The EY Middle East Hotel Benchmark Survey highlights a flourishing hospitality scene
In May 2023, the Middle East’s hospitality industry witnessed noteworthy shifts and trends, unveiling the dynamic landscape of the region’s tourism and hotel sectors. The latest findings from the EY Middle East Hotel Benchmark Survey provide valuable insights into key cities’ performance during this period.
Future Hospitality Summit gears up for themed “Focus on Investment” summit
The Future Hospitality Summit and 19th edition of the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) is gearing up to check into Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island for three days of discussion, debate and dealmaking at the region’s leading tourism and hospitality summit, taking place from September 25-27.
Kassatly’s impressive path to success
Akram Nicolas Kassatly, chairman and CEO of Kassatly Chtaura SAL, launched his business during an exceptionally challenging period in Lebanon’s history. In this exclusive interview, he discusses the firm’s accomplishments, its steady growth and latest endeavors.
JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh appoints chef Hamzeh Abu Elfoul as its new culinary director
JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh has appointed chef Hamzeh Abu Elfoul as its new culinary director. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Abu Elfoul brings a wealth of international culinary expertise and a remarkable portfolio of luxury hospitality brands to his role.
On the couch with F&B enthusiast Andre Alexy, GM of Amazónico Dubai
As an ambitious F&B enthusiast with an insatiable appetite for traveling and exploring new cultures, cuisines and concepts, Andre Alexy has brought his passion to life with Amazónico Dubai. We sat down with the restaurateur to find out what makes Amazonico a go-to culinary destination.
RAK National Hotels acquires Marjan Island Resort & Spa
RAK National Hotels LLC (RAKNH) has added the 300-key Marjan Island Resort & Spa from Manazil Group to its portfolio of hospitality and leisure assets.
Hilton Dammam Airport set to open in 2025
Hilton continues its expansion across Saudi Arabia with the signing of Hilton Dammam Airport, its first airport hotel in the country. The 273-key property will be completed in partnership with Al Musbah Group and Damman Airports Company (DACO).
Quality matters with Vresso’s Vrej Sabounjian
Quality defines every aspect of Vrej Sabounjian’s endeavors and resonates throughout his Vresso Group. With five departments in Lebanon, four overseas and a workforce of approximately 150 employees, the former Minister of Industry is a committed member of the Lebanese Industrialists Association, as well as the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture. We learn more about Vresso’s activities and upcoming projects.
A gastro tour of Turkey’s Black Sea
Diverse, colorful and flavorful, Turkish cuisine — one of the world’s oldest — unquestionably caters to all tastes and palates. The country’s rich history, geography and favorable climatic conditions, among other factors, have contributed to the enormous variety of dishes that one finds in Turkey today; and while Istanbul is considered the gastronomy capital, culinary delights can be found in countless other cities and towns, notably in the north, along Turkey’s Black Sea.
Agritourism tourism on the rise across the MEA region
With its data-driven approach, Growdash is poised to assist regional restaurants to execute paid and organic growth campaigns confidently and seamlessly across online food delivery channels.