development trends
Navigating the Investment Terrain: Trends in GCC Hotel Development Costs
Hala Matar Choufany | September 26, 2023
By Hala Matar Choufany, Filippo Sona Welcome to the world of hospitality development, where unique developments and unforgettable moments come to life. We are thrilled to introduce you to our latest publication, "Navigating the Investment Terrain: Trends in GCC Hotel Development Costs" where we delve deep into the intricate world of hotel development costs, unveiling the secrets that impact project costs and hotel values. In this joint publication, we outline the main hotel development expenses and recent trends in hotel development and design. Whether you are a seasoned developer, an aspiring hotelier, or simply an enthusiast curious ...
Indisputable Success – The UAE
Maria Quintero | June 21, 2023
By Maria Quintero, Hala Matar Choufany Throughout the last decade, the UAE has established itself as a leading regional and international tourism destination. Over 22 million international visitors in 2022 - almost on par with pre-pandemic levels - along with the UAE’s game-changing infrastructure, year-round sunshine, top-class tourism attractions, and rich cultural heritage, reinstated the country’s positioning as one of the strongest business and leisure markets in the world. As of 2022, UAE, the second largest economy in the Arab world, ranked at the top of the Travel & Tourism Development Index in the MENA region and among ...
Big Hotel Brands Set Their Sights on Portugal’s Cities
JLL Real Views | February 14, 2019
By Natasha Stokes With Lisbon and Porto fast building a global reputation as top city break destinations, international hotel groups are flocking to these booming tourism markets. Boutique hotels account for many of the new developments in Portugal, converted from historic buildings by new entrants to the market. Hilton Group's Curio Collection will debut its first property in Portugal, the Emerald House, in Lisbon. The multi-million-euro renovation will be a 67-room complex with fitness centre, restaurant and bar for guests as well as locals. Hotel operators with a presence in the country are also expanding their footprint – the ...
