Announcements

148-Key Holiday Inn Opens in Jeddah

IHG Hotels & Resorts, the leading hospitality group behind 19 signature hotel brands and over 6,000 global destinations, has today announced the opening of Holiday Inn Jeddah Corniche in Saudi Arabia, a vibrant five-star property launching on the picturesque coastal waterfront bordering the Red Sea.

IHG debuts Vignette Collection brand in Doha

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of its first Vignette Collection hotel in Doha in partnership with Hospitality for Success H4S Hotels & Residences, one of Al Baladi Holding companies. Set to open by the end of Quarter 1, 2024, Velero Hotel Vignette Collection Doha Lusail is IHG's fifth Vignette Collection hotel signing in the MEA region, following those in Zimbabwe, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Kuwait. IHG continues to bring brands from its luxury & lifestyle portfolio to the region, offering its guests exceptional design, bespoke service and meaningful experiences.

OMNIYAT Launches ORLA Infinity, Dorchester Collection, Dubai on Palm Jumeirah

ORLA Infinity, Dorchester Collection, Dubai, will offer a limited and exclusive number of 20 double-height duplex residences, each with its own private pool extending up to 18 meters, on terraces overlooking the vistas of the city and sea. Located at the pinnacle of Palm Jumeirah's crescent, this upcoming property complements OMNIYAT's ORLA, Dorchester Collection, Dubai, providing residents with a serene luxury living experience. Joining The ORLA Collection, this new property contributes to an ultra-luxury master destination valued at over USD 2 billion, offering a comprehensive world-class amenities program for residents. OMNIYAT, Dubai's leading visionary developer, has officially unveiled its latest luxury project, ORLA Infinity, Dorchester Collection, Dubai. This new masterpiece is set to seamlessly blend with the stunning surroundings of Palm Jumeirah, offering an infinite resort-style living experience alongside its counterpart, ORLA, Dorchester Collection Dubai, located at the iconic crescent of Palm Jumeirah.

99-Key Vida Creek Beach Now Open

Nestled in the picturesque waterfront of Dubai Creek Harbour, Vida Creek Beach is redefining luxury living. This upscale lifestyle destination, boasting 99 rooms and suites, effortlessly combines modern, carefree elegance with artsy glam in the heart of Dubai's buzzing new destination.

Six Senses AlUla Will Invite Guests to Step Inside a Sensational Living Museum in the Saudi Arabian Desert

Six Senses has signed a hotel management agreement with AUla Development Company, fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), to open Six Senses AlUla in Saudi Arabia in 2027. The agreement was signed by Fabien Toscano, Chief Executive Officer of AlUla Development Company, and Neil Jacobs, Chief Executive Officer of Six Senses, in the presence of AlUla Development Company Managing Director Naif AlHamdan, at the Maraya Concert Hall.

Meliá Hotels International Will Open the Spectacular Gran Meliá Dubai Jumeirah in Port de la Mer

With 17 hotels currently operating and seven more in the pipeline, the Gran Meliá brand continues to lead the group's luxury openings in Europe and the Middle East Gran Meliá Dubai Jumeirah completes the Group's exceptional Dubai hotel portfolio, where the brand has been present since 2018, first opening the Meliá Desert Palm, member of Meliá Collection, an exclusive resort with a polo field, amongst others Meliá Hotels International remains committed to luxury tourism, expanding its presence in Dubai by signing a new Gran Meliá property in Port de La Mer, a new luxury destination located in the Jumeirah One Beach area, one of the best areas in Dubai.

Nikki Beach Global Announces Upcoming Resort Opening in Ras Al Khaimah

Nikki Beach Global ('Nikki Beach') the international luxury lifestyle and hospitality brand, announced today the upcoming opening of Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Ras Al Khaimah. Nikki Beach will be working with RAK Properties, Ras Al Khaimah's leading publicly listed property developer, to open a new branded resort at Mina Al Arab. Further details of the opening dates will be announced in due course.

Q4 Opening Planned for Khalidia Palace Hotel, Dubai

Under the umbrella of the Gloria & Mourouj Gloria brand, Deira will soon welcome the Khalidia Palace Hotel. This Dubai-based establishment will boast exclusive restaurants, round-the-clock dining options, a sophisticated lobby lounge, and a relaxing poolside café. Guests can enjoy the luxury of 24-hour in-room dining, comprehensive travel & tourism services, a well-equipped business centre, and select retail outlets.

Minor Hotels Announces New Anantara in the United Arab Emirates

Minor Hotels, a hotel owner, operator, and investor, currently with a portfolio of 530 hotels and resorts in 56 countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Indian Ocean, announces the upcoming opening of a new ultra-private luxury resort in the United Arab Emirates. The 22-key Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat is set to launch in Q4 2023 and will provide a unique boutique escape from the city, including the option for exclusive use buy-outs.