Top 3 Headlines
Sharjah’s luxury Palace Residences
Alef Group has partnered with Emaar Hospitality Group to launch Palace Residences Al Mamsha, the first of the luxury Palace Residences brand in Sharjah. Located in Al Mamsha Seerah, the project blends refined design with Arabesque elegance and hotel-inspired services. The development will feature sky terraces, landscaped courtyards, pools, gardens, and curated retail and dining spaces, fostering a vibrant community lifestyle.
Signed by Alef Group CEO, Raed Kajoor Al Nuaimi and Emaar Hospitality Group’s Head of Hospitality, Nicolas Bellaton, the collaboration is creating opportunities for premium urban living in the region and strengthening its role in the UAE’s evolving luxury property market.
ADNH signs 10-year deal with Ghantoot Racing & Polo Club
Abu Dhabi National Hotels (ADNH) has entered a ten-year sponsorship partnership with Ghantoot Racing & Polo Club, cementing a partnership that celebrates the UAE’s heritage, hospitality, and sporting excellence. Under the deal, ADNH will serve as a main sponsor for all club events and championships, aligning luxury hospitality with the elegance of polo and equestrian sport.
The agreement was endorsed by HH Sheikh Falah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who praised the collaboration as a reflection of “mutual trust and shared commitment to promoting sports locally and globally.”
The Red Sea EDITION debuts on Shura Island
The Red Sea EDITION has officially opened as the first hotel on Shura Island, marking a major milestone for Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea development. Developed by Marriott International, EDITION Hotels, and Red Sea Global, the solar-powered resort sits along a 1km private beach and features access to the island’s first 18-hole golf course by Brian Curley.
Designed by Rockwell Group, the property includes 240 rooms, eco-conscious architecture, and locally inspired dining experiences. The resort’s coral-like rooftops, open pavilions, and wellness-driven amenities highlight sustainable luxury and redefine hospitality within one of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious tourism destinations.
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Noteworthy:
- Following a three-month renovation, Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island has reopened as a reimagined “Urban Resort” blending gastronomy, design, and lifestyle. Highlights include The Herbarium, Ras Al Khaimah’s first fully vegan restaurant, Moroccan dining at Dar Zellij, and market-style concept The Exchange. With redesigned rooms, digital room keys, and eco-friendly operations, the resort combines contemporary luxury with sustainable hospitality.
- Accor has named Evan Harrington as Cluster General Manager overseeing both Movenpick Resort and Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island. With nearly 20 years of leadership experience, Harrington will drive guest experience, sustainability, and commercial growth as Al Marjan Island continues to emerge as a top UAE destination.
- Kevin Rowe has been appointed Director of Food and Beverage at DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island, where he will oversee 13 dining venues. With over two decades of international hospitality experience, Rowe aims to elevate the resort’s culinary reputation through innovation and consistency.
- Chef Giovanni Papi has been appointed Executive Chef at Beluga Bar and Restaurant, Dubai’s only dedicated caviar restaurant, located at Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah. Bringing nearly 20 years of international culinary experience, Papi plans to redefine modern Italian cuisine with a caviar-inspired menu, continuing his award-winning culinary journey that spans Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
