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Vision 2030 has added new destinations, business events and entertainment to the kingdom’s established religious tourism offerings. Yet high occupancy does not always translate into profit. Dr. Tong Yin, founder and CEO of InsightBridge Global, examines what it takes to convert demand into lasting owner returns. The post Saudi Arabia’s next hospitality chapter with Dr. Tong Yin, founder and CEO of…
From recipes to real connection, Sadam Emad, chef and TV personality at Roya TV, proves that sometimes the secret ingredient is simply being yourself on camera. The post From kitchen to camera with Sadam Emad, chef and TV personality at Roya TV appeared first on Hospitality News Magazine .
Riyadh is entering a new era where luxury extends far beyond accommodation. As lifestyle-driven hospitality gains momentum, Fares Daghlas, general manager of W Riyadh – KAFD, uncovers what makes the Saudi capital a year-round global destination. The post Fares Daghlas, GM of W Riyadh – KAFD, charts a new dawn for Riyadh’s luxury hospitality appeared first on Hospitality News Magazine .
Jordan is stepping up preparations for the 2,000th anniversary of Jesus Christ’s baptism in 2030. The kingdom plans major projects around the baptism site to boost Christian pilgrimage and religious tourism. The projects will also improve visitor services while protecting the site’s religious, historical and environmental value. The post Jordan advances religious tourism plans appeared first on…
EHL Insights highlights key funding strategies for food entrepreneurs, outlining practical financing options to help launch, grow and scale restaurant businesses. The post Restaurant financing: Exploring funding options for food businesses appeared first on Hospitality News Magazine .
Across the Middle East, hotel brands are expanding at pace, with ambitious new openings reshaping the region's hospitality landscape. From luxury coastal resorts and heritage-inspired retreats to midscale properties in secondary cities, operators are growing their portfolios at every level of the market. Here, 11 industry leaders share their pipelines and the people-first thinking behind them. The…
As Saudi Arabia accelerates its Vision 2030 ambitions, the hospitality sector is entering a new era of investment, innovation and destination development. Maher Abou Nasr, MD, IMEA at IHG Hotels & Resorts, tells us more about what is shaping the kingdom’s hospitality landscape. The post Shaping the future of Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector with Maher Abou Nasr, MD, IMEA at IHG appeared first on…
As founder of YABA Modern Iraqi, chef Shaheen has built a distinctive approach to cooking that combines respect for tradition with a fascination for how food works. Drawing on his background in architecture, he uncovers the science behind cooking. The post The architecture of flavor and the science of cooking with chef Shaheen appeared first on Hospitality News Magazine .
The way hotel guests pay is changing, as systems increasingly book, order and settle up on their behalf. Across the region, a wave of new properties has the chance to design for it from the outset. Monica Eaton, CEO of Chargebacks911, explains why that window matters and how to use it well. The post Designing AI payments From A new-build advantage appeared first on Hospitality News Magazine .
Hyatt is expanding its presence across the Middle East and Africa with a series of hotel openings in 2026, adding new luxury, wellness and full-service properties to its growing regional portfolio. The post 4 Hyatt new openings slated for 2026 in the MENA region appeared first on Hospitality News Magazine .
