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Zawya
14 minutes ago
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Oman: Tourism firms, hotels must display their licence prominently, MHT
Muscat: The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) has notified that essential for tourism and hotel companies to list their license in a prominent place within the establishment, as well as on their websites and social media accounts. The decision is based on the Tourism Law issued by Royal Decree 69/2023 and the Executive Regulations issued by Ministerial Resolution No. (39/2016), and concerning the Ministry's Circular No. 2023/32/6421 100 dated January 8, 2025. The firms should display the tourism license in a prominent place within the establishment, publishing the license data on the establishment's official websites and listing the license on the establishment's social media accounts. MHT called on all concerned establishments to comply quickly, noting that the Ministry will begin, one week from the date of this circular, issuing violations and taking legal action against non-compliant establishments, under the provisions of the laws and regulations. 2022 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
2 hours ago
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IHG Hotels & Resorts announces first voco resort in Oman with the signing of voco Al Mouj Muscat
RELATED TOPICS HOSPITALITY RELATED COMPANIES IHG Ihg Hotels And R Six Senses STAYBRIDGE InterContinental Excl Part Holiday Inn Golden Group Apple Muscat, Oman – IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement for voco Al Mouj Muscat, a 251-key beachfront resort set to open in Q4 2025. Alongside Golden Group Holding, the deal marks the first signing of the voco brand in the Sultanate of Oman, further expanding IHG's premium portfolio across the Middle East. Centrally located in the Omani capital's Al Mouj Muscat neighbourhood, a vibrant waterfront development known for its luxury residences, yacht marina, championship golf course, and high-end retail offerings, the new resort will cater to both leisure and business travellers. Its prime location offers easy access to Muscat International Airport and proximity to the city's cultural landmarks, making it a strategic addition to Oman's evolving hospitality landscape. Launched in 2018, voco is IHG's fastest-growing premium brand, already making its mark with openings and signings across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Known for its bold identity and thoughtful touches, the brand blends the character of individual hotels with the benefits of a trusted global name, offering guests a reliably different experience. Upon opening, voco Al Mouj Muscat will join the brand's growing portfolio of more than 100 open hotels globally and a robust pipeline of more than 95 properties. Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, IHG Hotels & Resorts, India, Middle East & Africa, said:"We are delighted to bring the voco brand to Oman in partnership with Golden Group Holding. Al Mouj Muscat is one of the region's most exciting lifestyle destinations and we believe voco's distinctive charm and premium hospitality offering makes it a perfect fit for the destination. This signing reflects our commitment to supporting Oman Vision 2040, by contributing to the country's tourism and economic diversification strategy." Sheikh Salem Al Ghazal, Chairman, Golden Group Holding added: ' Partnering with IHG to introduce voco to Oman is a significant milestone in our journey to enhance Muscat's hospitality offering. voco's blend of informal charm and global quality perfectly complements the dynamic spirit of Al Mouj. We look forward to delivering a hotel that embodies excellence, reflects Omani hospitality, and attracts travellers from across the globe." When it opens later this year, voco Al Mouj Muscat will offer 251 elegantly designed rooms and suites, along with five distinct dining experiences including an all-day dining venue, speciality restaurant and lobby lounge. The hotel will also feature three meeting rooms, a spa, swimming pool, fitness centre, business centre, ample parking, and a barber shop – providing guests with a well-rounded premium stay experience. IHG currently operates 9 hotels across five brands in Oman, including: Six Senses, InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo, and Holiday Inn, with 3 hotels in the development pipeline set to open within the next three to five years. About IHG Hotels & Resorts IHG Hotels & Resorts [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good. With a family of 20 hotel brands and IHG One Rewards, one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programmes with over 145m members, IHG has more than 6,600 open hotels in over 100 countries, and a development pipeline of over 2,200 properties. Luxury & Lifestyle: Six Senses, Regent Hotels & Resorts, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Vignette Collection, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Hotel Indigo Premium: voco hotels, HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, EVEN Hotels Essentials: Holiday Inn Express, Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts, Garner hotels, avid hotels Suites: Atwell Suites, Staybridge Suites, Holiday Inn Club Vacations, Candlewood Suites Exclusive Partners: Iberostar Beachfront Resorts InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group's holding company and is incorporated and registered in England and Wales. Approximately 385,000 people work across IHG's hotels and corporate offices globally. Visit us online for more about our hotels and reservations and IHG One Rewards. To download the new IHG One Rewards app, visit the Apple App or Google Play stores. For our latest news, visit our Newsroom and follow us on LinkedIn. Media Enquiries: Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs, IMEA IHG Hotels & Resorts Email:
Zawya
5 hours ago
- Business
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Garner by IHG signs its third deal in India
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the leading hotel companies, has signed a franchise agreement for Garner Kutch in Gujarat, marking the brand's third signing in India within months of its IMEA launch. Scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2026, the hotel reinforces IHG's strategy to expand its portfolio in emerging secondary and tertiary markets, where demand for high-quality, world-class accommodations is rapidly increasing. As IHG's newest midscale conversion brand, Garner is designed to offer value-conscious travellers high-quality stays focused on comfort, reliability, and convenience. The brand emphasises relaxed service, flexible spaces, and a locally inspired experience helping guests feel at home while on the road. Garner builds on IHG's strength in the essentials category and is well-positioned to meet India's growing demand for trusted midscale hotels, especially through the franchising model. Located in Kutch, Gujarat's largest district by area, Garner Kutch will be operated by Royal Buildspace LLP, and will be sourced and managed by Rosastays (Rosaoul Hotelco), one of the IHG's preferred third-party operators for Garner in India. Rosastays will also manage and operate Garner Etawah and Garner Kathua, scheduled to open in 2026 and 2027 respectively. The hotel will feature 40 well-appointed rooms, an all-day dining restaurant, swimming pool, fitness centre, spa, and spaces for meetings and social gatherings. Set in a rapidly developing region, Garner Kutch will cater to business travellers, professionals, and tourists visiting for both work and leisure. Commenting on the signing, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: " The rapid uptake of Garner in India—with three signings in quick succession—demonstrates strong owner confidence in our midscale conversion proposition. Kutch's dynamic growth trajectory aligns perfectly with Garner's ability to deliver asset-light, high-return opportunities for partners like Royal Buildspace. Together with Rosastays, we're unlocking India's underserved markets, where demand for trusted brands is accelerating.' 'At Rosastays, our focus is on operational excellence and delivering high-quality, experience-driven stays that align with the evolving expectations of today's travellers. Garner Kutch offers a compelling value proposition for guests seeking dependable, comfortable, and locally relevant hospitality. This marks our third partnership with IHG, under the Garner brand, reinforcing our shared commitment to elevating midscale hospitality in India's high-potential leisure markets through efficient operations, brand consistency, and memorable guest experiences.' shared Deepika Arora, Director, Rosastays. Deepak Chandnani, Partner, Royal Buildspace, added: " Garner's owner-centric model and distinctly different character combined with IHG's global expertise make it the ideal choice for the market in Kutch. We are proud to bring this innovative offering to a market poised for long-term hospitality growth. We look forward to offering a unique and reliable stay experience to travellers visiting this vibrant part of Gujarat." -TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
5 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Historic Lake District hotel on the market for 'substantial amount'
