Arabian Hotel Investment Conference News
Maria Zarraluqui, global development managing director, Melia Hotels International
Breaking Travel News catches up with Maria Zarraluqui, global development managing director for Melia Hotels International during the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference in Ras al Khaimah. She tells Phi Blizzard about the potential of the hospitality markets in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Carlos Khneisser, vice president, development, MENA, Hilton
Breaking Travel News speaks to Carlos Khneisser, vice president, development in the Middle East and north Africa region for Hilton, about his ambitions for the region at the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference. Speaking to Phil Blizzard in Ras al Khaimah, he tells us which Hilton brands are gaining most traction in these dynamic markets.
Haitham Mattar, chief executive, Ras al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
With the emirate hosting the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference for the first time, Haitham Mattar, chief executive, Ras al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, speaks to Breaking Travel News about the significance of the event. With the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony also set for the northern most emirate, there is much to discuss.
AHIC 2018: Record attendance as event visits Ras al Khaimah for first time
The Arabian Hotel Investment Conference 2018 has welcomed a record number of registered delegates from the regional and global hospitality investment industry.
AHIC 2018: Ras Al Khaimah sees strong increase in hotel occupancy for early 2018
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has announced its highest hotel occupancies in a quarter, averaging 79.4 per cent in the first three months of the year.
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AHIC 2018: RAK Hospitality Holding reports strong increase in revenue
Ras al Khaimah Hospitality Holding has reported a 17 per cent increase in revenue for the first quarter of 2018 as it continues to strengthen its position as a leader in the hospitality sector.
AHIC 2018: Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi welcomes hospitality industry to Ras al Khaimah
Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council member and ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has officially opened the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference 2018. The event, taking place at the Waldorf Astoria Ras al Khaimah until April 19th, welcomed over 800 leading hospitality figures from across the Middle East to the northern most of the United Arab Emirates.
AHIC 2018: Taj Hotels expands into Saudi Arabia
In a major milestone, the Indian Hotels Company has today announced its foray into the Holy City of Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The move is in partnership with Umm Al Qura Development & Construction Company in the prestigious King Abdul Aziz Road project, one of the largest urban rejuvenation projects in the city of Makkah.
AHIC 2018: Marriott to rapidly increase footprint in Middle East
Marriott International has announced ambitious growth plans for its Middle East and Africa region following signings for more than 30 properties and over 5,000 rooms in the last 12 months.
AHIC 2018: van Paasschen urges Middle East hospitality to wake up to disruption
Frits van Paasschen has warned hoteliers in the Middle East that digital disruption is radically altering the market in which they operate. Speaking at the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference he warned change is coming, whether they are prepared or not.
Cristian Roberts, president, Prime
Cristian Roberts, president of the Prime private equity group, tells Breaking Travel News about the parallels between investing in the Middle East and Latin America. Speaking at the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference in Ras al Khaimah, he argues it is an exciting time for hoteliers in both regions.
Ricardo Lizano, chief operating officer, Toroverde Ras Al Khaimah
Quickly taking its place as one of the most exciting tourism attractions in the Middle East, Ricardo Lizano, chief operating officer of the Toroverde Ras Al Khaimah, here tells Breaking Travel News what the zipline brings to the destination. Speaking to editor Chris O’Toole he also reveals plans to expand the park, which has been nominated as the Middle East’s Leading Adventure Tourist Attraction by the World Travel Awards, in the coming months.