AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS

The new Hilton Riyadh KAFD hotel will blend global hospitality standards with local cultural elements, featuring 450 modern rooms, multiple dining outlets, a fitness center, and a poolside terrace.

The new Messilah Beach offers diverse facilities such as four swimming pools, a children’s play area, a Sky Trail adventure course, sports courts, garden spaces, and 350 shaded parking spots.

The chain aims to surpass 1,000 international stores within several years, part of a wider goal to drive system sales above US$1 billion by 2025.

The new Brussels-Kilimanjaro service will operate twice weekly, every Wednesday and Saturday, using an Airbus A330-300 configured with 288 seats across Business, Premium Economy, and Economy classes.

The additional flight reduces layover time and enables more efficient scheduling for business travelers, while offering leisure passengers greater access to holiday and cultural destinations.

This significant investment aligns with Oman Vision 2040, aiming to increase accommodation capacity, raise service standards, and support sustainable tourism growth.

This service offers riders du Pay’s comprehensive suite of digital financial services and bespoke incentives tailored specifically for the blue-collar workforce across the UAE.

This strategic alliance commits to developing five new hotels, introducing over 1,100 keys to Accor’s regional portfolio.

To celebrate its opening, ALL Accor members earn quadruple reward points through 22 February 2026, with privileges including discounts and complimentary upgrades.

The study found that 57% of Middle East and African (MEA) hotel businesses have integrated AI-driven features in their products and services.