Said Elmorabet has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine at Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya
A young hotelier from Morocco, Said Elmorabet has been appointed to lead the culinary innovation at Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya's outlet, 56th Avenue Diner.
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Mehdi Ouidane has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya
Ouidane will oversee and handle the operations of the outlets that include 56th Avenue Diner, the 24-hour Tea Lounge, The Market and another upcoming outlet, alongside the F&B operations of the exclusive Regency Club, room service, events and outside catering.
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre Unveils Newly Renovated Royal Suites
If there was any doubt that Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre is the high point for hospitality in the Saudi Arabian capital, one look at the luxury and design of its newly reimagined Royal Suites will only re-emphasise the Hotel's commitment to offer an incomparable hospitality experience. Taking the towering Hotel's guest experience to new heights, the two spacious suites located on the 44th and 46th floors are palaces in the sky. Fashioned by renowned hospitality design firm Hirsch Bedner Associates as part of an overall renovation of the 276-room address, each Royal Suite plays out with indulgent comforts, lavish appointments, contemporary interpretations of historical motifs, and locally-produced artworks to create welcoming spaces for family travellers, and groups of friends, high above the heart of the city.
IHG announces 11th property in the Saudi capital with Crowne Plaza Taiba Riyadh
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a Management Agreement with Al Aqeeq Real Estate Development Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Taiba Investments for Crowne Plaza Taiba Riyadh. Located on Makkah Al Mukarammah Branch Road, in proximity to the King Faisal Specialist Centre and the Diplomatic Quarter of Riyadh, the new build hotel is scheduled to open in June 2025.
Mussa Alhamama has been promoted to Director of Sales & Marketing at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh
Marriott's Ritz-Carlton hotel in Riyadh has named its new director of sales and marketing. Saudi national Mussa Alhamama takes the reins of the department after seven years of climbing the ladder at the hotel.
Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E. Lead the Middle East Hotel Construction Pipeline at Q3‘21
According to the Q3 2021 Middle East Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the end of the quarter, the hotel construction pipeline in the region stands at 545 projects/168,042 rooms. While the number of total pipeline projects has increased over the previous quarter, project counts are down 6% and room counts are down 19% year-over-year (YOY).
Dur Hospitality launches "Nur by Makarem", a 3-star Hotel Brand at WTM 2021
Seeking to redefine affordable hospitality in Saudi through home-grown brands, Dur Hospitality unveiled "Nur by Makarem”, its new 3-star hotels brand during its participation at the World Travel Market London as part of the Saudi Tourism Authority's pavilion.
Marriott International Signs Agreement with The Red Sea Development Company to Bring St. Regis Hotels & Resorts and EDITION to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Project
Marriott International, Inc. today announced it has signed an agreement with The Red Sea Development Company to develop two luxury hotels as part of the highly-anticipated Red Sea Project in Saudi Arabia. The St. Regis Red Sea Resort and The Red Sea EDITION are expected to further enhance Marriott International’s footprint across the Kingdom where it currently has a portfolio of over 30 properties with more than 9,000 rooms across ten brands.
SLS Announces SLS Red Sea In Collaboration With The Red Sea Development Company
SLS Hotels & Residences, a brand from Ennismore, in collaboration with The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC), which spearheads the development of The Red Sea Project, today announced SLS Red Sea will open its doors in Q1 2023. The project will bring 150 hotel rooms including 12 suites and 15 villas spanning over 800,000 square feet of single story accommodation. The property will feature expansive one, two, three and four bedroom Pool Villas each with ample space and the privacy afforded with one's own private swimming pool. Ennismore's top culinary and mixology experiences including Seabird, Fi'lia and Floating World will ensure this phenomenal new property speaks to the most discerning guests. The Ciel Spa, a state of the art fitness center and Altitude Pool along with a ballroom for special occasions and meeting rooms complete this distinguished offering.
IHG® partners with The Red Sea Development Company to open InterContinental Resort Red Sea
The latest signing is aligned with IHG's strategy to grow its presence in the Kingdom, in line with Saudi Vision 2030
Tourism Development Fund and Ennismore Sign MoU to Explore USD 400 Million Investment Fund
The Tourism Development Fund (TDF) and Ennismore today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the 5th Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh to explore the establishment of a USD 400 million (SAR 1.5 billion) fund that would bring Ennismore’s lifestyle brands to at least 12 destinations in Saudi Arabia.
Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea to Open in 2023
Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea will take guests on a journey into seldom-experienced nature, wildlife and culture, setting new standards in sustainability and desert hospitality as Saudi Arabia drops its pin on the global tourism map.
Nobu Expands its Footprint in Saudi Arabia
Nobu, the global lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, today revealed plans to launch a Nobu Hotel, Nobu Restaurant and Nobu Residences in the Eastern Province city of Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia by 2024.
Hyatt Announces Plans for Grand Hyatt The Red Sea in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with The Red Sea Development Company for a 430-room Grand Hyatt hotel on Shaura Island, the hub of the ambitious Red Sea Project on Saudi Arabia’s west coast. The luxury resort hotel will represent the largest of 11 hotels set to open on the island and will occupy a prime position within this innovative tourist development. Grand Hyatt The Red Sea will be the second Grand Hyatt hotel in the Kingdom and the seventh Grand Hyatt hotel in the Middle East, marking an important milestone in Hyatt’s growth strategy in the region.
New Global Coalition Will Accelerate Tourism Industry's Transition to Net Zero
HRH Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman announces multi-country, multi-stakeholder coalition - The Saudi Arabian Government has launched the Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC), a multi-country, multi-stakeholder coalition that will accelerate the tourism sector's transition to net zero emissions, as well as drive action to protect nature and support communities.
Lilian Roger has been appointed as General Manager at Manager of Rosh Rayhaan by Rotana
Lilian Roger has been appointed as the new General Manager of Rosh Rayhaan by Rotana, the five stars hotel located in the heart of Riyadh.
STR: Preliminary September data for Riyadh hotels
Riyadh’s hotel industry reported mixed performance in comparison with recent months, according to preliminary September 2021 data from STR.
UNWTO and NEOM Launch ‘Tourism Experiences Of The Future’ Challenge
The ‘Tourism Experiences of the Future’ challenge will source innovative ideas and disruptive business models related to the tourism needs of the future, in line with growing demand for new experiences. All proposals must be aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals and should include the introduction or adaptation of digital and technological elements, as well as being focused at least one of the following areas:
Radisson Hotel Group doubles its presence in Makkah, Saudi Arabia by adding nearly 1000 keys in Thakher Makkah
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of three hotels within the Thakher Makkah megaproject, an urban development in the city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Further strengthening its presence across two brands, the Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Thakher City Tower West, the Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Thakher City Tower East and the Radisson Hotel Makkah Thakher City are set to open in Q4 2022. The new signings will add a total of 992 rooms and apartments, doubling the Group’s portfolio in Makkah, a key target growth market in Saudi Arabia. Despite the challenges due to the pandemic, Radisson Hotel Group is continuing its strong expansion as one of the fastest growing companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The House Hotel Jeddah CityYard, a lifestyle destination, opens next week
The House Hotel Jeddah CityYard, part of Jeddah's first lifestyle destination City Yard - a vibrant and connected community home to upscale gourmet venues, community events and entrepreneurial networking - is opening next week in the city's trendy commercial hub - Al-Rawdah.