Gräf is cluster GM of JW Marriott Marquis and and Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites

The Ledge by Dave Pynt at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is delighted to present a Six-Hands Dinner on 23 September 2023 from 7pm with renowned chefs Dave Pynt, Prateek Sadhu and Ivan Alvarez.

HVS is the largest independent hospitality consultancy with 40 offices worldwide. Their offices in Dubai and Cape Town are responsible for all assignments throughout the MEA region; and they have advised on some of the most important transactions in the hospitality sector. BTN caught up with Hala Matar Choufany - President- Middle East, Africa and South Asia, HVS to find out what the company's plans are as FHS looms ever closer in Abu Dhabi.

NOŪS Santorini, the new resort from YES! Hotels Group, opens Elio's Italian American Chophouse, bringing New York flair to the stunning Greek island. Blending the best of classical Italian cuisine with the vibrant metropolitan vibe of a New York trattoria, guests can indulge with traditional Italian cooking that uses exceptional local produce from the Cyclades.

Marriott International, Inc. has announced it has signed an agreement with AlUla Development Company (UDC), fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), to open an Autograph Collection property in Saudi Arabia. Expected to open in 2025, the hotel will be located in the heart of downtown AlUla.

Rotana has announced its entry into Senegal with Les Zeniths Arjaan by Rotana. The 150-key property in Dakar will be launched under the Arjaan Hotel Apartments by Rotana brand and is expected to be completed by 2026.