Presented at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Duke at 125 Gala, the Founder of ADMAF and Abu Dhabi Festival becomes the Middle East’s first recipient of the prestigious award, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to jazz through education, philanthropy and advocacy. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates- The Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) announced that H.E. Huda Alkhamis-Kanoo, Founder of ADMAF and the Abu Dhabi Festival, has received the prestigious Ed Bradley Award for Leadership in Jazz, becoming the first-ever recipient from the Middle East to be honoured with this recognition. The award was presented to Her Excellency…
Author: Eat ‘N Stays
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia –-Cool Inc is excited to announce the comeback of Eats & Beats, the city’s most vibrant food and entertainment festival, which is now in its third edition. Set to take place at the iconic VIA Riyadh on May 9, 2025, the festival will celebrate two remarkable years of hospitality excellence at one of the Kingdom’s top dining and lifestyle venues. Get ready for an unforgettable night because Eats & Beats is returning and it’s bigger, bolder, and louder than ever! This exhilarating celebration combines the finest in gastronomy with sensational entertainment, featuring seven renowned restaurants — including…
· Growth has been achieved across all show verticals, including regional year-on-year upticks for the Middle East (19%), Asia (20%), Europe (17%) and Africa (21%) · The hotels segment has grown 12% year-on-year, with all international global hotel chains present at ATM 2025 · ATM Travel Tech has grown by over 26% this year, with more than 100 travel technology companies showcasing their latest innovations Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the leading global event for the travel and tourism sector, has welcomed more than 55,000 industry professionals from 166 countries, representing a 16% increase on…
Dubai, UAE — RIKAS Hospitality Group, renowned for its unmatched expertise in curating vibrant dining concepts across the region, proudly announces its new partnership with Delano Dubai. Under this exciting collaboration and as part of the wider partnership with Ennismore, RIKAS Hospitality Group will officially oversee the management and operation of the hotel’s seven signature dining venues, promising a reimagined culinary experience that blends innovation, flavour, and unparalleled service. This landmark partnership marks a significant step forward for both RIKAS Hospitality Group and Delano Dubai, known for its lifestyle-forward approach to hospitality. Guests can look forward to the same impeccable service,…
In an exclusive fireside chat on the Global Stage at ATM, Paul Griffiths, CEO Dubai Airports, provided an update on passenger numbers and outlined how innovations such as AI are transforming the airport experience In addition, a panel of experts discussed the emergence of the cruise industry in the region and strong worldwide growth Dubai, United Arab Emirates-: Sea and air travel have been under the spotlight at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) this week as the event welcomed international leaders from the aviation and cruise industries. Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, shared updates on the latest passenger numbers…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, April: In an unprecedented move, McDonald’s decided to remove its menu across all its restaurants in Saudi Arabia. The reason? To showcase the love people in Saudi Arabia have had for the brand for over 30 years. The kind of love where they don’t even need to look at the menu to order their favourite McDonald’s products. Speaking about the idea, Fayrouz Hassounah, Marketing & Comms lead, McDonald’s KSA, Western & Southern Regions & Tabuk said, “Over the past few years, a lot of fast-food joints have opened in Saudi Arabia offering different kinds of burgers –…
GUNPO, South Korea: : PROMETHEUS announced that it will participate in the Saudi Food Show 2025 (Booth No. F4-28). At the event, scheduled to be held in Riyadh on May 12-14, the company is expected to showcase its Halal and USDA-Organic certified decaffeinated South Korean ‘GRIN MOOD Matcha’ to target the Middle East market. Recently, the premium food market in Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East region has seen rapid growth due to increasing consumer demand for health-conscious and safe products, particularly those from South Korea. However, many South Korean products lacked Halal certification, presenting challenges for local consumers when making purchase decisions. PROMETHEUS…
Hospitality businesses urged to embrace circular practices to scale sustainability, while food waste and energy generation are positioned as critical levers for change Food services responsible for 28% of global food waste, 2024 UNEP report reveals The Future Stage at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 features thought-provoking discussions pushing the boundaries of entrepreneurship and technological advancements in travel Dubai, United Arab Emirates-: As travel companies face a growing array of challenges, from operational inefficiencies to increasing demand for sustainability, food waste has surfaced as an unavoidable issue within the travel and tourism industry. During the “What a Waste! How…
National strategies across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and wider Gulf region aim to balance rapid growth with inclusive, community-focused tourism Job creation, cultural authenticity, and local partnerships identified as growth enablers ATM 2025’s Global Stage provides a platform for strategic dialogue on sustainable destination planning Dubai, United Arab Emirates-: As tourism destinations in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) continue to grow, involving local communities in destination development has become increasingly vital for long-term success. Abu Dhabi’s Tourism Strategy 2030 aims for 39.3 million visitors per year, while Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 targets 150 million domestic and international visits, emphasising…
Dubai – Leading travel trade association UKinbound is delighted to return to Arabian Travel Market to host the UK’s stand, in collaboration with 16 tourism businesses from across the country. Alongside partners VisitBritain, these businesses will be exhibiting on-stand for the duration of the four-day event, showcasing their diverse UK product to buyers from across the Middle East, India and Africa. A full list of businesses exhibiting on the UK stand can be found at the end of the release. Delegates visiting the stand will hear why 2025 is a landmark year for the UK and the perfect time to visit,…