A well-known Victorian hotel in the Lake District has been put up for sale. The Keswick Country House Hotel is being marketed by Colliers for a "substantial" amount and is located in Keswick, Cumbria, on five acres of landscaped gardens just a short walk from the town centre. The 73-bedroom hotel, which includes two suites and four junior suites, is spread across the original 1860s main house and the neighbouring Old Station Annexe. Colliers said the hotel has seen continuous investment and refurbishment under the same private ownership for the past 24 years. Julian Troup, head of the hotels agency team at Colliers, said: "There is substantial demand from both domestic and international hotel buyers for high-quality hotels in tourism hotspots such as the Lake District. "We anticipate a healthy level of interest in the Keswick Country House Hotel. "Last month we sold the 70-bedroom Ambleside Salutation Hotel and Spa for in excess of the guide price, adding to the high volume of UK hotel sales that we have concluded already this year, and demonstrating the continuing confidence in the market from a diverse range of buyers." The hotel is situated within the Lake District National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (Image: Supplied) For the financial year ending June 30, 2024, the hotel recorded a net turnover of more than £4 million, driven mainly by the leisure market, including independent travellers and group tours. The property features The Lonsdale Restaurant and Garden Room, which can seat up to 140 guests, a bar and lounge area for 100 guests, the Keswick Suite, a study, and a snooker room located in the station building. Furthermore, the Barmore Suite offers flexible space for small private events or board meetings. The site also includes 38 staff bedrooms across the main hotel, a detached accommodation block, and a separate chalet. Additionally, the hotel is situated within the Lake District National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that attracts around 18 million visitors each year. It offers open views towards Skiddaw and Latrigg and is also located near the recently restored Keswick to Threlkeld Trail, a scenic path for walkers and cyclists built on the old railway line that runs alongside the hotel.
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Travel + Leisure
7 hours ago
- Business
- Travel + Leisure
A New Hotel Near California's Joshua Tree National Park Has 65 Impressive, Steel-frame Units Built to Look Like Shipping Containers
Reset Hotel, a minimalist desert escape just outside Joshua Tree National Park's north entrance, opened on July 21 as the area's first new-build hotel in 15 years. Situated on 180 acres within the town of Twentynine Palms, the boutique hotel is the second high-profile opening in town this year. The project is the result of the partnership between Adam Wininger and architect and product designer Ben Uyeda, who has a popular how-to YouTube series about shipping container houses. Wininger was sold on the potential of steel-frame modular construction after visiting Uyeda in the home he designed and built. The duo was also aligned on why introducing a hotel made sense in a community negatively impacted by the short-term vacation rental boom. "We like to feel that we're helping not only people stay at the park, but it takes some pressure off the housing supply," says Wininger. Reset features 65 guest rooms with discreet fold-down desks (but no TVs), patios, firepits, and outdoor seating. Moonlight Queen rooms—measuring 160 square feet and 320 square feet of patio space—are grouped in pairs within each modular unit. Larger 320-square-foot Mountain King Suites occupy the entire module and boast 500-square-foot patios, complete with outdoor soaking tubs. All accommodations are stocked with Flamingo Estate toiletries and Fellow pour-over coffee stations. The interiors, created in collaboration with branding and design studio Gry Space, are a study in kaleidoscopic neutrals, with rich, earthy textures against the sand and rock-strewn backdrop. Sliding doors open up to private patios in each room, which Wininger says are "designed to be more like the outdoor living room." Stargazing is serious business out here, so guests can pick from either a dedicated platform or lie-flat daybeds. Daybeds lay around the outdoor pool. "Once you get to Reset, you're forced into this moment of pause and to feel the surroundings," adds Whitaker. The on-site restaurant, Split Rock Bistro, is still in the works. When it opens, it will offer all-day food and beverage service with a focus on seasonal fare of locally inspired flavors. Until then, guests can enjoy the expansive scenery from the 1,600-square-foot saltwater pool and Jacuzzi, flanked by cabanas and lounge chairs. Other wellness highlights include a five-person sauna, cold plunge, and yoga classes. The 3,000-square-foot Club House features a co-working space, a boutique, and a communal firepit. "I don't think it's our place to overly dictate what people do. We want to create platforms and opportunities to choose your own relaxation adventure," Uyeda says. Beyond the footprint of Reset, the hotel's grounds encompass over 100 acres of desert to explore and experience rotating art installations. Nightly rates at Reset start from $250, and you can book your stay at
