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30/07/2025

In today’s world of rising operational complexity, AI isn’t a replacement, it’s a partner.

Meet Nishan Silva, Regional GM of Accor () Dubai & Emirates North, and discover how Accor’s AI‑powered automation ecosystem is transforming how hotels operate across the region:
•Centralising repetitive tasks like HR workflows and compliance tracking
•Freeing teams to focus on guest connections and operational excellence
•Blending scalability through shared services with local soul at each property

It’s not about replacing human intuition, it’s about empowering it.
Because in hospitality, emotion still leads the experience.

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24/07/2025

In today’s crowded hospitality scene, luxury is no longer just about lavish lobbies or ocean views, it’s about meaning, memory, and moments that truly connect.

David Wilson (), General Manager of Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah (), shares why modern travellers crave personalised experiences, authentic design, and human-led service over flashy gimmicks.

From cultural storytelling to values-driven hospitality and leadership that empowers from within, it’s the small, intentional touches that transform a stay into a legacy.

True luxury? It’s not about impressing everyone. It’s about staying true to who you are, and leaving guests feeling more themselves than when they arrived.

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21/07/2025

Some ideas need time to marinate. Dinner At 8 was one of them.

We launched our very first supper club series in partnership with , creating an intimate space for chefs and industry leaders to connect through slow, meaningful conversation over exceptional food. No stage, no spotlight, just shared stories, honest dialogue, and the kind of community that makes hospitality unforgettable.

Thank you to the chefs who showed up, the team who brought it to life, and the visionaries who believe that powerful ideas are best served warm, over dinner.

Let’s raise a glass to bold ideas, full tables, and the people behind the plates.

17/07/2025

In a world driven by algorithms, hospitality brands must lead with purpose, not pressure.

From front desk to feed, every interaction builds trust. Inspired by HH Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, op-ed, we’re breaking down 4 principles that help hospitality leaders show up online with clarity, care, and intention.

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11/07/2025

In this issue, we sit down with Hani Selim (), General Manager at Kempinski Hotel & Residence Palm Jumeirah (), to explore a vision of luxury that’s less about extravagance and more about intention, where intuitive service and emotional intelligence redefine the guest experience. We also get an inside look at Rixos Tersane Istanbul (), a cultural landmark reshaping the Golden Horn with design, discovery, and depth.

In Dubai, Seven Sports Bar () at NH Collection The Palm () proves that a sports bar can be much more than a place to catch a match, it’s become a venue where energy, hospitality, and community collide, and was rightly crowned Best Sports Bar at this year’s Big Nightlife Awards.

Speaking of which, the region’s nightlife stars took center stage last month as we celebrated the innovators and icons who light up our nights. From standout bars to the people behind the scenes, The Big Nightlife Awards 2025 was a tribute to creativity, consistency, and pure nightlife magic.

Whether you’re flipping through these pages poolside, in between meetings, or planning your next city break, thank you for making us part of your journey. Here’s to summer, to good stories, and to the people who keep raising the bar.

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10/07/2025

Nominations are now OPEN!

The search is on for the Top 40 Hospitality Heavyweights of 2025, the leaders redefining what hospitality looks like across the Middle East.

Whether you’re a CEO, VP, GM, or a senior decision-maker, this is your chance to be recognised among the most influential changemakers in the region.

Nominate yourself or a peer now!
Be seen. Be celebrated. Be one of 2025’s Top 40.

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02/07/2025

How do you build wellness that actually works?

Christian Kiefer (), CEO & Founder of Spa Wellness Project Management, believes it starts with intention, and ends with transformation.

In this feature, Kiefer shares how he’s reshaping the region’s wellness landscape through long-term partnerships, technology-forward designs, and a strong focus on sustainability and guest personalization. From cruise ships to global spa innovation awards, his journey is as rooted in business acumen as it is in heart.

Now leading projects with JW Marriott (), Hilton (), and Rayya Wellness (), his mission is clear: to create wellness that is scalable, ethical, and deeply human.

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01/07/2025

In Holsten’s () latest launch across the Kingdom, the global icon Georgina Rodríguez () swaps red carpets for Riyadh convenience stores, adding a playful twist to what it means to “treat yourself.”

The campaign leans into everyday rituals, local curiosity, and the subtle charm of rumour culture. Shot entirely in Saudi Arabia, it reflects a shift in how brands connect: through storylines that feel rooted, familiar, and a little unexpected.

Rodríguez’s presence brings global reach, but it’s the local energy and light-hearted storytelling that makes this campaign stand out.

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29/06/2025

Traveling solo can be incredibly empowering, and with the right hotel, it’s also luxurious and seamless.

This feature rounds up the top luxury hotels in the Middle East that are perfect for female solo travellers. These properties combine safety, comfort, world-class amenities, and even a spa day or two.

Whether you’re seeking culture, wellness, or city comfort, these curated stays are designed to support and elevate the solo female travel experience.

💬 Have you stayed at any of these? Or do you have another favourite to recommend? Let us know below!

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26/06/2025

From dusty construction sites to digital strategy suites, Zineb El Fakir has built a career on instinct, storytelling, and soul.

As the Director of Marketing at NH Collection Dubai The Palm (), Zineb’s journey began as a child chasing her engineer father across hotel construction zones. Years later, she’s redefining hospitality marketing, not as a numbers game, but a narrative.

💬 “Marketing isn’t about selling. It’s about feeling.”

In this exclusive feature, Zineb shares how she transformed bold ideas into award-winning campaigns, why she values faces over metrics, and how grit and grace shaped her rise in the industry.

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