizers of the HORECA trade show in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Jordan, as well as Salon Du Chocolat, Beirut Cooking Festival, Whisky Live and other regional shows. She is currently the Publications Executive of Hospitality News Middle East, Taste & Flavors and Lebanon Traveler. It is with ultimate devotion for her magazines that she demonstrates her hospitality savoir-faire.
