Taiba Investments will launch the new identity of its home-grown hospitality brand, Makarem, at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, during its participation in the forum taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from April 28 to May 1. Taiba Investments, the leading Saudi company in the hospitality sector, aims to showcase the evolution of Makarem Hotels, one of the Kingdom’s most prominent hospitality brands. The brand’s renewed vision blends heritage and innovation. Sultan bin Badr Al Otaibi, CEO of Taiba Investment, said: “The new identity goes beyond the visual aspect to encompass a comprehensive operational philosophy that includes developing…
Author: Eat ‘N Stays
Your Excellencies, Distinguished Ministers, Ladies and Gentlemen, It’s a pleasure to be here in Saudi Arabia. My thanks to Saudia Airlines for their hospitality. This is my first visit to the country, and I have to say, I’m impressed. The pace of change and ambition in Saudi aviation is remarkable. The sector is not just moving forward—it’s moving forward at speed. And that should make everyone in this room take notice. The numbers speak for themselves. According to a recent IATA study, aviation and aviation-related tourism contributed a staggering USD 90.6 billion to the Saudi economy—8.5% of GDP. That’s a…
Goose & Gander—Dubai’s newest London-style gastropub by Ishraq Hospitality and The McGettigan Group—will officially open at Holiday Inn Express Dubai Internet City in the first week of June, bringing London charm to the heart of the city. United Arab Emirates, Dubai – -: Ishraq Hospitality and McGettigan Group convened during Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 to confirm the much-anticipated opening of Goose & Gander, their joint venture concept located at Holiday Inn Express Dubai Internet City. Following the successful signing announcement last year, both partners have now revealed that the venue will officially open its doors in the first…
Earth Riyadh opening early Q3 2026 with 86 keys, a membership based co-working and wellbeing offering , along with rooftop day club. Earth Jeddah slated for Q4 2027 with 110 rooms, 179 serviced apartments part of a mixed use waterfront destination. Riyadh-: Earth Hotels, a conscious and design-forward hospitality group built for the modern, mindful traveler, is setting the stage for its bold new openings across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Europe. With a collective project value of over 202 million USD, tthe brand is pushing the boundaries of experiential hospitality through four distinctive urban resorts in Riyadh,…
Taking place from 4–13 December 2025, submissions are now open for filmmakers from Saudi Arabia, the Arab world, Africa, and Asia. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia -: Submissions for the 5th edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival (Red Sea IFF) are now officially open. The festival is set to take place from 4–13 December 2025 in the vibrant historic district of Al Balad, Jeddah. Filmmakers, producers, and distributors from Saudi Arabia, the Arab world, Africa, and Asia are invited to submit their films from now until 17 August 2025, with an early bird window running until 7 July 2025.…
Dubai- – Petal Ads, Huawei’s innovative mobile-first digital advertising platform, successfully showcased its AI-driven marketing solutions at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, which took place from April 28 to May 1 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. In a collaborative effort with the China Cultural Center in the UAE, Petal Ads highlighted how the latest advancements in AI and cross-device ecosystem technology are transforming tourism marketing strategies, with a focus on connecting businesses with the growing Chinese travel market. Under the slogan “Empower Tourism Marketing Through Cutting-Edge AI Solutions”, the stand visitors explored the transformative potential of AI-powered marketing…
Jeddah: Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO), the market leader in long-life (UHT) milk, tomato paste and ice cream, is proud to announce a strategic collaboration with SAP and NTT DATA, marking a major milestone in its digital transformation journey and commitment to long-term sustainability. SAP, a global leader in enterprise software, and its strategic partner NTT DATA-IGSA, a top global innovator in IT and business services, will provide cutting-edge ERP solutions and deep industry expertise to enable smarter, more efficient operations across SADAFCO’s value chain. Patrick Stillhart, CEO of SADAFCO, commented: “This collaboration reinforces our vision to build a…
The third and final season of Squid Game is approaching, and the newly released teaser trailer offers fans a first glimpse at the dramatic culmination of Netflix’s most popular show. The series remains Netflix’s most popular show to date and continues to captivate global audiences, smashing multiple records with its Season 2 return in December 2024. It broke the record for most views for a show in its premiere week and entered the Most Popular Non-English TV list in just three days; currently ranked #2 with 192.6 million views, second only to Season 1’s 265.2 million. Season 2 also became…
Jeddah – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the Value of Air Transport study for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at IATA Aviation Day MENA. The report quantifies the substantial benefits that aviation (including aviation-related tourism) generates in terms of jobs and economic activity in the Kingdom. Highlights from 2023 data show that aviation supports and facilitates: USD 90.6 billion of economic activity (total impact including wider supply chain, employee spending, and tourism activities), equal to 8.5% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) 1.4 million jobs (total impact including wider supply chain, employee spending, and tourism activities), 62,000 of which…
Cairo: Recognizing its leadership in SDG 2 impact, the Egyptian Food Bank has been awarded the 2025 Humanthropy Award for its role in fighting hunger and addressing food insecurity. The award recognizes the impactful programs and initiatives of the Egyptian Food Bank that contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly through the establishment of an integrated system to combat hunger and ensure food security. The Egyptian Food Bank’s approach includes the design of scientifically grounded, impact-assessed nutritional development programs tailored to the most vulnerable segments of society. It also focuses on empowering capable individuals both socially…