The GCC’s luxury hospitality sector has become a global benchmark, yet behind every polished facade lies an increasingly complex financial reality. Costs are rising, investor expectations are shifting, and technological disruption continues to redefine both guest expectations and operational models. At the heart of this transformation is a simple but...

In recent years, ‘wellness’ has come to mean many things for hotel operators. The term encompasses guest-centric experiences, environmental initiatives and architectural innovations – extending beyond the spa or health facilities to holistically shape the entire hotel journey.As Area Director of Spa & Wellness, Middle East with Mandarin Oriental Hotel...

New York, US -- Luxury hospitality group Equinox Hotels has announced plans for the opening of Equinox Resort Treyam, one of Magna's twelve destinations, located on the coast of the Gulf of Aqaba. Magna's destinations, including Treyam, are part of NEOM, the evolving regional development, taking shape in northwest Saudi...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia witnessed a surge in commercial registrations across various business sectors in the last quarter of 2023, with land transport of goods leading the way, the Kingdom's Ministry of Commerce said Wednesday.Land transport of goods witnessing a remarkable increase. By the end of Q4 2023,...

Dubai, UAE -- Dubai hotels achieved a 3.4 percent year-on-year growth in occupancy levels, reaching 90.8 percent, according to preliminary data for February released by CoStar, a provider of global real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces.Other key metrics also showed positive growth, with the average daily rate (ADR) increasing...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia aims to attract 150 million visitors by 2030, with the tourism sector expected to contribute SR750 billion ($200 billion) to the national economy, the kingdom's Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb said during his address at the Real Estate Future Forum in Riyadh on Monday....

Dubai, UAE -- Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) is more than just a collection of hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs. Renowned for crafting "lifestyle hospitality experiences," SHG blends luxury, entertainment and local flavor.TRENDS spoke with Antonio Gonzalez, CEO of Sunset Hospitality Group, about the Group's vision and how it has steadily built...

They will buy 40.5% stake in TMG Holding’s hospitality business.

ABU DHABI, UAE - In the first seven months of the year, hotel establishments in the UAE generated revenues of US$7 billion (AED 26 billion), said Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Head of the Emirates Tourism Council.The hotels witnessed a growth of up to 24 percent...

Under the deal, two luxury hotels will be built in Trojena.

It posted a jump in net profit in Q2 to US$2.92 million.

Abu Dhabi, UAE -- Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has issued the ADGM Hotel and Tourism Regulations 2023 (Tourism Regulations), under which the Market will adopt the Abu Dhabi onshore tourism legislation into its legislative framework.The onshore tourism legislation includes the regulations and rules concerning hotels and tourism sectors administered...

The contracts are valid for 20 years, said Saudi Catering.

AJMAN, UAE - Ajman hotels and serviced apartments recorded a three percent growth in hotel revenues in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the corresponding period in 2022.The increase occurred mostly due to higher demand that is pushing the Average Daily Room (ADR) Rate, making investment in hotels and...

Abu Dhabi, UAE--The emirate of Abu Dhabi is looking to draw some 24 million visitors by the end of 2023, six million more than it succeeded to attract last year.Ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2023, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced new...

DOHA, QATAR - Qatar expects more than five million people to visit the Gulf state in 2023 despite a post-World Cup lull, its tourism chief said on Sunday.Akbar Al-Baker, head of Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism, admitted that hotels had fallen quiet after the World Cup final on December 19.But he...

Over the next decade, the Kingdom's tourism industry is projected to develop at an annual rate of 11 percent, making it the region's fastest-growing tourism market.

Abu Dhabi, UAE-- Hotels across Abu Dhabi have posted a 24 percent growth in occupancy to 4.1 million visitors during 2022, according to data shared by the Department of Culture and Tourism.Hotel revenues climbed by 23% from the previous year to $1.47 billion in 2022.The statistics showed that Abu Dhabi...

RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE-  Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has announced updates to its holiday homes system.RAKTDA has simplified the process for homeowners and operators to acquire permits and convert their units into perfect holiday homes for travelers visiting Ras Al Khaimah.The updates are part of the Emirate’s...

Experts attribute the main reasons for the increase in the real estate demand to the UAE government's numerous initiatives and the high income level of investors.

