12 Dec 2025. Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) expands with Rotana- what does joining an alliance really mean for travellers? We asked GHA CEO Chris Hartley and Rotana CEO Phil Barnes why loyalty is being rethought as competition heats up. Plus, we discussed what a proposed US move to check travellers’ social media history could mean for ESTA applicants.

12 Dec 2025. Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) expands with Rotana- what does joining an alliance really mean for travellers? We asked GHA CEO Chris Hartley and Rotana CEO Phil Barnes why loyalty is being rethought as competition heats up. Plus, we discussed what a proposed US move to check travellers&rsquo; social media history could mean for ESTA applicants.

Daily highlights and exclusive interviews from Dubai's most informative news and business radio show. With a round-up of the day’s most important business stories, providing local content and context on the international issues that matter. Presented by Tom Urquhart & Brandy Scott.

Daily highlights and exclusive interviews from Dubai's most informative news and business radio show. With a round-up of the day&rsquo;s most important business stories, providing local content and context on the international issues that matter. Presented by Tom Urquhart &amp; Brandy Scott.

Bitesize Business Breakfast Podcast

The award-winning four-hour show is an informative and entertaining mix of interviews, market updates, analysis and opinions covering the morning’s top stories and big issues. Join the conversation with Brandy and Tom every weekday morning from 6 am. 

The award-winning four-hour show is an informative and entertaining mix of interviews, market updates, analysis and opinions covering the morning&rsquo;s top stories and big issues. Join the conversation with Brandy and Tom every weekday morning from 6 am.&nbsp;

Bitesize Business Breakfast

What Do Hotel Alliances Really Give You?

5 Nov 2026. We’re live from Yas Links Abu Dhabi! The Business Breakfast is broadcasting from the Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship, supported by Abu Dhabi Sports Council. 

Dubai Municipality’s Eng. Mansour Al Rais explains what new planning rules mean for developers and residents in Al Satwa. Plus, WPSL Services CEO Russell Yeomans discusses the business of amateur golf, while European Tour Group’s Max Hamilton explores the commercial pull of championship golf. Aramex’s Tom Nauwelaerts explains the high stakes of delivering AI data centre equipment. And Chris Hughes takes us behind the preparations for Abu Dhabi Finance Week, including bringing big name executives to the region.

5 Nov 2026. We&rsquo;re live from Yas Links Abu Dhabi! The Business Breakfast is broadcasting from the Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship, supported by Abu Dhabi Sports Council.&nbsp;
Dubai Municipality&rsquo;s Eng. Mansour Al Rais explains what new planning rules mean for developers and residents in Al Satwa. Plus, WPSL Services CEO Russell Yeomans discusses the business of amateur golf, while European Tour Group&rsquo;s Max Hamilton explores the commercial pull of championship golf. Aramex&rsquo;s Tom Nauwelaerts explains the high stakes of delivering AI data centre equipment. And Chris Hughes takes us behind the preparations for Abu Dhabi Finance Week, including bringing big name executives to the region.

Dubai Municipality allows more apartment blocks in Al Satwa

04 Nov 2026. OpenAI has signed deals to deploy its models across UAE sectors including energy and government, as Sam Altman visits the country as part of a $20 billion fundraising round. Inception42 CEO Ashish Koshy explains what the agreements mean in practice. Plus, Oxford Economics’ Azad Zangana examines what the US midterms could mean for the Gulf’s recovery. GymNation’s Rory McEntee reveals a new AED 1 million investment programme for wellness startups. And happy at work, but not fulfilled? 75% of UAE employees are satisfied with their jobs, but only 25% feel fulfilled, Dr Mona Hammami, UAE head of Oliver Wyman explains.

04 Nov 2026. OpenAI has signed deals to deploy its models across UAE sectors including energy and government, as Sam Altman visits the country as part of a $20 billion fundraising round. Inception42 CEO Ashish Koshy explains what the agreements mean in practice. Plus, Oxford Economics&rsquo; Azad Zangana examines what the US midterms could mean for the Gulf&rsquo;s recovery. GymNation&rsquo;s Rory McEntee reveals a new AED 1 million investment programme for wellness startups. And happy at work, but not fulfilled? 75% of UAE employees are satisfied with their jobs, but only 25% feel fulfilled, Dr Mona Hammami, UAE head of Oliver Wyman explains.

OpenAI signs multiple UAE deals

03 Nov 2026. Dubai’s Work From Park destination is now open at Al Barsha Pond Park. Letswork co-founder Hamza Khan explains how it works and what it costs. Emirates NBD economist Daniel Richards looks at what the US midterms could mean for spending, debt and interest rates. Plus, Columbia University’s Christof Rühl explains why expiring fuel hedges could push airfares higher, and former MotoGP racer Cal Crutchlow discusses his move into athlete relocation with Allsopp & Allsopp.

03 Nov 2026. Dubai&rsquo;s Work From Park destination is now open at Al Barsha Pond Park. Letswork co-founder Hamza Khan explains how it works and what it costs. Emirates NBD economist Daniel Richards looks at what the US midterms could mean for spending, debt and interest rates. Plus, Columbia University&rsquo;s Christof R&uuml;hl explains why expiring fuel hedges could push airfares higher, and former MotoGP racer Cal Crutchlow discusses his move into athlete relocation with Allsopp &amp; Allsopp.

What Do Hotel Alliances Really Give You?

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