Cayo Guillermo Resort Kempinski set to debut in Cuba this year

Kempinski Hotels and Grupo de Turismo Gaviota have signed a management contract for Cayo Guillermo Resort Kempinski, the first five-star luxury resort complex in Cuba.

Vienna House snaps up arcona Group portfolio

Austrian hotel group Vienna House has bought 17 city hotels from Rostock-based arcona Group. The deal also includes two projects on route to fruition. In the future, arcona plans to focus on the holiday hotel business.

Homes & Villas by Marriott International takes company into rental market

Marriott International has revealed Homes & Villas by Marriott International, a home rental initiative offering 2,000 premium and luxury homes. Properties are located in over 100 destinations throughout the United States, Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America.

Hyatt Hotels reveals plans for Andaz Dubai the Palm in Dubai

Hyatt Hotels has announced today that an affiliate has entered into a management agreement with wasl Asset Management Group for the development of an Andaz branded hotel on the Palm Jumeirah.

Champions League football comes to Fairmont Dubai

Fairmont Dubai – the industry leading hotel in the United Arab Emirates – will host two VIP screenings of the Champions League semi-finals this week. As Arabian Travel Market reaches its conclusion in Dubai, delegates are invited to attend the special event.

Champions League football comes to Fairmont Dubai

Fairmont Dubai – the industry leading hotel in the United Arab Emirates – will host two VIP screenings of the Champions League semi-finals this week. As Arabian Travel Market reaches its conclusion in Dubai, delegates are invited to attend the special event.

Jumeirah Group welcomes three new celebrity chefs to Burj al Arab

With a focus on delivering culinary sensations like no other, the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah has added three new chefs to the its current collection of ten celebrity restaurants: Francky Semblat; Kim Joinie-Maurin; and Kasper Kurdahl.

Champions League football comes to Fairmont Dubai

Fairmont Dubai – the industry leading hotel in the United Arab Emirates – will host two VIP screenings of the Champions League semi-finals this week. As Arabian Travel Market reaches its conclusion in Dubai, delegates are invited to attend the special event.

Champions League football comes to Fairmont Dubai

Fairmont Dubai – the industry leading hotel in the United Arab Emirates – will host two VIP screenings of the Champions League semi-finals this week. As Arabian Travel Market reaches its conclusion in Dubai, delegates are invited to attend the special event.

Radisson Hotel Group signs trio of properties in Madagascar

The agreement consists of two hotel conversions and one hotel under construction, with all three hotels scheduled to open in 2020. The group remains on track to reach 130 hotels and more than 23,000 rooms across the continent by 2022.

Sofitel the Palm Dubai claims top accolade

Sofitel the Palm Dubai has been recognised with the title of Hotel Team Of The Year at the Leaders In Hospitality Awards, beating stiff competition from across the region.

ATM 2019: Jannah Hotels & Resorts launches new loyalty scheme

Jannah Hotels & Resorts has introduced a new loyalty and rewards program, entitled Jannah eliteclub. The new system offers real time bookings, unlimited discounts, savings and complimentary vouchers to members.

ATM 2019: Palm Jumeriah properties steal limelight in Dubai

With Arabian Travel Market getting underway in Dubai, properties from across the iconic Palm Jumeirah are welcoming delegates to the preeminent trade show for the Middle East hospitality sector

ATM 2019: Palm Jumeriah properties steal limelight in Dubai

With Arabian Travel Market getting underway in Dubai, properties from across the iconic Palm Jumeirah are welcoming delegates to the preeminent trade show for the Middle East hospitality sector

ATM 2019: Palm Jumeriah properties steal limelight in Dubai

With Arabian Travel Market getting underway in Dubai, properties from across the iconic Palm Jumeirah are welcoming delegates to the preeminent trade show for the Middle East hospitality sector

ATM 2019: Central Hotels to showcase Palm Jumeirah offering

Central Hotels is preparing a strong presence at the Arabian Travel Market 2019 with several announcements lined up for the show. Arabian Travel Market will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from April 28th-May 1st.

