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Market Report Qatar

Travel & Tourism Set to Add a Record QAR 81BN to Qatar's Economy

The World Travel & Tourism Council's (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has revealed the Qatari Travel & Tourism sector reached new heights last year, with GDP contribution, jobs and domestic traveller spend all surpassing previous peaks.



Hotel Opening Kuwait

Arabella Beach Hotel, Vignette Collection Opens in Kuwait

IHG Hotels & Resorts introduces its first collection brand to Kuwait as opened on 6th May 2024. Located on the Arabian Gulf shoreline, the 195 room property marks the GCC region's second Vignette Collection, following Th8 Palm Dubai Beach Resort Vignette Collection opening in Summer this year.






Hotel Opening Saudi Arabia Jeddah

Jeddah EDITION Hotel Opens in Saudi Arabia

Located on the Jeddah Corniche - a 30km coastal resort area along the Red Sea - the urban resort is steps from the Jeddah Art Promenade, and a short drive from destinations like Al-Balad, a UNESCO Heritage site in the historic part of the city, and The Red Sea Mall


Accor Development Update

Accor Provides Update on Expansion in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar

Accor participated in the Future Hospitality Summit, which returned to Saudi Arabia this year, bringing together the Kingdom's leading industry experts. From 2022 to 2032, the growth rate in the GCC's tourism sector is projected to be 13.6% with a potential market value of 65.5 billion USD.


Hotel Development Saudi Arabia

Hotel Indigo & Residences Al Khobar to Open 2027 in Saudi Arabia

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Refad Real estate investment & development company part of Abdulhadi AlQahtani, sons group Company to bring Hotel Indigo & Residences Al Khobar to Saudi Arabia by September 2027.




Hotel Opening Morocco

Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle Opens in Morocco

Situated in the heart of the Gauthier district in Casablanca, the port city that fronts the Atlantic Ocean, the opening of Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle marks Radisson Hotel Group's second hotel in Casablanca and the ninth hotel opening in Morocco.



Market Report Dubai

Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr a Boost for Dubai Hotels

During Ramadan (11 March - 9 April), Dubai saw its highest daily occupancy levels on Friday, 29 March (at 78.9%), which coincided with the Easter holiday weekend. The market’s ADR levels peaked on Saturday, 30 March, at AED901.25.



Hotel Development Saudi Arabia

Ritz-Carlton Reserve to Open in Trojena, the Mountains of NEOM

Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with NEOM to open its second Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Saudi Arabia. Anticipated to open in Trojena, a year-round mountain destination located in the northwest region of the country, the property will offer a complete escape into a private world of luxury.




Hotel Development Egypt

Nobu Hotel and Restaurant East Cairo Announced

The signing marks Nobu's third venture in Egypt, following the unveiling of Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences in both West Cairo and North Coast Egypt last summer.



Market Report UAE

Travel & Tourism in the UAE Reaches New Heights, According to WTTC

Last year, the sector grew by more than a quarter (26%) to contribute a record-breaking AED 220BN to the UAE’s GDP representing 11.7% of the entire economy. This exceeded the previous record set in 2019 by almost 15% and underscores the sector’s pivotal role in the nation’s economic framework.


Management Appointment HVS

Reem Garash Joins HVS MEA As New Partner for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Reem, holding a Bachelor's degree in Banking and Finance and an MBA from Queens University of Charlotte, is recognized for her outstanding leadership and visionary approach. Her certification in hotel investment modeling equips her to drive growth and profitability across various hotel brands.