Doha, Qatar— Qatar Tourism has thrown open more than 20 hotels, resorts and new tourist destinations in the country ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. The projects and tourist attractions will be ready to receive football fans from next month. In a statement on Sunday, Qatar Tourism stated...

Hotels in Dubai are reporting an increase in room bookings ahead of the Qatar World Cup 2022, with many expecting to be fully booked during the international football event.

The Central Bank of Egypt in cooperation with the Egyptian Ministry of Finance, will allow banks across Egypt to access the Russian Mir payment card system later in September.

The FIFA World Cup, which is likely to boost tourism across GCC, is all set to increase revenues for Gulf airlines, hotel and restaurant industries and domestic transportation.

A global hub for major events, ADNEC centre has infrastructure, flexible teams and facilities to provide key services through a number of companies.

The total number of hotel guests in the UAE rose to 10.5 million during the first half of 2022, up from 8.3 million during the same period last year, latest research by Colliers suggests.

'Eco-friendly travelers' are gradually putting pressure on hospitality businesses in the Gulf region to incorporate green concepts and sustainability practices into service delivery.

Costs soar for the Qatari capital's limited accommodation. FIFA president Gianni Infantino said there were five million requests for tickets for the final at the 80,000-seat Lusail stadium, indicating feverish demand for the first World Cup in the Middle East.

The Kingdom's service sector is expected to grow rapidly once the major Vision 2030 tourism and entertainment projects - Qiddiya, the Red Sea project, NEOM, Al-Ula - are completed.

The locals, residents, and visitors have once again started flocking to museums, historical and heritage sites, and public libraries, according to DCAA data. Trips to these locations totaled 521,753 during 2021, with heritage sites accounting for half of those visits, followed by libraries at 39 percent and museums at 11...

Empower revealed this at the launch of the ‘Arabian Travel Market 2022’, which is being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Now, hotel bookings will rise for Eid Al-Fitr, with Gulf markets predicted to see a considerable spike in travel bookings from April 28 to May 5, 2022, which coincides with the resumption of large exhibitions in several GCC capitals.

While iftar tents are reinstated this year for government and licensed entities, authorities have advised that the group iftars and suhoor gatherings should be limited to family members in the same household.

The Bukhatir Group of the United Arab Emirates announced Thursday the relaunch of a $5 billion real-estate project in Tunisia, expected to boost the North African country's struggling economy. The initiative is expected to bolster the economy, as the country grapples with high public debt, inflation and unemployment.

Both services face a campaign by activists to use online reviews of businesses such as restaurants to get news of the war to Russians being fed information from the government.

Floating restaurants and hotels could be a significant supporting player as the GCC region aspires to increase its footprint as a global tourism hub.

Boutique Group, a new hospitality brand that will manage and convert a collection of iconic historic and cultural palaces in Saudi Arabia into ultra-luxury boutique hotels, was launched by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Saudi media reports said the company will revive the heritage and culture...

The Federal Tax Authority of the UAE has organized field tours to ensure the readiness of Self-Service Kiosks, which allow tourists to recover Value Added Tax on their purchases. The kiosks have been placed at all exit ports included in the VAT Refund Scheme for Tourists. Tourists can submit their...

Investments from UAE-based property developers helped Bahrain’s tourism sector remain buoyant during the pandemic.

Four and five-star hotels in Oman may open meeting and celebration halls, but must follow certain restrictions.

In a sign of normalcy returning, hotels across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have reported a significant rise in occupancy rates in the first half of this year.

Under new Covid-19 directions for tourism sector, the number of participants in community events has been increased to 2,500 for indoor activities and 5,000 for outdoor functions with no mandatory vaccination.

Jobs in Israel offer higher wages but Palestinians complain they do not get paid as much as their Israeli counterparts or enjoy similar labor protections.

Jobs in Israel offer higher wages but Palestinians complain they do not get paid as much as their Israeli counterparts.

The GCC has hotel investments worth $27 billion in the pipeline, said the Arabian & African Hospitality Investment Conference (AHIC)

The result of the deal is a joint venture that will manage and set up hotels in various projects by Kaden Investment throughout the country The first of these hotels will be launched at the Riyadh Front business park Travel and tourism company Seera Group and Kaden Investment have signed...