Beyond the spotlight with World Class UAE bartender Sharfin Auni
Fresh from winning World Class UAE Bartender of the Year 2026, Sharfin Auni, head bartender at Nobu Dubai, Atlantis The Palm, reflects on the thrill of competing and future industry trends.
The Hotel Show 2026 announces new dates
The Hotel Show will now take place from 28 to 30 September 2026 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre within Expo City Dubai. The updated plans support stronger international participation and future industry growth.
A L’OLIVIER expands into the Middle East through a partnership with Christophe Prud’homme’s Gourmet Consultancy
French gourmet olive oil house A L’OLIVIER is accelerating Middle Eastern expansion through Gourmet Consultancy.
Partner Zeyneb Larabi drives Lab Hub Studios expansion in Dubai
Following momentum generated by “Make it in the Emirates,” Lab Hub Studios is strengthening its positioning within Dubai’s evolving food innovation and production landscape.
Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi on why Ajman offers a unique UAE stay
Ajman is carving a niche as a charming UAE destination with a distinct identity, combining warm Emirati hospitality, cultural attractions and coastal beauty. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, director general of Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media, explains why the emirate is an ideal choice for travelers seeking genuine connections and leisurely paced, meaningful experiences.
Dubai hotels unite to boost GCC travel demand with resident offers
Dubai hospitality sector aligns behind GCC resident offers, driving regional travel demand through coordinated value strategies ahead of peak seasons.
UAE hospitality under pressure as recovery builds
The UAE hospitality sector faces rising disruption as recovery remains uneven, according to the UAE Hospitality Barometer April 2026 by Juniper Strategy and GRIF.
Dubai hotel renovations 2026 reshape the luxury hospitality landscape
Dubai’s hospitality sector is entering a new phase of renovations, with several landmark hotels closing fully while others roll out phased upgrades. As a result, operators are refreshing assets, upgrading rooms and enhancing guest experiences to remain competitive.
Dubai rolls out “Dubai A Fine Way to Dine” to drive restaurant demand through exclusive citywide dining offers
Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism launches “Dubai A Fine Way to Dine” to activate demand across its diverse restaurant landscape.
The UAE: firm foundations, bold ambitions
Non-hydrocarbon activities are gathering pace and delivering results for the UAE, setting the emirates on course for further strong, steady growth across the sectors. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, lifts the lid on the plans that the UAE expects to steer its economy into the next decade.