Hospitality News
Eric Masalawala Appointed Operations Manager at Premier Inn Dragon Mart
Premier Inn MENA has kicked off the new year with the appointment of Eric Masalawala as Operations Manager at Premier Inn Dubai Dragon Mart Hotel.
Eric has more than 15 years of UAE hospitality experience, working with major international brands including Radisson Hotel Group, Ramada Hotels, and Hilton Hotels & Resorts in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ajman.
Born and bred in the UAE, Eric has a bachelor’s degree in hospitality from the Swiss Hotel Management School in Montreux, Switzerland, and an MBA in General Management from Dubai’s Emirates Aviation University.
The 304-room Premier Inn Dragon Mart opened in 2019 and welcomed more than 156,000 local and international guests last year. The property is a stone’s throw from Dragon Mart – the world’s largest Chinese trading hub outside China – and its 5,000 shops, restaurants, and attractions.
“I am delighted to join Premier Inn and work with this exciting, much-loved brand as it expands its footprint in the region,” said Eric. “I look forward to using my extensive experience to further enhance the guest journey in line with Premier Inn’s vision to be the Middle East’s hotel brand renowned for high value and high quality.”
Premier Inn, the UK’s largest – and favourite – hospitality brand, currently operates seven hotels in Dubai, two in Abu Dhabi and two in Qatar.
Hospitality
MÖVENPICK HOTEL APARTMENTS DOWNTOWN DUBAI UNVEILS “THE 3 CRYSTALS” – A MAGICAL INTERACTIVE DINING ADVENTURE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai is inviting families to step into a world where storytelling and dining collide with the launch of The 3 Crystals, a brand-new interactive dining experience designed to turn a simple meal into an unforgettable adventure.

Set in the M Floor’s Tunis 1 Event Room, The 3 Crystals transports guests into an enchanting narrative guided by a cast of eccentric characters. Young explorers are called upon to solve puzzles, uncover hidden clues, and complete exciting challenges as they race to collect the Three Crystals and restore balance to the dimensions. As the story unfolds around the table, immersive projections, captivating special effects, and hands-on interactions transform every course into part of the adventure blending live storytelling with a delicious, family-friendly meal.
The 3 Crystals is about more than dinner, it’s about creating a shared adventure that parents and children experience together.

Every course, every clue, and every character brings the story closer to its magical conclusion, making it a truly memorable outing for the whole family.
The Experience
Guests can choose from two seatings each evening:
- 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: M Floor, Tunis 1 Event Room
Pricing:
- Adult: AED 280 per seat
- Child: AED 190 per seat
When:
- Every, Friday and Saturday
On the Menu
The adventure is paired with a specially curated menu, available in both regular and vegetarian options.
Regular Menu
- Starter: Smoked sliced chicken breast with red bun, tahini-lemon dressing, sundried tomato pesto, Arabic pickles, tomato and rocket
- Appetizer: Corn nacho chips served with sour cream and mild tomato salsa, accompanied by sweet corn, diced tomato, and black olives
- Main Dish: Mashed potato snowmen with glazed baby carrots, served with a choice of half roast chicken or sea bream fillet
- Dessert: Paint Your Own Cake
Vegetarian Menu
- Starter: Roasted mushrooms with red bun, tahini-lemon dressing, sundried tomato pesto, Arabic pickles, tomato and rocket
- Appetizer: Corn nacho chips served with sour cream and mild tomato salsa, accompanied by sweet corn, diced tomato, and black olives
- Main Dish: Mashed potato snowmen with glazed baby carrots and cauliflower steak with chimichurri sauce
- Dessert: Gingerbread cookies in a thick chocolate sauce
A Journey for the Whole Family
From the moment guests are welcomed into the story to the final crystal collected, The 3 Crystals promises a seamless fusion of adventure, imagination, and culinary delight, an experience where every course brings families one step closer to restoring balance to the dimensions, together.
Hospitality
A PROPER BREAK, ON YOUR OWN CLOCK: VOCO BONNINGTON DUBAI UNVEILS 36-HOUR STAYCATION

voco Bonnington Dubai is inviting guests to press pause with a new 36-hour staycation offer, built for travellers who want more than a rushed overnight stay. Rather than checking in for a single night and rushing out the next morning, guests can check in from 9am and check out at 9pm the following day, unlocking a full day and a half at the hotel for the price of one night.
The extended format is designed around the idea that a proper break needs more than a few hours to actually feel like one. Guests have an extra afternoon, evening and full day to make use of the hotel rather than squeezing everything into a single overnight, whether that means a long lie-in, a lazy breakfast, an afternoon by the pool, or simply having somewhere comfortable to work from before heading back out into the city. Breakfast is included on both mornings, so guests can ease into each day without the usual checkout-time pressure, and children stay free, with complimentary meals from the kids’ menu for the full length of the stay.

Location adds to the appeal. voco Bonnington Dubai sits just minutes from DMCC Metro, Dubai Marina and JBR, giving guests quick access to the beach, marina walk and the city’s business districts, while the hotel itself offers enough to make staying in just as tempting, from the gym and pool to its food and beverage outlets offering guests a place to unwind without needing to go far. It is this mix of connectivity and comfort that makes the 36-hour format work particularly well here, guests get the flexibility to explore Dubai on their own schedule, with a relaxed, well-equipped base to return to in between.
The offer is bookable for stays until 6 September 2026, and forms part of a wider IHG Hotels & Resorts initiative running across more than 190 hotels and resorts in the Middle East, Africa, India and South Asia, giving guests the same extended-stay flexibility wherever they choose to book.
Hospitality
KEETA TEAMS UP WITH EMPIRE ENTERTAINMENT TO LAUNCH SONY PICTURES’ SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY CAMPAIGN IN THE UAE
Keeta, the international on-demand food delivery platform backed by global technology leader Meituan, announced an exciting co-promotion with Empire Entertainment to launch a UAE campaign inspired by Sony Pictures’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day, releasing in cinemas July 30th bringing together entertainment and everyday convenience in a unique experience for customers across the UAE.
Built around the campaign theme “Delivering A Brand New Day,” the collaboration is designed to make every day easier, brighter, and more rewarding through memorable experiences that go beyond food delivery.
Running throughout the campaign, customers can take part in a series of interactive experiences, including in-app challenges, exclusive rewards, mall activations, and the chance to win cinema experiences inspired by the highly anticipated theatrical release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
The campaign will also feature immersive pop-up experiences at some of the UAE’s most popular shopping destinations, allowing families, movie fans, and customers to engage with the brand through interactive games, exclusive prizes, and entertainment-led experiences.
The collaboration reflects Keeta’s commitment to creating memorable experiences that go beyond everyday delivery, connecting customers with the moments, brands, and experiences they love.
As Sony Pictures’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day arrives in cinemas on July 30th, Keeta invites customers across the UAE to join the celebration and discover how every order can help deliver a brand new day. For additional information about Keeta, download the app from [HERE].
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