Keywords: Hospitality


Morocco plans major hotel expansion ahead of 2030 World Cup with 60,000 new beds

Morocco is preparing for a major expansion of its tourism infrastructure ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, with plans to add around 60,000 hotel beds to its accommodation capacity, representing an increase of roughly one-fifth of the country's current supply. The ambitious development program aims......

Vienna raises tourist tax to support premium travel experience amid record visitor numbers

The Austrian capital Vienna is preparing to significantly increase its tourist tax as it seeks to maintain the high standards of cleanliness, safety and comfort that have helped establish the city as a leading destination for premium tourism. The decision comes after a record year for visitor numbers,......

Celebrated Paris chef Bertrand Grébaut dies at 44

Bertrand Grébaut, one of the most influential figures in contemporary French gastronomy and the co-owner of the acclaimed Paris restaurant Septime, has died at the age of 44 following an illness. His death marks the loss of a chef widely credited with helping redefine modern Parisian dining through......

Royal Orchid Hotels expands across India as domestic tourism gains momentum

India’s hospitality sector is witnessing strong momentum as rising domestic travel encourages hotel operators to expand their presence across the country. Among them, Royal Orchid Hotels has announced ambitious plans to significantly increase its footprint, reflecting growing confidence in the......

Abdellatif Kabbaj named HIS ICON 2026 at Rabat summit

The Hospitality Innovation Summit held in Rabat on 10 June 2026 awarded Abdellatif Kabbaj the title of HIS ICON 2026. The distinction recognized his long-standing contribution to Morocco’s hospitality sector and his role in shaping modern hotel standards in the country. The ceremony took place......

Hospitality innovation summit positions Morocco for tourism 2030

The hospitality innovation summit Morocco gathered more than 500 senior decision makers in Rabat on 10 and 11 June. The event focused on the rapid expansion of the country’s hotel sector as Morocco prepares for major international tourism demand linked to 2030. The summit took place at a key moment......

Spain launches “pilgrim menu” initiative with discounted restaurant offers during papal visit

As Spain prepares for the official visit of Pope Leo XIV to Madrid, the country’s restaurant sector has introduced a large-scale initiative aimed at welcoming the expected influx of visitors, pilgrims, and volunteers. More than 1,200 restaurants across major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, and......

Rabat hospitality summit underscores Morocco’s tourism expansion drive

Rabat will host the sixth Hospitality Innovation Summit organized by GBB on June 10 and 11, bringing together leading figures from the regional and international hospitality industry as Morocco accelerates preparations for major global events, including the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The invitation-only gathering......

Rabat summit targets Morocco’s expanding real estate investment market

Rabat will host the GBB Investment Summit on June 9, bringing together regional and international investors to examine Morocco’s rapidly expanding investment environment, with particular attention on the real estate and hospitality sectors. The invitation-only event will take place at the Four......