The chief asset management officer at Shamal shares how the group is backing global brands like Five Guys and SUSHISAMBA while nurturing local concepts such as The Espresso Lab
In the previous cycle, the initiative saw a surge in industry participation, awarding the stamp to a total of 153 hotels across three tiers: 18 Gold, 64 Silver, and 71 Bronze
For Q3 alone, Aldar posted Dhs8bn in revenue, up 44 per cent, and Dhs1.9bn in net profit, a 49 per cent increase from a year earlier
Hilton is on track to create more than 15,000 job opportunities across its properties in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia leads record hotel construction pipeline as industry gears up for Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World 2025 in Dubai
With the We Proudly Serve Starbucks Coffee Programme, Nestlé Professional is helping four- and five-star hotels across MENA elevate guest satisfaction with an iconic global brand
The resort, which will feature 22 restaurants and lounges, said both venues will reflect the design vision of Wynn Design and Development
FIVE plans to invest $500m over the next two years to grow its portfolio in Dubai and Ibiza while entering new markets in the United States and Asia
Kempinksi has an ambitious expansion plan that includes setting up more than 30 new hotels and residences across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa
Shura Island will eventually feature 11 resorts, with additional openings planned in the coming months
The investment will support the growth of two brands within the Tashas Group portfolio: tashas, the premium café concept, and Cafe Sofi, a new, soon-to-launch brand
Property sales and prices have surged in Ras Al Khaimah in the past three years, driven by key hospitality, commercial and residential projects
Mattar oversees a vast region spanning the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia. IHG currently operates 220 hotels in this footprint, with 180 more in the pipeline
FiLLi Cafe, which operates in the UAE, US, UK, Oman, Qatar, Mauritius, Nepal, India and Pakistan, is looking to accelerate its international growth with COFE Cloud’s data-driven tools
Smart hotels that incorporate automation and connectivity to create seamless and intuitive experiences are gaining prominence
Gupta explains how hospitality principles are influencing design and service, the growth potential in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah
GHA added 48 new properties to its portfolio in the first six months of the year, including hotels from newly joined brands such as Cheval Collection and Cinnamon Hotels
Slated to open in early 2027, Enclave is being positioned as a “destination within a destination”
Western Europe was the leading source market, contributing 1.917 million visitors and accounting for 22 per cent of the total
From June 27 to August 31, DSS 2025 promises a summer well spent with endless ways for residents and visitors to enjoy incredible value for 66 non-stop days
Roughly 417,000 hotel guests stayed in the emirate during March, reflecting Abu Dhabi’s growing appeal as a global travel destination
Josef Kleindienst reflects on the concept of underwater living, launching AI-powered hospitality, regenerating coral ecosystems and shaping a legacy that is enduring
DO Hotel & Residences will offer spacious, design-led living spaces and facilities including two fully equipped recording studios and other amenities
The inaugural invite-only TOURISE Summit will take place in Riyadh from November 11–13, and will extend as a year-round platform to shape how the world travels, connects and grows
The CEO shares how the team is balancing development with preservation, empowering local communities, and embracing environmentally-sensitive design to welcome two million annual visitors by 2035 — without compromising AlUla’s unique spirit
Recurring revenue from malls, hospitality, leisure, entertainment, and leasing reached Dhs2.6bn, up 11 per cent from Q1 2024
Four Seasons Private Residences Bahrain Bay features 112 elegantly crafted residences that exemplify waterfront luxury living at its best
IHC’s revenue increased by 41.1 per cent year-on-year to Dhs27.2bn, supported by strong performance across core verticals
Omar Acar outlines how Fairmont is navigating expansion across key global markets — including the Middle East
Eric Trump shares insights with Gulf Business on Trump Tower Dubai, the partnership with Dar Global and why the Gulf is a key focus for the brand’s luxury real estate expansion