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Top chefs from across the UAE will come under the spotlight at the region’s first Sustainable Cook-off contest, taking place at Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, 30 September to 2 October. Celebrating the unique flavours of the UAE and culinary excellence while championing sustainability in line with government net

The Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (SHC), by Hotelschool The Hague, proudly announces the Winner of its 2024 edition, revealed during the grand finale at the Future Hospitality Summit World in Dubai. This year’s competition, which brought together 7 visionary student teams from across the globe, celebrated groundbreaking innovations set to reshape the future of hospitality. The

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, is pleased to introduce Handwritten Collection, a carefully curated global portfolio of unique and charming properties, to Saudi Arabia. Founded in January 2023, Handwritten Collection offers a growing roster of charming and diverse design-led hotels, each with a unique personal touch, bringing together authentic and characterful properties under one international

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Maxim Hotels and Resorts Management to bring the Vignette Collection brand to Egypt with a signing in Port Said. Scheduled to open its doors in December 2027, Vignette Collection Hotel Royal Maxim Port Said will seamlessly blend heritage

Imagine wandering through the markets of Türkiye, soaking in the serene landscapes of California and exploring the vibrant streets of Panama. Now, imagine experiencing all these destinations on a single, unforgettable, global journey, snapping incredible photos along the way. One lucky adventurer will do just that as the Ramada by Wyndham Chief Eats Officer (“CEO”),

In a monumental recognition of their environmental efforts, the Glen Mohr and Uile-bheist distillery and brewery have been commended as the World’s Leading Sustainable Energy Efficiency Initiative at the first-ever World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2024. This accolade acknowledges their groundbreaking work in integrating energy efficiency and sustainability into the travel and hospitality industries,

Cloudbeds, the premier hospitality management software platform, and Mirai, a leader in hotel distribution technology and direct booking optimization, have today announced a strategic partnership aimed at transforming how hotels manage bookings, distribution, and marketing. The agreement will provide joint customers with advanced tools to optimize their direct bookings, streamline their operations, and expand their

As Sindalah, the first island destination in NEOM, prepares to open later this year, NEOM has revealed exquisite interior designs for the Sindalah Yacht Club, offering a glimpse into the jewel of the island’s marina. Developed in collaboration with world-renowned Italian designer Stefano Ricci, the Sindalah Yacht Club is set to become a premier destination

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the completed acquisition of the brands and most of the affiliates of pioneering lifestyle hospitality company Standard International, parent company of The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels brands. This acquisition enhances Hyatt’s leading position in the industry’s premier lifestyle segment, building on both Hyatt’s organic growth and a series of acquisitions

Hyatt proudly announces plans for the debut of two Hyatt-branded hotels in Jaumur, one of Magna’s destinations, located on the coast of Gulf of Aqaba. Park Hyatt Jaumur and Andaz Jaumur Marina will mark a significant milestone in the expansion of Hyatt’s brand presence within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and solidify its strategic collaboration