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Development Opening

May 14

Radisson expands its footprint in Dubai with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights is a 537-room five-star city hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, affiliated with Radisson Blu, part of Radisson Hotel Group. Located in Barsha Heights, the hotel offers spacious rooms and suites, five restaurants and bars, 16 meeting and event spaces, a spa and fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, and a Kids’ Club for business travelers, leisure guests, families, and extended-stay visitors.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Press Release Markets & Performance

May 11

FHS Business Unusual: How are we coping?

UAE hospitality leaders and Minister of Economy discuss recovery strategies amid regional conflicts, with Oxford Economics forecasting resilient long-term demand despite near-term challenges.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

May 8

Christina Samir has been appointed as Cluster Hotel Manager at Aparthotel Adagio Premium Dubai Al Barsha

The Novotel and Adagio Premium Dubai Al Barsha have appointed Christina Samir as cluster hotel manager, enhancing its senior leadership team with a seasoned professional recognised for her impact in the hospitality sector.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

May 7

Yiduo Wang has been appointed as Executive Chef at Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai

Set within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, announces the appointment of Chef Yiduo Wang as Executive Chef.

The Luxury Collection

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

April 23

Adrian Stoppe has been appointed as General Manager at Conrad Dubai

Stoppe joins with more than two decades of global experience and aims to build on the hotel’s legacy of luxury hospitality.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Development Pipeline

April 20

Cheval Collection makes branded residences debut with Cheval Residences Dubai Islands

Cheval Collection, the award-winning, UK-based luxury hospitality company, has moved into the branded residences sector with Cheval Residences Dubai Islands.

Cheval Collection

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

April 17

Felix Otto has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Felix Otto as Director of Food & Beverage, bringing a wealth of international luxury hospitality expertise to the resort’s dynamic culinary portfolio. With an extensive background spanning Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the United States, he joins Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort with a strong track record in leading large-scale, multi-outlet operations within some of the world’s most prestigious hotels.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Visit HITEC 2026 in San Antonio!

HITEC is the center for the latest conversations on hospitality technology. Come and see the technology shaping the industry.

Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP)

The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter.

Development Renovation

April 15

Jumeirah Burj Al Arab to Undergo Phased Restoration Programme to Preserve the Legacy of the Icon

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding today announced the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab is set to undergo a carefully phased and thoughtful restoration programme, designed to safeguard its legacy for generations to come. With an odyssey of over twenty-five years of continuous operations, the conservation of the architectural masterpiece will see its distinctive interior décor enhanced with the same attention to detail as preserving a work of art.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Opinion Article Sales & Marketing

April 3

Running 5 Hospitality Brands with a Team of 3

The operator uses automation tools like n8n, Make, and AI to handle workflows, content production, and reporting while maintaining human oversight for strategy.

By Lucas Stamm, Director of Marketing & Digital, Nara Hospitality Group

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter.

Development Pipeline

February 27

Six Senses The Palm, Dubai Opens Reservations

Six Senses has opened reservations for Six Senses The Palm, Dubai. Stays are available to book from September 1, 2026, ahead of the brand’s arrival in the United Arab Emirates.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Press Release Development

February 20

Four key insights from the FHS World Advisory Board

Middle East leads globally with $183 ARR while the industry shifts toward institutional investors and AI integration reaching 89% adoption by next year.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 20

José Martins dos Santos has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Fairmont The Palm

Fairmont The Palm is delighted to announce the appointment of José Martins dos Santos as Hotel Manager, bringing over 15 years of international luxury hospitality experience to one of Dubai's most iconic beachfront resorts. A passionate hotelier with a deeply people-centred leadership style, José is set to guide the resort's next chapter through elevated guest experiences, purposeful transformation, and meaningful team engagement.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 18

Nawaf Hasan has been appointed as Cluster General Manager at Grand Mercure Dubai City and ibis Styles Dubai Airport

Grand Mercure Dubai City and ibis Styles Dubai Airport are delighted to announce the appointment of Nawaf Hasan as Cluster General Manager, effective 1 January 2026. This promotion recognizes Nawaf's exceptional leadership and marks the next chapter in his impressive 23-year hospitality journey.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 17

Daniel Worsley has been appointed as Vice President, Hotel Operations at Atlantis The Royal

Atlantis The Royal is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Worsley as Vice President, Hotel Operations. With more than 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Daniel brings a dynamic, people-focused leadership style and a proven track record of operational excellence to one of the world's most iconic ultra-luxury destinations.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 16

Roxanne Castillo has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah

Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah has appointed Roxanne Castillo as hotel manager, marking a portfolio move within Hilton as she transitions from Hilton Dubai Jumeirah to her new role on Palm Jumeirah.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 16

Kseniya Mamedova has been appointed as Cluster Front Office Manager at Novotel Dubai Al Barsha and Aparthotel Adagio Premium Dubai Al Barsha

Novotel Dubai Al Barsha and ApartHotel Adagio Premium Dubai Al Barsha have appointed Kseniya Mamedova as cluster front office manager, welcoming an experienced hospitality professional known for her guest-centric approach and strong operational leadership.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 16

Jaroslav Hoznourek has been appointed as Director of Food & Drinks at Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah

Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah has appointed Jaroslav Hoznourek as director of food and drinks, bolstering the property's leadership bench as it sharpens performance across its multi-venue dining portfolio.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 12

Elif Yazoglu has been appointed as General Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai M Square Hotel & Residences

Elif Yazoglu has been appointed General Manager of DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai M Square Hotel & Residences, a 458-key mixed rooms and serviced residences located in Bur Dubai within the M Square development, adjacent to BurJuman. Opened in 2020, the property is owned by AW Rostamani Group and managed by Hilton.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 12

Mohamad Daanish Khan has been appointed as Director of Outside Catering at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre proudly announces the appointment of Mohamad Daanish Khan as its new Director of Outside Catering, strengthening the hotel's ambition to deliver standout, design-led catering experiences across Dubai's most sought-after off-site celebrations and corporate events.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Development Renovation

February 11

Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel Unveils a New Era of Contemporary Urban Luxury

Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel first brought the brand's signature luxury to the city's skyline in 2022 and now reveals an extensive redesign. This complete transformation ushers in a new era for the urban property, which evolves the hotel into a sophisticated sanctuary connecting a high-octane business hub with a refined lifestyle destination.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates