Hotels
Irina Pino, a contributor to Havana Times, finally entered Havana's Paseo del Prado Hotel during one of her walks along the Malecón, but faced resistance from security while trying to take photos. The property, inaugurated in 2019, is a five-star hotel with dance-themed rooms. While open to foreigners and wealthy Cubans, it remains a dream for the average Cuban.
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Minister of Public Enterprises Mohamed El-Shimy met with Hisham Talaat Moustafa, CEO of Talaat Moustafa Group Holding (TMG), and his delegation at the ministry's headquarters in the New Administrative Capital to review progress on joint hotel investment projects. The meeting aligned with Egypt's strategy to bolster the tourism sector as a key economic driver, expand hotel capacity, and deepen private sector partnerships. Discussions centered on ongoing cooperation and major developments, including the expansion of the historic Mena House Hotel.