Ritz-Carlton Reserve Abu Dhabi to open in 2029
Marriott International Inc. and Eagle Hills have signed an agreement to open the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the UAE.
Uncovering KSA’s luxury with Jeremy Canivet GM of The Jeddah EDITION
Jeremy Canivet, GM of The Jeddah EDITION, has sharpened his skills in the luxury/boutique lifestyle segment for two decades. Here, he sheds light on KSA’s hospitality scene in KSA.
RAK Hospitality Holding adds Rixos Hotels into its portfolio
Marking a significant milestone, RAK Hospitality Holding has added Rixos Hotels to its portfolio, bolstering its expansion along the pristine shores of Ras Al Khaimah, effective July 1, 2024.
Crafting a billion-dollar hospitality project through identity and design-thinking
Within hospitality projects, luxury surpasses mere lodging, evolving into an immersive experience. The synergy between brand identity and design resembles a captivating performance. Nour El Sheikha, brand and identity designer at BRASH Agency, tells us more about the art of harmonizing color, form and narrative.
Decoding the luxury spa experience in Dubai with Ana Jovanovic
Ana Jovanovic, spa director of Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, is a results-driven leader with a team-oriented approach and business focus. Here, she provides insight into the Dubai spa scene, offering guidance on driving excellence in luxury hospitality.
Debating Saudi Arabia as a global tourism leader with Sebastien Carre
Red Sea Global (RSG) is poised to elevate Saudi Arabia’s global tourism presence as the second-fastest growing destination worldwide. In an exclusive interview, Sebastien Carre, RSG’s group head of hospitality, tells us more.
Redefining luxury through historical palaces with Mark De Cocinis
Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.
Dior Spa to open at Lana, Dorchester Collection, Dubai in April 2024
The Lana, Dorchester Collection, Dubai opened on February 1, marking the brand’s first property in the region. Additionally, in April 2024, it will welcome the first Dior Spa in the UAE.
Re-evaluating the luxury travel checklist
In an era when climate change concerns are constantly making headlines, hotel guests are today looking for travel experiences that offer both luxury and sustainability. Casey T. Carillo, interior designer at LW, explains how resort rewilding is providing a new, greener alternative for this important segment, while redefining the very essence of luxury travel in the process.