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BTN Interviews Amith Khanna, Head of Franchise, India Middle East & Africa at IHG Hotels & Resorts

Amith Khanna, Head of Franchise, India, Middle East & Africa at IHG Hotels & Resorts, highlights how IHG is accelerating regional growth through a strong focus on franchising, with 100% of its 2024 UAE signings under franchise agreements. The model’s success reflects both the market’s maturity and IHG’s global expertise, offering franchisees advanced tools, technology,

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BTN Interviews Duncan O’Rourke, CEO of Accor’s Premium, Midscale & Economy division MENA

In this pre-FHS World 2025 interview, Duncan O’Rourke, Chief Executive Officer, Premium, Midscale & Economy Division for Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific at Accor, reflects on how hospitality has evolved into a diversified, purpose-driven ecosystem, where investors now focus on long-term value through lifestyle brands, sustainability, and technology. Looking ahead, he highlights personalisation, responsible

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Emirates introduces Airbus A350 and Premium Economy service in Oslo

Emirates marked a significant milestone with the launch of its iconic Airbus A350 to Oslo bringing its award-winning Premium Economy offering to Scandinavia for the first time. The airline hosted an exclusive celebration at the airport, welcoming invited guests and media for an afternoon that underscored its commitment to delivering exceptional service in the region.

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HOLEY MOLEY GOLF CLUB AND THE FIRST-EVER U.S. LOCATION OF HIJINX HOTEL

Known globally as the premier creator of competitive socializing experiences and entertainment concepts, Funlab announces the upcoming debut of two of its most iconic experiences in one location. Holey Moley Golf Cluband the first-ever U.S. location of Hijinx Hotel are set to open this December spanning a whopping 35,000-square-feet within Irvine Spectrum Center, Southern California’s

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Agoda and Premier Inn elevate cross-continental travel, inviting guests to explore Europe

In a move that could reshape how travelers from Asia explore Europe, global digital travel platform Agoda has partnered with the United Kingdom’s largest hotel chain, Premier Inn, to list more than 900 of its hotels across the UK, Germany, and Ireland. The collaboration is expected to give Agoda users—particularly from Asia—greater access to reliable,

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Emirates lights up the skies with Diwali celebrations onboard and in lounges

In celebration of Diwali – the Hindu festival of lights, Emirates will be sweetening the skies with Diwali delights and entertainment onboard flights to and from India, from 17-24 October. Diwali delicacies will be served in all classes and select lounges to customers travelling to and from Dubai to Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Kochi, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad,

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