Hotels

ME key market for Sun Siyam Resorts

The Middle East has become a key source market for Sun Siyam Resorts, as travellers from the region are attracted by their all-inclusive offerings, diverse dining options, wellness programmes, and unforgettable experiences. ‘Our six resorts are easy to reach with direct flights from major cities in the Middle East,’ shares …

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Accor creates board to boost MICE

Accor, together with executive travel managers and buyers from 17 leading global corporations, has launched the Accor Global Leadership Council (GLC), an innovative advisory board that aims to create a forward-looking vision for business travel and corporate meetings. The council connects business leaders responsible for corporate travel across diverse industries …

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Career insights for women in hospitality

The hospitality industry offers a vibrant and dynamic career path for women. However, navigating this path can come with unique challenges. Julianne Holt-Kailihiwa, CEO, Sumo International Inc. LLC, speaks to TRAVTALK about how they are empowering women and providing them with the tools and opportunities needed for career advancement. She …

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Why hotels need data for pricing strategy?

Setting the right room rates, at right time, to attract the right guests and maximise revenue can feel like an impossible task. The ongoing manual calculations and pricing updates across all the distribution channels are huge headaches to most hoteliers, especially if pricing is not your only responsibility. TRAVTALK spoke …

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Langham to open in Saudi Arabia

Langham Hospitality Group, a leader in luxury hospitality, will be venturing into the Middle East with its first property slated to open in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With 32 hotels around the globe, the group operates a portfolio of luxury hotels and resorts under the Langham, Cordis, and Eaton …

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AI stirs hospitality in ME

Use of AI and technology in the hospitality industry is increasing, changing the business model. TRAVTALK speaks to leading industry leaders to find out how AI is being applied in their businesses. Sultan Moraished, Group Head of Technology and Corporate Excellence, Red Sea Global Every industry faces disruption and potential …

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Staycay trending in ME

Starting off the UAE, staycations have been gaining popularity among the domestic travellers in the Middle East year after year. TRAVTALK speaks to hoteliers for their feedback on the trend. Paul Stevens, COO, Premium, Midscale & Economy Division for MEA & Türkiye, Accor Domestic is the biggest growing market for …

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BWH Hotels signs 17 properties in KSA

Stefan Dubbeling, Managing Director Development EMEA, BWH Hotels, and Mujahid Pasha, Director Development – Middle East, BWH Hotels, in an exclusive interview with TRAVTALK, discuss their extensive plans for expansion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The duo outlines the company’s strategic vision, unique offerings, and the importance of long-term …

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Marriott’s Business Access to ease travel

In order to ease travel management process for small to medium-sized businesses, Marriott International launches ‘Business Access by Marriott Bonvoy’. The programme combines the benefits of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio with a suite of travel tools to seamlessly book, manage, and expense business travel, says Drew Pinto, the Executive Vice …

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