The future of work in the age of AI

The future of work in the age of AI

Digital tools can help individuals and organizations work more efficiently and effectively without burning out or sacrificing work-life balance. In this article, Karl Escritt, CEO of Like Digital & Partners, unveils the new technologies defining the workplace.

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Italian food on the menu with Damiano Ruggeiro GM of Signor Sassi Dubai

Italian food on the menu with Damiano Ruggeiro GM of Signor Sassi Dubai

Damiano Ruggiero, general manager of Signor Sassi, has Italian food on his mind as he talks about what makes Italian food and his restaurant Signor Sassi stand out in the burgeoning restaurant scene in Dubai.

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Embracing Crypto and NFT integration in the UAE’s hospitality market

Embracing Crypto and NFT integration in the UAE’s hospitality market

In today’s world, where everything is digital, you can’t seem to do much without seeing or overhearing the words “crypto” or NFTs. But despite this, if you’re unsure as to what they are, you are certainly not alone. Naim Maadad, Gates Hospitality’s founder, explores the potential integration of cryptocurrency and NFTs in the UAE’s F&B and hospitality industries.

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The First Collection Waterfront slated to open in November

The First Collection Waterfront slated to open in November

The First Collection Waterfront will officially open its doors in Dubai’s upscale Business Bay area in November 2023.

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Cracking the code of Galaxy Bar Dubai’s success with Coralie Doillet

Cracking the code of Galaxy Bar Dubai’s success with Coralie Doillet

We sat with Coralie Doillet, bar manager of Galaxy Bar Dubai, to get to the bottom of how the venue has made it on The World’s 50 Best Bars list for the third year in a row.

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Speaking food and success with Mohammad Orfali, head Of culinary at Orfali Bros Bistronomy

Speaking food and success with Mohammad Orfali, head Of culinary at Orfali Bros Bistronomy

Syrian chef Mohammad Orfali has turned his passion for food into a family affair by launching Orfali Bros with his siblings Wassim and Omar. Their bistro has a loyal following in Dubai and was named the Best Restaurant in MENA in 2023. In this interview, he describes how his reimagined dishes constantly push the culinary boundaries.

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Marriott International brings W Hotels to Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah

Marriott International brings W Hotels to Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah

Marriott International, Inc., has signed an agreement with Dalands Holding in collaboration with Marjan to bring W Hotels to Al Marjan Island. Set to open in Q1 2027, W Al Marjan Island marks W Hotels first property in Ras Al Khaimah. The property promises to bring bold design, outstanding service and always-on programming.

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The rise of bleisure travel

The rise of bleisure travel

In the realm of travel, a new trend has emerged that blends business and leisure. Thomas Kurian, hotel manager of LEVA Hotels, explains how and why bleisure travel in on the rise.

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USD 1.9 trillion hotel and residential projects under development in the Middle East 

USD 1.9 trillion hotel and residential projects under development in the Middle East 

According to new data, which was released ahead of the Future Hospitality Summit, the Middle East’s hospitality investment outlook has revealed KSA, UAE and Egypt to be at the forefront of investment. 

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Address Hotels & Resorts launches Nuha

Address Hotels & Resorts launches Nuha

Address Hotels & Resorts, the UAE’s leading luxury hospitality group, has launched Nuha, a pioneering virtual hospitality concierge powered by ChatGPT technology. Nuha is the first AI concierge in the UAE specifically designed for the hospitality industry.

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