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One of the year’s most anticipated hotel openings, Address Grand Creek Harbour, has arrived offering a luxury guest experience unrivalled in one of Dubai’s most picturesque locations. Sitting on the beautiful shores of the Dubai Creek, the magnificently appointed 223-room hotel offers a range of rooms and suites to make any stay an experience to remember. The first five-star luxury hotel in Dubai Creek Harbour is a sophisticated waterfront destination, where guests can look forward to relaxed decadence, unrivalled amenities, fabulous flavours, and a stay which soothes and invigorates the soul. Mark Kirby, Head of Hospitality at Emaar Hospitality Group said: “This is another momentous occasion for Address Hotels + Resorts in Dubai. The new Address Grand Creek Harbour is a masterpiece of a property, bringing five-star luxury to the stunning surroundings of Dubai Creek Harbour. “Dubai Creek Harbour is expanding at an incredible pace and will be a cornerstone of the city’s skyline for years to come – we are delighted to be part of a new community full of excitement and charm. This hotel, with its design, ambiance, luxury, and amenities is a stunning addition to the city – right in the heart of a character-filled and visually spectacular location like Dubai Creek Harbour.” Rooms are beautifully appointed with the very best in design and comfort complimenting your stay. Showpiece suites include Executive, Skyline and Panoramic Suite options with balconies, as well as the three-bedroom Presidential Suite, all of which offer magnificent views of the city and creek, along with a spacious comfort ideal for family and friends. The hotel is the ultimate destination for couples and families alike with the intimacy of a boutique offering, combined with …

Hilton Skanes Monastir Beach Resort will mark Hilton’s debut in Tunisia by summer this year, offering breath-taking views of the Mediterranean and a pristine white-sand beach surrounded by private lounging areas. Guests can indulge in ultimate resort-relaxation with five spectacular outdoor and indoor swimming pools to choose from alongside a thalassotherapy spa & wellness centre. With 346 stylish rooms and suites, the hotel is perfect for foodies, family travellers and fitness enthusiasts alike, complete with seven restaurants, a variety of fitness facilities and a kid’s club. The resort is also a perfect destination for retreats and business meetings, with a meeting space including a spacious ballroom and three meeting rooms equipped with state-of-the-art facilities.

East coast of the UAE is to gain yet another resort consisting 20 (1bedroom) simple units20 (1bedroom) Luxury units and 5 (2bedroom) units, in addition a Royal Villa with private pool, Clifftop Restaurant, Kids Area, Gym & Spa. Al Jabal resort is located in the picturesque Mountain/ Sea landscape of Khorfakkan, on the East Coast of the UAE. A predominately mountainous and rocky landscape discreetly conceals the beautiful Heart Beach between two peaks – creating a unique beach-facing hillside setting. The retreat responds to key identified landscape features. The Villa accommodation will be located within the gently sloping beach-facing lower bay of the cove. The Clubhouse & Restaurant will sit on the shear hillsides in order to create dramatically situated landmark buildings commanding sea and sunrise/ sunset views. The Spa, Royal Villa & Reception will be located on natural/ man-made plateaus. All the elements will be connected with pedestrian routes minimizing the interruption from the outside world.  

It was announced that DoubleTree by Hilton Sanliurfa (Türkiye) is slated to open this year. With a history spanning over 12,000 years, the city of Sanliurfa in Türkiye is a must-visit destination. DoubleTree by Hilton Sanliurfa is the perfect base for exploring the rich history – located just a short drive from the centre with its many historical buildings, parks, and museums. Elsewhere, the Neolothic archaeological heritage site and ruins of Göbekli Tepe are only a short car journey away from the hotel. After a day of exploration, guests can indulge in a relaxing treatment, including a traditional Turkish bath in the property’s dedicated spa or they may prefer to opt for a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. The 190-room hotel is certified eco-friendly and offers DoubleTree by Hilton’s award-winning friendly and reliable hospitality.

Hilton is on its way to introduce Bo Vue Hotel in Bodrum, its part of the Curio Collection by Hilton and one of the first to open by April this year. Situated along the Aegean Coast, The Bo Vue Hotel Bodrum, Curio Collection by Hilton is home to 1.2 kilometres of private white sandy beach and 102 stylish, modern rooms, complete with glittering sea views. Guests can enjoy a range of world-class dining options, including delicious Mediterranean and Aegean cuisine at Bo Giorno, Turkish feasts at Delmanzo or sumptuous seafood at Bacalao. Those looking to unwind won’t be short of options – indulge in a relaxing treatment at the ‘Spa Soul’ or take a refreshing dip in either the indoor or outdoor pool. For travellers looking for a little more adventure – the hotel is ideally located for local exploration – just a short drive away from the popular town of Yalikavak and a 40-minute drive to Bodrum Castle and the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus – one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Welcoming guests from April 2023.

