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Saudi Arabia’s PIF launches new hotel management company

Adeera seeks to introduce a portfolio of distinctive Saudi hotel brands serving various segments, from mid-range to ultra-luxury, for different categories of visitors

Hyatt to open over 50 hotels worldwide by 2026

Hyatt to open over 50 hotels worldwide by 2026

The new hotels will complement Hyatt’s successful openings in the luxury and lifestyle spaces, including Park Hyatt London River Thames and Alila Shanghai, the first urban resort-style Alila hotel in Greater China

IHG expands in Al Madinah with two new Holiday Inn hotels

IHG expands in Al Madinah with two new Holiday Inn hotels

IHG is positioning itself to play a major role in the transformation of Al Madinah into a modern, culturally rich hub for both pilgrims and tourists

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Saudi Arabia: Marriott inks agreement for 3 new hotels in Madinah

These hotels will cater to a broad spectrum of travellers, from religious pilgrims to business visitors, and are expected to play an important role in accommodating the rising number of visitors to Madinah

Jumeirah, Thanda Group to launch luxury resorts in Tanzania, South Africa

Jumeirah, Thanda Group introduce luxury resorts in Tanzania, South Africa

The opening of Jumeirah Thanda Island and Jumeirah Thanda Safari marks a significant step in Jumeirah’s global expansion, bringing its signature luxury hospitality to Africa’s most popular destinations

Renuka Jagtiani on Landmark’s billion-dollar bet on the future

Renuka Jagtiani on Landmark’s billion-dollar bet on the future

The chairwoman of Landmark said the retail conglomerate plans to refresh its existing stores and enhance its online presence and operations

PIF entity Dan Company launches Tuaja Luxury Resorts

PIF entity Dan Company launches Tuaja Luxury Resorts

Tuaja plans to open additional resorts across Saudi Arabia by 2030, with each resort inspired by the culture and heritage of the host city

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

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

Gulf Business Awards

Cast your vote now for the Gulf Business Awards 2024 nominees

Vote for the most deserving individuals and businesses for the upcoming awards

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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

Bahrain’s Q1 2024 GDP expands by 3.3% YoY

Bahrain’s Q1 GDP up 3.3% fueled by non-oil sector growth

Non-oil economy increased 3.3 per cent in the January-March period, contributing almost 85.9 per cent to overall GDP

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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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

GB Awards

Call for nominations: Gulf Business Awards 2024

We are now accepting nominations for the 12th edition of the Gulf Business Awards 2024

Fairmont, Sol Properties to build premium residential tower in Downtown Dubai

Fairmont, Sol Properties to build premium residential tower in Downtown Dubai

Fairmont Residences Solara Tower Dubai joins a portfolio of 16 Fairmont-branded residences, with 22 more projects in the pipeline

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

An Our Habitas property in Al Ula, Saudi Arabia

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

Qstay, a hospitality and rental investment property management platform Secures $4.6m in Pre-Series A funding Image Supplied

Dubai-based Qstay secures $4.6m in pre-Series A round

Qstay currently operates over 300 properties across nine markets in four countries, with plans for further expansion into additional markets between 2024 and 2026

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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

Over 900 chefs compete in 27th International Emirates Salon Culinaire 2024

The culinary gathering, held from May 20th to May 22nd, attracted over 5,200 visitors to the ExpoCulinaire event

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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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

Render of Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Trojena

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

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Saudi Arabia: 320,000 new hotel rooms expected by 2030, reveals report

A development cost of $37.8bn is expected by 2030 toward infrastructure, tourism transformation and real estate, according to industry data released ahead of the Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia