Ruba Khoury on how Top Chef sparked her Gulf culinary ambitions
Ruba Khoury reveals how Top Chef transformed her life, strengthened her Palestinian identity and sparked ambitious Gulf expansion plans.
Jabal Akhdar drives Oman tourism surge
Oman continues accelerating tourism investments as Jabal Akhdar attracts global travelers seeking luxury escapes, wellness retreats, and mountain adventures year-round.
Bahrain unveils GCC tourism campaign
Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) launches a major regional tourism campaign targeting GCC travelers ahead of Bahrain’s upcoming summer entertainment and hospitality season.
GCC hospitality faces severe tourism disruption
HVS Market Report highlights aviation collapse and weakened traveler confidence across Gulf hospitality markets during 2026 disruptions.
5 upcoming luxury hotels reshaping Oman’s tourism landscape
From mountain wellness retreats to secluded coastal resorts, Oman continues attracting luxury travelers through ambitious hospitality developments nationwide this year.
Egyptian chef Shehab Medhat sets sights on Michelin success
Egyptian Shehab Medhat, chef patron of Savryn, is taking on the fine dining scene with a bold African concept. After winning Top Chef, he is now pushing boundaries, blending heritage with modern techniques, and challenging long-standing perceptions of African and Arab cuisine on a global stage.
Mexican culinary trends redefine everyday consumption
Innova Market Insights reveals how culinary trends in Mexico are reshaping food choices, blending health, affordability, and authentic culinary heritage across categories.
Saudi Arabia accelerates religious tourism through pilgrim growth
Saudi Arabia accelerates religious tourism growth by increasing pilgrim arrivals while expanding transport infrastructure to support capacity, connectivity and economic diversification goals.
Egypt bets on North Sinai as next tourism frontier
Egypt is scaling up development across Sinai, with North Sinai emerging as a key focus for tourism and investment growth.
