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Why AIOKA is shifting into top gear for top-tier global campaigns

CEO Max Palethorpe unpacks how the company is leveraging the glamour of F1 to create tailor-made corporate events for global powerhouses

Wynn Resorts secures UAE’s first commercial gaming licence

Wynn Resorts secures UAE’s first commercial gaming licence

The project, which is currently under construction, is a joint venture between Wynn, Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding

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World’s soon-to-be tallest hotel, Ciel, joins IHG’s luxury Vignette Collection

Standing over 80 stories high, the luxurious property will feature more than 1,000 rooms and suites

Dubai delivers 12 hotels, over 2,700 rooms in H1 2024

Dubai delivers 12 hotels, over 2,700 rooms in H1 2024

The growth is set to continue, with 40 more hotels expected to open by the end of 2024, as well as 4,748 more rooms between 2026 and 2027

Aldar unveils Dhs1.5bn hospitality transformation in Abu Dhabi

Aldar unveils Dhs1.5bn hospitality transformation in Abu Dhabi

The initiative will introduce upscale hotel brands to the emirate, with the Eastern Mangroves hotel set to be rebranded as a Waldorf Astoria luxury resort

Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort opens in Oman; the brand's first in the region

Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort opens in Oman

Part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family, the hotel features 173 rooms, suites, and chalets, each designed to reflect local themes such as damask roses, pomegranates and the region’s famous indigo plants

Revealed: What the ultra-luxe Baccarat Hotel Dubai has on offer

Revealed: What the ultra-luxe Baccarat Hotel Dubai will offer

Inspired by the famed Baccarat crystal, the hotel’s architecture features shimmering glass towers that complement Downtown Dubai’s skyline

IHG, Sankari to debut standalone Regent Residences in Dubai

IHG, Sankari to debut standalone Regent Residences in Dubai

The project, slated for completion by the end of 2027, features a twin-tower development designed by Foster + Partners and is located in Marasi Marina

Tourism’s share to UAE GDP seen at Dhs450bn by 2031

Tourism’s share of UAE GDP to hit Dhs450bn by 2031

The sector’s contribution to the economy rose by 11.7 per cent to Dhs220bn last year and is forecasted to rise to 12 per cent or Dhs236bn in 2024

How Dubai is leveraging technology to enhance guest experiences

How Dubai is leveraging technology to enhance guest experiences

By integrating advanced technologies like AI, VR, and sustainable practices across various sectors, Dubai is enhancing the experiences of residents and visitors

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Most influential Indians in the region 2024

We profile some of the most iconic Indian business titans based in the Gulf, highlighting their journeys and achievements

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Abu Dhabi hotels receive 2.4 million guests between Jan-May

Abu Dhabi city accounted for the bulk of the guests, hosting 2.179 million, while Al Ain attracted circa 169,000 guests, and Al Dhafra welcomed around 64,000 guests

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Wynn Al Marjan: CEO Craig Billings reveals new investment in RAK, GCGRA licence timeline

While the exact timeline for obtaining a gaming licence remains uncertain, Billings noted that the creation of GCGRA provides clarity for investors and financial institutions

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Inside Wynn Resorts’ plans for the UAE’s first legal casino destination

Wynn Al Marjan Island, developed in partnership with Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding, is set to be the first integrated gaming resort in the MENA region

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UAE rolls the dice with first lottery licence, unveils new gaming rules

The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) has launched its official website, which had previously been password-protected

Interview with Tim Cordon, Chief Operating Officer for MEA & SEAP, Radisson Hotel Group

Radisson’s Tim Cordon on regional strategy, opportunities and innovation

The COO – MEA & SEAP, Radisson Hotel Group, delves into its ambitious regional expansion strategies, the distinct challenges and opportunities across different markets  

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NEOM: Equinox Hotels to open bridge resort on Magna’s Treyam

The bridge will connect guest rooms and suites, a club house, a spa, and a signature Equinox Hotels fitness club

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IHG unveils industry-first Low Carbon Pioneers programme

Creating a group of low operational carbon hotels, the first community of its kind in the industry, will help IHG test, learn and share findings on sustainability measures

Ritz-Carlton Reserve to launch in UAE on Ramhan Island in 2029 Image: Supplied

First Ritz-Carlton Reserve in UAE to launch on this island

Ritz-Carlton Reserve currently includes only seven properties in destinations such as Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Indonesia, Puerto Rico and Mexico

U by Emaar Unveils Luxurious Bahrain Expansion

U by Emaar loyalty programme now covers these Bahrain hotels

The new additions, Address Beach Resort Bahrain and Vida Beach Resort Marassi-Al-Bahrain, will allow members to earn and redeem Upoints, the programme’s currency

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Ennismore integrates sustainable hotel brand Our Habitas into portfolio

Ennismore will take over the management and growth of Our Habitas, integrating it into its global collective of entrepreneurial, founder-built brands

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Dubai’s hospitality boom: Sofitel The Palm’s Christophe Schnyder discusses surging tourism and future challenges

The industry veteran discusses Dubai’s hospitality sector growth, competition, and sustainability efforts in a dynamic tourism market

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Saudi Arabia: Capella Hotels announces wellness-themed resort at NEOM

Capella’s renowned wellness experiences are tailored to individual needs and utilise lunar phases as a guiding principle

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The Kitchen: Spinneys introduces its first food hall concept

The food hall, covering 4,950 square feet, is located on the Lower Ground Floor in Dubai Mall

Marriott International to bring W Hotels to Riyadh

Marriott International to launch new W Hotels property in Riyadh

W Riyadh is expected to feature 210 luxury guest rooms and suites, seven restaurants, retail space, and expansive event and meeting facilities

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Cruise Saudi launches Aroya: A glimpse at the kingdom’s first cruise line

The flagship vessel of Aroya Cruises is an impressive 335-metre floating resort

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Abu Dhabi unveils carbon calculator for hotels

Launched at Arabian Travel Market, the Carbon Calculator is a mandatory tool for all hotels within the emirate to track and quantify carbon emissions

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New photos of UAE’s gaming destination: Wynn Al Marjan Island

Wynn Al Marjan is anticipated to be the first integrated gaming resort in the Middle East and North Africa region

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Accor’s Q1 sales rise 8% as Middle-East, Africa and Asia Pacific demand picks up

The increase was more pronounced in midscale, upscale and economy hotels in the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific regions

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Marriott to open Ritz-Carlton Reserve in NEOM’s Trojena

Ritz-Carlton Reserve has only six properties in destinations including Thailand, Indonesia, Puerto Rico, and Mexico