ATM 2019: Time Hotels outlines ambitious expansion plans in Middle East

Time Hotels is set to announce plans to open five new properties across the Middle East during 2019 – as it targets 35 properties by 2025. The properties, which will see the growth and launch of existing as well as new Time Hotel brands to key territories throughout the region, will be unveiled during Arabian Travel Market.

ATM 2019: First & Foremost Travel Connection launches new booking system

Dubai-based hospitality and travel group First & Foremost Travel Connection is launching a dynamic business-to-business hotel booking system at Arabian Travel Market.

ATM 2019: Emaar Hospitality Group unveils plans for five new hotels

Emaar Hospitality Group will be showcasing its extensive portfolio of operational and upcoming hotel projects in the UAE and international markets at Arabian Travel Market, the region’s leading travel and tourist industry event.

ATM 2019: Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai to showcase offering at industry leading event

Arabian Travel Market will display new developments, destinations, offers and technologies which attracts over 2,800 exhibiting companies to meet and do business professionals within the UAE travel industry.

Palm Jumeriah properties celebrate night of success at World Travel Awards

A number of properties on the iconic Palm Jumeriah have celebrated a night of success at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony. The elite of the Arabian travel industry gathered for the event at the new Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to find out who among them had been crowned the best in the region, with Palm-based hotels taking some of the top prizes.

Palm Jumeriah properties celebrate night of success at World Travel Awards

A number of properties on the iconic Palm Jumeriah have celebrated a night of success at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony. The elite of the Arabian travel industry gathered for the event at the new Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to find out who among them had been crowned the best in the region, with Palm-based hotels taking some of the top prizes.

Accor seeks to leverage portfolio for Africa growth

Accor is seeking to fast-track its development plans in Africa, leveraging its expanded portfolio to consolidate its leadership position in the north and west of the continent. The France-based group is taking a leading role in Africa’s evolving hospitality landscape.

Rosewood unveils plans for Ningbo, China, property in 2024

One of China’s oldest cities, Ningbo has both a storied international trading history and a contemporary culture of dynamic innovation that combined provide a perfect backdrop for Rosewood’s newest project.

MR&H to return to Greece this autumn

Now in its fifth year, the Mediterranean Resort & Hotel Real Estate Forum will return to Greece for the second year in succession this October. The event, hosted by Questex, is dedicated to the investment, development and operation of resorts and hotels within the Mediterranean region.

Tata Harper debuts in Cyprus following Anassa deal

Anassa will welcome the all-natural skincare brand Tata Harper at its multi-award-winning Thalassa spa this summer. The location is one of only a handful of places in Europe – and the first in Cyprus – to offer a full Tata Harper spa menu and selection of exclusive treatments. 

Tata Harper debuts in Cyprus following Anassa deal

Anassa will welcome the all-natural skincare brand Tata Harper at its multi-award-winning Thalassa spa this summer. The location is one of only a handful of places in Europe – and the first in Cyprus – to offer a full Tata Harper spa menu and selection of exclusive treatments. 

First Roma Dolce opens to guests in Italy

Dolce is the newest addition to the First Experience, which joins three distinctly unique hotels together and emboldens guests to experience the city as true locals.

AHIF 2019: Investment into South African hospitality sector set for further disruption

JLL has released its SA Hotel Investment Outlook report for 2019 at the AHIF Cape Town Briefing, forecasting that R1.9 billion will be invested into new hotels in the country this year.

Dusit Doha Hotel takes brand into Qatar

With a view to capture a major market share in Qatar’s hospitality sector, Dusit International is set to make its debut in the country with the launch of Dusit Doha Hotel today.

ATM 2019: Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai to showcase offering at industry leading event

Arabian Travel Market will display new developments, destinations, offers and technologies which attracts over 2,800 exhibiting companies to meet and do business professionals within the UAE travel industry.

ATM 2019: Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai to showcase offering at industry leading event

Arabian Travel Market will display new developments, destinations, offers and technologies which attracts over 2,800 exhibiting companies to meet and do business professionals within the UAE travel industry.

