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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.







Hotel Opening Doha

Riviera Rayhaan by Rotana Hotel Opens in Doha, Qatar

Located on Salwa Road in Doha, the four-star property features 185 rooms and suites, including 129 standard rooms and 56 suites comprising Junior, one-, two-, and four-bedroom suites.




Hotel Opening Kenya

315 Room JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi Opens

The hotel features 315 guestrooms, five internationally-inspired dining destinations, a luxury Spa by JW, swimming pool, fitness center, and eight exceptional event spaces for gatherings and celebrations. An additional 51 spacious serviced apartments and a sky bar & lounge are slated to open later in the year.


Hotel Development Dubai

Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina Announced for 2026

Situated in a prime location in Dubai Marina, the 251 residences range from 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom residences, 4-bedroom half-floor penthouses, 4-bedroom duplex sky mansions, and 5-bedroom triplex sky mansions.






Hotel Opening Seychelles

Canopy by Hilton Seychelles Resort Opens

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of its newest property, Canopy by Hilton Seychelles - marking the brand's debut in the Indian Ocean.







Hotel Opening Namibia

Hilton Garden Inn Windhoek Opens in Namibia

Located close to the central business district, the 174-guest room hotel sits within 500 metres of the Independence Museum and the Craft Market and is just one kilometre away from the National Art Gallery of Namibia.




Market Report Dubai

Dubai Hotel Occupancy Jumped to 90.8% During February

The market’s hotel performance was helped by several events including Gulfood (19-23 February), the 2024 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup (15-25 February), the 2024 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships (18 February-2 March), and Untold Dubai Festival (15-18 February).


NEOM Announces Gidori, Its Residential Golf Community

The Board of Directors of NEOM has announced Gidori - an exclusive private golf community set amidst the breathtaking coastal hills of the Gulf of Aqaba - as the latest addition to NEOM, the evolving regional development in northwest Saudi Arabia.