Ritz-Carlton DIFC – The development of Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre has been one of those stories that won’t go away. After months of rumours of potential sales, possible buyers and various sums of money, Union Properties agreed to sell the Ritz-Carlton hotel development for less than the asking price of AED1.5bn (US $410m). But [...]

Ibn Battuta Gate’s iconic entrance certainly creates an impression on those entering and leaving the west of Dubai. Swiss-operator Movenpick Hotels & Resorts runs the Seven Tides-owned property. It remains to be seen whether those residing in Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai Marina and JBR will make the short Metro hop to partake in the hotel’s [...]

Kempinski Nile Luxury hotel chain Kempinski opened the first five-star boutique hotel in Egyptian capital Cairo, the Kempinski Nile. Offering 137 rooms and 54 suites, the Kempinski Nile overlooks the banks of the famous river. Designed by French architect Pierre Yves Rochon, guests can choose from four restaurants and four bars, including a rooftop bar [...]