Hotels

Ramada Ajman reinforces commitment to sustainability

As part of its continuous commitment to sustainable practices, Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ajman recently harvested organic crops from its very own urban farm. The team yielded produce from the 430-square metre space, which grows seasonal herbs, fruits, and vegetables. Ravi Santiago, Cluster General Manager for three Wyndham …

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Hybrid meetings: A sustainable option

In today’s ever-evolving world, sustainability is becoming more important than ever; companies are looking at eco-friendly choices. Shehara Rizly Whilst the future of meetings is yet to be written, it will likely include a combination of live and virtual meetings frequently combined in the same event. The past year has …

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New Hotels

Over the past few weeks there have been quite a number of hotel openings in the UAE and Middle East in general. We take a look at some of them. Vida Beach Resort Location    – Umm Al Quwain UAE Number of Rooms/Suites – 135 rooms and suites Emaar Hospitality Group …

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Project regenerative tourism

As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia pans out their course of action for Vision 2030, one of the most aspiring projects announced by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince, Chairman of The Red Sea Development Company was the Coral Bloom concept in the kingdom which will include …

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How to attract more customers

Now that we think about human contact differently, hotels can rethink the guest experience so that guests feel comfortable again, says Diane Thorsen, Hospitality Regional Leader of Asia Pacific and Middle East and Design Director of Middle East, Gensler. Here are four ways in which hotels can meet new expectations …

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The world’s first and only Underwater Spa

It is pure indulgence if one can visit the world’s first and only underwater spa which is located at Huvafen Fushi Maldives. This sanctuary is ideal for the discerning visitors from the Middle East as they keep looking at true indulgences for the visitors. The Maldives is renowned for being …

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Developing hospitality at Ishraq

The renowned brand Ishraq Hospitality has appointed hospitality doyen Alexander Suski as Group Director of Commercial and Business Development – a dual role to commercially develop hospitality plus the travel and tourism portfolio. Suski shares more insights on his role and the plans for 2021. Shehara Rizly Q What responsibilities …

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Iconic tourism landmark in Malaysia

Scheduled to reopen in 2021, Sunway Resort reveals the result of a historic transformation project, setting a new benchmark for authentic Asian business and leisure hospitality. London’s Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill is also set to open at Sunway Resort in June 2021. Sunway Resort is a luxury 5-star hotel …

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Avani Palm View Dubai opens

Avani Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Avani Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites, offering an enviable blend of stylish beach city living and contemporary comfort in one of Dubai’s most sought-after areas. The 48-storey property boasts an unbeatable location overlooking the iconic Palm Jumeirah. Shehara Rizly Positioned …

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Anantara Al Akhdar upgrades property

Oman’s leading resort, Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, welcomed the new year with the launch of an all-new experience, Extreme Jabal Activity Wall. Shehara Rizly This comes right in time with the amazing news of the Sultanate reopening its land, air and sea borders after a temporary closure. Rami …

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