Development Middle East News

March 26, 2024

Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina Engineered with Integrated Wellness from the Ground Up in What Will Be the World’s Tallest Residential Tower

Six Senses, part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts luxury and lifestyle portfolio, and Select Group, a renowned real estate developer headquartered in Dubai, have signed an agreement to launch Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina. This further solidifies the successful partnership that has already launched the award-winning Six Senses Residences The Palm, Dubai, which will also be home to Six Senses Place, the first wellness and social club in the United Arab Emirates.

IHG

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Press Release

March 14, 2024

Jeddah Historic District, ‘Al Balad’ Launches First Three Heritage Hotels with UNESCO World Heritage Status

Jeddah Historic District today launches the restoration and regeneration of three historic properties in Al Balad into heritage hotels, an area of great historical and cultural significance on the West Coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with UNESCO heritage protection. The hotels are part of Jeddah Historic District Program, under the Ministry of Culture, which has paved the way in the regeneration of the old town of Al Balad. Named House of Jokhdar, Kedwan and Al Rayess, each hotel has been carefully reinvigorated with the work of historians and the knowledge of locals, utilising local artists, carpenters and architects as well as locally sourced products. The three properties thoughtfully reflect their original layout and design whilst offering luxurious and effortlessly chic modernity.

Albalad Hospitality

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Press Release

March 6, 2024

WTTC Commends Saudi Arabia On Launch Of Tourism Investment Enablers Program

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) commends Saudi Arabia on the announcement of its Tourism Investment Enablers Program (TIEP). This program will create a more attractive investment landscape in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, making it easier and more cost-effective for international and local investors to do business.

WTTC

Saudi Arabia

Press Release

January 26, 2024

Rotana at Saudi Tourism Forum 2024

Rotana announced its expansion plans in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during the second edition of the Saudi Tourism Forum (STF).

Rotana

Saudi Arabia

Press Release

January 17, 2024

First speakers announced for Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia

The 2024 edition of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia, which is set to take place at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh from 29 April to 1 May 2024, has confirmed the first speakers for the region’s leading hospitality investment platform.

The Bench

Saudi Arabia

Press Release

January 16, 2024

ADQ and ADNEC Group enter into definitive agreements to acquire a 40.5 percent stake in TMG Holding’s hospitality business in Egypt

DQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, and ADNEC Group (“ADNEC”) today announced the signing of definitive agreements for the strategic acquisition of a 40.5 percent stake in Egypt-based Talaat Moustafa Group Holding’s (“TMG Holding”) hospitality arm, ICON Group (“ICON”) through a capital increase. ADQ and ADNEC will invest through a special purpose vehicle, with 49 percent equity ownership by ADQ and 51 percent equity ownership by ADNEC.

ADNEC Group

Egypt

External Article

January 12, 2024

Ultra luxury Aman hotel group expands into Saudi Arabia with a promise to celebrate the Kingdom’s diversity

Aman, a name whispered in the circles of the rich and famous, is one of the world’s most exclusive hotel groups, renowned for its near telepathic service and ultra-luxurious properties tucked in some of the globe’s most stunning locations.

arabnews.com

Saudi Arabia

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Mews

Press Release

November 28, 2023

Aldar Launches Beachfront Living On Ras Al Khaimah’s Al Marjan Island With Nikki Beach Residences

Aldar Properties ('Aldar') announced today the launch of Nikki Beach Residences, a new community set against the spectacular backdrop of the Arabian Gulf on Al Marjan Island, with a blend of exciting and rejuvenating leisure experiences that will redefine beach living in the emirate.

Nikki Beach Hospitality Group

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Press Release

November 16, 2023

NEOM announces Epicon - its luxury coastal tourism destination on the Gulf of Aqaba

The Board of Directors of NEOM, the sustainable regional development taking shape in northwest Saudi Arabia, today announced Epicon, its latest luxury coastal tourism destination, including a residential offering.

NEOM

Aqaba, Saudi Arabia

Press Release

October 16, 2023

NEOM announces Leyja, its latest sustainable tourism destination

The Board of Directors of NEOM, the sustainable regional development taking shape in northwest Saudi Arabia, today announced Leyja, its latest tourism destination, further strengthening and enriching the Kingdom's ecotourism offering.

NEOM

Saudi Arabia

Press Release

September 26, 2023

Marriott International Signs Agreement to Open Two Luxury Properties in Trojena, The Mountains of NEOM

Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with NEOM to open two luxury properties in Trojena, NEOM’s mountain destination located in the north-west region of Saudi Arabia. The agreement includes Saudi Arabia’s first W Hotel, and a JW Marriott property.