ATM 2019: Emaar Hospitality Group unveils plans for five new hotels

Emaar Hospitality Group will be showcasing its extensive portfolio of operational and upcoming hotel projects in the UAE and international markets at Arabian Travel Market, the region’s leading travel and tourist industry event.

AHIF 2019: Major chains grow operations in Africa

AHIF is the premier hotel investment conference in Africa, attracting many prominent international hotel owners, investors, financiers, management companies and their advisers.

ATM 2019: First & Foremost Travel Connection launches new booking system

Dubai-based hospitality and travel group First & Foremost Travel Connection is launching a dynamic business-to-business hotel booking system at Arabian Travel Market.

AHIF 2019: Major chains grow operations in Africa

AHIF is the premier hotel investment conference in Africa, attracting many prominent international hotel owners, investors, financiers, management companies and their advisers.

Get Shipwrecked in Atlantis with rock band busted

Following the success of rock band Busted’s music video and track Shipwrecked in Atlantis, which was recently filmed at Atlantis, the Palm, the ocean-themed resort is offering travel agents the chance visit.

Indian Hotels Company signs for latest Taj property

The Indian Hotels Company has announced the signing of a Taj hotel in Ahmedabad. It will be the fourteenth IHCL-branded hotel in the state of Gujarat. Strategically located on Sindhubhavan Marg, the hotel is spread over 1.4 acres of land.

Four Seasons unveils plans for new private jet

A new A321LR aircraft, part of the new Airbus neo family, is being fully customised by Four Seasons and tailored to the continually evolving vision of its industry-first jet experience.

ATM 2019: First & Foremost Travel Connection launch new booking system

Dubai-based hospitality and travel group company First & Foremost Travel Connection is launching a dynamic business-to-business hotel booking system at Arabian Travel Market.

Nasimi Beach kicks off summer at Atlantis, the Palm

Nasimi Beach is kicking off summer in style with Dubai’s ultimate retro party, featuring the best throwback tunes, tasty treats, free-flowing beverages and lashings of sunshine.

Ascott launches technological overhaul as expansion continues

Ascott aims to drive revenue growth, improve operational efficiency and enhance value to its customers and business partners through a comprehensive front-to-backend systems makeover.

ATM 2019: Time Hotels outlines ambitious expansion plans in Middle East

Time Hotels is set to announce plans to open five new properties across the Middle East during 2019 – as it targets 35 properties by 2025. The properties, which will see the growth and launch of existing as well as new Time Hotel brands to key territories throughout the region, will be unveiled during Arabian Travel Market.

Diller Scofidio + Renfro appointed design architects on Drew Las Vegas

Moving toward a second quarter 2022 opening of Drew Las Vegas, global real estate developer Witkoff has announced Diller Scofidio + Renfro as the design architect for the project.

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi to open in July

The all-villa resort spans across three private islands, providing secluded enclaves and a tranquil escape for discerning travellers complete with a plethora of activities for guests of all generations.

Page Hotels to debut in London this autumn

Positioned on St Martin’s Lane, with unspoilt views of Trafalgar Square, Page8 will open later this year. This flagship London opening follows in quick succession from the brand’s first hotel launch, in Hong Kong, in January.

Soloff handed marketing role at Six Senses New York ahead of 2020 opening

Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has announced the appointment of Rebecca Soloff as director of sales and marketing at Six Senses New York. The location will become the group’s first North American property and is currently under development.

Revamped Dusit Princess Residences Dubai Marina to open this month

Dusit International has signed a franchise agreement with Al Masar Hotel Management to upgrade the former Dusit Residence Dubai Marina to the Dusit Princess Residences Dubai Marina.

Accor bullish as company releases first quarter results

Accor has reported consolidated first-quarter revenue of €987 million for the first three months of financial 2019, up 34.2 per cent. On a like-for-like basis, revenue was up 8.8 per cent.

Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel offers free genetic testing

The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel is offering guests a chance to explore their genetic makeup during an enlightening stay.