Unwind in Style with Exclusive Eid Offers by the Red Sea Jeddah : Set against the simmering backdrop of the Red Sea, Rosewood Jeddah offers authentic Arabian hospitality and contemporary elegance, making for the perfect break. This Eid-al-Adha Rosewood Jeddah invites guests to mark the occasion with an indulgent staycation designed for families and couples looking to unwind. From 29 May to 14 June, guests can enjoy up to 20% savings on room rates, paired with exclusive experiences and family-friendly perks. Whether you’re looking to relax, recharge, or celebrate with loved ones, Rosewood Jeddah offers a refined escape this Eid…
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With more than two decades of industry expertise, Satli joins TIME Hotels to lead commercial expansion and strategic partnerships as part of the company’s rebranded portfolio and target of 100 properties by 2030 Dubai : TIME Hotels, the UAE-headquartered hospitality brand, has announced the appointment of Fares Satli as its Director of Business Development, strengthening the company’s senior leadership during a period of growth. The announcement comes as TIME Hotels pursues a multi-brand expansion strategy, with 12 new openings planned by Q1 2026 and a long-term objective of reaching 100 properties worldwide within the next five years. A seasoned executive…
Shangri-La Group’s Chairman Hui Kuok (third from right), was joined by two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett (third from left), acclaimed actresses Tang Wei (second from left) and Carina Lau (second from right), celebrated ballerina Tan Yuan Yuan (first from left), and renowned pianist Lang Lang (first from right) at the grand opening ceremony of The Silk Lakehouse, Shangri-La Hangzhou, the flagship property of the newly launched Shangri-La Signatures collection. Shangri-La Group (“Shangri-La”) proudly announces the official launch of its new ultra-luxury brand, Shangri-La Signatures, with the grand opening of its inaugural property: The Silk Lakehouse, Shangri-La Hangzhou. Set on the tranquil shores…
Singapore – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment of Sheldon Hee as Regional Vice President, Asia-Pacific, effective 1 June 2025. Based in Singapore, Hee will lead IATA in the Asia-Pacific, a region covering 39 countries and home to 53 IATA member airlines. Hee brings over 25 years of experience in the airline industry. He has held various management roles at Singapore Airlines in Singapore, Japan, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Prior to joining IATA, Hee was the airline’s Vice President for Partnerships and International Relations. “Having spent my professional life in an airline, I am humbled and…
• The agency’s office in Saudi Arabia combines Ruder Finn and Atteline, building on a near decade of MENA operations, and strengthening its offering in the Kingdom • The regional headquarters in Saudi Arabia will announce several local partnerships, educational initiatives, and programs aligned with Vision 2030 this year to further bolster its KSA presence Riyadh : Ruder Finn, the global integrated marketing and communications consultancy, announces its fully combined office and regional headquarter in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, following the successful acquisition of Atteline, now operating as Ruder Finn Atteline in the region. This milestone development builds on nearly ten…
Dubai : tpay, the leading payment connector, has appointed Marouane Bakhtar as Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this pivotal role, Marouane will oversee and manage day-to-day operations, including engineering and commercial functions, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with the company’s strategic objectives. He will collaborate closely with the executive leadership team to drive growth, enhance efficiency, and support the execution of tpay’s long-term vision. “We’re pleased to welcome Marouane to tpay management,” said Işık Uman, Group CEO of tpay. “I believe that he will bring a wealth of experience in operational execution that aligns perfectly with our goal to deliver…
Netflix and AFAC Celebrate Women in Film with a showcase at the Arab Media Forum Dubai : Netflix, in partnership with the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture (AFAC), concluded its Women in Film: Bring Your Story to Life program with a special showcase event held under the patronage of the Dubai Films and Games Commission at the Arab Media Summit. The program, an initiative under Netflix’s Fund for Creative Equity, culminated in an event where participants presented their short films to an audience of industry leaders and members of the press. Designed to create opportunities for Arab women filmmakers…
Al-Khobar : The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province is ‘one of the most promising destinations on the national tourism map’, and enabling high-impact tourism projects in the region will help deliver world-class experiences that will enhance Saudi Arabia’s global appeal and contribute to the sector’s growth in line with Saudi Vision 2030. That’s the view of the CEO of the Tourism Development Fund (TDF), Mr. Qusai Al-Fakhri, who this week visited several flagship tourism projects in Al-Khobar as part of the Fund’s ongoing efforts to monitor project progress and assess readiness in alignment with the objectives of the National…
Enriched collaboration with Seven Tides cements the group’s position as the leading operator on the Trunk of Palm Jumeirah. Dubai : Minor Hotels, a global hotel owner, operator and investor, has signed a strategic hotel management agreement for a prominent beachfront property on Dubai’s iconic Palm West Beach in collaboration with valued partners, Seven Tides. Effective by 1st August 2025, the addition of this new resort and serviced residences—currently operating as Dukes The Palm, a Royal Hideaway Hotel—to Minor Hotels’ managed portfolio further strengthens the group’s growing footprint in the United Arab Emirates and establishes it as the largest operator on the…
Dubai Spanning 53,000sqm and uniting more than 900 exhibitors from 90 countries, the co-located shows INDEX, The Hotel Show, and WORKSPACE are expected to attract some 30,000 industry professionals eager to explore the latest trends, products, and innovations reshaping MENA’s design and hospitality sectors. The three-day mega series will begin from May 27 and run until May 29, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), positioning Dubai as the MENA region’s gateway for global design and hospitality connections. “As a dynamic platform at the heart of the region, Dubai empowers the design and hospitality community to collaborate, innovate, and unlock…