{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/635669afd377b100119ea7ba/68cd5074203f72ea57fab3a5?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Is Dubai’s Hotel Market the Untapped Investment You’re Missing?","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/635669afd377b100119ea7ba/1758285885914-4370d45d-4787-46fe-a209-c6b97ed91f87.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><br></p><p>Join Carl as he explores the fascinating world of hotel investment with Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer at Radisson Hotel Group.</p><p><br></p><p>They unpack the strategic side of hotel development across Dubai and the UAE, diving into how Radisson partners with investors, builds long-term strategies, and navigates both the challenges and opportunities in the hospitality investment space.</p><p><br></p><p>Carl uncovers why Radisson Hotel Group doesn’t actually own any of their hotels and why there’s still plenty of room in Dubai for them to double their portfolio!</p><p>If you’re an investor looking to diversify your portfolio, or simply curious about how hotel investment really works, this episode is for you!</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Overview</p><p>00:11 Summer Travels and Experiences</p><p>00:49 Iceland Adventures</p><p>02:37 Team Retreat in Iceland</p><p>04:10 Role at Radisson Blue</p><p>04:29 Development Activities and Strategies</p><p>06:30 Focus on Key Markets</p><p>08:50 Growth Opportunities in Saudi Arabia</p><p>11:53 Expansion in Egypt and Greece</p><p>13:24 Hotel Performance Metrics</p><p>16:44 Management Models and Partnerships</p><p>19:54 Branding and Market Trends</p><p>23:04 Deal Processes and Networking</p><p>25:11 Discussing Business Opportunities in the UAE</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Allsopp & Allsopp Group"}