Meliá Hotels International has announced its debut in Bahrain, launching a luxury hotel and branded residences on Amwaj Island. Opening in 2027, the property will feature 256 units, including 150 hotel rooms and 106 branded residences. The development reflects Meliá’s growing Middle East footprint and commitment to hybrid hospitality-residential models, catering to the region’s demand for premium lifestyle and experiential travel.
Aleph Hospitality has expanded its footprint in Saudi Arabia with new hotel management agreements and projects, bringing its national portfolio to 11 properties totalling 2,354 keys. Announced at the Future Hospitality Summit in Dubai, the growth spans major cities including Riyadh, Jeddah, Makkah, the Eastern Province and Abha, with the group targeting 20 hotels in the Kingdom by 2030.
Banyan Group is celebrating its 100th resort milestone with the grand opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree and the launch of its first Rainforest Festival in Singapore. Running from 27 November to 3 December 2025, the festival will raise funds for the President’s Challenge, featuring a week of sustainable experiences, music, and community-led activities.
Red Sea Global (RSG) has secured SAR 6.5 billion ($1.73 billion) in green financing from a consortium of Saudi banks to accelerate the development of AMAALA, its flagship luxury wellness destination on the Red Sea coast. Led by Riyad Bank, the facility aligns with RSG’s Green Loan Framework and marks the company’s latest milestone in sustainable tourism investment.
Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways have expanded their partnership with codeshare flights to 19 destinations, enhancing connectivity between Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. The new flights will allow passengers to access a wider network of leisure and business destinations via Nairobi and Doha.
Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding have announced a landmark merger to create one of the UAE’s largest integrated real estate and hospitality developers. The combined entity will operate under the Marjan brand, leading key projects including Al Marjan Island, RAK Central, Marjan Beach, and a new Jebel Jais masterplan, driving Ras Al Khaimah’s Vision 2030 for sustainable tourism and investment.
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