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Arada to open Nest Hotel at Aljada this December, introducing a bold new hospitality brand at Sharjah’s premier lifestyle destination

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Arada has announced that booking has now begun at Nest Hotel, the first property in its new lifestyle hospitality brand, ahead of the hotel’s formal opening in late December at Aljada, Sharjah’s premier lifestyle destination.

Independently managed by Arada Hospitality and Entertainment and located alongside the Nest Campus student housing complex, the 395-room property is designed to accommodate a wide range of guests including business travellers, families, leisure visitors, long-stay guests, sports groups, and distinctively, students and faculty members.

As a midscale hospitality brand, the Nest Hotel has been designed to grow both elsewhere in the UAE and internationally, either as a standalone property or alongside the Nest Campus concept.

A view from a balcony showing two dark wicker chairs and a small table with a floral centerpiece. The balcony overlooks a complex of modern, light-colored apartment buildings with black railings under a bright, partly cloudy sky.

Nest Hotel includes lounges, co-working areas, dining outlets, and direct access to Aljada’s East Boulevard, which features over 100 restaurants, retail, sports and entertainment venues.

The brand incorporates smart technology throughout the guest experience, with a dedicated website that allows travelers to check in, access rooms digitally, manage bookings, and navigate Aljada’s services. Features such as eBike rentals, dining reservations, and high-speed Wi-Fi support a modern, frictionless stay.

Nest Hotel was developed in consultation with students from Sharjah’s University City and the adjoining Nest Campus, incorporating their input into room layouts, co-working zones, and communal spaces, while also offering part-time employment opportunities to provide hands-on hospitality experience during their studies.

Amit Arora, Chief Operating Officer of Arada Hospitality and Entertainment, said: “We’re thrilled to open bookings for travellers to experience Sharjah in a whole new way. Nest Hotel offers a modern stay that captures the lifestyle spirit of Aljada — family-oriented, connected and full of life. It’s the first property ideally located near Sharjah International Airport and University City, catering to growing demand with a variety of room types and smart amenities for students, their families and business travellers alike.”

A contemporary hotel room featuring a queen or king-sized bed with white linens and a light blue accent runner. The wall behind the bed has a large, black and white graffiti-style mural. To the left, two modern white lounge chairs sit near floor-to-ceiling windows draped with white curtains, offering a view of green trees outside.
Signature Room

Nest Hotel room types include Solo, Stylish, Signature, Family and Suites, offering single, twin, king and suite options. The hotel is also the first property in Sharjah to offer guaranteed interconnecting family rooms, paired with a flexible 24-hour check-in and check-out. Guests enjoy the convenience of a complimentary shuttle running between the hotel and Sharjah International Airport.

All rooms feature high-speed internet, smart TVs, and in-room coffee and tea facilities. Onsite amenities include an all-day dining restaurant, café, swimming pool, valet parking, and complimentary access to the Wellfit Sarab gym. Guests also receive discounts at selected dining outlets across Aljada’s top dining outlets including Kashtat Amina, Boost and Hungry Wolves.

Guests at Nest Hotel Aljada benefit from direct access to Al Dhaid Road and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311), making travel across Sharjah and the wider UAE convenient. The hotel is just five minutes from Sharjah International Airport and close to University City, the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP), the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone), and the upcoming Etihad Rail station.

A bright hotel room featuring a large bed with white linens and light blue pillows. A TV is mounted on the wall above a small desk/minibar area. A glass sliding door leads out to a balcony with outdoor seating (visible from the first image). Through an open doorway on the right, a second smaller room with another bed is visible, with a black and white graffiti-style mural on the far wall.
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Nest Hotel supports rising demand from Sharjah’s MICE and leisure tourism sectors, including visitors to Aljada’s own event spaces such as YourSpace and nearby venues like Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre and House of Wisdom. With 14.2 million passengers passing through Sharjah International Airport in the first three quarters of this year, the hotel also provides convenient accommodation for guests linked to academic, professional, and community events.

Nest Hotel marks the first opening in Arada’s expanding hospitality portfolio, which will deliver a pipeline of 1,650 hotel keys across the emirate. Upcoming brands include owned and managed properties such as Akala Hotel Dubai, alongside strategic partnerships with Vida, Rove and Anantara, setting new benchmarks for hospitality in the Emirate of Sharjah.

Already home to 20,000 residents, Aljada integrates multiple residential districts with extensive retail, entertainment, sports, education, wellness, hospitality, and commercial components. Madar Mall, the landmark anchor of Aljada’s entertainment district designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, is scheduled for completion in 2028, supporting an estimated 20 million annual visits to Aljada. In 2024 alone, the destination welcomed 8 million visitors.

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HOP INTO EASTER AT MCGETTIGAN’S WITH FAMILY ROASTS, EGG HUNTS AND CLASSIC SUNDAY FAVOURITES

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This Easter, McGettigan’s is bringing together hearty roasts, family-friendly activities, and laid-back celebrations across its venues in Dubai. From lively family days with quizzes and egg hunts to traditional Sunday roasts for a relaxed gathering, there is something for everyone this Easter Sunday.

Easter Family Roast & Quiz at McGettigan’s Ibn Battuta Gate

Expect a lively Easter Sunday packed with family-friendly entertainment, including a quiz and activities for all ages, alongside McGettigan’s signature roast. Younger guests can also enjoy an Easter egg hunt, adding to the festive atmosphere and making it a perfect day out for families.

