UAE hotels

How this British expat rose from pot washer to chef

A journey shaped by opportunity, dream, commitment to help the next generation of talents

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Chef Daniel Hillier, culinary director across three properties of Accor in the UAE

Why Rotana CEO says AI won’t replace hotel staff

Rotana kept its teams intact through the conflict as UAE hotels rebuild demand

Philip Barnes, CEO of Rotana, says the group is planning for growth with about 40 hotels in its pipeline across markets including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Africa and the CIS.

Tata-owned IHCL splits business for 700-hotel growth

Tata-owned IHCL splits operations into 2 business verticals as it targets Dh6.4b revenue

Jai Mahal Palace, an IHCL-operated Taj hotel in Jaipur, India. IHCL has announced a new organisational structure as it pursues plans to expand its global portfolio to 700 hotels by 2030.

Why Minor Hotels is doubling down on the UAE, India

Amir Golbarg says local sourcing, resort-led travel will drive the next phase of growth

Anantara parent Minor to manage 7 retreats in Sharjah

Agreement marks a new chapter for Shurooq’s homegrown portfolio of 7 nature-led retreats

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Minor Hotels signed an agreement in Sharjah for the global hospitality group to manage the seven-retreat Sharjah Collection. Pictured above is the Al Badayer retreat.

Dubai hotels expect tourists before prices recover

Hotel prices are expected to hold up as AI reshapes jobs and long stays gain popularity

13 ways Dubai’s new Dh1.5b stimulus package affects you

Dubai’s total economic support measures have reached Dh2.5 billion in under two months

Dubai Skyline

Dubai unveils citywide Eid Al Adha festivities

Special Eid offers, beachfront escapes, desert retreats in Dubai from May 22 to 31

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort

Premier mangrove retreat to open in Ras Al Khaimah

New mangrove-side destination to feature premium leisure experiences

A new premier hospitality destination is set to strengthen Ras Al Khaimah’s growing reputation as a leading hub for touris

UAE luxury hotel revamps could cost Dh600,000 per room

Hotels are using softer occupancy periods to speed up major refurbishment projects

Consultants say luxury hotel upgrades can exceed Dh600,000 per room. Picture from FIVE Hotel used for illustrative purposes.

Why Dubai hotels are suddenly upgrading rooms now

Hotels are using softer occupancy periods to speed up major refurbishment projects

More properties are now considering partial or full closures to complete projects faster.

Hotels in UAE will hire again — just leaner teams

Refurbishments and weak demand push hotels towards smaller, smarter teams

Tourists checking in at the Crown Plaza hotel in Dubai Marina. The picture is used for illustrative purposes only.

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