GCC Summers: The New Hotspot for Global Travelers
The GCC region, long celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and luxury experiences, and often overlooked during the summer due to scorching heat, has now become a prime destination for global travelers all year long.
Governments have invested heavily in world-class amenities that have changed the narrative: luxurious resorts, high-end shopping malls, and state-of-the-art indoor attractions ensure visitors can enjoy their stay comfortably, even during the hottest months of July and August.
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Navigating Decentralized Operations: A Key Challenge for Short-Term Rentals
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​Running a startup is challenging, but managing one with a decentralized operations plan adds an extra layer of complexity.
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Our Updates
Eased golden visa regulations for property investors: a simple guide.
The Golden Visa story
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In 2019, the UAE launched the Golden Visa program, offering 10-year visas aimed at encouraging outstanding professionals and foreign investors to establish stronger connections within the country.
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This was part of a pool of economic, legal, and social reforms that the Emirates, the second-largest economy in the Arab world, has implemented to enhance foreign direct investment and allure talented individuals.
Voices of Silkhaus
Why I started Silkhaus
Aahan Bhojani / CEO of Silkhaus
Published · November 15th, 2022
Over the last decade, I have lived across 6 cities and 5 countries. My idea of home has changed nearly every year, and I have grown immensely from the process of uprooting and replanting myself. Roots have allowed me to define an identity, and wings have expanded my perspective. These experiences across diverse contexts have grounded two core beliefs in me
Our Partnerships
Silkhaus chooses Right Bite
By Operations Team @Silkhaus
Published · December 1, 2023
Announcing an exciting partnership: Silkhaus is now collaborating with Right Bite to bring you fresh and healthy breakfasts delivered straight to your door when you need them!
Energize your mornings with Right Bite Breakfasts—carefully curated by nutritionists and crafted by chefs to offer balanced and delicious options designed to fuel your day and support your health goals.
For Property Owners
Focus: Riyadh’s plan for tourism boosts short-term rental’s market projections.
Policies at the base of the Surge in STR
Last year, the Saudi tourism ministry approved a new bylaw allowing citizens to lease their residences to tourists.
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This decision opened doors for rental accommodation platforms such as Airbnb, HomeAway, and Vrbo, while simultaneously fueling demand for short-term rental properties.
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5 Trends Shaping the Short-Term-Rental and Hospitality Industry Today
Sitara Saeed / Head of Sales MENA
Published · July 20, 2023
As we emerge from the post-pandemic reality, we find ourselves in a world that is more dynamic than ever before. Facing unprecedented challenges, the hospitality industry has undergone a major transformation, an evolution of its own form, to flourish in this new landscape.
Our Guides
Where to Stay in Abu Dhabi for the F1 Grand Prix
By Concierge Department @Silkhaus
Published · November 1, 2023
The Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix typically takes place in late November or early December. This is an ideal time to visit Abu Dhabi because the weather is relatively cooler, and the city is buzzing with excitement due to the race. Keep in mind that this is a high-demand period for accommodations, so plan and book your serviced apartment well in advance to secure your stay.
