Eye on Oman’s hospitality sector with Jad Germanos, GM of Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC
As travel patterns shift, Oman’s hotel sector stands apart, says Jad Germanos of Crowne Plaza Muscat Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC), pointing to authenticity, steady growth and changing guest expectations.
Qiddiya Motorsport Hotel to open in KSA in 2034
Qiddiya Speed City has unveiled plans for the Qiddiya Motorsport Hotel, set to redefine luxury racing hospitality ahead of its opening in 2034.
Gault&Millau Saudi Arabia debuts first edition, celebrating nearly 250 restaurants nationwide
The first edition of the Gault&Millau Saudi Arabia Gala took place on June 2, 2026, at Radisson Manhal – Riyadh, marking a major milestone for the Kingdom’s rapidly evolving culinary and hospitality sectors. In the presence of ambassadors and official representatives, the gala and awards ceremony brought together chefs, restaurants, hospitality professionals, journalists, influencers and partners to highlight culinary excellence and honor the talents shaping the future of Saudi gastronomy.
Oman unveils Greater Muscat Master Plan to transform capital into tourism and lifestyle hub by 2040
Oman continues accelerating tourism investments as Jabal Akhdar attracts global travelers seeking luxury escapes, wellness retreats, and mountain adventures year-round.
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.
Chef Karim Haïdar celebrates Lebanese flavors in his new book
Karim Haïdar releases Dictionnaire des Saveurs du Liban, a book exploring Lebanon’s culinary identity through its ingredients, traditions and regional flavors. We sat with the chef and owner of Sama restaurant and Les Mots et le Ciel catering to discuss his book and Lebanese cuisine.
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.
