How to go the extra green mile in hotel development

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.

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Saudi Arabia’s transformation: a new chapter unfolds

Saudi Arabia’s transformation: a new chapter unfolds

Saudi Arabia continues to roll out its impressive mega projects against a backdrop of record tourism demand, despite also having to accommodate a challenging external economic environment. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, analyzes the strategies that the Kingdom is adopting for the next phase of its socioeconomic development, which include seeking out alternative funding options and new partners.

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A region ripe for industry investment: experts share their insights

A region ripe for industry investment: experts share their insights

The Middle East’s vibrant hospitality landscape and its opportunities for both investors and project developers will undoubtedly be high on the agenda at Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World, a key, three-day industry event for the region which opens in Dubai on September 30, 2024. Jonathan Worsley, chairman of The Bench, FHS World’s organizers, caught up with three industry leaders ahead of the summit to get their take on the openings for investors, the challenges and everything in between.

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HORECA Oman raises the bar once again

HORECA Oman raises the bar once again

HORECA Oman, the annual meeting place for the hospitality and foodservice industries, celebrated a successful third edition at Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre in June.

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Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Riyadh on the horizon from Nov. 25-27, 2024

Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Riyadh on the horizon from Nov. 25-27, 2024

The second edition of Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie returns to Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center from November 25-27, 2024. We reveal what’s planned and what differentiates the event.

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3 key takeaways for hoteliers eyeing long-term success

3 key takeaways for hoteliers eyeing long-term success

Putting zero-waste initiatives into practice successfully can be a challenge for businesses, but will pay dividends over time, as Bastien Blanc, hotelier and co-founder of TroKadero Management, explains.

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MENA’s impressive 40+ hotel project pipeline

MENA’s impressive 40+ hotel project pipeline

The region’s transformation into a top tourism destination is gathering pace, as the exciting range of ambitious projects underway and in the pipeline confirms. Devised with a diverse mix of travelers in mind, numerous hotels and resorts are taking shape across destinations spanning Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Morocco, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Türkiye and the UAE. We’ve compiled the facts and figures on more than 40 projects in the region’s impressively robust project pipeline.

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Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai to launch its third edition in Dubai from September 18-20, 2024

Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai to launch its third edition in Dubai from September 18-20, 2024

Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie, a show dedicated to chocolate, pastry, gelato and sweet delights and coffee, is set to launch its third edition in Dubai from September 18-20, 2024.

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10 hoteliers share their formulas for sustainable success

10 hoteliers share their formulas for sustainable success

The regional hotel industry is known for its remarkable resilience, constantly pivoting to meet the changing demands of guests.

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How to harness the power of the metaverse

How to harness the power of the metaverse

The metaverse and Web3 are poised to revolutionize the hospitality industry, transporting us into a world of personalized, decentralized experiences and limitless possibilities, as Dr Jane Thomason, emeritus chair of the World Metaverse Council, author and influencer, explains.

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