Gulf hospitality leaders discuss future of sustainability, ESG
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
Senior sustainability and operations leaders from some of the Gulf’s most influential hospitality brands, including Rotana, Taiba and Five Hotels & Resorts, came together at an exclusive industry forum in Dubai to discuss the sector’s evolving approach to sustainability and ESG performance.
Wellness, longevity emerge as key drivers of hospitality investment: FHS
Tue, 22 Sep 2026
Wellness and longevity are reshaping global travel and hospitality, as investors increasingly view wellbeing as a growing revenue opportunity and real estate asset class. Experts say preventative healthcare, personalised experiences and evolving traveller expectations are driving hospitality investment.
Abu Dhabi moves to promote healthier food choices across tourism sector
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has signed a collaboration agreement with Healthy Living, Abu Dhabi’s government-led movement supporting longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives, to promote healthier food choices across the emirate’s tourism and hospitality sector.
Dubai launches two new sustainability courses for tourism, hospitality sector
Wed, 16 Sep 2026
Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has launched two new sustainability courses designed to strengthen practical training for tourism and hospitality professionals as the emirate continues to embed responsible practices across its visitor economy.
Emaar showcases expanding hospitality and leisure portfolio
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Emaar Hospitality is showcasing the continued evolution, growth, and diversification of its hospitality and leisure portfolio - From the refined luxury of Address Hotels + Resorts and Palace Hotels + Resorts to the contemporary, design-led energy of Vida Hotels and Resorts - at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 in Dubai.
STORY Hospitality unveils next phase of growth at ATM 2026
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
Abu Dhabi-based hospitality management group STORY Hospitality will showcase its latest developments and growth strategy at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, taking place from September 14-17 at Dubai World Trade Centre.
Cheval Collection names cluster sales director for Dubai properties
Thu, 10 Sep 2026
Cheval Collection, a UK-based luxury hospitality company with a growing number of properties in the Middle East, has appointed Robert Nicolas, an industry veteran with two decades’ experience in hospitality, as the Cluster Director of Sales for its two serviced apartment properties in Dubai.
UAE hospitality sector poised for sustained growth despite headwinds: report
Tue, 11 Aug 2026
The UAE hospitality sector remains resilient despite 2026 headwinds, supported by Dubai’s AED2.5 billion relief package. Hotel stock reached 159,300 rooms in Dubai and 33,650 in Abu Dhabi in Q2, with further expansion expected, JLL’s latest report said.
UAE hotel occupancy down 27.7%, Dubai sees steepest decline
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
The UAE’s hospitality market experienced a challenging first half of 2026 as regional disruptions impacted international travel demand and airline operations. The hotel occupancy rates across the country plunged 27.7% with Dubai recording the sharpest declines, said a report.
21 Emiratis complete DCT Abu Dhabi hospitality development bootcamp
Mon, 27 Jul 2026
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has marked the completion of its inaugural UAE Bootcamp Career Builder Recognition Programme, with 21 young Emirati hospitality professionals graduating from an intensive leadership course at Les Roches Marbella hospitality school in Spain.
Marjan, Wynn Resorts break ground on Janu Al Marjan Island
Mon, 27 Jul 2026
Marjan and Wynn Resorts have broken ground on Janu Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, marking the start of construction on the emirate’s first Janu destination, a luxury hospitality and branded residential project scheduled to open in 2029.
EWEC seals strategic partnership with Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi
Thu, 23 Jul 2026
Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has entered into a strategic partnership with Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi, a five-star boutique lifestyle hotel from top hospitality group Hyatt, to power the property with clean energy, verified through Clean Energy Certificates.
Vatel Bahrain launches summer hospitality programme for youth
Thu, 23 Jul 2026
Vatel Bahrain has launched “Explore Hospitality,” a two-week summer programme aimed at introducing young people aged 15 to 18 to career opportunities in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
Gulf hospitality sector recovery to begin in Q4, but likely gradual
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
The Gulf hospitality sector is expected to begin recovering in the fourth quarter of 2026 as geopolitical tensions ease, although hotel occupancy is unlikely to return to pre-war levels before the end of 2027, according to S&P Global Ratings.
Radisson Hotel Group signs/opens 160 hotels in H1
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Radisson Hotel Group continued to accelerate its growth strategy in the first half of 2026, signing and opening 160 hotels, representing more than 22,000 keys.
Star, Hilton forge partnership to develop Saudi hospitality talent
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
Star, a human capability development company headquartered in Riyadh, and global hospitality group Hilton have announced a strategic partnership dedicated to human capital development within Saudi Arabia's hospitality industry.
Saudi Arabia signs MoUs with global hotels to train hospitality talent abroad
Wed, 08 Jul 2026
The Saudi Arabia Ministry of Tourism has signed a series of memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with leading global hotel brands to launch the “Hospitality Ambassadors” programme, an initiative aimed at strengthening the Kingdom’s hospitality workforce through international on-the-job training (OJT).
Vatel Bahrain, Hilton Bahrain City Centre forge hospitality talent partnership
Tue, 07 Jul 2026
Vatel Bahrain has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences to strengthen collaboration in hospitality education and workforce development.
Sheraton Kuwait celebrates 60 years of hospitality legacy
Tue, 07 Jul 2026
Sheraton Kuwait Hotel has marked its 60th anniversary, celebrating six decades as a landmark in Kuwait’s hospitality sector. Opened in 1966, the hotel was the first Sheraton property outside the US, the first international hotel in Kuwait, and the first Marriott International-managed hotel in the Middle East and Africa.
Abu Dhabi launches over 100 summer experiences with free stays for kids
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Abu Dhabi has unveiled its My Summer #InAbuDhabi campaign, featuring more than 100 experiences and special offers across hospitality, dining, retail, attractions, culture and wellness.
Ascott to open villa community in Riyadh by Q4 2026
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Ascott Limited will open Ascott Villas Riyadh in Q4 2026, its first Saudi villa community. The 86-villa project supports regional expansion and targets families and long-stay guests near Riyadh’s Hittin district and KAFD.