Marriott

Saudi Arabia

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The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

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Mews

Press Release

September 21, 2023

Nikki Beach Global Announces Waterfront Residences in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

Nikki Beach Global (‘Nikki Beach’) the international luxury lifestyle and hospitality brand, announced today a partnership to develop three waterfront residential buildings in Ras Al Khaimah. Nikki Beach and Aldar Properties (‘Aldar’), a leading real estate developer, investor, and manager in the UAE, have come together to develop branded residences on Al Marjan Island, which will launch for sale later this year.

Nikki Beach Hospitality Group

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Press Release

August 31, 2023

Nobu Hospitality to Open Two Luxury Hotels, Restaurants, and Residential Projects in Egypt

SODIC, Egypt’s leading real estate developer, in partnership with Nobu Hospitality, the globally acclaimed luxury lifestyle brand, announces plans for a comprehensive expansion of the Nobu brand in Egypt with the development of luxury hotels, branded residences, and the iconic Nobu restaurant. Underpinned by SODIC’s extensive expertise and reputation, Nobu’s introduction into Egypt will anchor two of SODIC’s developments – Cairo in the New Zayed area and a coastal development on the North Coast – resulting in two multi-million dollar five-star hotels, a Nobu restaurant and branded Nobu residences with an extensive array of facilities for residents and guests.

Nobu

Egypt

Press Release

August 23, 2023

Pre-Opening Katara Tower... Qatar’s New Landmark of Luxury and Perfection on the Arabian Gulf

Doha, the Katara Tower. After 10 years of planning and construction, these two towers are a symbol of Qatar's meeting on the Arabian Gulf. In just 12 weeks, two luxury hotels will open on 37 floors each, with almost 500 suites and hotel rooms as well as 18 restaurants, bars and cafes. Money is no object, as the goal is to surpass all previous mega-hotels on the Gulf. With the world's largest chandelier at a height of 57 meters and the world's only multimedia kaleidoscope in a hotel lobby, there are only 80 days left to finish on time. An almost impossible task for Christian Hirth, the German manager of both hotels. Despite construction sites everywhere, the team and Christian Hirth are meticulous in their attention to detail and ensure that everything is absolutely perfect before it opens. Two weeks before the opening, the 1130 employees from 73 countries finally see their uniforms for the first time. Join us as we explore this mega-hotel, the new landmark of Doha.

WELT (Axel Springer SE) and Raffles

Doha, Qatar

Press Release

August 14, 2023

Hilton Plans to More Than Quadruple its Presence in Saudi Arabia

As Saudi Arabia continues to fulfill its vision of becoming a world leader for international travel and tourism, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced plans to open over 50 new hotels across 10 of its brands, making the country the company’s largest pipeline market in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Hilton has accelerated its growth strategy in Saudi Arabia in recent years, announcing multiple signings as the company works towards its plans to increase its portfolio to more than 75 trading properties across the country.

Hilton

Saudi Arabia

Opinion Article

July 27, 2023

Focus on Investment and Innovation within Abu Dhabi’s Leisure and Entertainment Industry

The theme for the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) 2023, taking place from 25-27 September at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, is ‘Focus on investment’. The conference programme will comprise several content tracks under the main theme, including Investment, Operating Models, Innovation, the Future of Tourism and ESG. In the lead up to the event we asked several industry partners about their focus on investment in 2023 and beyond.

By Taghrid Alsaeed, Executive Director – Group Communications and Destination Marketing, The Bench

United Arab Emirates

Press Release

July 20, 2023

IHG Hotels & Resorts continues expansion in Saudi Arabia with Hotel Indigo in NEOM’s Oxagon

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, with 6000 hotels across 18 brands, has signed a franchise agreement that will see a Hotel Indigo property open in Oxagon, a coastal industrial city in NEOM, located in the Northwest region of Saudi Arabia.

IHG

Oxagon, Saudi Arabia

Press Release

July 4, 2023

First speakers announced for Future Hospitality Summit and 19th edition of Arabian Hotel Investment Conference in Abu Dhabi

The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) has confirmed the first speakers for the region’s flagship hospitality investment platform taking place from 25-27 September at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island.

The Bench

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

External Article

June 1, 2023

Boutique Group CEO interview: How Mark DeCocinis is transforming Saudi palaces into world-class hotels

Despite the name, there is nothing small about the scope or scale of Saudi Arabia’s Boutique Group. A home-grown firm turning palaces and historical buildings into ultra-luxury hotels, Boutique Group has ambitions to become one of the world’s most important hospitality majors. Green-lit by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, Chairman of the Council for Economic and Development Affairs, and Chairman of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), Boutique Group is more than a hotel company, it is a vessel to take Saudi culture to the world.