Radisson Hotel Group has promoted Elie Milky to Chief Development Officer for Middle East, Cyprus, and Greece, reinforcing its commitment to double the wider regional portfolio to over 150 hotels and 50,000 keys in operation and under development by 2030. Milky, who marked 15 years with the company last month, has steered many of the Group’s headline deals across Saudi Arabia and the wider Gulf, helping make the Middle East one of Radisson’s fastest-growing markets. Under Milky’s leadership, Radisson is scaling its Development and Feasibility teams, adding specialist analysts and project managers to enhance deal sourcing, underwriting, and technical support.…
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-Armenia and Hong Kong Take the Lead Among Visa-Free Travel Destinations for Saudi Travelers Searches for select visa‑free destinations surged by strong double‑digit rates year‑on‑year Saudi travelers are increasingly favoring visa-free or visa-on-arrival destinations that offer not only convenience but also meaningful cultural experiences. According to recent travel insights, Armenia recorded the highest year-on-year surge in search volume at 98.96%, followed closely by Hong Kong SAR (96.66%), the Philippines (62.86%), and South Korea (60.24%). The data reflects a notable shift in Saudi travel preferences. Travelers are moving away from traditional leisure-focused tourism and opting instead for shorter, more immersive…
Jeddah: Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO) has officially released its 2024 Sustainability Report, reaffirming its long-term commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. Themed “Empowering Sustainable Change for a Healthier Future,” the report highlights how SADAFCO is delivering on ambitious sustainability goals in line with Saudi Vision 2030. “Sustainability is not a side initiative — it’s the core of how we lead and grow at SADAFCO,” said Patrick Stillhart, CEO of SADAFCO. “In 2024, we delivered real results: saving 113 million liters of water in factories, established clean energy tests for EV’s and hydrogen-powered truck pilots, accelerating developments…
Newly launched brands aim to fulfil evolving traveller and owner needs and drive the hospitality group’s sustainable growth Bangkok : Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator with more than 560 properties across 57 countries, announces the strategic expansion of its brand portfolio with the addition of four new hotel brands, including the group’s first soft brands. The newly launched brands will support Minor Hotels’ continued growth by enabling it to expand into new markets and provide distinctive hospitality offerings across the luxury, premium and select segments. The new brands include: The Wolseley Hotels Rooted in the heritage…
IDeaS G3 Revenue Management System will be implemented at four Elaf Group properties in Madinah, Riyadh and Jeddah Dubai : IDeaS, a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, has announced a new partnership with Elaf Group, a local leading hotel group in Saudi Arabia, for the implementation of IDeaS’ G3 Revenue Management System across an initial four hotels in the Elaf Group portfolio. With this agreement, IDeaS continues to expand its footprint in Saudi Arabia whose ambitious Vision 2030 goals include 362,000 new hotels rooms by 2030 under the Kingdom’s US$110 billion…
Diyar Ajwa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is expected to open later this year Hilton to debut lifestyle brand in the Kingdom with a locally inspired property in the heart of Madinah RIYADH : Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of Diyar Ajwa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, in partnership with Al Musbah Group – marking the debut of the lifestyle Tapestry Collection brand in Saudi Arabia. Expected to open later in 2025, the new signing reinforces Hilton’s continued expansion in the Kingdom and adds to its growing presence in one of the world’s most significant religious tourism destinations. With this…
Dubai : Dubai Airports has launched DXB Greet & Go, a new smart pickup service at Dubai International (DXB) Terminal 3. Designed for guests arriving in Dubai with pre-booked hotel, limousine, or tour operator services, this new solution replaces traditional guest paging with a seamless, technology-enabled experience. With DXB Greet & Go, guests arriving at Terminal 3 can simply scan a unique QR code at the designated kiosk to view details of their assigned driver and vehicle, including parking location and car registration number. They are then guided by multilingual employees directly to their assigned driver and vehicle, ensuring a smooth…
More than 5,600 professionals, 100+ exhibitors, and 90+ speakers gathered for MEES 2025, culminating in a spectacular celebration of talent and creativity at the Middle East Event Awards Dubai : The 16th edition of the Middle East Event Show (MEES) drew to a powerful close, reinforcing its standing as the region’s premier platform for live events, experiences, and MICE innovation. For the first time hosted at Sheikh Maktoum Hall, Dubai World Trade Centre, MEES 2025 delivered a dynamic blend of thought leadership, cutting-edge showcases, and unmatched networking, attracting over 5,600 attendees from across the globe. The show officially opened on…
Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India (GJEPC), which is India’s apex export body for the gem and jewellery sector in association with Consulate General of India, Jeddah hosted the first leg of the Curtain Raiser for the Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition (SAJEX) 2025 at the Ritz Carlton, Jeddah on July 6, 2025. The launch event was graced by Mr. Fahad Ahmed Khan Suri, Consul General of India in Jeddah; Eng. Raed Ibrahim Almudaiheem, First Vice Chairman of the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce; Mr. Sheikh Ali Batarfi Al Kindi – President of the Jeddah Jewellery Association, along with Mr.…
From dazzling stage shows and musical parades to live entertainment and mega raffles for all ages, DSS 2025 turns every mall visit into a summer well spent Dubai : Malls across Dubai are turning up the fun this Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2025, inviting families, friends and fun-seekers of all ages to dive into a packed programme of live performances, thrilling activations, and spectacular prizes. Promising a summer well spent with something new and value-packed to experience every day, this year’s line-up of mall events and activations bring more energy, more entertainment, and more reasons to head to citywide…