  • Who – Families and groups
  • What – Easter Sunday Roast with family quiz, entertainment, and egg hunt
  • Where – McGettigan’s Ibn Battuta Gate

Easter Sunday Roast with Egg Hunt at Souk Madinat Jumeirah and Expo City

For a more relaxed Easter celebration, McGettigan’s at Souk Madinat Jumeirah and Expo City will host a laid-back family roast with a light touch of festive fun, including an Easter egg hunt for younger guests. Ideal for those looking to enjoy quality time with family in a more casual setting.

  • Who – Families and casual diners
  • What – Easter Sunday Roast with egg hunt
  • Where – McGettigan’s Souk Madinat Jumeirah and McGettigan’s Expo City

Traditional Easter Roast at McGettigan’s JLT and DWTC

For those who prefer to keep it classic, McGettigan’s JLT and DWTC will be serving up their traditional Easter Sunday roast, complete with all the hearty favourites and signature dishes the brand is known for. A perfect option for a relaxed gathering with friends or family.

  • Who – Friends, couples, and groups
  • What – Traditional Easter Sunday Roast
  • Where – McGettigan’s JLT and McGettigan’s DWTC
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CELEBRATE EASTER WITH A FAMILY-FRIENDLY BRUNCH AT LA PISCINE,AL RAHA BEACH RESORT & SPA

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Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa invites guests to celebrate Easter with a lively beachfront brunch at La Piscine. Taking place from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on April 5, the Easter Brunch brings together great food, feel-good music and a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere by the sea.

Set against La Piscine’s relaxed poolside and beachfront backdrop, the afternoon’s culinary offering features an international buffet with live stations, brought to life with a DJ and saxophonist spinning upbeat sets throughout the day. For younger guests, the experience leans into the spirit of Easter with great kids’ activities, including egg hunting, glitter face painting, and a dedicated kids’ corner.

Guests can also make the most of the long afternoon with complimentary access to the resort’s pool and beach, along with a Spa voucher, making it more than just brunch, but a full day out in the sun.

Easter Brunch Details
Location: La Piscine, Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, April 5th

Kids Policy
Ages 5–12: 50% discount
Below 5: Complimentary

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THE IMPACT OF AI IN THE F&B INDUSTRY: LEADING RESTAURANT TECH COMPANY HELPS RESTAURANTS STAY AHEAD WITH ITS AI-POWERED TOOLS

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AI has been steadily transforming the F&B industry across production, distribution, food safety, supply chain and restaurant operations. Now as more restaurants are increasingly adopting AI-powered systems, these tools are becoming an active element in streamlining day-to-day operations, bringing a transformative shift within the industry. Supporting this shift is Foodics, a leading cloud-based restaurant operations and payment tech company in the MENA region through its AI-powered business intelligence solution, Foodics BI.

Numerous opportunities and challenges have been brought by AI across different sectors, particularly in the F&B and hospitality industry. Today, restaurateurs can leverage AI in various ways whether it’s improving overall operational efficiency, assisting customer-related services in front office, streamlining back-end operations, tackling food waste, forecasting demands and trends, enhancing guest journeys through personalized experiences, optimizing menus, improving marketing efforts, performance tracking and more.

By using AI, restaurant owners can operate their business with a data-driven approach. One of the significant advantages of AI-powered tools tailored for restaurants is its ability to analyze large volumes of real-time data, allowing restaurateurs to make sense of the information and transform it into insights that will help them make the right decisions. In an industry shaped by constantly evolving customer behaviour, rising operational costs, increased demand for efficiency, these tools are becoming more essential for restaurants looking to thrive and stay profitable.

At the forefront of this shift in the industry is Foodics. The Saudi-born restaurant operations and payment tech company is helping restaurateurs stay ahead in the industry by supporting them in navigating this evolving landscape through Foodics BI – their advanced AI-powered business intelligence tool that provides restaurants with real-time, data-driven insights for seamless restaurant operations and smarter decision making.

Over the past year, Foodics BI has been a gamechanger for restaurants in the region, enabling them to harness the power of their own business data to make smarter, faster and more strategic decisions that will drive operational efficiency, enhance guest experiences, increase profitability and unlock new revenue opportunities for growth.

Some of Foodics BI’s key features include revealing in-depth and real-time operational insights including sales performances and customers’ buying behaviour, AI-powered forecasting for smarter inventory planning to reduce food wastage, automated reporting and historical data analysis to identify seasonal changes and trends, all using predictive analytics. Additionally, Foodics BI enables seamless remote management, allowing operators to conveniently access and monitor restaurant data anytime and from any location.

By transforming data into meaningful and actionable insights, Foodics BI is empowering restaurants to operate efficiently, adapt to market changes and customer demands, and scale sustainably in a competitive industry.

Beyond restaurants, AI-powered systems are also transforming the wider F&B industry, such as supporting quality control and safety in food processing facilities by detecting defective and contaminated products, monitoring food production processes and ensuring product consistency, optimizing distribution routes throughout supply chains to reduce food spoilage, identifying functional ingredients, improving shelf-life predictions and more. 

AI-powered tools are undeniably reshaping the food and beverage industry by offering solutions that help businesses streamline their operations efficiently, bring accuracy and innovation. As AI technologies evolve, their integration will continue to redefine and shape the F&B landscape.  

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