The newly announced five-star hospitality offering from Shurooq, occupies 784 hectares of the Sharjah Safari project, the largest wildlife safari in the world outside Africa, and offers unparalleled opportunities for observing and photographing the Big Five of Africa – the rhino, buffalo, elephant, lion, and leopard – in a natural, desert setting. When complete, the Al Bridi Nature Reserve will be home to a wide variety of animal species including the native mountain gazelles. It will consist of two parts – a 40-hectare recreation of carefully selected African Rift Valley highlights, and a 650-hectare safari adventure. The reserve will feature the largest collection of African herbivores in the world, including some 45 sub-species of antelope. With 35 Keys contains 21 one bedrooms, 8 two bedrooms and 6 three bedrooms with all other modern amenities such as Gym, Spa and pool and Kids club.

Among the many new hotels to be opened by Hilton this year the first would be Hilton Cairo Nile Maadi which   is a newly built hotel offering 255 spacious rooms and suites with a modern design. Located on the Nile Corniche in the upscale district of Maadi, guests staying at the hotel’s stylish suites will enjoy panoramic views of the Nile, complemented by a view of the pyramids on a clear day. The hotel will house Hilton’s renowned Eforea spa, a fitness center with a Nile view, an outdoor pool, and a variety of dining options including in-door restaurants and a Nile view rooftop bar. Perfect for both leisure and business, the hotel will also feature an executive lounge as well as state-of-the-art meeting and event spaces.

One of the latest projects coming up in the Eastern coast is the new Khorfakkan Hotel and Waterpark which is located on a reclaimed land opposite to the Khorfakkan Port. The development features a hotel, waterpark and retail area that will maximize connectivity to the beach. These functions are located on the front edge and create a direct link to the sea. A marina front will be developed, allowing the fully take advantage of the plot, and will include a yacht bay along with branded residences facing the marina port. The 75 key hotel will feature all facilities including a gym, spa etc and the main attraction will be the water park and the mall which will bring in more visitors both international and domestic. More details on the project are yet to be released.

Global smart hospitality solutions provider, Hudini, is set to close a record year for the business having witnessed unprecedented growth in 2022. Hudini enables hotels to provide a connected guest journey from pre-arrival to post departure, ensuring a faster, contactless, and hyper-personalized service delivery. The company’s hospitality middleware platform connects over 100 hospitality applications in one single guest interface. Driven by data and AI, Hudini’s proprietary software works across all touch points of the guest journey from online booking, mobile check-in and digital room keys to in-room services, communication, check-out, and payments. With over 300 hotels across 25 countries, Hudini is fast becoming the industry benchmark for digital transformation in the hospitality industry. The hospitality industry relies on its ability to connect people and the places they visit to create memorable experiences for its guests. In its revitalization post-pandemic, the industry is realizing the impact that technology can have on a guest’s stay, and the potential it holds to increase customer loyalty and create additional revenue. In fact, a recent study found that 62% of hotel executives said they would have “a fully contactless experience” by 2025. “It’s been an incredibly exciting year for us and we have evolved in so many ways over the past twelve months, from our product offering and team to our partners and customers,” said Prince Thampi, Founder and CEO of Hudini. “The global pandemic has not just accelerated the demand for contactless technology to provide a safe and seamless guest experience, but more importantly, has caused a significant shift in mindset when it comes to digital transformation in hospitality. Hoteliers are increasingly looking for ways to differentiate and personalize their guest experience, achieve better …

Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace reopened last week for guests. The Jewel of Beirut, Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace will open its doors yet again offering a unique taste of luxury in the heart of Beirut. Opening on 30th December 2022, the hotel offers 185 luxurious rooms including 20 elegantly appointed suites, a variety of food and beverage selections all-day at the Summer Place and hotel’s lobby lounge Tea Garden. Situated in the heart of Sin El Fil, this hotel boasts of magnificent views of the city from all the rooms. Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace has nine function rooms for 2,800 guests, including six multi-purpose meetings rooms practically located on one floor, a 24-hour business center and a dedicated Meetings Manager. In addition to this Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace Hotel provides guests with personalized services and advanced facilities including complimentary WiFi, a 24-hour business center, fitness center and outdoor pool. All designed to make every stay unforgettable. With its location only 15 minutes from Beirut International Airport, and Beirut City Center only a five-minute drive away from the hotel with an abundance of historical tourist sites in its vicinity, this hotel is an ideal base for exploring the charming Lebanese capital and the country’s main attractions. Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace is part of Hilton Honors®, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 18 world-class brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount that can’t be found anywhere else and free standard WiFi.