Zeinab Ahmed has been appointed as Director of Quality at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh
The Ritz-Carlton Riyadh has appointed Zeinab Ahmed as director of quality.
The Ritz-Carlton Riyadh has appointed Zeinab Ahmed as director of quality.
Capella Hotels and Resorts announces its first coastal destination in Saudi Arabia, set within NEOM at Elanan, one of Magna's destinations, against the backdrop of stunning desert mountains and the Gulf of Aqaba coastline. The resort will open an exclusive wellness retreat as part of the sustainable development unfolding in northwest Saudi Arabia.
Hilton Al Khobar King Fahd Causeway has opened its doors to guests, marking the arrival of the latest Hilton property in Al Khobar.
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of its newest hotel, Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Thakher Alsharqi. Strategically located in the heart of Thakher City, a mere 2.2 km from the revered Great Mosque, the hotel promises to set a new standard for contemporary accommodation in Makkah.
We are thrilled to announce the opening of Al Manakha Rotana, our first property in Al Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has revealed a record-breaking year for Travel & Tourism in Saudi Arabia, with new records in GDP contribution, sector jobs and visitor spend.
The two leading women executives in hospitality discuss the critical Saudi traveller, the phenomenal growth of tourism in the region supported by data and how as the tourism industry booms in the region, it opens up a host of opportunities to set new benchmarks by challenging the status quo and bringing more women to the front.
Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Middle East was unveiled today on Ummahat Island in the tranquil waters of The Red Sea. The private island retreat is nestled within the captivating Blue Hole cluster of islands, where pristine coral reefs thrive beneath the surface and the celestial canopy above paints an endless tapestry of stars. Nujuma - inspired by the meaning of 'stars' in Arabic - invites travellers to embark on an unchartered journey to one of the world's most secluded and protected archipelagos. Here, amidst the azure expanse, guests are beckoned to explore and immerse themselves in the region's culture and traditions.
The hotel is led by Accor's first Saudi female hotel General Manager in Saudi Arabia, with 232 modern rooms and suites, state-of-the-art facilities, and nine meeting spaces.
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Hotel & Residence Riyadh Olaya, the Group's 28th hotel in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its 9th in the vibrant city of Riyadh. This new opening marks a significant milestone as the Group continues its expansion in one of the most dynamic regions of the Middle East aligned with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 to enhance the country's economic and tourism landscape.
Marriott International has entered into an agreement with the King Abdullah Financial District Development & Management Company (KAFD DMC) to introduce a new W Hotels property.
Baheej Tourism Development Company, a joint venture between ASFAR, the Saudi tourism investment company owned by PIF, and the Tamimi-AWN Alliance, has signed a strategic agreement with Kerten Hospitality, a global leader in the integrated living and hospitality sector.
IHG Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the new appointment of Francesco Pantalone as General Manager at InterContinental The Red Sea Resort. Francesco brings with him an exceptional track record of results and a wealth of experience in luxury and leisure hospitality, spanning over thirty years across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Francesco's resilience, drive, and goal-oriented nature have been key attributes throughout his career. He has extensive experience in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with a strong history of running successful international high-end hotel operations whilst creating unique and innovative guest experiences. In his new role, Francesco will oversee all aspects of the new luxury resort, which includes a striking, architecturally designed hotel, exclusive club InterContinental and a wealth of unique dining and lifestyle experiences. Francesco's journey and passion for F&B began in 1998, in Dubai and he has since held various leadership positions, with The Ritz Carlton and Shangri-La amongst other luxury hospitality brands in the Middle East and China as well as luxury boutique hotel brands in Europe.
Fairmont Hotel Riyadh appointed Stéphanie Timsit as director of operations.
The Hospitality Management Holding (HMH), pioneer in the hotel management in the Middle East and North Africa, has taken the centre stage in the mega event of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 ongoing at the Dubai International and Convention Centre. The four-day show, kicked off on May 6 with over 2,000 exhibitors from more than 160 countries, is expected to see a huge footfall of not less than 50,000 global visitors.
Leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons and Saudi-based development firm Dar Al Omran Company announce plans for continued expansion in the Middle East with Four Seasons Hotel Madinah, anticipated to open in late 2024.
Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, and Taiba Investments, a leading Saudi hospitality company with an extensive record in managing, developing, and operating hotels and residential compounds across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, announced the signing of a strategic technology agreement at the Arabian Travel Market event in Dubai. This collaboration will see the adoption of Sabre Hospitality's SynXis platform across multiple hotel brands within Taiba Investments' portfolio, including Makarem and Nur.
HotelRunner and Alesayi Hospitality Company (AHC), with the endorsement of the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA), have joined forces with a Memorandum of Understanding for a globally connected and sustainable Kingdom of Saudi Arabia travel ecosystem powered by data, AI, and automation.
Two Hyatt-branded hotels set to debut in Madinah as Hyatt House Madinah KEC and Hyatt Centric Madinah KEC.
Millennium Hotels & Resorts Middle East and Africa has appointed Wahdan Al Kadi as the new CEO of the KSA market.