Kempinski Hotels to manage new luxury residences in Istanbul
Kempinski Residences Balmumcu, Istanbul, will be home to 155 residences spread across five buildings and 11 villas.
Radisson Hotel Group announces the reinstatement of Radisson Blu Hotel in Al Ahsa, KSA
The 172-room Radisson Blu Al Ahsa hotel will offer a mixture of standard rooms, suites and serviced apartments.
Ishraq Hospitality appoints new director of operations
This move is in line with Ishraq Hospitality’s expansion of its strategic objectives in the hospitality sector.
Marriott appoints new multi-property GM for Kuwait hotels
Andreas Wissdorf, who brings 30 years of hospitality experience, will lead four Marriott hotels hotels and the Arraya ballroom in Kuwait.
The definition of luxury in the midst of a major transition
The definition of luxury in hospitality is in the midst of a major transition. Industry professional Chirine Salha examines what the term means for the modern-day traveler and how hotels are responding.
The Ascott Limited debuts Citadines Al Ghubrah Muscat
The Ascott Limited’s Citadines Al Ghubrah Muscat features 96 units that range from studios to premier apartments.
The art of creating golden moments with Galal Mahmoud
Distinguished interior architect Galal Mahmoud has dedicated the past 25 years of his career to carefully molding his company, GM architects, into one of the most successful firms in the world.
IHG opens first Crowne Plaza Hotel in Egypt
Part of the Arkan Plaza, the Crowne Plaza features 178 rooms and suites, a variety of F&B outlets, and different others amenities.
Fairmont Dubai appointed a new director of operations
At Fairmont Dubai, Nawaf Hassan will play a key role in overlooking the operations of the hotel across all functions.
The ROI of wellness
Soraya Jouzy’s passion for clean beauty and appreciation for nature stems from her mother, a keen botanist, and her early exposure to natural remedies. Her appreciation for wellbeing was further fueled by the long hours she spent working at the Gordon Ramsay group and Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, where she put into practice her knowledge of essential oils to help reduce stress, improve sleep and boost energy. Determined to share her passion with the Middle East, Jouzy resigned from her job and founded Pearl Tree distribution. She is now recognized as a regional champion for clean beauty, sustainability and holistic wellbeing.