Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 24 January, 2018 3:56 pm

Saudi Hoteliers Need to Take the App Approach to Guest Experience

Hoteliers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia need to embrace digital platforms if they want to keep their guests happy, according to a new survey from Avaya (NYSE:AVYA). Saudi travelers are more keen on using hotel mobile apps than their counterparts in other GCC countries, according to the survey,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 24 January, 2018 12:55 pm

Relocating lion cubs and endangered penguins to their new home, Turkish Cargo keeps protecting the wildlife

By a well-done operation, Turkish Cargo relocated Humboldt Penguins, one of the eleven penguin species threatened with extinction due to unfavorable circumstances resulting from the climate change, to the Public Oceanic Aquarium in China from the Riga Zoo.   The thriving sub-brand of the ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 24 January, 2018 6:55 am

Arjaan by Rotana Continues the Pursuit of Service Excellence

Arjaan by Rotana, Dubai’s finest hotel apartments located in Media City designed for modern business travelers and stay-in guests, boasts 16 premium suites that deliver a remarkable experience of comfort and luxury.   Featuring 1 bedroom apartment measuring 81sqm and two bedroom...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 24 January, 2018 6:43 am

GCC to welcome 2.5 million Chinese visitors by 2021

Chinese arrivals to the GCC will increase 21% to 2021, rising to 2.5 million visitors annually, according to data released ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2018, which takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre from April 22-25.   Published by Colliers International, the data predicts Saudi...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 23 January, 2018 9:02 am

Uber Eats to add Riyadh and Cairo to its menu soon

Four years after making safe, reliable and affordable rides available at the touch of a button, Uber today announced its continued investment in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) with the forthcoming launch of Uber Eats in Saudi Arabia and Egypt.   The global food delivery app - that...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 23 January, 2018 7:29 am

Dubai celebrates the opening of the long-awaited Casper & Gambini’s

Iconic Lebanese restaurant, Casper & Gambini’s recently hosted an exciting brunch to celebrate its long-awaited arrival to Dubai. Held on the 11th of January, the casual urban chic restaurant-café opened its doors at the Damac Maison Royale, The Distinction. Renowned for its...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 22 January, 2018 1:45 pm

Radisson Blu opens fifth hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Radisson Blu, the iconic hotel brand driven by innovation and design, is proud to announce the opening of its fifth hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The 150-room Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Corniche has a prime location close to the popular North Corniche, which overlooks the Red Sea and is within the ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 22 January, 2018 1:10 pm

Dubai Just Got #WarmerwithWokyo

It just got #warmerwithwokyo as the popular noodle bar in JLT launches a new menu on 25 January.   Featuring authentic and delicious Sapporo Miso Ramen and Sapporo Shoyu Ramen, Wokyo’s new menu combines wholesome and hearty bowls of goodness with warm, friendly service and a look...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 22 January, 2018 12:44 pm

Ksa Welcomes Its 4th Raising Canes in Khobar

Raising Cane’s, the popular Louisiana-based restaurant known for its quality chicken finger meals, has opened its fourth restaurant in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in the city of Khobar. The newest Raising Cane’s is conveniently located on Al Rakah Street next to Tamimi...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 22 January, 2018 2:16 am

Munich's "10-star" hub

Five-star summit: It's a combination seen nowhere else in the European airport universe. Back in 2015, Munich Airport became the first European hub to be granted the prestigious status of "Five-Star Airport" by the London-based Skytrax Institute. Now Lufthansa has followed as...

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