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Buddha-Bar Real Estate Development, a joint venture which will be exclusively managed and represented by Yieldhaüs, is delighted to unveil the highly anticipated design of the region’s first-ever Buddha-Bar Hotel and Floating Residences By Buddha-Bar on Dubai’s World Islands. This new landmark brings the world-renowned lifestyle brand to the Middle East in a completely original

TAP Air Portugal received two awards in Sardinia, Italy, at the World Travel Awards 2025 (WTA 25) ceremony, as Best European Airline to Africa and Best European Airline to South America. Sofia Lufinha, TAP’s Chief Customer Officer, who received the trophies on behalf of the company, stated that “these awards reflect the importance of the

Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hospitality management company in the Middle East and Africa, has signed a management contract for the first Tapestry by Hilton branded hotel in Kenya with owner AVA Hotel Limited, further solidifying the company’s position as a leading hotel operator in Kenya and the region.

Mirai has launched Sarai, an advanced AI “super-agent” designed to transform hotel guest interactions into intelligent, seamless experiences. Available 24/7 across multiple languages and channels—including websites, WhatsApp, and soon voice and phone—Sarai can manage real bookings, check rates, process cancellations, and answer complex, multi-part questions in natural language.

United Hospitality Management (UHM), a global leader in luxury and mixed-use hospitality management, has been appointed by Dubai Duty Free (DDF) to operate The Creekside Hotel which was previously managed by Jumeirah. The premium property will relaunch under Accor’s lifestyle-led MGallery Hotel Collection, marking a new chapter for one of Dubai’s celebrated hospitality and sporting

Last evening, amidst the glamour of the World Culinary Awards 2025 gala held at the majestic Forte Village Resort in Sardinia, Canada’s crown for culinary excellence was renewed—this time thanks to Baan Lao. According to media reporting, the Richmond-based fine dining Thai house was once again celebrated as Canada’s Best Restaurant, making it a landmark

Last evening, under the golden Sardinian sky, the world’s most celebrated chefs and restaurateurs gathered at the breathtaking Forte Village Resort for the 2025 World Culinary Awards. Amidst a night of global glamour, one name rose above the Mediterranean applause — Vera Versilia, the UAE’s gem of Italian elegance, was crowned the Middle East’s Best

Last evening, beneath the warm Sardinian sunset and the grandeur of the Forte Village Resort, the World Culinary Awards 2025 celebrated the pinnacle of global gastronomy. Among Michelin-starred chefs, luxury resorts, and dining legends, one name carried the rhythm, colour, and soul of Vietnam — the Saigontourist Group Culinary Culture & Delicacies Festival, proudly crowned

Yesterday Celebrity Cruises took delivery and welcomed its newest ship – Celebrity Xcel – and announced the name of its sixth Edge Series ship – Celebrity Xcite – as the ship’s first piece of steel was cut and construction commenced at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire. Celebrity Xcite is expected to set sail

Princess Cruises revealed its elegant Royal Princess has been named World’s Best Culinary Cruise Ship by the prestigious World Culinary Awards, celebrating the very best in global gastronomy. Voted on by the culinary community, industry experts and consumers from around the world, the awards celebrate and reward excellence in the culinary industry and recognizes the